This Paint Sheen Makes Any Room Look Tacky, Designers Say—No Matter the Color

Choosing the perfect paint color is one thing, but picking the perfect paint finish for your home is another skill entirely. It’s made even more complicated by the fact that certain paint finishes look different in varying circumstances. For example, something that looks beautiful in an inspiration photo might not work in your own space simply because the sheen … Read more

Designers Say These Are the 5 Best Places to Use Wallpaper (Besides a Powder Room)

Hanging wallpaper is a simple way to energize any room. “Wallpaper works like instant architecture,” says interior designer Lauren Saab. “Designers love wallpaper because it turns even the simplest layout into something layered and personal without needing a full remodel.”  We asked the designer to share the best places to use wallpaper to add movement, … Read more

We Asked Designers for the Living Room Paint Colors That Instantly Elevate a Space—And They Gave Us 5

Interior design trends come and go, but elevating paint colors tend to stay the same. If you want to give your living room a luxurious look without a hefty renovation, then a new paint of coat will definitely do the trick. In fact, these five paint colors are interior designers’ go-to shades when they’re trying to create … Read more

7 Tacky Dining Room Wall Colors Your Guests Will Immediately Notice (and What to Use Instead)

The holiday season brings plenty of hosting, which means it’s never been more important to have your dining room in tip-top shape. Beyond the right dinnerware, seasonal decor, and (never quite enough) seating, there’s another detail worth considering: your wall color. Ideally, the dining room wall color should quietly support the atmosphere—not compete with it.  However, there … Read more

This Cozy Color Pairing Will Be in Every Home in 2026, Designers Say

If you’ve always been drawn to the colors of the natural world, you’re in luck, as earthy vibrancy is going to have a major moment in the near future. Officially coined by the designers Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum of The Brownstone Boys, the phrase “earthy vibrancy” refers to rich tones found in nature. Here, we explore the … Read more