Designers on Design

5 South Asian Designers On How Their Heritage Informs Their Style

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South Asia is a treasure trove for design. Make your way through the bustling markets of Sri Lanka, Nepal, or Pakistan and your senses are immediately overwhelmed by the beauty. Think: ornate Islamic architecture, vibrant rugs, and ancient craft traditions. For more content like this follow Growing up, my immigrant parents sought to transport some … Read more

6 Things You Don’t Need in Your Living Room

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Aside from the kitchen, which many refer to as “the heart of the home,” your living room is one of the most important spaces to spend a little time getting the decor right, as it’s a hub that also serves multiple purposes. It’s a place for lounging after a long day, a gathering space for … Read more

This is the One Thing You Don’t Need in a Bedroom

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Recently, I asked a handful of interior designers about the pieces people just don’t need in their bedrooms, and one answer bubbled to the forefront time and time again. “A TV is definitely not needed in the bedroom,” designer Leah Alexander says, and her surveyed designer peers definitely agree. “Why not embrace rest to the … Read more

10 Things You Don’t Need in Your Apartment, According to Designers

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To help you get your place into tip-top organizational shape, we polled designers on the items that just do not belong in your apartment. Soak up their tips, then do a quick pantry, cupboard, or closet clean-out. “I somehow always end up with so many of those free vases that come with mailed floral arrangements … Read more

Here’s Why You Might Want to Give This Smart Layout Trick a Try

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Have you ever tried floating your furniture in a room? Often, in small spaces in particular, the tendency is to place all of your pieces on the perimeter of a room to gain precious square footage at the center of the floor plan. Surprisingly, though, this isn’t always the best layout technique. While it may … Read more

This Asheville Apartment Has Big Apple Energy

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Sometimes the fourth time really is the charm. That was the case for one lifelong New York City couple, who at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic found themselves as empty nesters yet still somewhat cramped in their … Read more

This Budget-Minded Trend Will Make Your Kitchen (or Bathroom!) Look Like a Million Bucks

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When it comes to design, I’m all about a creative combo. Lately, I’ve been particuarly into a new trend I’ve been seeing: mixing different sizes and shapes of tile in the kitchen or bathroom for some added oomph. Tile is having a major moment right now, and designer Shoshanna Shapiro weighs in as to why. … Read more

Designers Say These Are the 7 Areas of the Home Where Clients Are Most Likely to Splurge

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Decorating and furnishing an entire home is no small or inexpensive process, so clients undertaking major redesigns often have to be a bit picky about where they’re willing to spend a little extra. “It goes without saying that kitchens and bathrooms are typically the two areas that people are willing to splurge on or put … Read more

The 6 Dos and Don’ts of Layering Rugs, According to Designers

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Why settle for one rug in your space when you can put two together? Layering rugs is always welcome, but if you’re not sure how to pull off this look, we spoke with five designers who offered their opinions on the dos and don’ts of layering rugs throughout your home. Some of their advice may … Read more

8 Black Designers on How They Celebrate Black History in Their Designs

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Some of the most innovative and interesting designs come from Black creatives. Often, they’re inspired by their identities — whether evoking their African heritage or showcasing the works of African Diaspora artists. By creating spaces imbued with culture and joy, Black creators are reimagining what interior design means and looks like in an industry that … Read more