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Decorating Guides11 Area Rug Rules and How to Break Them
How big should an area rug be? These guidelines will help you find the right size and placement
Full StoryDecorating Guides9 Ways to Layer Warm Neutral Colors for Comfortably Refined Rooms
Design pros share advice for building an inviting palette, introducing high contrast and mixing textures
Full StoryRemodeling Guides10 Keys to a Well-Functioning House
Looks are important. But practical matters like layout, storage and lighting directly affect comfort
Full StoryDecorating Guides6 Open-Plan Dilemmas — and Tips for Overcoming Them
Combining living, dining and cooking zones can be tricky. Here’s how to make an open layout work for you
Full StoryDecorating GuidesWhat to Know About 5 Popular Types of Window Shades
Experts weigh in on how and where to use Roman, roller, solar, woven wood and cellular shades
Full StoryDecorating GuidesWhat to Know About Window Blinds and Shutters
Experts weigh in on how and where to use these versatile window coverings
Full StoryDecorating GuidesHow to Create a Cohesive Color Flow Throughout Your Home
Designers share eight techniques for avoiding a choppy feeling in your spaces
Full StoryDecorating Guides10 Common Decorating Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Turn your styling errors into successes with these solutions — and the help of a good designer
Full StoryDecorating Guides8 Open-Plan Mistakes — and How to Avoid Them
There’s much to love about relaxed open-living layouts, but they can be tricky to decorate. Get tips for making one work
Full StoryLighting7 Stylish Contemporary Lighting Trends for 2023
New looks at the recent ICFF trade event included ceramic, loopy, linear and folded designs
Full StoryDecorating Guides12 Trends in Contemporary Furniture for 2023
The 2023 ICFF and WantedDesign Manhattan trade event embraced innovation, color, and doing and feeling good
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