Decorating & Design

Cottages

Find Your Cottage Style: 20+ Colorful Country Decorating Ideas

A classic nautical blue and white scheme for the cottage? We get it! But add a dollop of pink or hit of chartreuse, and everything gets shaken up like a summer tiki cocktail — and the results are about as hard to resist. Let’s tour some cottages that aren’t shy about…

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Floral Designer Tulipina Shares How To Make A Breathtaking Bouquet

Learn how to artfully build a magnificent magenta arrangement.

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Ask A Designer: How To Design A Bedroom With A Bold Rug

In this Ask A Designer column, Joel Bray shares his ideas for decorating a bedroom anchored by a striking rug. Question: The large Bokhara rug in our bedroom is quite overwhelming and I’m not sure how to incorporate it into the decor. What color scheme, nightstands and lighting do you…

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Tommy Smythe’s Tips On How To Buy Art

Designer Tommy Smythe shares his secrets for buying valuable and meaningful art. When it comes to art, I’m often asked, “Where do I start?” Though there’s no one answer to that question, the advice I often offer is, why not try attending a charity auction? Yes, the world of fine…

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8 Ways To Save Money On Your Next Renovation

Designers Reena Sotropa and Alanna Dunn and of Reena Sotropa In House Design Group in Calgary break down the cost of a glamorous showhome in our June budget issue. For homeowners contemplating a custom build, or renovation, they share insider info on how to save money, without losing any…

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15 Happy Decorating Ideas To Spark Joy At Home

Say yes to pattern, color and little pick-me-ups to lift the spirits.

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It’s Antiquing Season! Learn How To Shop Vintage Like A Pro

Learn the best decor to score secondhand.

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15 Designer Color Combinations To Help You Find Your Perfect Palette

Go beyond the expected for a truly spectacular space.

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See Stunning Spaces By House & Home’s Masters Of Decorating With Color

Get inspired by their fearless style.

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This Budget-Friendly Fireplace Makeover Delivers Vintage Charm In Spades

Get an inside look at the design process.

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5 Ways To Decorate With Velvet At Home

From the catwalk to the home front, velvet is the “it” fabric of the moment. And with so many sumptuous colors and applications — think crushed velvet pillows or eye-catching upholstered walls — there are few places this alluring textile isn’t right at home. Click through for…

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Do You Share A Decorating Obsession With A Top Designer?

Find out what 10 pros can't get enough of, including Sarah Richardson!

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How House & Home Editors Prep Their Homes For Spring

Welcome the warm weather in style.

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3 Reasons To Decorate With Clashing Patterns Like Kelly Wearstler

L.A. designer Kelly Wearstler gave the new San Francisco Proper hotel a trendsetting mix of clashing patterns in its guest rooms, restaurants and lobby. Here’s why you should consider bringing the look home — and how to master the mix! 1. It’s a classic designer trick. Already well-known for her bold…

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Color Crush: 15+ Reasons To Decorate With Purple

Whether painted boldly on the walls or used sparingly as an accent hue, purple feels fresher than ever since Pantone named Ultra Violet their 2018 Color Of The Year. To highlight this regal hue’s versatility and style, we’ve compiled our favorite spaces that feature everything from the softest…