Notes from the Box

The Heart of the Home—Done Right We use our kitchens every single day. Morning coffee. Quick lunches. Family dinners. Late-night snacks. It’s one of the hardest-working spaces in the home—so why not make it work better? At Out of the Box, we’re always thinking about how design can improve not just how a kitchen...

More Than Just a Quick Check Before You Leave Let’s be honest—most of us think of mirrors as practical. A quick glance before heading out the door. A last check for that coffee stain or stray hair. But mirrors do far more than reflect you—they transform your entire space. They: Reflect light Open up...

When Summer Doesn’t Slow Down We all love summer… in theory. Longer days, warmer nights, the idea of getting away. But in reality? Not everyone gets that break. Work continues, schedules stay full, and sometimes August feels more like a grind than a getaway. As Alan Jackson puts it—there’s “no cure for the summertime...

A Personal Take on What Just Arrived There’s something different about seeing a collection through someone else’s eyes—especially when that someone knows the inventory inside and out. This week, Jody Strauch, co-owner of Out of the Box, is sharing a selection of her favorite new arrivals. And if there’s one thing that stands out...

When an Entire Home Becomes Available Every once in a while, something truly rare happens. Not just a single piece. Not a small collection. An entire home. Recently, Out of the Box acquired the full contents of a stunning six-bedroom contemporary residence in Aspen’s prestigious Red Mountain neighborhood—a home valued at $55 million, complete...

More Than Just a Table Dining spaces have always been about more than meals. They’re where conversations happen. Where games get pulled out after dinner. Where projects spread across the table and somehow take over the entire room. It’s one of the few places in a home where everyone naturally gathers—across generations, across routines,...

You’re Not Looking for Ordinary—and We Know It If you’ve made the trip to Out of the Box, chances are you’re not looking for the same pieces everyone else has. You’re looking for something different. Something with character. Something that feels like it was meant for your space. And yes—we know we’re a bit...

A Different Kind of Value Everyone loves finding a great piece at a great price. But lately, there’s been more to think about when shopping—rising costs, supply chains, and yes… tariffs. Whether you follow it closely or not, those added costs can quietly show up in the price of everyday items. At Out of...

The Power of a Lighter Palette If you’re looking to refresh your home and make it feel more open, airy, and inviting—white is always a smart place to start. But “white” isn’t just one look. It’s a spectrum: Crisp, bright white Soft ivory Warm cream Natural linen Subtle beige Each variation brings light into...