1+ week, 19+ hour ago (288+ words) Rebecca has been creating compelling content for over ten years in the fast-paced news and lifestyle spaces. As a senior writer and reporter with Yahoo News and Yahoo Life, she covered everything from presidential elections to wellness trends to the quirky aspects of mental health and human behavior. "I have a strong appreciation for the architecture of the 1920s and 1930s " early modernism combined with meticulously detailed, restrained traditional styles," Ike told House Beautiful earlier this year. "There was a real sense of craftsmanship in those designs." From floors and wallpapers to doors and ceilings, bold geometric patterns were integral to the Art Deco style that emerged in the 1910s and lasted until the 1930s. Take inspiration from the Cubism movement, which had a major influence on Art Deco design, and select a large statement mirror in a sharp, angular shape; or choose wallpaper…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (349+ words) Emily has worked as a professional writer and designer since 2003. She was a design editor at Paste Magazine, covering stories ranging from handmade holiday gifts to the release of an R2D2 mini fridge. Renter's Genius DIY Completely Transforms Ugly Closet Doors: 'It Looks Amazing!' We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Somewhere between an auto body shop and a HGTV fever dream, a new TikTok trend has captured the millennial conundrum perfectly. "We're too broke to renovate, and too worried about our feeds to live with decor eyesores". Remember how your mom liked to put contact paper on the pantry shelves in the '90s? This is like that, but for those hideous floor-to-ceiling mirrored closet doors reflecting every pile of laundry, dirty dish, and unflattering angle back to you like a portal of doom. The concept is simple. Remove…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (267+ words) Brittany is an LA-based writer with over five years of experience writing for digital publications like Women's Health, Apartment Therapy, Well+Good, and more on a freelance basis. She covers topics on lifestyle, wellness, dating and relationships, and astrology but has included home and design to her arsenal of beats. The Rustic, Organic Look That Is Replacing The Farmhouse Furniture Trend If you spent any time watching HGTV, you'd be quick to recognize farmhouse decor (a signature of Joanna Gaines) as a popular decor trend in the mid-2010s for its cozy countryside atmosphere. Exposed wooden beams, deep farmhouse sinks, neutral color palettes, and organic materials dominated farmhouse decor, and for good reason. It favored warmth, simplicity, and function over the embellished or overly simplistic look that its more refined interior design counterparts, like minimalist or contemporary decor, do. While you might…...

6+ hour, 31+ min ago (269+ words) Jennifer is a third-culture kid, born in Scotland but raised in Rome, Italy where she attended an American international school. Living in Dubai, she worked as the health features writer for a lifestyle magazine, then as head of content at VeggieBuzz, an online platform dedicated to vegetarian food and lifestyle. How The Wellness Trend Is Changing The Way We View And Decorate Our Homes In what may come as a surprise to some, the wellness trend has become one of the biggest home-design drivers of the mid-2020s. It's clear from reports from both design publications and wellness institutions that people are no longer engaging just in small moments of self-care anymore " they're dedicating whole chunks of their home spaces to a calmer way of life. Search trends and real estate data alike point to a strong interest in wellness-focused upgrades. Heat…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (324+ words) Kathleen has been writing professionally for over a decade with lifestyle content being her favorite. She's worked as an editor for popular digital publishers, focusing on a wide variety of topics " from DIY projects and tiny houses to entertainment and parenting. Say Goodbye To Bathroom Clutter Eyesores With This Clever Dollar Tree DIY Oh, bathroom clutter. It can happen in the blink of an eye when you're getting ready, or it can slowly accumulate over time. Some of the biggest clutter-causing issues are being low on space and having too many products without a home. Even if you're able to ignore the mess on a day-to-day basis, it can be embarrassing when you have guests over. If you're looking to create additional storage and clean up those cluttered countertops, all you need to do is visit Dollar Tree. While the…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (280+ words) Yvonne began her career as a writer and editor in the early 2000s and has written on nearly every topic imaginable. An eternal learner with a passion for research and history, she has always enjoyed guiding people to interesting tourist destinations " including the fun they can discover in their own backyards. The Unassuming Type Of Vintage Glass At The Thrift Store That Can Be Valuable Glassware is highly collectible for some people, from Fenton glass to those old McDonald's character glasses. But it's not always the colorful or nostalgic childhood pieces that are worth investing in for a collection or reselling. Sometimes, the most unassuming glassware pieces are valuable and worth displaying in a unique way in your home. Or, it's the quirky finds that make the most unique decor. Laboratory beakers may not be the first thing that pops into…...

1+ week, 8+ hour ago (270+ words) As part of the House Digest team, Sakshi confidently explores home d'cor, design trends, and gardening. She is a full-time freelance content writer and editor passionate about research. 24 Beautiful Entryway Designs To Make A Stunning First Impression We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Your entryway is one of the first things your guests notice when they visit your home. So, it stands to reason that you'd want to make a good first impression. While keeping your foyer clean and free of clutter will have a positive impact, it's not enough to leave a lasting imprint on your visitors. The reason is simple. This is the basic minimum your guests expect, so they're rarely swayed by the effort you put in to maintain a neat and tidy hallway. But a beautiful entryway design will make a stunning…...

4+ day, 22+ hour ago (259+ words) Before fully dedicating herself to writing, Barb worked as an assistant resource librarian. There, she developed strong research skills and learned how to present trustworthy information clearly and effectively. 'Imagine Cleaning This': Homeowners React To Nightmare Fuel Half-Bath Reno Growing up in Seattle at the height of the rave era, I thought I had seen it all. Trust me when I say I've experienced many a psychedelic-inspired bathroom. I have witnessed homes that were occupied by bored goth 20-somethings expressing their personalities through Tim Burton-themed bedroom, living room, and kitchen d'cor. But nothing could have prepared me for what I witnessed on a Reddit post titled, "DIY All Mirrored Half-Bathroom, Floor to Ceiling" by this user. My first thought was, "I have so many questions." Let's just say, it feels like a portal to another dimension. And the internet be…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (597+ words) Lisa has been a writer her whole life, and a published writer for more than 20 years. Her first ever news article was published in the college newspaper in 2003 and appeared on the front page above the fold " the most prominent placement for any newspaper story " and she had not yet taken a single newswriting course. Nate Berkus Loves This 'Full-Function' Vintage Kitchen Design: 'For Sure A Favorite Of Mine' The interior design of "Downton Abbey" captivated audiences just as much as the storylines of its beloved characters. So much so, that the manor house has inspired trends in home design that borrow elegance from the plush upstairs, and functionality from the simplistic downstairs. HGTV star Nate Berkus absolutely adores the latter, and he borrowed some elements from the Downton kitchen for his own farmhouse in Portugal. "I love what I…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (255+ words) Emma has worked in journalism and content writing for more than five years. She got her start as a public radio reporter in Indiana and has since written for publications like PR Daily and the University of Denver Alumni Magazine. Is One Of Your Bathroom Design Essentials Outdated And Tired? We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Mirror, mirror, on the wall: Who's the fairest of them all? Well, no matter what your mirror says back to you when you're gazing upon your own reflection, that very same mirror may be making your bathroom seem dated and drab. Mirrors can be expensive, and you " or the person who previously inhabited your home " may have cut a couple corners in the bathroom by installing a smaller one. Swapping a small mirror for something big and bold could make…...