There is something about this time of year that invites a softer lens. The evenings are longer, candlelight feels natural rather than dramatic, and staying in starts to sound like its own kind of plan. Romance tends to be in the air a bit more in February, whether you're leaning into it or not. But romance at home is rarely about grand gestures. It is not themed, it is not overly styled, and it is certainly not a room trying too hard. The most romantic homes are often the one

A reflection on the quiet design decisions that shape a home over time, from atmosphere and restraint to interiors that feel deeply lived in.

January often begins with a quiet shift at home. The Christmas tree comes down, ornaments are packed away, and rooms begin to feel open again. There is a softness in that moment, a pause between seasons, when the home asks for renewal without asking for excess. One of our favorite ways to mark that transition is by replacing the tree with a living element. A sculptural plant in the corner of a living room or a simple arrangement of greenery on a table carries forward the se