yvonne harbison

Everything and the kitchen sink — because there’s a wide variety of choices when it comes to the kitchen sink.
Like countertops and faucets, sinks are hard-working features that do double duty as a design element in any kitchen. Right now, most television remodeling shows make it seem as though farmhouse sinks are all the rage. You can stick with a trend, or you can give your own personal style a fair shot and take a look around at the other options that are just as functional and stylish. Ho...

Train travel is still a viable and reliable transportation system in the United States, despite the popularity of planes or cars. Christina Vuono, a 30 year old speech language pathologist from Philadelphia, PA, travels by train to Atlanta, GA, every year. Amtrak is her preferred and trusted carrier.
“I like it. Now that I’ve tried a sleeper car I never want to go back. It takes longer but the conductors are usually friendly and helpful,” said Vuono. For her, it’s something of a different exp...

By Yvonne Harbison
of Team Glorious Mayhem
If you enjoy brightening someone’s day, or just thinking outside the box, sit down a moment and learn a thing about Gish.
Gish is the shorthand for GISHWHES, the obnoxiously long acronym that stands for the Greatest International Scavenger Hunt the World Has Ever Seen, which was started by a little organization known as Random Acts of Kindness as a way to help encourage everyone to live up to their name.
Using puzzles, puns, and sometimes-silly innov...

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The heart of farmhouse living, and a hallmark of the design, is simpler, more peaceful living. It’s about making the most of the existing space, which means multifunctional decorations and artwork.
To get the look, start with a neutral palette. Natural-toned, light backgrounds allow accent colors to really pop. A pillow provides comfort and color. A painted wood curio cabinet holds the china dishware in a safe, orderly place while i...

The luxury bathroom experience can start with a new, self-cleaning toilet, but is it worth it?
How does a self-cleaning toilet work? If you have been considering a new toilet, this is surely a question that you have asked yourself as you look around at the selections on the market. This is a modern bathroom trend that can certainly make your busy life easier. It is typically viewed as an eco-friendly option, which is part of the appeal as more homeowners are opting to make their homes greener...

Earth Day, or every day, is the perfect time to look at your environmental footprint. Whether you’re new to the idea of conservation, or you’ve been sorting out your trash from your recycling for years, there are probably still areas where you can minimize your impact. Here are a few eco-friendly home ideas you might not have considered before.
Choose accessories that are made from reclaimed materials, such as wood, reusable glass bottles, or even rubber tires. Whenever possible, use solar so...

It only comes around once a year, so give him something a little more memorable than a pair of socks.
Some guys have it all, some guys give everything they’ve got, and some guys are the reason you’re alive to enjoy all you have. Dads, fathers, stepdads, foster dads, adopted dads, grandpas, favorite uncles, or even just the dad who takes great care of his furry, four-legged babies - they all deserve a clap on the back for everything they do for the young ones who look up to them.
We set aside ...

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If it’s summer, people wish they had plans to get to the beach. If it’s winter, people wish it was summer, and that they were at the beach. The always on-trend solution to this dilemma is to bring the beach home. From seashells collected from your favorite vacation spot, to nautical wall art of a porthole mirror or picture frame, you can build your own coastal getaway at home.
It’s important to keep in mind that there is a differenc...

Express yourself with on-trend products for the entire home.
The Golden Age of Hollywood is timeless, flawless, and limitless. Marked by rich textures, from soft shag and feathers, to the hard, crisp lines created by shiny metal finishes, Hollywood Regency (also called Hollywood Moderne) has a visual appeal that engages the senses. The style thrives on contrasts and statements, making bold use of color to bring out the glam in the most ordinary design. If it is opulent and extravagant, it can...

Every home collects heat differently, which means that cooling systems are not one-size-fits-all.
The architecture of a home changes the shape of the home, and that changes how air moves throughout, between walls and windows and doors. Too much direct sunlight on an outdoor wall will make a space warmer, while too much shade will make it the coldest room in the house. The square footage inside leaves more - or less - room for heat and cold to collect and settle. When you add in the layout and...

From functional to fabulous - Everything you need to know to organize the laundry room.
The laundry room is the hub of the household workload; everyone needs clean clothes, towels, bed sheets, and whether we like it or not, probably occasional access to the cleaning supply stash, too. Even if the kids don’t do their own laundry, they know where the hamper is kept. Large or small, laundry rooms can be useful and functional, and still look good. It’s about identifying the space available and na...

The muted, understated elements that compose the modern Scandinavian design are a celebration of the simple things in life. Also known as Scandi design, or Danish Modern, it was influenced between countries and between decades, becoming a timeless, always modern classic in homes across the globe.
The look is steeped in the influences of the lifestyle surrounding hygge, a Danish word that translates out to express the feeling created by finding the extraordinary in the everyday, encompassing a...

Save space with versatile barn doors and coordinating barn door hardware to keep your home stylish through the trends.
In the past, the sight of a heavy wood door on a wheeled track was proof that a home was once a converted barn. The distinct, recognizable, oversized door was relatively easy to manufacture and maintain while also being functional and effective. For instance, the classic barn door took up none of the yard or driveway compared to a heavy swinging door that would need to be slo...

Find the right lighting for your bathroom and learn about the best fitting fixtures and light direction for every space.
The bathroom sees a lot of daily traffic. It should be safe, well lit, and comfortable for everyone, whether members of the household or their guests. A single light source might not do the trick for a larger bathroom setup, and the wrong type of light could create unmanageable glare and hassle in your routine. Each home is different and unique, but there are a few interior...