Japan, Costa Rica, Peru, Ecuador, Morocco, Madagascar, Belize, Western Europe, and beyond….I am extremely lucky to have traveled to some of the most beautiful and intriguing areas of the world. But, there are so many more places to see and explore! Each country/city/location has its own unique design. Local artisans craft some of the most exceptional pieces.

Advances in the tile industry have allowed for the creation of wood look tile, rivaling everything you love about wood floors without the problems of hardwood. What is wood look tile? It’s porcelain tile that is made to look just like wood. In fact, it’s hard to tell the difference. The porcelain tiles have even reproduced the hand-scraped wood floor look and feel.

As a family hub and the heart of the home, the kitchen is a space for culinary adventures and family time. An eat-in kitchen offers space for a sit-down family breakfast, lunch or dinner. Something seeming lost in today’s world of constant chaos. Whether you have a small or large kitchen, there are a variety of options for decorating and designing a charming eating space to enjoy precious family time. Here are some inspired ideas for creating a homey eat-in kitchen that will appease guests and family members alike

Talie Jane Interiors, based in South Lake Tahoe, serves clients throughout the region, including Reno, Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Glenbrook and beyond. It’s owned and operated by Natalie Malik, who is licensed to work in Nevada and California.

Whether it’s fall fashion or interior design, fur is in! And, luckily, for we animal lovers, today’s technology makes it difficult to tell the difference between real versus faux.  So, we can enjoy the warm, luxurious texture without harming our animal friends.