7 Trendy Paint Colors for Every Room in 2026, According to Designers

With 2026 just around the corner, the paint colors rising to the top of designers’ lists have one thing in common: they’re warm, bold, and inspired by the natural tones that help a home feel calm and lived-in. While earthy neutrals remain in favor, these seven trendy paint colors go beyond a standard creamy white or sandy beige. If you’re … Read more

6 Flooring Colors You Should Never Splurge on—This Designer Says They Just Look Tacky

Choosing a floor color is trickier than it seems. Floors set the tone for a room, and with so many shades to choose from—and no easy “undo” like with paint—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Luckily, some colors are instant passes. We asked a design-savvy pro which shades consistently make a space feel dated or tacky. … Read more

We Asked Designers Which Paint Colors They Use Again and Again—7 They Can’t Stop Using

Interiors may be personal, but some paint colors are just so good that designers come back to them over and over again. The same shade might give a different space a different feel, and we wanted to know which ones designers can’t step away from. If you’re curious what they are, we asked three interior designers what … Read more

We Asked Designers Which Paint Colors They Use Again and Again—7 They Can’t Stop Using

Pairing multiple colors together in a room is a challenge, whether you’re thinking about wall paint, linens, pillows, or rugs. Designers often use bold, stunning unexpected color combos successfully in their projects, but they do indeed cite a few color combos as no-gos that just read as tacky and outdated. Below, three interior designers share the color combos … Read more

We Asked Designers for the First Thing They Add to a Home To Make It Feel More Welcoming—and We’re Doing This ASAP

Cozy homes are often layered with collected pieces. While not one item alone has the power to make a home more warm and inviting, sometimes all it takes to tip the scale is a single accessory. When you finally figure out the missing piece, the difference is night and day. You may even suddenly find … Read more

We Asked Hosts for the Last Thing They Do Before a Party Starts—We Wish We Knew This Sooner

Hosting can be stressful, especially during the holiday season. There are so many details and preparations to get right, and no matter how much you plan, there’s always a hiccup. Either way, it’s important to know the right order of operations, so you don’t lose your head—or worse, end up with cold food. We asked … Read more