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Michelle and Barack Obama's Pre-White House Home Is a Lesson in Styling a Rare, Nature-Inspired Color Combination

Decades before D.C, the couple perfected a sophisticated sanctuary using vibrant colors and warm wood

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Drew Barrymore's Accent Chair Presents an Alluring Twist on The Romantic Color Trend All the Chicest People Are Buying in 2026

A new swivel chair from the actress' Beautiful collection at Walmart is the perfect, affordable choice for warming up a living room

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7 things that are making your bedroom look dated – here's how to fix them for 2026 and beyond

Design experts explain what looks are out and what looks are in

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Bette Midler's Jewel-Toned New York Living Room Made The Case for a Controversial Sofa Color in 1975 – Now, It's 2026's New Neutral

Who's afraid of purple? The actress's 70s living room showed exactly how to make the bold color look chic and elegant, never clownish

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Pamela Anderson Shows How a Few Unexpected Design Choices Can Turn a Bathroom Into the Coziest Space in the Home

Bathroom design shouldn't be an afterthought – this space is a masterclass in using small tweaks for a washroom you'll never want to leave

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Butter Yellow Can Look Too Gen Z, But Glenn Close's 1987 Living Room Sofa Shows How To Make It Timeless

Pastel yellows can be incredibly trendy, but used properly, they look stylish forever – Glenn's '80s apartment is a masterclass in using them in 2026

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David Bowie's '70s Jacquard Sofa Predicted the Anti-Trend Look Dominating Our Living Rooms in 2026

A peek into David Bowie's living room from 1972 demonstrates that more is more – it's the same look we're taking guidance from this year

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Bernadette Peters's '90s Living Room is a Masterclass in Styling a Red Sofa So it Doesn't Overwhelm a Space

Opting for a red sofa may seem bold, but the actress showed how to make it a subtle accent piece that brightens rather than drags down

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Lena Dunham's Unexpected Kitchen Color Palette Transforms A Tiny Space into A Bijou Jewelbox – These Expansive Shades Are Trending for 2026

Green, blue, and yellow are an unusual mix in the kitchen, but they make a bold impact in Lena's Connecticut cottage – they're a testament to teal tones

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Elton John's Sunny 2000s Living Room Hints at Where The Butter Yellow Trend Is Headed Next – Gold Fabric Will be Everywhere in 2026

As the trend cycle ticks on, we're looking to 2003 for what's upcoming, and the singer's London living room is full of ideas on returning color

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Serena Williams’ Built-in Shelves Transform a White Wall Into a Design-Led Statement – It’s the Underrated Update Every Home Needs

An innovatively shaped built-in shelf adds color, dimension, and interest to the tennis star's living room – it's the perfect low lift solution

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Khloé Kardashian's Poolside Patio Furniture Infuses Her Mediterranean Garden With Timeless Charm – And Her Look Is Highly Replicable

Subtly luxurious outdoor furniture transforms Khloé Kardashian's Martyn-Lawrence-Bullard-designed patio into a cozy oasis – here's why it works

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Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott’s Relaxed Backyard Is a Minimalist’s Dream – It Marks Summer 2026’s Biggest Landscaping Pivot

Goodbye, maximalist clutter, hello, relaxed and serene sanctuaries – this stunning backyard is setting the definitive minimalist trend for summer 2026

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Freddie Mercury Perfected Clashing Back in the 1970's – Designers Say 'Contrast, Rhythm and Restraint' Are the Secret to Making it Chic in 2026

A clear color palette and attention to scale will ensure your pattern-adorned space looks cohesive, not cluttered

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Brights Are Okay, But Earthy Tones Rule in Whitney Cummings' Jake Arnold-Designed Living Room – it's Pure Tranquility

Muted hues, organic textures, and natural materials bring a peaceful energy to the actress's LA home

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Bye, White Paint! Anne Hathaway Embraces 'Wood Drenching' Instead – It's the Modern Take on Arts and Crafts Style That Designers are Loving Right Now

2026 is seeing a shift towards natural materials and warm interiors, and the actress's 'storybook' home was an early pioneer – here's how to recreate her look

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I Found the Perfect Farmhouse Dining Room Set to Recreate Erin Napier’s Charmingly Rustic Look – It’s Solid Wood, Family-Sized, and Affordable

Stop the search, this 6-seater dining table and chairs set is all you need to create a homely entertaining space like Erin Napier

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Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne's Red 2000s Living Room Had Warmth, Energy, and a Playful Edge – 20 Years Later, The Dazzling Color Is Trending Again

An archival image of the heavy metal pioneer's living room in 2006 shows a space defined by cherry reds and wood tones – and the tone is a 2026 trend

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Tour Ringo Starr's '80s Living Room: A Houndstooth Sofa, Abstract Art, and Wooden Accents Encapsulate The Joys of Analog Living

Archival images of the Beatles drummer, Ringo Starr, in his home in 1981 show a space replete with personality and styled imperfections – and the look is trending for 2026

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Jackie Kennedy's Chic '70s Library Was Bathed in Indian and Indonesian Prints – In 2026, Her Global, Pattern-Maxed Look is Back

As archival photographs from 1973 show, no surface went unpatterned in Jackie Kennedy's library – and experts say the 'drenched' look is back this year

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A neutral living room doesn’t have to be boring – 18 ways to create a stylish and interesting neutral lounge

The top expert-recommended neutral living room ideas to make a neutral scheme chic, cosy and anything but boring

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Cream Sofas Are Fine, but Rhea Seehorn’s Moss Green Alternative Feels So Much Chicer – It’s All I Want in My Living Room in 2026

After her Golden Globes win, Rhea's moss sofa has us rethinking neutrals – here’s why this chic, grounding hue is the living room statement of the year

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Martha Stewart’s Unexpected Thanksgiving Tablescape Color Combo Blends Luxury and Natural Elements for Stunning Earthen Glamour – Replicable from Just $6

Leafy greens and bright gold accessories come together on Martha Stewart's dining table for a stylish, but timeless design that's simple to recreate

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Zooey Deschanel and Johnathan Scott's Rich Bedroom Color Scheme is Both Regal and Soothing – It's Ideal for Creating a Calm Yet Indulgent Space

Navy, burgundy, and bright yellow create a cozy, cocooning atmosphere in the actor's New York bedroom, proving jewel tones are back

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Nina Dobrev adds character to her neutral living room with this 'perennially popular' color combination – and it's easy to get her look from $9

Looking to brighten your warm neutral living room? The Vampire Diaries actor has unlocked the secret, and design experts say it will never go out of style

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