#interior-design

#interior-design

"He was not only a wonderful friend, but I learned from Geoffrey," Forristal says. "And then when I was still with Lorne, Geoffrey died."

It was the faceted pink counter tiles that first caught our attention. We also loved the cloud of flowers hovering over the café. And the lime-washed tranquility of the guest rooms crowned by century-old moldings. That was before we learned that Rotterdam's 14-room Hotel âme is beyond boutique: it's a mom-and-pop establishment owned and created by Angel Cheung-Kwok and Manfung Cheung. The couple purchased the 1867 building pre-pandemic and devoted years to shaping its new guise.

Choosing the right sofa is one of the most important purchases you're likely to make for your home. It's a major investment, and a piece of furniture you'll want to ensure can withstand years of binge-watching, snacking, entertaining and lazing about.

It's easy to achieve a sleek, polished look when you're working with chrome, and, thanks to its reflective nature, it can even help to brighten up your space and make it appear larger than it really is - particularly when combined with these modern lighting ideas. Pretty and practical, this durable finish is also long-lasting, making it a sensible option as well as an attractive one.

I'd see a galley kitchen in listing photos, with a narrow hallway with counters running down both sides, and immediately click to the next home. It seemed too small, and too closed-off. I had a vision for my kitchen. I wanted one of those bright, open cooking spaces where my people could gather around an island and where I'd have ample wiggle room to move about. A galley kitchen was the opposite of everything I thought I wanted.

It was a stressful time even though it was an amicable breakup,

Sometimes an item is just so good that you simply must buy multiples of it. Whether it's a set of wine glasses or the softest bath towels, every so often you find something that checks every box, and therefore you end the search for anything else in that category. Those special items are essential to pay attention to, because they're a testament to how much a shopper - especially someone you trust - values them.

After painting, Rosaline incorporated lots of artwork on the walls. When it comes to creating a gallery wall, she says there's lots of trial and error involved. "I use a lot of Command strips and let things sit for a day or two before I know whether I'm happy." Her other advice? Vary up size and texture. Rosaline loves mixing sculpture with painting and prints.

In their new shared weekend retreat, they rolled up their sleeves and brought the outdoors in, incorporating rocks from the property into kitchen cabinet hardware and recreating natural motifs with the finishes. "We went very literal with the design of a 'house in the woods.' It's almost a caricature of what a city person's view of the country is," Van Dusen says. Cheeky faux finishes played a big part in realizing that vision, as did cheerful color washing.

"My wife had zero professional experience, no schooling in that regard," said 93-year-old Wolozin who is now selling the home at 39 Indian Ridge Road for about $1 million (he says they bought it for just around $40,000). "She did the entire house, the entire interior design, the entire decor, and I humbly say she got a lot of very, very good marks over the years."

There's a reason a fresh paint job is so often recommended by designers as a first step in transforming a space: Painting a room can change not just the color, but also the whole vibe of the space. And if you use your paint right, it can even minimize flaws and call attention to assets. Take this clever paint trick recently posted by designer Orlando Soria on Instagram.

Don't pretend you've never had an Eloise-ian fantasy-living in a Plaza-like hotel, surrounded by the finest amenities, basking in a life of effortless luxury. (Minus, of course, the bathtub overflows and staff harassment.) That's more or less what global event planner Michelle Rago had in mind when decamping from her Manhattan apartment of 30 years to her dream home in Lambertville, New Jersey. Rago, who's constantly on the move for work-London, Cabo, and Brazil are next on her itinerary-says, "I've grown up in luxury hotels."

Singing about 381 Union Street, Allen explains: "Now I'm looking at houses with four or five floors / And you've found us a brownstone, said 'You want it? It's yours' / So we went ahead and we bought it / Found ourselves a good mortgage / Billy Cotton got sorted / All the furniture ordered / I could never afford this / You were pushing it forward / Made me feel a bit awkward."

If you're looking to create smart, modern, and contemporary lighting in your home, you should definitely consider LED skirting boards. They are the perfect choice for creating ambience in a room, meaning you can say goodbye to bright, harsh lighting. Getting your lighting design right will enhance your home's overall look and atmosphere, and LED skirting boards can play a key role in achieving this.

At the end of the day, designers say you should always trust your instincts if you find yourself gravitating toward a vintage piece. "It's all about personality and curation," says Kerrie Kelly, CEO and creative director of Kerrie Kelly Studio. "[Thrifted] pieces bring authenticity, craftsmanship, and a sense of story that new items often can't replicate. They allow you to create spaces that feel evolved over time, rather than purchased in a single afternoon."

If you need any proof that big things come in small packages, just look at a powder room. Though this small room doesn't have the most generous footprint - oftentimes, there's only enough room for a toilet and sink - it has the potential to be the perfect "jewel box" moment. You know, a place to take a step away from your home's typical aesthetic and think outside of the box.

Small kitchens may be limited on square footage - but that doesn't mean they must sacrifice on style and satisfying functionality. Whether you're working with a galley-style layout, a compact condo kitchen, or are living in a rental with limited storage, a little creativity and smart design choices go a long way. Even the tiniest kitchens feel practical and beautiful when you consider function first.

"You came in through the kitchen, which hadn't been touched probably ever. It had the old trim, moldings, and a floor that had collapsed, and the ceiling had holes," Santangelo says. "Of course, that was the room I loved."

"Canopy beds add an instant sense of charm and architecture to a space, creating a feeling of enclosure that's both playful and cozy," explains Cate Gutter, owner and principal designer at CWG Design in Charlotte, North Carolina. "I love how a canopy bed can anchor a room visually, while offering opportunities to layer pattern and texture in a way that feels intentional - but still lighthearted."

Throughout the house, textural and chromatic coherence is built on a palette of neutral tones, inspired by the home's location; Doodesign built in Bolognese reds while still respecting the owners' desire to avoid colors that are too bright. Beiges, earthy, and burnt tones create a soft range that imbues the room with a light warmth. The most colorful notes are found in the dining room, where deep blue cyanotypes by Irene Fiestas Contreras pick up

Althea McBride's Georgia home is an "Afro boho" oasis. Her living room and hallway walls are painted black, acting as a dramatic background to her many African sculptures and art. The dining room's burnt orange walls are decorated with vinyl records like Aretha Franklin's "Knew You Were Waiting: The Best Of Aretha Franklin 1980-1998" to Kendrick Lamar's "GNX." It's been a year since McBride bought her home, and outside a few hiccups, like a wasp infestation and disputes over property lines,

Happy weekend! Ahead: stationery stores, a wallpaper-in-film watch list, slow stitching, and more cozy pursuits. Read on: Above: ICYMI: Longtime Remodelista friends and prolific house flippers Amanda Pays and Corbin Bernsen know how to design a kitchen-and set up a stellar bar. For evidence, take a look at 6 Favorite Country Kitchens by Amanda and Corbin. Photograph by Tim Beddow from Open House by Amanda Pays and Corbin Bernsen, by permission of Gibbs Smith.

If you've ever stared at a tin of paint wondering whether to keep your skirting board ideas white or match them to your wall colour, you're not alone.

Summertime in Maine gets all the glory, but there's something truly enchanting about Vacationland on the cusp of fall, especially Mount Desert Island. By early September, the throngs of hikers along the oft-packed trails of Acadia National Park have thinned, the lines at popular lobster joints like Abel's and Beal's are mercifully short, and the rocky beaches are blissfully crowd-free, leaving plenty of room for leisurely walks and tide pooling.

Beyond work, I'm passionate about architecture, climate resilience, and plants - interests that also influence the way I shape and live in my space,

Bernard Bijvoet and Pierre Chareau's 1932 Maison de Verre in Paris inspired Flack's use of glass blocks as structure in this project, which marks his studio's first foray into architectural design. (The team now has seven other architecture projects in the works). Inside the day-lit extension-which hosts the living room, kitchen, and a powder room-and throughout the home, he made design moves that add a glowing feel.

Australia's tiny house movement has found its perfect ambassador in the Harper, a stunning 20-square-meter dwelling that redefines what small-scale living can be. Created by Gold Coast-based Black Clay, this compact home proves that downsizing doesn't mean downgrading when it comes to style and comfort. The Harper stretches eight meters long and 2.5 meters wide, built on a robust triple-axle steel trailer designed for full transportability. What immediately strikes visitors is the exterior's sophisticated blend of curved Decobatten aluminum and Colorbond steel cladding.

Some interior designers I love are Beata Heuman, Heidi Caillier, Jessica Helgerson, Billy Cotton, Hageman Homes & Interiors, Giancarlo Valle. Nickey Kehoe is also a big one. I love stopping by their NYC store. All the people that work there are the nicest people-it's like I'm going to hang out with my friends at this beautiful house. Their household stuff is great for elevated basics. In my neighborhood I also love Porta and Primary Essentials.

The optimistic 1980s were quite the eccentric decade. It was the era of leg warmers, vigorous aerobics, and some of the most iconic movies ever made. It was also the time of kooky and opposing kitchen design trends. On one side were the brown-centered kitchens, still reminiscent of the '70s, embracing consistency and earthy tones. On the other side of the spectrum were kitchens exploding with funky neon colors. In the middle stood country-style white kitchens with bold pops of color.