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16.09.2023 - 11:23 / thespruce.com
When it comes to designing a space, there are certain items that seem to get all the attention. In the living room, it's most likely the sofa, while in the bedroom it's no surprise that a well-designed, comfortable bed is important for a functional, beautiful space. But what about those underrated furniture pieces—the ones that add character, storage, ease, or some vintage charm? We sat down with designers to learn about the underrated furniture pieces they swear by.
What's not to love about an ottoman with storage? Jenny Williamson of West Rose Design views them as a staple in most of her designs because of their versatility.
«They provide additional seating and a place to stack other items,» Williamson says. «They're also typically lightweight and can be easily moved.»
Whether you live in a new-build or a turn-of-the-century home, there's nothing like a grand antique piece to infuse both a sense of personality and history. Caroline Dedeker of Cedar & Oak recently sourced an antique bar for a client and it's one of the most talked about pieces in their home.
«A bar provides effortless functionality between two spaces without there having to be an actual separation,» she says. «Sourcing a timeless bar piece that adds character and storage is a win-win in our book.»
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While a distinctive console table may feel impossible to find, Taylor Shanahan of Redmond Aldrich Design is always on the hunt for the perfect one.
«We are constantly [looking] for consoles to live behind a sofa, in a living room, or next to the entryway as a drop-zone,» Shanahan says. «In another life, I would probably own a shop that only sells consoles.»
For Jessica Neilas of Thoughtform Design Build and Wolfe, there is
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Is there a gardener anywhere who wouldn’t appreciate a beautiful space designed specifically to keep maintenance requirements realistic and manageable? I recently designed such a landscape for a client who wanted to replace her front lawn with a garden where her family of six could play, socialize, and gather with their large circle of relatives and friends. The goal was to strike a balance between beauty and ease of care, since she wanted to maintain the space without hiring outside help. The design we came up with is an excellent example of a hardworking landscape that looks great but does not require hours of labor or a crew of landscapers to keep it that way. As a bonus, the new garden requires about half the water that the turfgrass did.
Open-concept kitchens are wonderful for flexibility between rooms—for example, you can cook an amazing pasta dish in the kitchen and migrate right to the couch to eat it. But, if you're a bit stumped as to how you should decorate your open kitchen so that it looks top-notch, we have you covered.
Decor styles like modern farmhouse and cottagecore are classic for a reason, and they're not going anywhere anytime soon. So it's not too surprising that a more rustic version of these aesthetics is gaining popularity: Appropriately deemed farmcore, the trending style inspired by slow-country living gives a more earthy, rural feel to your space. While not as mainstream as other nature-inspired looks just yet, you're about to see it take over homes everywhere—big cities included. Here's how to get ahead of the trend.
Whether you're a longtime plant parent or are just beginning to introduce some green friends into your home, it's worth knowing which indoor houseplants deserve your attention.
If you crave a home that appears a bit more elevated, keep in mind that there are many ways that you can restyle items that you already own to make your house look and feel brand new.
Determining where to start your paint color journey can be daunting no matter the shade, but when it comes to kitchen cabinetry, taking a bird’s eye view is essential. That's why we were totally intrigued reading a new report from Living Spaces, which noted that one of 2023's most popular kitchen cabinet colors in the U.S. was bolder than we expected: alongside white, blue was tied for second among most states.
Plenty of things stand out in every beautiful interior design photo: a well-styled room, gorgeous furniture, and cohesive color palettes. But if you scroll through the living room, sitting room, and even bedroom photos, you might notice one common thing that is missing: a television.
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This year was a whirlwind of earthy colors, TikTok micro-aesthetics, moody spaces, and bold and innovative design choices. And while summer is only just barely behind us, the design world already has its sights set on the New Year and the trends we can expect to see in 2024.
If autumn is one of your favorite times of the year, you probably feel a natural urge every September 1st to start decking the halls for fall. It's always a good idea to put extra thought into your new purchases so you can make wise decisions on your decor investments. So before you add the velvet plush pumpkins or salted caramel candles to your cart, take a minute to hear what these designers have to say. Here, they share half a dozen fall trends that they recommend skipping.