How to Use Bold Colors Without Overwhelming a Space

How to Use Bold Colors Without Overwhelming a Space

Let’s face it: color can be intimidating. One moment you’re calmly admiring your minimalist beige living room, the next you’re questioning why your new “emerald accent wall” looks like a neon forest exploded in your apartment. For those of us with an eye for style—and...
How to Personalize Your Space Without Overcrowding It

How to Personalize Your Space Without Overcrowding It

The Art of Making It Yours—Without Making It a Yard Sale with Walls Let’s face it: we all want a home that reflects who we are. But sometimes, in the noble pursuit of self-expression, we end up with something that looks less like “curated charm” and more like “Etsy...
Minimalist vs. Maximalist Interiors: Which Style Fits You Best?

Minimalist vs. Maximalist Interiors: Which Style Fits You Best?

Are You “Less is More” or “More is Never Enough”? In the world of interior design, there are two types of people: The Minimalists, who believe in negative space, clean lines, and owning only one (perfect) chair… And The Maximalists, who believe in bold layers,...
The Art of Accessorizing: What Works and What to Skip

The Art of Accessorizing: What Works and What to Skip

Interior Design Tips for the Bold, the Baffled, and the Beltway Chic Let’s be honest. Accessorizing your home is a bit like dressing up a salad. Too few toppings and it’s boring. Too many and suddenly your romaine is buried under a chaotic pile of candied walnuts,...
Interior Design Mistakes to Avoid (And What to Do Instead)

Interior Design Mistakes to Avoid (And What to Do Instead)

The Washington, D.C. area is known for many things: politics, cherry blossoms, sweltering summers, and historic charm. But when it comes to interior design, we often find our homes lie at the intersection of tradition and modernity—with a healthy dash of accidental...
Small Space, Big Impact: Design Tricks for Compact Living Areas

Small Space, Big Impact: Design Tricks for Compact Living Areas

Let’s say it plainly: not every home comes with 15-foot ceilings, sweeping spiral staircases, and a bathroom for each day of the week. Sometimes, high-end means high-functioning — a beautifully curated jewel box of a space, trimmed in velvet and lit like an art...