#1: Downtown Chic by Robert and Cortney Novogratz of Sixx Design I was the kind of little girl who asked for books for Christmas instead of Barbies. I still get excited when there are books for me under the tree! One of the perks of ... Keep Reading
1956: A Good Year for Pink Bathrooms
This is the title page from my 1956 edition of the Better Homes and Gardens Decorating Book. I love the retro stuff. Today we're taking a gander at the bathrooms, which will explain a lot of things--such as why many of us have lived in ... Keep Reading
Retro Rooms: The 1950s Kitchen
"Once you understand the nature of color, space and design, your home will reflect good planning and radiate a personality only you can give it." -Better Homes & Gardens Decorating Book (1956) When I saw this vintage decorating book ... Keep Reading
Sarah Susanka Shares Her Thoughts on the “Not So Big House” Movement
Well, it's been an exciting day here at Hooked on Houses. I just heard from Sarah Susanka, who writes the bestselling Not So Big House books. She saw my interview with Dan McGinn, the author of House Lust, and has a few things she'd like ... Keep Reading
A Conversation About “House Lust” with Author Daniel McGinn
Note: There are Amazon affiliate links in this post that may earn me commission. I recently had a chance to talk to Daniel McGinn, author of the hugely entertaining new book House Lust (affiliate link). Listen in on our conversation ... Keep Reading