Getting a fresh start in the new year starts in our own homes. Rooms can be revitalized with a minimum of time and, in many cases, improvements don’t have to cost a great deal. This powder room designed by Margaret Skinner is proof that a few small changes can transform a space.
Design Tips

Monday, November 30, 2020
Scale & Proportion
In interior design, size does matter. Just because a piece can be squeezed into a space doesn’t mean that it belongs there. Scale and proportion are paramount.

Monday, November 2, 2020
Dining Rooms, Entertaining & Recipes
November kicks off the holiday entertaining season, with Thanksgiving right around the corner. Three design pros offer entertaining tips and show how to create a dining room that’s comfortable yet sophisticated, such as this colorful space designed by Cynthia Evans.

Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Some Bright Ideas
The days are getting noticeably shorter and Daylight Saving Time ends Nov. 1, so it’s the perfect time to focus on lighting.

Monday, August 31, 2020
Rest Easy
In September, as vacations wind down and our work and school schedules become more structured, getting a restful eight hours of sleep is important. But a good night’s slumber isn’t only about a comfortable mattress and high-thread-count sheets.

Monday, August 3, 2020
Creating Work/Study Spaces at Home
These days, more people are working from home, at least some of the time, and many students are dividing their time between in-person and online classes.