Mid-Century Modern Furniture: Robert Kjer Jakobsen, Designer for Virtue Brothers of California

Spring Cleaning: How To Wash a Rug

Washing rugs used to be part of an old time Spring Cleaning ritual. How to wash a rug? Today this seems like an ancient concept, but after a long winter it can be pretty essential. A freshly washed rug will give your room a new start for spring.

Taking a Look: Art Deco Bathroom Tile

When designing a new Art Deco bathroom or remodeling an old one in a vintage style, looking at original tile work is always a plus. This vintage bathroom is in a bungalow home located in the hillside community of Tujunga, CA. The tiles here have an Art Deco color scheme, which brings this home's age into the 1920's era.

Bathroom Remodel: Fixtures & Design Concepts

Remodeling a bathroom in a vintage or older home requires a bit of sensitivity towards the existing structural design.

1920s: Vintage Bathroom Styles

In researching a bathroom remodel, I found some vintage home magazines from the mid-1920's that show in great detail how well planned and decorative bathrooms had become by that time.

Queen Bee: Trends in Home Accessories

The Queen Bee motif is perfect for the gardener's home. It is a design that brings the garden inside and adds visual interest to any decor.