Texas certainly knows how to do it large. When the team at Southern Living started scoping out properties to take on a remodel of epic proportions, they looked no further than the Lone Star State. Austin, specifically, was chosen as the 2018 Idea House location for Southern Living magazine. The dream team selected to tackle the project consisted of […]

Are you looking for some inspiration to spruce up your living space? Search no further! Here is an archival collection of design articles exploring everything from accessorizing a room to adding the perfect plant.   A Room-by-Room Look at the Psychology of Color  Tackling an at-home paint job requires the typical supplies of brushes, tape […]

Every bibliophile knows just how valuable books are; they expand perspectives, deliver peace and comfort, and can transport a reader to anywhere in the world in just a few seconds flat. In addition to stimulating the mind, books can also significantly enhance decor in limitless ways. A lot of people might transition to digital reading devices because they […]

From their narrow shape to their typical lack of natural light, hallways pose quite a few challenges when it comes to creating beautiful designs. However, your hallways are incredibly important components of your home design. Not only do they receive a lot of foot traffic, but they function as transitional spaces, so they are an opportunity to create stylish fluidity […]

Settling down to read never gets old. However, searching the house for a quiet, comfortable place to read can be tedious. Why not create a cozy reading nook where you can escape with your favorite tomes? Finding a Space A reading space could be potentially anywhere. It might be an alcove in the living room, a […]

Designing the interior of your home is no easy feat. There is a seemingly endless range of styles to ponder, trends to adopt or refuse, and aesthetic leanings to consider. And most of the time, you simply have to use your imagination to picture how it will look in your home and hope that everything […]

A transition to working from home offers individuals flexibility and ease on a daily basis. However, establishing a new normal requires discipline and structure. While at home, here are a few tips to help you be productive and maintain balance.    Establish Your Morning Routine Just because you are not physically entering your workplace does […]

Planning an outdoor kitchen can be a little daunting, but with so many options to choose from, it can also be a lot of fun. Whether you are creating an outdoor space as part of new construction or you are enhancing an existing building, an outdoor kitchen extends the living areas of your home and […]

You cannot spell “refund” without “fun,” and that certainly applies to good ol’ tax time, too. If you are looking for quick and easy ways to use up the tax refund from the IRS on home décor, the obvious choices are things like buying a new sofa or dining table or repainting some walls. You […]

Many homeowners have special places for four-legged family members throughout the home, from beds and climbing towers to playpens and “catios” (small screened-in patios for cats that are installed in windows). Why not kick it up a notch with their own bathing station, as well? While a pet washing station is made specifically for the […]

Gone are the days of the universal, one-size-fits-all office desks. Varied in style and design, your desk can express just as much personality as your business. Sleek, modern, industrial, retro – no matter what your style is, you can have a custom desk that makes a big statement in your office space and says everything […]

Accessories are the finishing touch of a well-decorated home. Knowing how to use them to finish the design is something you can learn, even without being an HGTV star.

This article considers the impact of color psychology in respect to home interiors. With an interview and photos from Houston-based Marie Flanigan Interiors, readers will be enlightened to find color ideas for common interior spaces.

While the written theories, history, and explanations on interior design could easily fill a library, there are many terms often used when it comes to home décor. With the prevalence of home décor shows and publications available to help anyone achieve their perfect, dream-home aesthetic, terms get thrown around that can be confusing, and even incorrect.

Like with most things, it can be immensely helpful to bring in a professional for guidance about how to remake spaces in our homes that are both trendy and classic. When it comes to interior designers, Texas boasts some of the best. Far from creating stereotypical all-white, completely unlivable rooms, these designers work tirelessly to create gorgeous custom spaces for their clients to revel in, show off, and enjoy. Some of the best designers in the state have given us a peek at what they foresee as 2019’s top home trends.