When it comes to design, sometimes the boldest moves make the biggest impact. One design trend I’ve fallen completely in love with is color drenching. It’s a technique that can feel daring at first, but once you see the results, it just clicks. If you’ve been following along with our Monarch Revival projects, you’ve likely ... Read More about Color Drenching | How To Make It Work The post Color Drenching | How To Make It Work appeared first on MALLORY NIKOLAUS.| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
Sometimes the smallest spaces make the biggest impact. Our powder bath, tucked directly behind the kitchen range wall, is a perfect example of that. This little room never really got touched during the renovation. We added some new tile, but other than that, there were plain walls, a bare door, and no functional toilet or ... Read More about Powder Bath Wallpaper | How We Gave This Tiny Space a Boutique Hotel Vibe The post Powder Bath Wallpaper | How We Gave This Tiny Space a Boutique Hotel V...| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
We’ve officially reached the point in our renovation where small spaces are making the biggest impact. Today, I’m sharing the full reveal of our mudroom—a project that came with its fair share of trial and error but turned out to be one of the most functional rooms in our home. If you’re looking for mudroom ... Read More about 5 Unique Mudroom Ideas | Monarch Revival Mudroom Reveal The post 5 Unique Mudroom Ideas | Monarch Revival Mudroom Reveal appeared first on MALLORY NIKOLAUS.| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
I’ve renovated what feels like one million rooms at this point, and one decision that never gets easier is….should we replace the flooring? If you’ve followed along through our many renovations, from The Monarch Revival to our current Monarch Colonial, you already know I’ve tried a lot of things. But when it comes to flooring, ... Read More about Lifeproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Review: Why I Keep Coming Back The post Lifeproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Review: Why I Keep Comin...| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
Sherwin-Williams Pure White SW7005 is a warm-hued white with just a touch of a gray undertone. It’s clean, soft, and not too stark. If you’ve ever compared white paints, you already know: not all whites are created equal. And while all-white houses are often called timeless, they’re not usually my style. I tend to love ... Read More about Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005 | Before You Paint, Read This. The post Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005 | Before You Paint, Read This. appeared ...| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
When we first bought a piano a few years ago, it was mostly for fun—something for the kids to tinker with and explore. What we didn’t expect was that our oldest, Carter, would teach himself how to play. With a lot of determination (and extra practice during our homeschooling days), he’s become quite the pianist—and ... Read More about The Music Room Reveal | My Most Sentimental Space Yet The post The Music Room Reveal | My Most Sentimental Space Yet appeared first on MALLORY NIKOLAUS.| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
This renovation has been such a journey, and I am SO excited to finally share another reveal with you…our basement kitchen is DONE! What started as a practical space completely transformed into one of my favorite corners of the house. We didn’t need a full second kitchen, but with five boys, lots of entertaining, and ... Read More about Basement Kitchenette Ideas | The Final Reveal The post Basement Kitchenette Ideas | The Final Reveal appeared first on MALLORY NIKOLAUS.| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
I don’t usually feel strongly about differing design opinions online, but it’s been fascinating to see how much conversation this one choice in my kitchen has sparked. Yes, I went with marble! Even knowing full well it’s not the easiest to clean or maintain, especially with the wear and tear of a family of seven. ... Read More about How To Clean Marble Countertops So They Get Better (Not Worse!) The post How To Clean Marble Countertops So They Get Better (Not Worse!) appeared first on M...| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
Father’s Day is coming up, and honestly, you don’t need to buy anything at all—homemade gifts, especially from kids, are often the most treasured. But if you do want to pick something up, I’m curating a list of things I know Craig would absolutely love. I’ve put together the best Father’s Day gifts for 2025 ... Read More about 25 Father’s Day Gift Ideas in 2025 The post 25 Father’s Day Gift Ideas in 2025 appeared first on MALLORY NIKOLAUS.| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
Let’s talk paint finishes! If you’re stuck between satin and semi-gloss, I need to tell you something that might save you from a costly mistake I see all the time. After many years of painting everything from tiny powder rooms to grand foyers, I’m sure many people agonize over this choice—and honestly? You’re overthinking it. ... Read More about Satin vs. Semi-Gloss Paint: Why I’m Breaking Up With Both (For Walls) The post Satin vs. Semi-Gloss Paint: Why I’m Breaking Up With Bot...| MALLORY NIKOLAUS
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