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Lifestyle

A Simple Home Reset for the Year Ahead

The New Year is funny. Some people live for the clean-slate energy, the planners, the…
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The Five Minute Journal
The Hydrogel Face Mask
Enameled Cast Iron Essential French Oven with Horse Lid
Mongolian Cashmere Shrunken Cable Crewneck
Journey West Suede Tassel Loafer
Faux-Fur Handbag
Projection Valet Hook
Erin Gates by Momeni Orchard Leaning Flower Jute and Wool Hand Woven Area Rug
Lip and Cheek Stick
Brass Angel Wing
Felix Chair
Bowen Frida Ruffle Chair
The Ada – Leopard Suede
Pleated Ceramic Vase Sour Cream
Bollinger Ice Bucket, Silver
Oskan Fringed Suede Shoulder Bag
English Pear & Freesia Hand Cream
Elliot Croc-Embossed Leather Slippers
Happy Times Dinner Plate
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The January Edit: Winter Trends for 2026

Winter 2026 Trends January always feels like a reset, doesn’t it? This is the month…
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Agra Rug
Oriente Italiano Meringa Dinner Plate
Abraham Moon Plaid Pillow Cover
Asya Turkish Pillow
Belmond 3-Piece L-Shaped Light Brown Velvet Sectional Sofa
Marbled Vase, Terracotta
Jewel Highballs Set of 2
Halima Linear Chandelier
Bretagne 96″ Resin and Metal Dining Table
Ceremonie Dresden Brown Dining Chair
Yellow Forsythia
IMPERIAL DRAGON JAR
BRASS HORSE
Antique Primitive Jelly or Linen Cabinet
Handmade Black Ceramic Sculptural Vase
Craft Hair On Hide Accent Chair
Perry Glass Table Lamp
Kennon Wool Throw
Hala Chandelier
Woodland Granite Area Rug
Wingback Bed in Performance Velvet
Iris Modern Classic Brown Oak Nightstand
Lucca Round Coffee Table
Petrified Wood Coasters
I Beam Black Marble Modern Side Table
Topanga Leather Swivel Accent Chair
Ethereal Equines: Horses in the Fog of Vigiljoch
Aluminum Table Lamp
Valezka Knee High Boot
Faux-Fur Handbag
Callum Leather Belt
Shawl Collar Wrap Sweater
Siena Lugged Penny Loafer
Adrienne Landau Landau Vest
Astor Puffer Jacket
Oskan Fringed Suede Shoulder Bag
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Aspen: Lodgecore Redefined

Aspen: How Winter Should Feel There’s something about December that makes Aspen the blueprint for…
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Fairfax Square Ottoman
Journey Terracotta Red Velvet Bench
Billings End Table
Travertine Coffee Table
Alford Woven Rattan Double Handle Vase
Estate Travertine and Metal Rectangular Coffee Table
Emmy Brass Vanity Mirror
Liam Double Flange Pillow Cover
Allegra Wall Sconce
Harper Jute Rug
Marceline Marble Top End Table
Lahey Solid Wood Console Table
Hortensia Wall Tapestry
Holiday

15 Quick Finishes That Make Any Room Look Designer

Sofa ordered. Room still flat? These 15 pieces make it feel designed by today. If…
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How To Bring The Cozy Cabin Vibe To Your Home This Holiday

How to Bring Cabin Season Home There’s something about this time of year that makes…
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Black Velvet Nina Flats
Blackwatch Selena Blouse
Vienna Taper Candle Holder
Portuguese Bench
1990s Iron & Marble Console
Fairbanks Fox Puffer Jacket
Caramel N’ Cream
Traditional Antique Folk Clay Plate
Jordan Chandelier
Studded Leather Clutch
Carmine Velvet Bolster Pillow
20th Century Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk
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The December Edit:
Winter’s Cozy Layers

As winter settles in here at Bend, there’s a natural shift. It’s like the world…
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Part 1 of our Sixth Street den is finally here.

This room is a little different than the rest of our home, and honestly... that’s what I love about it. One of my design philosophies has always been knowing where to save and where to splurge. Not every room needs the same investment, especially when you understand how it’s going to be used.

This is our family den. It’s where we unwind at the end of the day, watch a movie, read a book, or curl up with the dogs. When we’re entertaining, everyone naturally gathers in the kitchen, dining room, or living room, so I gave myself permission to be a little more creative here.
That meant mixing old with new, incorporating a few vintage finds, and investing in the pieces that would have the biggest impact. It was less about buying everything new and more about creating the feeling I wanted. The room isn’t finished yet (are they ever?), but it’s already become one of our favorite places to land at the end of the day.

I can’t wait to show you Part 2 and walk through some of the other decisions that brought this room together. It’s full of personality, and I think those details are what make it feel like us.

Part 2 coming soon!
Well, this was fun!!

For those of you who are new around here and want to get to know a little more about Clouz Houz (and me), consider this the rapid-fire version.

I’m Allison-the principal designer/owner behind Clouz Houz. These answers are a pretty honest glimpse into how I approach design, what I believe makes a home feel good, and the little things I think matter most.

At the end of the day, every project is different, but my philosophy is always the same: create homes that are meant to be lived in, not just looked at.

Now I’d love to hear from you. Which answer resonated most? Or better yet... what’s a design opinion you’ll defend forever? Leave it in the comments!