The biggest summer 2026 design trend isn't about a specific color or furniture style — it's all about personality, about showing who you are through your space. Whether that means displaying your favorite books, layering art or travel photos you've collected over the years, embracing bold color, or filling an empty corner with a dramatic indoor tree, this season is all about creating a home…
Kitchen renovations are no small undertaking — they’re a major investment, which is why it’s worth thinking twice before committing to fleeting trends, especially for expensive elements like cabinetry, countertops, and appliances. (Case in point: I still don’t have a backsplash five years later because I can’t commit!) Of course, if you genuinely love a look, go for it. But kitchens can start…
Jackie Kosnett and Martina Biegel, principals of Galerie Design + Build, redesigned a 1920s Spanish home in one of Venice’s most charming pockets. It’s long been a magnet for creatives and design lovers (even Bradley Cooper once lived across the street), but still feels private, low-key, and has that California coastal energy. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath space balances old-world charm—think…
British-born designer Sam Donnelly of L.A. design firm Mercantile and Merchant is redefining what “family-ready” looks like. Her latest project—a fully gut-renovated five-bedroom home in Studio City for two young creatives expecting their first child—strikes the perfect balance between elevated and totally livable.
Expanding the footprint by over 1,500 square feet, Sam preserved the home’s…
My love for home decor started with my mom, who somehow always made our home feel both stylish and comforting. To this day, our spaces look eerily similar—we inspire each other by sharing ideas, color palettes, and little design finds. It’s our shared language, a way we stay connected no matter what.
So for every mom who’s created that same sense of warmth and care, these Mother’s Day decor…
It’s officially dinner party season, and we’re moving way past basic white plates. This year, it’s all about the 'fancy tablescape'—think layered textures, vintage-inspired stoneware, and glassware that actually feels like art. From botanical maximalism to 'washed-on-shore' minimalism, we’ve rounded up the 2026 trends that will make your spring hosting feel just a bit more elevated. Grab a…
Living in a cramped Manhattan apartment, I’ve learned that kitchen clutter doesn't just pile up—it takes over. I used to spend hours scrubbing and tidying just to keep the mess at bay, and honestly? It was exhausting. But you don’t need a massive renovation to find some breathing room. These simple home decor updates will trick the eye into making your kitchen feel airy, elegant, and—most…
Trend fatigue is real. After years of microtrends, viral aesthetics, and algorithm-driven “must-haves,” 2026 is shaping up to be the year of stepping back. Instead of chasing what’s new in your scroll every five minutes, homeowners are leaning into spaces that feel calming, personal, and designed to last.
Graber’s 2026 Trend Update captures this shift perfectly, highlighting three defining…
On the hunt for a new sofa? I’ve been scouring for nearly a year now, and this is obviously not a casual purchase. A sofa is an investment, the kind that requires far more thought than you initially expect.Your sofa sets the tone for your entire living room, quietly stating whether your space feels elevated and intentional or slightly off. Size, color, comfort, texture, all of it matters.
In…
Trend cycles move fast — sometimes so fast that what felt fresh a year ago can suddenly make a space feel stuck in the past. But designers aren’t just declaring certain looks “over.” In many cases, they’re responding to a larger shift in how people want their homes to feel: calmer, more personal, and less driven by fleeting aesthetics.
Today, there’s a noticeable move away from overly…