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What We Loved This Week

From local artwork to design inspo, we had plenty of favorites this week. Enjoy! 1. Mark Sikes' Hollywood Hills Home Designer Mark D. Sikes is known for his keen eye and close attention to detail. Every inch of his Hollywood Hills home is paid full attention-- from the home library to the stunning patio, Sikes knows exactly how to create an interior that celebrates the All-American timelessness that we can't get enough of. His Rizzoli coffee table book titled "Beautiful" is another one of our favorites. Not only does it beautifully showcase the crisp colors and textures that fill his home, but it looks great amongst your book collection. If only we could sip a cocktail on this patio... MARKDSIKES.COM...

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Styling Tips for Every Outdoor Space

Hello, all! It feels like forever since we've been active on our blog and social media but we are more than excited to be back. Our doors are open! We are so ready to see all of you, catch up, and help you find whatever you're looking for. As we're all aware, the sun is here to stay-- thank God. Whether we're entertaining small groups of people or even just hosting a casual family dinner, most of us are finding ourselves spending as much time outside as possible. No matter the size of your space, there is always something you can do to create an oasis. Here are some of our tips to help create the breezy outdoor living environment...

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Welcome Back, Mother's Month

Its officially May and, sadly, this time of year is extremely different than usual. As new guidelines control our days, it’s easy to feel trapped under these circumstances. We get it-- this virus is affecting everyone. However, in times like these we must remain hopeful and seek inspiration in the beauty around us-- this month especially. Last May, we introduced a new, month-long promotion called Mother’s Month in which we celebrated all of the incredible women who go by “Mom”. English Traditions is happy to extend this celebration by offering discounts on upholstery, lighting, antiques, and so much more the entire month of May. Let’s get back in the groove-- just in time to celebrate Mom! Over 28 years ago,...

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Three of the Best Backyards on the Cincinnati MLS Right Now

As we all have probably observed, spring is here-- sort of. We're teased with warm, sunny days that are typically followed by cold fronts-- thank god things are beginning to bloom! Sooner than later, the sun will choose to stay and we will all migrate our routines to spend more time outside. Our city is home to some of the most beautiful homes, as we know. But the desire to be outside, especially now, has us falling in love with some of Cincinnati's best backyards. Let's take a look. 2540 Handasyde Ave. Hyde Park, OH 45208 This beautiful Hyde Park listing not only boasts a beautiful interior, but its seamless transition into sophisticated outdoor living is truly breathtaking. Beautifully situated...

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Our Response to COVID-19

Dear Customers, The past couple of weeks have felt like an eternity to say the least. Our lives have changed with the influx of news regarding this outbreak and our days are filled with questions about the impact of the COVID-19 virus. As a family-run business, we want to wish you and your families good health and safety during these trying times. We understand the weight of this circumstance and know how difficult it is to deal with. As we learn how to operate during this all, we want to remain hopeful. As we take the necessary precautions to halt the spread of this virus we must seek inspiration in the beauty of the season around us. Don't forget to...

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