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Take a Look At These Stunning Bathrooms

Ah, the bathroom… one of the most fun spaces to design. From vibrant wallpapers and flashy hardware to muted colors and minimalistic designs, our bathrooms are all unique in their own way and they’re reflections of who we are. We've compiled a couple of bathrooms from Pinterest and Instagram that we are obsessing over.. enjoy! 1. Isabel Lopez-Quesada’s Spanish Country Home Image courtesy of Pinterest. Image courtesy of Pinterest. “A house, like a person, should blend traditions and modernity,” says Isabel Lopez-Quesada, a renowned Spanish designer whose work spans all across the globe. “Why do a house in just one style? Being narrow-minded is not the message you want to pass on to your children.” Her worldly touch mixes the...

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We're Loving These Instagram Kitchens

It's easy to find yourself in an Instagram trance, scrolling past pictures of just about anything. If you're anything like me, these trances often center around the endless amounts of home inspiration on our feeds. To add to this infinite list of inspiration, here are a couple of our current favorite Instagram kitchens.. enjoy! Be sure to follow us on Instagram! @englishtraditions Bright & Breezy The charm of this kitchen needs no explanation. I mean, look at those windows, that ceiling height, the FLOORS!!! There is so much to love. The tall, floor-to-ceiling windows complement this galley style kitchen and give it a sense of indoor/outdoor living.   Design by Beth Webb for Veranda Magazine. Simple Details There's so much...

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Three of the Hottest Homes on the Cincinnati MLS Right Now

Spring is here and Cincinnati real estate is on fire! We love taking a peek behind some of the most stunning homes in our neighborhoods, so when they come on the market, we're the first to check them out. Here are three of the hottest homes on the Cincinnati MLS this April. 10 Grandin Lane, Hyde Park, OH 45208 VIEW THIS LISTING 805 Tusculum Avenue, Mt. Lookout, OH 45226 VIEW THIS LISTING 2546 Perkins Lane, Hyde Park, OH 45208 VIEW THIS LISTING

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Five Sophisticated Outdoor Spaces That We Love

Image courtesy of Planete Deco Spring has officially sprung here in Cincinnati! As we open our windows to feel the warmth, there's a constant reminder that outdoor living is back, and it's not going anywhere for awhile. Here are five outdoor spaces that are not only sophisticated, but also have us longing for the beautiful weather headed our way. Enjoy! Image courtesy of Planete Deco 17th Century Spanish Home When I saw this cover image on my Pinterest feed the other day, I was inspired to create this blog post. There's something so cozy and comforting about sitting under a shady tree in a stone courtyard-- and this one has my name written all over it. I love the mix...

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Gus-Approved Porcelain Lamps

Gus is in the store everyday, so he knows exactly what he likes. As a pug who moseys past beautiful upholstery and European antiques on a daily basis, he knows how to recognize quality and has developed a very refined taste over his years at English Traditions. Below, Gus has compiled a list of his favorite porcelain lamps that are all available in our Cincinnati store RIGHT NOW-- enjoy! Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out Sold out

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