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Under The Covers With Steve Leung
International designer Steve Leung describes his ideal bedroom as calming, personal and cozy. His new collection for Theodore Alexander epitomizes the “luxury of serenity” and brings beauty to the… more
Steve Leung , Theodore Alexander
(Photo: Kim Sargent)
(Photo: Kim Sargent)
Last Look With Jeff Strasser
Wherever Jeff Strasser goes, design inspires him. The travel-loving Chief Creative Officer and Vice President of Interior Design at Marc-Michaels Interior Design Inc. in Winter Park, FL, is a master… more
Jeff Strasser , Marc-Michaels Interior Design Inc.
Photo: Brian Patrick Flynn
Photo: Brian Patrick Flynn
Lights! Camera! Design!
Producer-turned-interior-designer Brian Patrick Flynn knows what it takes to get good design on TV, and now he’s creating it himself. Discover the inspirations behind Flynn’s new collection for… more
Brian Patrick Flynn, Crystorama
Here's a behind-the-scenes look at Robin Baron's design inspiration for this Soho space. (Photo: Robin Baron Design Inc.)
Here's a behind-the-scenes look at Robin Baron's design inspiration for this Soho space. (Photo: Robin Baron Design Inc.)
Last Look with Robin Baron
No matter what project she’s taking on – a celebrity home, a new line of luxury home furnishings or a charitable cause – designer Robin Baron of Robin Baron Design Inc. exudes positive energy. Take a… more
Robin Baron , Robin Baron Design
high ceiling lighting solutions in a living room space
Ambient light comes from two locations in this living room: Linear LEDs are mounted on top of the horizontal beams, while additional runs are installed above the cantilever that runs along the perimeter of the room. The oversized pendant fixture makes the room feel cozier, while the table lamps create little islands of illumination. (Photo: Russell Abraham)
How Can I Properly Light a Space With High Ceilings?
Tip 1: Design and conquer Rooms with tall ceilings can be a gift…and sometimes they can be a pain in the butt. How do you make a voluminous room feel inviting? If you install accent lighting —… more
Mark Badgley and James Mischka
Mark Badgley and James Mischka give us a peek at their Old Hollywood-inspired Home Collection.
From Runway to Hallway
Duo Mark Badgley and James Mischka’s creations have been gracing the runway for decades, but now they’re moving into a new realm of design: furniture. Debuted at spring High Point Market, Badgley… more
Mark Badgley , James Mischka, Badgley Mischka Home Collection, High Point Market
Bed with blue bedspread designed by Ann Gish
Follow the numbers below to see Ann Gish's design process.
Last Look with Ann Gish
“Practical elegance” describes designer Ann Gish to a tee. Known for her detail and construction, Gish creates contemporary silk bedding, decorative pillows and tabletops that fit nearly any style.… more
Ann Gish
Living space designed by Marie Flanigan
Photo: Marie Flanigan
High Point Download
Let’s face it: High Point Market can be mind-boggling whether veteran or newbie. With so many products and trends, how do you make sense of it all when you get back home? We asked past Style Spotters… more
High Point Market, Marie Flanigan, Marie Flanigan Interiors, Meredith Heron, Meredith Heron Design, Arianne Bellizaire, Arianne Bellizaire Interiors, Malene Barnett, Malene B. Studio
Follow the numbers below to see Nathan Orsman's design process.
Follow the numbers below to see Nathan Orsman's design process.
Last Look with Nathan Orsman
Lighting designer Nathan Orsman has a unique talent for bringing intrigue to unproactive spaces. Here, the Australian-born designer walks us through his process of lighting this stately outdoor pool … more
Nathan Orsman, NEOZ
Kichler's Jeffrey Dross noticed trends - like this oil-rubbed bronze - seem to be moving faster in the lighting industry. Here's what that means for us.
Kichler's Jeffrey Dross noticed trends - like this oil-rubbed bronze - seem to be moving faster in the lighting industry. Here's what that means for us.
The Speed of Trends
I remember attending the KBIS tradeshow in 2010 and overhearing a joke. “Tuscany called, they want their kitchens back!” For 10 years, the Tuscan, Olde World look was radically popular and then,… more
Kichler, Jeffrey Dross, lighting trends
Create the perfect outdoor living space.
Create the perfect outdoor living space.
Outdoor Oasis
No longer is thoughtful decor relegated inside a home’s four walls. Patios and porches are now extensions of the interior, decorated as such with a new generation of stylish outdoor furniture and… more
Elissa Grayer , Nourison, Summer Classics, Kannoa , Libby Langdon, Northcape, Coyote Outdoor Living
Follow the numbers below to see how Sven Gustafson conceptualized this kitchen design.
Follow the numbers below to see how Sven Gustafson conceptualized this kitchen design.
Last Look with Stonewood LLC's Sven Gustafson
Minnesota high-end custom homebuilder Stonewood LLC incorporates smart technology into the majority of the 10 to 12 houses it builds each year. Here, peek inside one of the company’s latest projects… more
Stonewood LLC, Stonewood LLC, Savant, Miele, Studio M Interiors , Smart Homes
Nest smart home thermostat on green wall
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Smart Home, Smarter Designer
Technology that can be integrated into the home to make it safer or more convenient (or just cooler) is evolving rapidly. Here, interior designer Sharon Fox of Sharon Fox Designs dishes on her… more
Sharon Fox, Sharon Fox Designs, Amazon Alexa Voice Service, Lutron, Nest, Steamist, Video Doorbell
Kerrie Kelly sits on the back of her car with a few of her favorite products
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Kerrie Kelly's Go-To Bathroom Products
Though not traditionally viewed as the most glamorous room in the home, the bathroom has become a personal oasis — a haven for health, beauty and general rejuvenation. Here award-winning interior… more
Kerrie Kelly, Bathroom, Robern, LED mirror, Silestone, Albedo Countertop, TileBar, floor tile, Whyte & Company, bathroom sink
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