Decorating In Design

You can find them at any thrift store.

The layout ideas alone are genius!

Watch out for these pitfalls!

This is the one item you'll never find in a designer's home.

And they’re under $10 a pop!

Starting at only $20.

All straight out of real homes in our archive.

"Forever furniture" on a budget.

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.

This trend is Olympian-approved!

Castlecore, but make it softer and more livable.

We don’t know who’s going to love them more, you or your little one!

It’s easier than you think to pull off, and it looks great!

Shopping for curtains? Start your search here.

It's a move that even designers are doing.

They add a storybook charm to any space.

Her new book has all the details.

All featured in our real house tour archive.

It's still getting compliments nearly 20 years later!

And a simple furniture upgrade, too.

Pattern drenching makes this awkward attic into a beautiful office space.

It quite literally saves you thousands.

It’s so easy but so impactful.

You can find them for a song just about anywhere.

It gives your space instant whimsy and character.

All the small-space-friendly sofas we love.

It's an antidote to builder grade mood.

It keeps my bedroom looking clean and feeling fresh, year-round.

C’est magnifique.

Having two comforters doesn't have to look wonky!

It doubles as decor.

It’s inexpensive, too!

You’re going to want to bookmark this one for all your outdoor needs.

All from real homes featured in our archives.

They’re worth the commitment.

Designers love to use this skill, too.

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.

Here's what made the cut.

Consider yourself warned.

So spring-ready.

You’d never guess what I’m using now!

Have a spare room? This list will convince you it’s time to redecorate.

This colorful set is perfect for spring.

A party trick that’ll elevate your next gathering, literally.

This way for foolproof Mother’s Day gifts!

You might be surprised.

Plus five finds to bring the buzzy look into any space.

You won’t believe some of these finds!