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What’s Next in Home Design? Bold Trends to Watch in 2026 + 5 Trends being Retired.
As we edge into 2026, the horizon of interior design is brimming with fresh, bold directions that balance comfort, sustainability, and expression. The shift is clear: homes are becoming living canvases, where art, nature, technology, and storytelling converge. Below, I’ve rounded up the defining trends you’ll see dominating design blogs, showrooms, and — soon enough — your feed. Use these ideas as inspiration (not prescription) to shape a home that feels both modern and deep
Amanda Lowe
Oct 8


Introducing Our Custom Hand-Drawn Fabric & Wallpaper Patterns— Now Available for Your Interior Design Projects
Over the past year, we’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on something close to our creative hearts: custom, hand-drawn fabric and wallpaper patterns. Partnering with Spoonflower, we’ve brought our illustrations to life in repeat patterns designed for interiors—whether bold and statement-making or soft and subtle. What began as a series of experiments, design briefs, and playful concepts has grown into a vibrant portfolio of patterns available on-demand for fabric, wal
Amanda Lowe
Jun 21


Selecting Timeless Finishes for Your New Home Build
When building a new home, selecting finishes is one of the most exciting yet challenging aspects of the process. While trends come and go, timeless finishes ensure your home remains stylish and elegant for years to come. Choosing materials and designs that withstand the test of time not only adds value to your home but also reduces the need for frequent updates. Here’s how to make selections that will always feel fresh and classic. 1. Opt for a Neutral Color Palette Color tre
Amanda Lowe
Mar 16


2025 Interior Design Trends
The Top Interior Design Trends for 2025 As we step into 2025, interior design is evolving with a focus on sustainability, personalization, and technological integration. This year’s trends emphasize creating spaces that are both stylish and functional, reflecting a deeper connection to nature and well-being. Here are the top interior design trends set to shape homes in 2025. 1. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials Sustainability continues to be a major focus in interior des
Amanda Lowe
Feb 28


Creating a Home Office: Design Tips for Productivity and Comfort
With remote work becoming a permanent fixture for many, designing a home office that fosters productivity and comfort is essential. Your workspace should inspire creativity and allow you to focus, all while being a pleasant place to spend your day. Here are some design tips to help you create the perfect home office. 1. Choose the Right Location Find Your Ideal Spot: Look for a quiet area in your home with minimal distractions. Natural light is a bonus, so consider positioni
Amanda Lowe
Oct 14, 2024


The Ultimate Home Maintenance Guide: Keeping Your Home in Top Shape Year-Round
Maintaining your home can seem like a daunting task, but breaking it down into manageable monthly tasks can make it a lot easier. Regular upkeep not only helps prevent costly repairs but also ensures your home remains a comfortable and pleasant place to live. In this post, we’ll walk you through essential home maintenance tasks for each month of the year. Plus, we’re providing a handy downloadable 12-month calendar to help you keep track of everything! January: Winter Check-U
Amanda Lowe
Aug 18, 2024


Mastering the Art of Layering Patterns: 10 Expert Tips for Stunning Interior Design
I have been so inspired lately by pattern. I have been creating tons of patterns for our Spoonflower collections, and thinking about an upcoming renovation to a 75 year old farm house that I will be working on. Layering patterns and colors to create an antique, vintage look. So here are 10 tips to create the perfect, curated, layered look for your home. 1. Start with a Neutral Base : Begin with a neutral color palette for your walls, floors, and larger furniture pieces to pro
Amanda Lowe
Apr 29, 2024


What is Biophilic Design and How to Incorporate it in your Home
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, our connection to nature can sometimes feel distant. Yet, the innate human affinity for the natural world, a concept known as biophilia, suggests that bringing elements of nature into our living spaces can have profound effects on our well-being, productivity, and overall happiness. Biophilic design, therefore, aims to integrate natural elements into the built environment. In this post, we'll explore easy and creative DIY ideas for inc
Amanda Lowe
Mar 4, 2024


Design Tips for Creating the Perfect Vacation Rental
Learn a few design principals about designing a rental space from an avid traveler / designer.
Amanda Lowe
Feb 20, 2024


Elevate Your Space: Embracing 2024 Interior Design Trends
Step into the future with the hottest interior design trends of 2024 that promise to transform your living spaces into havens of style, comfort, and functionality. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the key elements that are shaping the interior design landscape, providing you with inspiration to breathe new life into your home. 1. Biophilic Bliss: Nature takes center stage in 2024 interior design, as the biophilic trend continues to flourish. Bring the outdoors i
Amanda Lowe
Feb 7, 2024


New Kitchen Design Consult - Digital Client
Happy New Year! With 2023 coming to an end, we finished the year strong with several projects. One of our favorite projects we completed was for a digital client that needed kitchen ideas. This customer is a general contractor but he and his wife were at a loss for the new design style they needed for their very outdated kitchen. Recent empty-nesters, it was time to cater their space to their needs and to provide some much needed updates. The Before This client requested all
Amanda Lowe
Jan 8, 2024


Shed Conversion Project: From Boring Shed to She-Shed
Hey guys! Our first big project at our new house is complete! My husband and I worked tirelessly every evening to get this project finished and I am so excited to share it with you! So a little backstory - we inherited this shed for free from my husband's grandfather. We just had to pay to have it moved. I will share my cost with you so that you can estimate your own she-shed project. To have the shed moved and leveled, we paid about $750. It was a little beat up and dated bu
Amanda Lowe
Jul 1, 2022
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