Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

But cultural influences like those aside, your favorite color carries meaning about you, and that meaning can translate into your home. Color choice can indicate some of a person's traits, attitudes ...

Finding a paint color is tricky in and of itself, but painting a kid’s room adds another complicated layer to the design process. Now, it’s you and your little design assistant’s opinions both being ...

Editor’s Note: In Sanctuaries, a new CNN Style series, top experts share interior design tips for creating calming and inspirational home spaces. How do colors make us feel? This question has guided ...

Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to ...

First, select colors from objects in your living room. “Take a pillow from the family-room sofa, your favorite tie or scarf, or a painting — anything that conveys comfort or has an emotional ...

Many people choose to renovate their homes from time to time, but some may end up regretting their decisions if the results don't match their expectations. One DIY enthusiast has revealed why she ...

You may have decorated your home according to feng shui, the traditional Chinese practice of arranging your home's furniture and decor to promote harmony, balance and peace. The way you decorate your ...

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But now after spending a few years putting her touch on the space, she describes the style as "coastal Connecticut meets Austin Powers meets Topanga Canyon." Credit: Alex Scott Credit: Alex Scott "I ...

Old money style guru Kiki Astor insists there is just one truly elegant shade for bedroom walls – and it is neither white nor blue. Her bold TikTok claim is igniting a debate on what quiet luxury ...