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When they say, " What can I bring?"

You're having friends over and the inevitable, dreaded "what can I bring" question comes up? You don't want to put anyone out by asking too much, but you don't want anyone to feel awkward by showing up empty handed... Some ideas I swear by: Keep It Simple citrus - always great for cocktails! ice - even better for cocktails, plus you can never have enough! something they like to drink Make it Complimentary Fresh, good bread a simple salad their go-to dessert It fills in the ta

Hospitality vs. Hosting: The Simple Difference

We often use hospitality and hosting like they mean the same thing—especially when we’re talking about gathering people in our homes. But they’re actually two different pieces of the same experience, and knowing the difference can change everything. Hosting = the plan. It’s the logistics: picking a date, planning the menu, setting the table, tidying the house. Hosting is everything you do to make the gathering happen. Hospitality = the feeling. It’s the warmth in the room,

That Personal Touch

Want your home to feel a little more you ? Cozy, quirky, charming, and personal? I know I do - it's one of my goals for 2026. Enter our laundry room. After a functional makeover awhile back, I finally added some personal touches that have transformed the space. Here's what worked for me: Mixed Textures Woven baskets, matte ceramics, warm woods—texture is charm’s best friend. Even a laundry room feels cozier with a woven hamper or a pretty glass jar for dryer balls. Embrace th

About

Hi, I'm Liz.

I love creating spaces that feel welcoming, meals that bring people together and making the everyday feel special.

Welcome—I'm so glad you’re here.

After years of creating welcoming homes for my family, and many others, hosting countless gatherings and sharing my love for all things "home" - I created Domestic by Design.

My hope is that when you visit Domestic by Design, you feel encouraged to embrace the comforts of home. Whether you’re refreshing a room, planning a simple meal, or dreaming up a cozy gathering, you’re in the right place.

Let's celebrate a life that’s domestic, by design.