Texture
Why a Matte Wall and Glossy Trim Read Differently
See why a matte wall and glossy trim read differently, and choose paint sheen to control colour depth, reflected light…
From the journal
Articles
Read about the colours, light, textures, objects and arrangements that give home interiors their character.
Colour
Warm White or Cool White? Start with the Room's Existing Light
Warm white or cool white depends on your room’s light and finishes. Compare samples beside lasting colours to choose a…
Objects
The Window Seat Before It Became a Nook
Explore how the window seat moved from architectural recess to everyday perch, and learn how to read its changing role…
Arrangement
The Gallery Wall Mistake: Treating Every Frame as a Solo Act
A gallery wall visual link helps varied art feel connected without matching every frame. Choose a frame, colour or…
Arrangement
A Small Entry Table, Set for the First Look Home
Small entry table arrangement can give keys a reliable home, keep the doorway clear and make a compact entrance feel…
Our point of view
A room should feel lived in, not staged
Vibrant Home Journal looks at the choices that give a space its own character. The aim is not a perfect room, but one that feels considered and comfortable to live in.