Here’s What to Do If You Don’t Trust — or Know — Your Decor Style

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Decorating your home can be intimidating — but it’s even more so when you don’t know what your style is. With the number of brick and mortar and online home decor stores, it’s easy to feel spoiled with … Read more

You’ve Probably Been Picking Paint Colors the Wrong Way

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’ve ever decided to paint a room but then found yourself paralyzed with indecision when you got to the paint store to choose a color, you’re not alone. Selecting a paint from a paint chip is hard. … Read more

6 Hot Takes From Designers That Might Actually Surprise You — In a Good Way

In many ways, it feels like some things in the design rule book are hard and fast — and permanent. And while yes, you’ll always want to put curtains over your windows and pick rugs and furniture that are the right size for your rooms, pretty much everything else is open for interpretation. Just because … Read more

9 Designers Share the Unexpected Colors They Really Love Right Now

What are the paint colors that are making designers flip at the moment? Well, as it turns out, a bunch of different shades are topping their lists. Here, a handful of pros share the unexpected hues they’ve been using lately or are eager to try in their next big decorating projects. It’s possible you’ve maybe … Read more

6 Space-Saving, Smart Ways to Style a Teeny-Tiny Bedroom

Living in an extra tiny bedroom and struggling with how to make your space shine when it fits little more than a mattress? Don’t worry; design pros are here to help. Below, a handful of designers have shared their tried-and-true advice for ways to maximize functionality and style in a teensy sleep space. Some of … Read more

9 Designers Share Their Favorite Colorful Living Rooms

No two colorful spaces look the same, and the following living rooms prove that color can make a home shine in a variety of ways, even if it’s used subtly. I spoke with nine experts who each shared their favorite vibrant spaces from their portfolios as well as the inspiration behind the design. Whether you’re … Read more

5 Designer-Approved Tips For Decorating Narrow Rooms

Whether you’re decorating a narrow living room, bedroom, or dining area, it can be challenging to determine a furniture layout that best highlights your space without making it feel even more cramped than it already is. You may worry about guests bumping into things or wonder where to place certain accent pieces, but don’t fret … Read more

The Making of a Father and a Career in Interior Design

A little over 8 years ago, before my daughter, Ihlen, was born, I had my first official design job as an interior design assistant for a New York City-based architect/interior designer. Like many other soon to be parents, I was trying to wrap my head around decorating a nursery and how my wife and I … Read more