By Crisp Architects.

This pantry was part of a much larger renovation of a home. It started out as a hall closet, but it became the perfect spot for a small pantry. The designer used every square inch to its fullest and located the shelves at heights that were requested by the homeowner to match the items they wanted to store. It turned out to be a found space that worked perfect as a very efficient pantry.

By deVOL Kitchens.

The Chirp Cafe and Chat Space was completed in 2022 by FLAT12x, a design company located in Thailand. The building originated as an old house but was completely transformed into a fully functional cafe, complete with indoor and outdoor seating. The architecture and design of the building reflects Ayutthaya’s architectural traditions and history in accordance with its proximity to the Royal Temple of the Ayutthaya Kingdom.

Classic

Open floor plans are a great concept to keep families and friends together in the same area of the house instead of scattered in separate rooms. It allows for easy entertaining and family time while enjoying a larger space. This has become the heart of entertaining. Most guests congregate to the kitchen, so having an extension to mix and mingle adds to the comfort and pleasure of the evening. I think these expanded rooms are quickly becoming a classic in most homes. Georgine O’Donnell, O’DESIGNS

Feeling Nostalgic

This season, I think everyone is craving a return to normalcy. I have been seeing an upswing in traditional and nostalgic decor. Think red and green, lots of ribbons and breaking out hand-me-down or antiqued pieces to incorporate here and there. Everyone wants to reminisce on the good times and decorate their homes in a way that feels warm and comfortable for them. I am excited to mix decades of trends to create fresh seasonal looks this year.

Seasons Change