An Experienced Designer Names 6 Items She Would Never Buy

Make the best use of available space by growing plants in hanging pots.

Christmas is only a few month away, and falling back on the same decor as last year (or even the past five years) is oh-so-boring. Instead, try bringing some new style into your holiday decor. 

It's easy to get in a festive mood when you see your local shops decorated to the nines or watch your favorite holiday movies on repeat. But you don’t necessarily want your home to look like said shops or movies.

With 2023 coming to a close, many designers are already looking ahead to the New Year to predict the home and interior design trends that will be popular in 2024. One space of particular interest is the bathroom. 

Autumn presents the perfect conditions for creating a gorgeous fall tablescape. You might be interested in conjuring a dreamy spread for a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving meal, or perhaps you're after a few new options to embrace the cozy season.

It's time to get out the holiday decorations and turn your home into a festive winter wonderland. If you’re in need of some new or updated holiday decor this year, let the experts help. Interior designers have extensive knowledge and expertise when it comes to sourcing stylish and affordable decor, and the holidays are no exception. 

Whether you’re considering a full kitchen renovation—so long, rickety cabinets and outdated backsplash—or simply need to stock up on a few essential kitchen tools, there’s no getting around it: kitchens are expensive.  Not every aspect of your kitchen needs to blow your budget, though. We tapped two interior designers, both with extensive kitchen experience, to spill the kitchen items they say aren’t worth the splurge.  “There are so many choices when it comes to outfitting a kitchen, with just as many price points to choose from,” according to interior designer Kristina Phillips. “Most would agree that countertops and appliances are worth spending money on, but there are a few items that don't need splurging to be effective.” Read on for their recommendations, both big and small—your budget will thank you. 

It's clear that there are many interior design trends that stand the test of time and show up year after year, but there are many that don't. With the year coming to an end, we asked a handful of interior pros which trends they want to say goodbye to in 2024—and their answers might surprise you. Our biggest takeaways? Excessive neutrals and minimalism are out.

You likely have your list of go-to retailers to turn to when it comes to shopping for holiday decor, but we have a few more resources for you to add to your list. Make note that many stores have fantastic holiday offerings in the kids' section, which happen to be quite chic for adult spaces, too—seriously, these picks are more than worth a look.

When it comes to interior design, contrast is often used for visual appeal, whether it is a mix of textures, colors, or shapes. One of the sharpest styles showcasing contrast—and most enduring—is the use of black and white design.

With how often tastes and trends change, there’s no shame in wanting to switch up the look of your living space. But sometimes, it's difficult to identify what exactly makes your home feel dated.

From color trends to bedroom design trends, tile trends, and more, designers and home experts are using their expertise to give us the low-down on what we can expect to see in 2024. As an integral component of every home, lighting trends are not to be forgotten in that list.