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Anyone else looking around like summer is HALF OVER already… how??? I sometimes tend to be a glass half empty gal. I don’t love that about myself but it’s true. So, here we are after the 4th and I’m feeling like summer’s already overrr. So not true but that’s how it sure feels. If you […]

JUNE HAPPENINGS- PROJECTS, BESTSELLERS, AND SUMMER FAVORITES

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Anyone else looking around like summer is HALF OVER already… how??? I sometimes tend to be a glass half empty gal. I don’t love that about myself but it’s true. So, here we are after the 4th and I’m feeling like summer’s already overrr. So not true but that’s how it sure feels. If you […]

JUNE HAPPENINGS- PROJECTS, BESTSELLERS, AND SUMMER FAVORITES

LIFESTYLE

You know I LOVE a neutral find but it’s 100x better when all those little essentials look pretty and function well! Sharing my tried and true vaca + travel essentials for the most aesthetic trip this summer. Spoiler: most is amazon, 2 day shipping and a great deal to get in time for any trips! […]

THE VACATION EDIT- TRAVEL, BEACH ESSENTIALS, + RESORTWEAR FOR THE MOST AESTHETIC TRIP

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Happy 4th of July weekend! I hope you’re soaking up some sunshine, gathered around a BBQ, and enjoying family and friends. If you’re like me then you already know this is a great weekend for sales. There’s amazing deals on outdoor furniture, decor, rugs, and so much more! I’ve rounded up the best sales you […]

THE BEST JULY 4TH HOLIDAY WEEKEND SALES YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

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Early this year we added a playroom off of our open concept family and dining room space. This entire space is pretty much completely open to each other. My home office, a bathroom, and our storage/utility/laundry is also positioned on one side (divided, of course.) Going into this year creating the defined playroom space I […]

MAXIMIZING SPACE IN OPEN CONCEPT LAYOUT, OUR DINING ROOM REFRESH

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We’ve had our Ikea Kivik sectional for years, it’s been great with young kids and our dogs. But it was beige and definitely feeling blah. It stuck out while the rest of our home is airy and bright, it felt really dull and bland. Although, the fabric was a pain point it was anything but, […]

UPDATE YOUR SOFA WITH EASE: COMFORT WORKS CUSTOM SLIP COVERS

DESIGN & STYLING

Whether you plan to soak up the sunshine and downtime this long weekend or do a little browsing here’s the best sales you won’t want to miss! There’s amazing sales this Memorial Day weekend – it’s a great time to shop for furniture and larger pieces at heavy discounts if you’ve been waiting. There’s also […]

THE BEST MEMORIAL DAY SALES YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS

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It was time my home office matched the rest of our interior, and let me tell you, a few decor swaps can make a huge difference! Of course, I took it a few steps further adding new flooring with the marble checkerboard tile, new desk and chair. But it looks like an entirely new space […]

ORGANIC MODERN HOME OFFICE & DESIGN STUDIO REVEAL

DESIGN & STYLING

It’s almost that time again… when the weather is just too good to stay in. I’ve rounded up my favorite affordable AND quality, neutral modern outdoor furniture, rugs, and decor to help you create an outdoor space you love! We spend so much time outdoors I love to create a living space that’s a true […]

THE OUTDOOR EDIT; MY FAVORITE FURNITURE, RUGS, AND DECOR TO CREATE A SPACE YOU LOVE

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Over the last year marble checkerboard floors have made a statement, and we’re here for it! Although, this flooring can lend to so many design styles, it’s one that truly can feel classic and timeless regardless. I knew designing our office and design studio I wanted statement flooring. The beadboard ceiling detail, modern trim, and […]

DESIGN OFFICE MARBLE CHECKERBOARD FLOORS, INSPIRATION AND MARBLE TILE OPTIONS

DESIGN & STYLING

Custom drapery is far from affordable for most, but don’t we all love the look? My faux linen Amazon drapes can be completely customized for a fraction of the price AND even better you can order standard sizes (if that fits your space) for even more savings! Get all the details below for these gorgeous […]

FAUX LINEN AMAZON DRAPES AND TIPS FOR AN ELEVATED SPACE

DESIGN & STYLING

Grace Oaks Designs is an interiors and lifestyle brand located in Central IL.
Creating homes that are both stylish and deeply rooted in livability. Offering design services and inspiration encouraging an elevated everyday.