Getting started on a big project can be really overwhelming. What color paint should I use? What flooring? Fixtures? Lighting? The list goes on and on. Hiring a designer can help take off some of that pressure, but let’s be honest, not everyone can Read More

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With Memorial Day behind us, outdoor entertaining season is officially here. But you can’t throw the ultimate party outside if you don’t have the perfect patio to welcome guests. So how do you create an outdoor space that is welcoming, comfortable Read More

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It’s a question the Stagg Design team gets a lot: how do you get your significant other on board with your big ideas? Jen and Jon have tackled many projects together over the years, but they haven’t always both been excited for all Read More

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Have you ever had one of those moments where you’re sitting in a movie and have a big “Aha!” moment? Jon recently had one of those, and it happened during one of his favorite super hero movies. Today he and Jen are discussing why Captain Marvel made Read More

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 Choosing the right floor coverings can be one of the most stressful parts of any new build or redesign. Sometimes you know exactly what you want, but a tight budget forces you to make a different decision. So when do you stick to you guns and Read More

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It’s finally that time of year when the snow is gone, the sun is shining, and signs of life are popping up. With spring finally here, you’re probably itching to spend some quality time outside. But before you uncover the patio furniture and light Read More

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It’s a question Jen gets asked all the time: how do you balance your work life with your mom life? From her time as a full-time journalist to now owning a small business and working as an interior designer, she’s picked up a few tricks along the Read More

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Here at Heart of the Home and Stagg Design, we love a good practical joke, so we couldn’t close out this month without sharing some of our favorite April Fools’ Day pranks. Jen and Jon have also been on the receiving end of some bad building projects Read More

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Nothing gives you that sense of accomplishment quite like wrapping up another DIY project. But it can also feel frustrating, if you’ve been working without the right tools. So, if you’re new to the world of DIY where do you start? Today, we’re picking Read More

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You’ve seen those picture-perfect homes in magazines: everything seems polished and in its place. And while achieving the same look may seem impossible, there are simple things you can do to elevate your space. Today, we’re getting tips from someone Read More

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