Introduction Walk through almost any older neighborhood in America and chances are you’ll spot a Craftsman style home. With its low, sloping roof, wide front porch, and earthy colors, the Craftsman has become one of the most beloved and recognizable American house styles. But where did this style come from? Why did it become so popular in the early 20th …

Learn how choosing paint for west-facing rooms can be tricky. Discover colors that work with changing light, not against it. Over the last few weeks on our podcast, Home in Progress, we’ve been diving into one of the most overlooked aspects of color selection: the direction your room faces. And one of the most surprising lessons I’ve learned over the …

When it comes to choosing paint colors for east-facing rooms, things can get a little tricky. These spaces change personality throughout the day, thanks to shifting sunlight—from warm and welcoming at dawn to cool and shadowed by late afternoon. Unlike north- or south-facing rooms, where light quality remains fairly consistent, east-facing rooms demand a little more planning. But don’t worry—we’ll …

South-Facing Rooms: The Natural Light Jackpot If you’ve got a south-facing room in your home—congratulations! You’ve won the natural light lottery. These spaces get consistent, warm sunlight all day long. The light glides in with energy and brightness, warming up your space and making most paint colors look great. But here’s the twist: just because most colors look good in …