Turning winter’s lemons into lemon marmalade. Plus: fans of Raina Lee’s art—she made a special piece for a mundane part of our home: house numbers! https://t.co/mcEqSr2OdV

For anyone who‘s dealt with household pests, let’s commiserate! This week, I shared our many encounters with the wild. https://t.co/EN6ayR7NPD

This week, I wrote about how our renovation is as much about my own need for renewal as it is about rebuilding our house. Also: a bright and spicy citrus salad for the new year!

I finally got a chance to design a kitchen from the ground up — and I was lucky to collaborate with the great minds at Bestor Architecture and Reath Design. This week, I’m sharing the thinking behind the layout and features we landed on. Also: an A+ recipe for hot chocolate with

This week, I’m writing about the collision of perfectionists and renovations. With a side of passion fruit dressing and passion fruit curd. There are videos. Enjoy! In defense of perfectionism (even while renovating, ha)

Whenever I read @ChristeneBarberich’s A Tiny Apt or her IG posts, I feel grateful that she’s let people in to see how she thinks about design, how she shops, what she’s paying attention to. I’ve learned a lot from her. This week, she paid a visit to Homeward, and it’s a wonderful

Hey! This week, I wrote about: - my 6 flatware picks for our new place — I need your help choosing and recommending. Already loving the comments with people’s feedback and ideas. - a great new book on cold water and its benefits - a hazelnut cake with maraschino meringue icing

I did a deep dive on cooking ranges: gas burner innovations, induction, oven “drift,” BTUs, technology, and design. Hope you enjoy the read and find it helpful — settle in, it’s detailed! https://t.co/NMWWugvZny

This week I wrote about moving into a community where newcomers like us are, understandably, not welcomed by all. Also: l needed a chef’s knife — so I took you shopping with me.

Today I'm launching a monthly series on renovation insights and tips from some of the most interesting people I know. Christine has made amazing real estate and design decisions over the years and I soaked up her advice like a sponge ... https://t.co/jwH6KGd195

Had a great chat with Gretchen Rubin, who is SO good at getting people to pause and look closely — and think hard — about how they’re living their lives. https://t.co/IbNFq0rv3b

We’ve all learned a lot about working from home — now Tad and I are integrating those lessons into our new home workspaces. Our approaches diverge; we’ve chosen to respect our differences. :) Also I made an artichoke recipe with a surprising ingredient detail from Dan Pelosi’s

Three years ago, Tad and I set in motion a big life change. This week, I wrote about the no-turning-back moment of it all.

Whiskey Rye Chocolate Chip Cookies from The London Plane + my laundry hamper picks. My kind of weekend read.

Do you love a pantry as much as I do? This week I nerded out on the pantry design for our Ojai house. Read on for sketches, inspo, lists, and opinions. https://t.co/vqpQUri9g7

This week I interviewed Frances Merrill, founder of Reath Design in LA. I asked her how she nudges clients in new directions, what books inspire her, and how to make the most of your job if you’re just staring out as a designer.

We had to trim 30% of our reno plan to meet our budget — so I’m sharing tips on how to do so without feeling bummed.

I got industry intel on what to look for in bath towels. I shared my guide to home stores (and food places!) in LA. And I featured a recipe for Brown Butter Tomatoes. Right?!

I wrote about another way to look at the long process of renovation.

Increasingly, homes are designed to shut out the world -- but I hope we won't forget about the importance of neighbors.