Notes from the Box

Get Your Home Guest-Ready (Without a Full Redesign) There’s something about this time of year—it naturally brings people together. And when friends and family are on their way over, you start to notice your space a little differently. Maybe it needs a refresh. Maybe just a few thoughtful updates. The good news? Sprucing up...

A Season for Opening Our Homes As we gather together in the coming days and weeks, our homes naturally take center stage. It’s where conversations happen, meals are shared, and memories are made. And while much of the season is about giving to others, there’s something equally meaningful about giving yourself—and your guests—a space...

The Season of Gathering Is Here As Thanksgiving approaches, something shifts. Homes become gathering places. Tables fill up. Conversations linger a little longer. And for many, it’s the most meaningful holiday of the year—no pressure of gifts, just good food, great company, and time spent together. At Out of the Box, this is one...

Celebrating What Makes Out of the Box Different There are moments when recognition means a little more. And this is one of them. Out of the Box has once again been named Best of Omaha 2026—this time in two categories: Best Antique Shop Best Vintage Furniture Store It’s an honor we don’t take lightly—and...

Rethinking What “New” Really Means We all love something new. A new season. A fresh start. A new piece that changes how a space feels. But in design, “new” doesn’t always mean newly made. Sometimes, the most exciting finds are pieces that already have a story—items that have lived in beautiful spaces, been thoughtfully...

The Details That Make a Space Feel Complete Sometimes it’s not the big pieces that define a room—it’s the finishing touches. The glow of a floor lamp in the evening. A framed photo that catches your eye. A small detail that adds personality, warmth, and just the right amount of polish. At Out of...

Why Leather Never Goes Out of Style There’s a reason leather has remained a staple in interior design for generations. It sits at the perfect intersection of rustic and refined—equally at home in a mountain retreat or a polished, modern space. Leather adds warmth, texture, and a sense of permanence that few materials can...

Which Style Speaks to You? How would you describe your style? Does it shift depending on your mood? Or is it something consistent—an instinctive pull toward certain materials, shapes, and finishes? Maybe you’re drawn to clean lines and polished surfaces. Or maybe it’s the warmth of aged wood and worn textures that feels more...

Why Iron Belongs in Every Home Some materials instantly ground a space—and iron is one of them. Whether you’re designing from scratch or adding a few finishing touches, iron introduces both visual and physical weight. It creates contrast, adds structure, and brings a timeless quality that works across nearly every design style. And let’s...