Goodness in a bowl! Wake up with a hearty breakfast that is loaded with wholesome ingredients, like organic quinoa, coconut milk, and...

Have you ever wished you would have just a little bit more living space? Maybe you've thought about a home addition but then didn't move...

Choosing the right general contractor can make all the difference between a successful home remodel and a very stressful experience. Take...

Growing up in Germany, I'm very familiar with wall-mounted toilets. That's all there is in most of Europe. Moving to the U.S. I...

Believe it or not, I have fun organizing my home and making it a beautiful place for my family to enjoy. It makes me happy! That doesn't...

I was born and raised in Germany but live in Silicon Valley, California for over 20 years now. With that, I treasure German traditions...

"Happy at home, happy in life." Sounds similar to "Happy wife, happy life", doesn't it? I really think people should create homes that...

I've been cooking "Chili Con Carne" for at least 25 years now. When I lived in Germany, I used to make a big batch when having a party....

A couple of years ago, I discovered this Bok Choy salad recipe in an effort to clean eating which involves choosing minimally processed,...

Since having a system for my pantry organization, it became much easier to find items, to know when to restock, and also to avoid going...

I'm so happy the cooler weather finally arrived in California. With that, it's time to change the menu! I'm in the mood to cook soups,...

Creating a budget for your kitchen remodel will help you plan accordingly. You will know precisely what your allowance is for cabinets,...

Homeowners often think they can design their new kitchen on their own but I highly suggest to work with an experienced kitchen designer...

Not always do I follow a recipe when cooking. Instead, I like 'playing' with ingredients and trying out new things to see how my family...

Years ago, while looking for a new recipe for our Sunset dinner club, I discovered this 'Mint Chutney' sauce and it became a family...

The kitchen backsplash may seem like a small project at the end of a remodel, but it can actually have a huge impact on your space. It’s...

I don't only love to design kitchens, I also love to cook and experiment with fresh ingredients. My husband and I prefer to cook healthy...

The cooking zone is a very central element in every kitchen. In grandma's kitchen you almost always found a sturdy cast iron stovetop,...

Welcome and thank you for stopping by. I'm very excited to get started with my new blog "A Beautiful Life Begins At Home", where I'll be...