CCL Book Club 2026 Reading for a Well-Rounded, Carefully Curated Life Each year, our 2026 CCL Book Club is curated with intention, with choices selected by the group and me. It isn’t just about finishing books — it’s about how reading supports the life we’re designing. In 2026, our selections reflect the rhythm of the year and the many layers of a well-rounded woman’s life: rest and renewal, ... View Post
How to Design a Living Room That Lives Up to Its Name
The Room Where Life Happens The living room is more than a place to sit — it’s where daily life unfolds. It’s where conversations happen, books are read, games are played, and memories are made. It’s also where the ordinary becomes meaningful — the space that quietly holds the rhythm of family life. If you’ve ever wondered how to design a living room that feels both beautiful and functional, ... View Post
Fall Into Focus
Your Invitation to an Intentional, Calm and Curated Autumn As summer’s warmth softens and the days grow shorter, many of us feel a natural pull toward slowing down and resetting. Fall is the perfect season to pause, reflect, and thoughtfully design a life that feels aligned with what truly matters. But how do we do this without feeling overwhelmed by the busyness that often accompanies the ... View Post
Why Everyone Should Create a Personal Outdoor Retreat … and how to begin
Your backyard isn’t just a yard—it’s a canvas for the life you want to live outdoors. There’s something deeply restorative about being outside—whether it’s the scent of herbs warming in the sun, the rustle of leaves above your head, or the quiet hush that settles over a garden at dusk. Our backyards, gardens, and even the smallest balconies hold the potential to become personal outdoor ... View Post
The Two Thoughts on Kitchen Design Planning
The two schools of thought on kitchen design planning are the Triangle Design method and Designing into Zones. Let’s dive briefly into each: The Triangle: The first and oldest kitchen design plan method The first and oldest kitchen design plan is the 'Kitchen or Golden Triangle'. There are 3 points in the kitchen: sink, refrigerator, and stove/range. The distance between each one should be ... View Post
Where Function Meets Style: Curating Your Ideal Home Office
This year, let’s create and curate our homes. Let's start in January in the home office, study, den, or wherever you call, where you pay your bills, plan your future, and connect with friends. An office may not be a designated room, but it is a space we need. And we need it to be a space where function meets style. January is an excellent time to get our “financial” space in order and start the ... View Post
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