Hallway with wooden cabinet, wall-mounted vases holding dried flowers, and a mail holder on top.
The Vintage-Inspired Decor Trend That Makes Empty Walls Look Styled
Prices start at just $20!
May 27, 2026
I Used a Shower Curtain in My Bedroom — I’m Obsessed with the Result
And trust me, it’s way easier than you think!
May 27, 2026
The Kitchen Reno Trend You’ll Regret Most, According to Contractors
Learn from other homeowners’ mistakes.
May 26, 2026
This Ceramic Chicken from My Childhood Turned Out to Be Pricey Vintage
Sometimes the strangest things are the ones you remember.
May 26, 2026
This Ballard Designs Easel Made My Samsung Frame TV Look Even Better
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And it’s good-looking, too!
May 22, 2026
My New Rug Made My Bedroom Way Cozier — And Easier to Clean!
I'm in love (and so is my cat!)
May 23, 2026
The “Bigger Is Better” Kitchen Island Trend Is Over
Here’s why you might want to downsize your kitchen island.
May 23, 2026
Yes, Sofa Toppers Are a Thing — and They’re Genius
The living room textile you never knew you needed!
May 22, 2026
I Used the "60/40" Rule to Maximize My Layout: Now I Swear by It for Life
It's 10/10 in my opinion!
May 22, 2026
IKEA's Showrooms Convinced Me to Put Coat Hooks Above My Bed
Now why didn’t I think of that?
May 22, 2026
6 Coastal Design Rules That Designers Say Are Key for Luxe Beachy Vibes
It involves color — and a bit of texture.
May 21, 2026
This Gorgeous Fabric Instantly Says “This Place Is Expensive”
It’s bold but works so well with rustic elements, too.
May 20, 2026
The 14 Most Gorgeous Gray Kitchens Our Editors Have Ever Toured
This list will convince you to go gray (and not regret it!).
May 20, 2026
This $5 Kitchen Gem Feels Straight Out of a Parisian Flea Market
Stock up because these are so good!
May 19, 2026
20+ Dining Rooms from Our Archives That Prove Tiny Can Still Work
The layout ideas alone are genius!
May 18, 2026
6 Outdoor Trends That Kill Curb Appeal, According to Designers
Watch out for these pitfalls!
May 17, 2026
The One Thing Designers Would Never Buy for Their Own Homes
This is the one item you'll never find in a designer's home.
May 16, 2026
This HomeGoods Find Caught Me Totally Off-Guard (It's Real Vintage!)
And they’re under $10 a pop!
May 16, 2026
10 Ways to Transform Small Balconies into Relaxing Retreats
All straight out of real homes in our archive.
May 15, 2026
6 Thrift Store Finds Designers Wish People Would Stop Buying
Whether you’re aiming to decorate your home on a budget or shop more sustainably, I always advocate for a trip to your local thrift store. Buying home decor secondhand is often more cost-effective than buying new. It’s also an easy way to add warmth, character, and lived-in patina to your space. That said, not all thrifted items are created equally. The key? “Edit harder than you shop,” says interior designer Justin Q. Williams of Trademark Design Co.
May 15, 2026
The One Home Decor Item Aly Raisman Always Buys at T.J. Maxx
This trend is Olympian-approved!
May 14, 2026
The Unexpected Historical Trend Making Homes Feel Richer and Moodier
Castlecore, but make it softer and more livable.
May 14, 2026
Pattern Splicing Is the Fun Pattern Mixing Trick Showing Up Everywhere
It’s easier than you think to pull off, and it looks great!
May 13, 2026
My Mom Puts This Dining Room Staple In Her Bedroom (You'll See Why!)
It's a move that even designers are doing.
May 12, 2026
The Budget Floor Hack Leanne Ford Would “Do Over and Over Again”
Her new book has all the details.
May 12, 2026
IKEA Is Selling These Gorgeous $15 Hydrangeas for Spring
A trip to IKEA can be a bit overwhelming. By the time you’ve made it through the marketplace, you probably just want to speed through the aisles of the warehouse, grab your flat packs, and get to the checkout (and to the cinnamon rolls) ASAP. I get it — but I highly encourage you to stop and smell the roses on your next visit. Yes, literally!
May 11, 2026
My Mom’s Rare Thrift Find Is Admired by All of Her Guests — It’ll Top Your Wish List
It's still getting compliments nearly 20 years later!
May 10, 2026
I Let 2 Designers Fix My Makeshift Office: This Layout Changed Everything
And a simple furniture upgrade, too.
May 9, 2026
A Designer Took This Tiny 1920s Attic from “Dingy and Dark” to a Fabulous Bonus Room
Pattern drenching makes this awkward attic into a beautiful office space.
May 9, 2026
The Pros Swear By This $5 Tool to Fix Velvet Furniture
It’s so easy but so impactful.
May 8, 2026
This Unexpected Thrift Find Is Taking Over Nightstands Everywhere
You can find them for a song just about anywhere.
May 7, 2026
16 Small Sofas That Look “Just Right” in Tiny Living Rooms
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All the small-space-friendly sofas we love.
May 6, 2026
Tiffany Style Lamps Are Having a Moment — Here’s Why They’re Back
It's an antidote to builder grade mood.
May 6, 2026
I Swear by My Mom’s Clever Bedspread Hack (It Makes My Bed Look So Cozy!)
It keeps my bedroom looking clean and feeling fresh, year-round.
May 6, 2026
Here's How to Make the Scandinavian Sleep Comforter Hack Look Good
Having two comforters doesn't have to look wonky!
May 5, 2026
I Let AI Give My Kitchen a Makeover — It Completely Changed My Paint Selection
I had never even considered this color scheme before.
May 5, 2026
The “Peekaboo Paint Theory” Is an Easy Way to Add Color to Rooms
It’s inexpensive, too!
May 4, 2026
My Go-To Store for Outdoor Furniture Is Completely Unexpected
You’re going to want to bookmark this one for all your outdoor needs.
May 3, 2026
7 Design Trends You Won’t Regret in 7 Years
They’re worth the commitment.
May 3, 2026
A Designer Took This 70’s Living Room From Gloomy to Groovy (No Reno Necessary!)
It seems like everyone is looking for a house with “character” these days, but character alone isn’t enough to make a home truly stylish. A clear design vision, careful curation, and sound spatial planning are also essential when updating a historic home for the modern era. When designer Kara Hobbs‘ clients asked her to help update their 1970s home, she was up to the challenge — especially when it came to rethinking the living room.
May 2, 2026
I Redesigned My Home Using 13 Different AI Services
Here's what made the cut.
May 1, 2026
Stop Buying Tablecloths and Runners — I Tried This Unconventional Trick Instead
You’d never guess what I’m using now!
Apr 30, 2026
25 Small Guest Bedrooms That Visitors Will Never Want to Leave
Have a spare room? This list will convince you it’s time to redecorate.
Apr 30, 2026
I Explored IKEA's Most Underrated Section and Found This $15 Hidden Gem
This colorful set is perfect for spring.
Apr 29, 2026
This $20 HomeGoods Hack Turns a Simple Shelf Into a Stunning Centerpiece
A party trick that’ll elevate your next gathering, literally.
Apr 29, 2026
Anthropologie Nailed Mother’s Day Again — Here’s What to Gift
This way for foolproof Mother’s Day gifts!
Apr 28, 2026
6 Popular Decor Trends Designers Are Already Retiring for 2026
You might be surprised.
Apr 26, 2026
I Can’t Get Enough Of This Vintage-Inspired Bathroom Trend (It’s So Chic!)
Plus five finds to bring the buzzy look into any space.
Apr 26, 2026
I Asked a Designer to Shop at Aldi for Spring — Here’s Her $50 Haul
You won’t believe some of these finds!
Apr 25, 2026
This 500-Year-Old Decor Trend Is Back — It Looks Exactly the Same
The charm is all in the details.
Apr 25, 2026
An Artist's Small Rental Is an Absolutely Vibrant Plant-Filled Bohemian Oasis
Washington DC artist Erin Shirley has been growing her plant collection — and her enamel pin business, Aster & Tulips — from her bright and lush apartment just north of DC.
Apr 24, 2026
A 615-Square-Foot Portland Rental Is Full of DIYs and Clever Rental Hacks
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Gretchen's superpower is finding amazing pieces for her home on a budget. Through thrifting and DIY, she's been able to find stylish items AND make incredible additions to complete her trendy Portland one-bedroom apartment.
Apr 24, 2026
3 Pro Tips for Trying This Season’s Biggest Home Trends
Plus, you won’t want to miss their tips and tricks.
Apr 24, 2026
This San Diego Rental Loft Is Funky, Eclectic, Maximal, and Incredibly Colorful
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When Bridgette and her boyfriend, Blue, moved into their loft apartment, they committed to making the space their own while not breaking the bank. They used Facebook Marketplace to find staple pieces that they DIYed to fit their style.
Apr 24, 2026
Designers Are Sick of Seeing These 5 Major Living Room Styling Mistakes
They’re no-nos for a reason.
Apr 23, 2026
5 Genius Ways to Give Concrete Porches a Gorgeous Glow Up
From little ideas to renos, take your pick.
Apr 23, 2026
Laura Harrier & Tiffany Howell Just Dropped a Gorgeous Crate & Barrel Collab
Designing a home collection with a best friend sounds like a total dream — lots of creativity, a little bit of chaos, and the once-a-life-time opportunity to bring the very products you can’t find anywhere else into existence.
Apr 23, 2026
I Painted My Bathroom This Underrated Color on a Midnight Whim
Now, I get the hype!
Apr 22, 2026
See How Leanne Ford's "Minimal" Curtain Hack Transformed My Kitchen
I always love a quick and easy DIY, and I’m also an avid collector of vintage textiles — so when I saw Leanne Ford’s “minimal effort” curtain hack a few weeks ago, I knew I had to try it. Ford says that with a few hooks, twine, and vintage lace she can create the easiest and chicest makeshift curtain in just a few minutes. Sign me up!
Apr 22, 2026
5 Tabletop Trends Quietly Replacing Your Basic Dinnerware
Freshen up for the spring and beyond.
Apr 21, 2026
I Stole My Mother-in-Law’s Smartest Kitchen Storage Idea (It’s Gorgeous!)
I’ll never look at tarnished silver the same way again.
Apr 20, 2026
The Design World’s Favorite Candle Is Finally Evolving (After Decades!)
It’s somehow even more elegant than before.
Apr 20, 2026
6 “Tacky” Home Trends Interior Designers Secretly Love
Welcome back, animal print!
Apr 19, 2026
An “Outdated” Beige Kitchen Gets a Bold, Bright Red Makeover
This Big Apple kitchen makes a big statement.
Apr 18, 2026
This Designer-Approved Vintage Trend Is Taking Over Front Yards
A curb appeal one-and-done!
Apr 18, 2026
Here’s What Outdoor Decor a Designer Bought at IKEA with $50
These 4 fun finds add up to a whole outdoor makeover.
Apr 17, 2026
6 Common Mistakes You May Be Making with Your Outdoor Decor
Know what to avoid when shopping for outdoor decor this spring.
Apr 17, 2026
I Swapped My Dresser for This Beloved IKEA Staple, and I’m Never Going Back
The easiest upgrade I ever made — I don’t even miss the dresser!
Apr 16, 2026
This Simple DIY Made Every Door in Her Home Look So Much Better — for Under $40
It makes the whole house look more cohesive.
Apr 15, 2026
7 Kitchen Mistakes That Designers Wish You'd Stop Making
These details can ruin an otherwise gorgeous kitchen.
Apr 14, 2026