365 Days of a Happy Home

Who doesn’t love a Happy Home? We certainly do! 365 Days of a Happy Home is an interior design blog that grew from a personal challenge to post one image a day, of something that made me happy. I had so much fun with the challenge, that it sparked the idea to create a blog to provide ideas and advice on things that contribute to a Happy Home.

365 Days of a Happy Home is a destination for informative and inspiring resources for all aspects of interior design. Everything from the details of décor to big picture home remodels. Check back for ideas and ways to make you feel happy in your home! Leave us comments! Agree or disagree, there is no wrong answer. However, there is lots to learn!

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Day 157: Bringing Global Inspiration Home - Part 2

While the gardens of Amsterdam captured my heart with their bold colors, it was the architecture that truly left me awestruck.

Walking along the canals, I couldn't help but notice the perfect symmetry of the bridges, the soaring heights of the cathedrals, and the sprawling beauty of the libraries tucked into the city's corners. Everywhere I turned, there was a sense of balance, proportion, and care — a visual rhythm that felt both grand and deeply human at the same time.