Recently I shared one of my favorite studio projects — custom DIY built-ins — and today I’m showing the companion piece: a practical plywood shelving unit where I store all of my props in one place. While the seating side of the project aimed to be styled and decorative, this shelving side was designed to be utilitarian: easy to scan at a glance and built for function rather than for display.

Admittedly, I couldn’t resist styling the shelves a little for the photos, but the primary goal here was organization. The result is a compact, efficient system that keeps hundreds of items accessible and out of the way.

Here’s what this side of the studio looked like before the build:

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Following up on the women’s holiday gift guide, I wanted to balance things out with a comprehensive men’s gift guide. Over the past few weeks I’ve bookmarked favorites across a range of stores and price points. This roundup isn’t quite as large as the women’s guide, but it’s still packed with more than 50 thoughtfully selected gifts, starting as low as $4.95. Browse the categories below to see everything.

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I’ve been on the hunt for the ideal side table and discovered there are so many stylish, budget-friendly options available right now. You can find well-designed side tables for under $150—many even fall below $100, with a few priced under $60. It’s a great time to shop if you want a statement or a practical piece without overspending.

To make the search easier, I curated a list of 23 of my favorite side tables in this price range. The selection covers a mix of styles—modern, minimalist, mid-century, and more—so there’s something to suit different rooms and decor tastes. Most of the picks balance quality and affordability, offering smart designs and attractive materials for everyday living.

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Hayes’s room was one of those projects that took a long time to come together. I began planning months ago but went back and forth about the design a hundred times—neutral and calming to match our style, colorful and playful, or a mix of both. Decision paralysis delayed progress for a while, but eventually I found a hybrid approach that feels right. Hopefully Hayes will love it too.

Today I’m sharing our organic modern nursery reveal, created in partnership with Blinds.com. Below are the images from before and during the setup, followed by the final reveal and the design choices that brought the room together.

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