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Where design theory meets daily life. Perspectives on creating spaces that work and the life that unfolds within them.
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The Real Math Behind Furnishing Your Home: A Designer's Guide to Setting Your Interior Design Budget
Create a realistic furnishing budget for your actual lifestyle. Discover what's worth splurging on (everyday essentials like sofas) versus where to save (trendy accessories), why a 20% buffer reduces stress, and how phasing purchases prevents overwhelm. Build a sophisticated space you love without financial anxiety.
A Serene New Mother’s Room Reborn After Arson
See how a church mother’s room was reborn after arson: cognac leather, brass sconces, an upcycled green dresser turned changing table, and linen roman shades create a calming, mid-century modern retreat designed for real life.