when most of us outfit our bedrooms, we tend to stock up on classic finds like headboards, linens, and nightstands. And in the process of getting our eye-level aesthetic just right, we neglect to do something very simple: look up. Though the ceiling may not be the first thing we see when we walk into a […]
If you’re lucky enough to have one on your floor plan, the dining room can be the crown jewel of the home. Unlike the kitchen counter, which tends to get crowded with, well, stuff, or the living room that needs constant vacuuming touch-ups, the dining room gets to exist in an idyllic in-between state—plates set, tapers standing at the […]
To get from the front door to the kitchen or living room, you have to walk through a narrow hallway, and then the fat hallway. Remember: it’s a jigsaw puzzle of an apartment. As with any pass-through space, I knew I’d have to be cognizant of the fact that my partner and I would need […]
Monogrammed accessories are a must-have for grandmillennials. While monograms may have once been seen as a dated or perhaps stuffy design element, true lovers of classic design know there is nothing more elegant. To help you master the etiquette of monogram use, we’ve put together a handy little reference guide. Historically monograms were used only by […]
Need to add some pizzazz to a small space? Check out these clever interior design-inspired tricks. When outfitting small spaces, everything counts. With a few well-placed items and smart design choices, you can actually make a room look bigger. Color techniques, furniture arranging, mirrorlig placement, and creative lighting design can fool the eye and make […]
You know their names. Maybe you’ve purchased furniture upholstered with their newest fabrics or pillows made with vintage designs. But you might not know the stories behind the luxury houses that for generations have created some of the world’s most coveted textiles. Below, we explore the histories of five favorites. Schumacher If you don’t find it impressive […]
Are things looking a little lackluster in the bedroom? Don’t worry, bedroom decor problems are more common than you think, and fairly easy to fix. We’ve identified four of the most common bedroom decor mistakes along with their simple solutions. Design mistake #1: choosing loud colors The design mistake: Choosing bold, bright colors, such as yellows, […]
Dorm life is a major part of college culture, and it’s the first opportunity for many freshman university students to design and decorate their own space. Try our dorm room ideas to create the a space ready to take on your best semester yet. Make the most of your room with space-saving furniture and housewares. […]
Love it or hate it, open-concept living is here to stay. Even though who embrace living with a minimum of walls and doors, however, can find decorating an open floor plan to be challenging. That’s why we tapped our expert interior designers to help us figure out exactly where to put things and how to create a cohesive […]
#1 When summer officially becomes a sweet memory (sigh, we know), it’s time to make sure outdoor furniture is securely stored and protected from the elements. Outdoor furniture covers that are water-, fade- and mildew-resistant will keep your outdoor furniture clean, dry and protected from the elements. So when next summer rolls around (and it will, […]