"Here's a myth about design. Contrary to what home-makeover shows might have you believe, there's no ta-da moment when a space is "done." Rather, we like designer Cassandra Ellis's idea that a home is "a long and rambling poem revealing someone's life," ever shifting, changing, and adapting to suit the needs of its inhabitants and reflect what they love. Ditto a garden."
"My resolution? Stick to tried-and-true basics and ignore the trends. We recently moved back to our house in Mill Valley, California, and it's still as fresh and easy as it was two decades ago. If you start with classics-some might even say 'boring' choices-you won't have to look back with regret. And you won't waste money on of-the-moment trends-hello, wildly patterned marble backsplashes, white boucle covered midcentury furniture, and brass fixtures and fittings everywhere. - Julie"
"I'm not color-averse, just color-shy, but this is the year I'd like to be more playful with my palette. Our home is dominated by neutral-hued floor coverings and furniture, with spots of color courtesy of artwork and pillows. I'm ready to turn up the color: perhaps a botanical wallpaper for the bedroom? Or a patterned Moroccan rug in lieu of our current ivory shag rug that I've come to loathe? Or maybe a new red armchair to replace the minimalist gray one that, if I'm honest, kinda gives American Psycho vibes? There will always be a place for neutrals in my home (I'm a New Yorker at heart), but I think what 2026 calls for is a little more boldness and bravery. - Fan"
A home does not reach a single finished state but functions as a long, rambling poem revealing someone's life, ever shifting and adapting. Living spaces and gardens require continual editing, maintenance, and occasional reinvention to reflect inhabitants' needs and loves. Practical resolutions include sticking to tried-and-true basics, avoiding fleeting trends, and starting with classic, durable choices that age well. Embracing bolder color choices can bring joy through wallpaper, rugs, or a distinctive armchair while retaining neutral anchors. Making room for joy also means culling extras and finally tackling long-postponed garden tasks.
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