Making small homes work for busy families.
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Sharing what we’ve learned as AirBnb hosts, in particular the extras we provide as hosts to enhance the guests’ experience
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the conservatory
We have this weird little room in the front of our house. We’ve never really known what to call it (except “the little room”), and…
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pared-down spring cleaning
Every spring, I tend to get the itch to clean and organize, and then I dive in with both feet. Half a day later, I’m…
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Enjoying the cherry blossoms in DC
I have so much to show you design-wise, but it’s not completely ready yet. I’ve spent the last month trying to find a contractor who…
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framing hack: spray paint the mat
A few weeks ago I was chatting with the guy who works in the framing department at Michaels, and I complained about how expensive it…
● About Me
I’m Vanessa, a wife and mom living in the DC suburbs. In 2017, I bought a rundown house and began renovating it with my husband, John. Together, we’ve made our small house into a cozy, comforting space for us and our four kids.
