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5 Mistakes That Make Your Living Room Feel 'Loud' — And How to Remedy Them for a Little More Visual Quiet

It's more than just clutter that's causing the chaos

Livingetc · Aug 18

A Hudson's Bay Blanket Might Have Been The Starting Point For This Lakeside Home — But There's Not a Cabin-Core Cliche in Sight

Designed to emulate the vibe of a cabin, this home near Lake Michigan harnesses the adventurous spirit of life outdoors

Livingetc · Aug 16

5 Summer Tablescaping Trends That Are Easy to Recreate and Will Instantly Elevate Your Hosting This Season

News flash: a central vase of flowers just won't cut it anymore when it comes to dressing a table for guests

Livingetc · Jul 3

We Asked a Top Interior Designer for Her Black Friday Shopping Cart, and, Yes, It's What Dreams Are Made Of

She's one of the most stylish people we know, so it's no surprise that her Black Friday wish list is full of covetable and well-curated modern classics

Livingetc · Nov 22, 2024

7 rules designers always follow to find the best exterior paint for your home

From looking at the home's surroundings to factoring in the light, these are the rules designers follow to make sure they're always picking the best exterior paint

Homes & Gardens · May 13, 2024

Shea McGee's Pantry Color Choice Might Seem Controversial — But Here's Why Designers Love it

You might question painting a small space like a pantry this color, but it's something designers love for to elevate your kitchen

Livingetc · Feb 24, 2024

How Can I Make a Shaker Kitchen Feel More Modern? 5 Twists to Make This Classic Style Feel Fresh

This kitchen cabinetry classic might be timeless, but there are ideas interior designers are choosing for a more modern look

Livingetc · Feb 13, 2024

6 Things That are Making Your Kitchen Look Cheap, and How to Fix Them According to Designers

Kitchen not giving the luxurious feel you want from it? One of these 6 common pitfalls might be making it feel less expensive than it actually is

Livingetc · Feb 6, 2024

"The Kitchen Trend We Didn't Know We Needed" — 11 Incredible Extractor Hoods That Need to Be Seen to Be Believed

A beautiful extractor hood idea is the crowning glory for a kitchen design, and these 11 each elevate their respective schemes

Livingetc · Feb 4, 2024

Paint Ideas for Walls — 29 Inspiring Ways Designers Use Paint in Modern Homes

These paint ideas for walls are clever, inexpensive, and a simple way to transform the look of your home

Livingetc · Oct 13, 2022