Kitchen art is one of the simplest ways to enhance what’s already working in your space. Whether your style leans modern, traditional, or somewhere in between, the best kind of art for your kitchen helps tie together your overall aesthetic while adding warmth and depth. In this guide, we’re sharing our favorite art to transform your kitchen space—from vibrant fruit prints (like our featured lemon piece) to vintage finds and soft botanical illustrations.
What we learned — and lived — is that building can absolutely be cheaper if you stay disciplined with your budget. Not only did we save money compared to buying a similar home at the time, but the long-term payoff was even greater than we expected.
Choosing a builder is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning a new home, renovation, or addition to your home— and it can feel overwhelming. Knowing how to choose the right home builder is key to avoiding delays, budget blowouts, and poor workmanship. It’s not just about finding someone with the right price or portfolio — it’s about finding a professional you can trust to deliver on time, communicate clearly, and build to the standard you expect.
Vaulted ceilings can bring drama, elegance, and that undeniable “wow” factor to a home — and I’ll be honest, I’ve seen them completely transform the feel of a space. But are they really worth the extra cost? Like so many design choices, it depends on your budget, your priorities, and how you plan to use your home.
Building your own home is exciting—but it comes with a lot of big decisions. One of the first ones is figuring out where to start: Do you find the perfect floor plan first, or secure the land and then design around it? Choosing whether to choose the plan or land first can shape the entire course of your homebuilding experience. It might seem like a small detail, but the order you choose can impact everything—from your budget and design to the build timeline. I’ve had this exact debate myself (more than once!), and the answer isn’t always obvious. So let’s break it down and figure out what actually makes the most sense for your build.