If money were no object, how would your home look? We had a great time "dream decorating" our bathrooms and kitchens, but now it's time for the coup de grâce: the living room. Mine would include nods to mid-century modern pieces, plus a twist of colorful quirk to keep the tone light. More

It's true, I want to be a modernist, but I'm much more eclectic at heart. Blame it on architecture school, but my brain says iconic design pieces while my gut wants something a little cushy and cozy when it comes to the living room. Here's where such schizophrenic sensibilities land you: More

Love seafoam green? So do we. Here are a few ideas for bringing the beachy hue home. More

Craving the fresh and pretty look of peach? Apartment Therapy has some ideas. More

Interior designer Angèle Parlange's corner office is a chic, eclectic mix of feminine glamor. A bright turquoise paint color serves as the backdrop for randomly hung vintage art and family photographs. There's no doubt that hers is a mix of high-end antiques she has collected over time. More

If, like us, you love the look of lavender, here are a few ideas to bring it home. More

When it comes to fantastic kitchens, I know what I like when I see it. But as for what should be in my own dream kitchen, I can't think of much beyond lots of windows and pretty materials. It's probably because my husband does most of the cooking, and I do most of the daydreaming and designing. So I set out to create a blend of our dreams: aesthetics and function (and fun!). More

Today is Memorial Day, which marks the beginning of summer. Which means long, hot, lazy days spent by the pool and in the sun. Here are some goodies to summer-ify your party (or your lawn) without breaking the bank. More

Create a modern menagerie with home decor inspired by the animal kingdom. A crocodile adorns a magnifying glass and a paper mâché hippo stands in for a trophy head. Interpreted in materials such as brass, ceramic, and paper mâché these unexpected characters feel just right in the home. More

The warm weather we've been having in the Midwest means that lilacs are blooming a month early this year. As I savor their brief but glorious run, I'm reminded why I've always loved this fragrant backyard flower, with its muted purples, grays, and whites. It's the shabby chic of flowers, elegant but relaxed. As a color, lilac is vibrant but still soft, and neutral enough to easily add into home decor.

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