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The Best Brass Pendant Lights for Kitchen Islands Under $500
The Best Brass Pendant Lights for Kitchen Islands Under $500
(via Studio McGee) If you're planning a kitchen renovation or simply looking to update your current space, choosing the perfect pendant lights for your kitchen island is one of the most... Read more...
1920s Bungalow Living Room: How to Make Tall Ceilings Feel Welcoming
1920s Bungalow Living Room: How to Make Tall Ceilings Feel Welcoming
When I first walked into this 1920s bungalow living room in Southwest Atlanta, I knew it had incredible potential. The soaring ceilings and beautiful original details were there, but the... Read more...
Travel by Design: Art Deco Excellence at Sommerro House
Travel by Design: Art Deco Excellence at Sommerro House
(via Wallpaper) Perched elegantly on Solli Plass in Oslo's prestigious Frogner neighborhood, Sommerro House stands as a magnificent testament to the power of thoughtful preservation and visionary design. This 231-room... Read more...
The Best Blush Pink Paint Colors: Grown-Up, Not Girly
The Best Blush Pink Paint Colors: Grown-Up, Not Girly
The word "pink" scares people. They picture a little girl's bedroom or a bottle of Pepto, and they paint the walls greige instead. That's a shame, because the right blush... Read more...
Art Hearts: Josef Albers' Influential Color Studies
Art Hearts: Josef Albers' Influential Color Studies
A West Village townhouse by Starrett Ringbom via Architectural Digest As someone deeply fascinated by the intersection of art and design, I find myself continually drawn to the methodical genius of... Read more...
How to Create a Whimsical Wildflower Table Setting
How to Create a Whimsical Wildflower Table Setting
There's something magical about wildflower table settings that instantly transforms any dining space into a romantic, countryside-inspired retreat. Today, I'm sharing how I designed this captivating tablescape in my West... Read more...
The Notebook: David Hicks' Bold Approach to English Style
The Notebook: David Hicks' Bold Approach to English Style
The dining room at Britwell Salome via Financial Times David Hicks stands out as a prominent figure understanding of bold, sophisticated living spaces. Few designers are associated with color and... Read more...
The 21 Best Bouclé Accent Chairs of 2026: A Designer Guide
The 21 Best Bouclé Accent Chairs of 2026: A Designer Guide
(Bouclé accent chairs in an Austin living room via Kelly Wearstler) While the bouclé craze may feel like it's hit a fever pitch lately (you can't scroll through Instagram without... Read more...
Travel by Design: La Dolce Vita at Casa Monti Hotel
Travel by Design: La Dolce Vita at Casa Monti Hotel
(via Laura Gonzalez) Nestled within Rome's historic Monti district, Casa Monti stands is a beautiful testament to thoughtful restoration and sublime interior design. This boutique hotel, which opened its doors... Read more...
Leopard Print Decor: The Guide to Styling Animal Prints at Home
Leopard Print Decor: The Guide to Styling Animal Prints at Home
(Leopard Area Rug in Peridot Green) Discover how to incorporate leopard print as a versatile neutral in your home with our new artisan-crafted Panthera Leopard Rug and curated designer pieces.... Read more...
The Best Pale Blue Paint Colors: Calm, Not Cold
The Best Pale Blue Paint Colors: Calm, Not Cold
Down here in the South, we've been painting things pale blue for two hundred years. It's on the underside of half the porch ceilings in Charleston and Savannah; the old... Read more...
Kevin Francis O'Gara Apartment Tour on Homeworthy
Kevin Francis O'Gara Apartment Tour on Homeworthy
I was so excited when Homeworthy, my favorite destination for beautiful home tour videos, reached out to come and film my New Regency style apartment in Midtown Atlanta! The opportunity... Read more...