Where to Find Budget-Friendly Dining Chairs in NYC and Beyond

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You finally found the perfect dining table. Now comes the hard part: finding chairs that don’t cost more than the table itself. If you’ve been scouring NYC stores (or getting lost in online rabbit holes) trying to find budget-friendly dining chairs that are comfortable and actually look good, we’ve got you. Great options include CB2, […]

Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas That Wow Without the Stress

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Between the cooking, the decorating, and the hosting, it’s easy to forget that this day is supposed to feel good, not like a marathon with pie at the finish line. These Thanksgiving decorating ideas focus on what actually matters: a table that looks beautiful but doesn’t block conversation, cookware you’ll be proud to leave out, […]

What Interior Designers Buy at Target

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What Interior Designers Buy at Target (And What We Skip) Our interior designers shop at Target. Yes, really. We’re walking or scrolling those red-and-white aisles looking for Target home finds just like you, but we know exactly what’s worth buying and what to leave on the shelf. After years of designing spaces and testing products, […]

7 Common Design Mistakes and How to Fix Them for Under $500

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7 Design Mistakes Making Your Home Look Cheaper (And How to Fix Them for Under $500) We’ve all been there. You’ve put effort (and money) into your space, but something still feels… off. Maybe it looks a little chaotic, a little “starter home,” or just not quite pulled together. We’ve got good news: it’s probably […]

7 Designer-Approved Halloween Decor Ideas

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7 Designer-Approved Halloween Decor Ideas (No Plastic Cobwebs Required) Ever feel like most Halloween decorations walk a fine line between festive and frightening (and not in a good way)? The best Halloween decor ideas bring a little mystery and magic without the chaos of orange overload. These 7 designer-approved tricks prove that decorating for the […]

Struggling With Space? These Side Tables Make Small Rooms Feel Bigger

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Your coffee deserves better than the arm of the couch. And that lamp? It shouldn’t be squished onto your windowsill. If you’re short on square footage, the right side table can be a total game-changer. The trick is picking a side table for your small space that adds style, storage, and breathing room without crowding […]

Where to Find the Best Affordable Lighting in NYC and Beyond

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Good lighting changes everything. The right lamp or fixture can make your home feel brighter, warmer, and more polished, but we all know that lighting can get pricey fast. But it doesn’t have to if you know where to shop. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best spots to find affordable lighting in NYC and […]

The Dining Room Is Back: Fresh Dining Room Design Ideas

The Dining Room Is Back: Fresh Dining Room Design Ideas

For years, dining rooms were treated like relics from another era, collecting dust between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. But now? The dining room is back, and not in the stiff, stuffy way you might remember. Homeowners are rethinking their spaces, and dining room design ideas are suddenly in high demand. Is the Dining Room Making […]

2025 Fall Design Trends We’re Actually Using

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Not every trend is worth jumping on (we’re looking at you, open kitchen shelving), so we’ve put together the top 2025 fall interior design trends that we’re actually recommending to our clients because they’re smart, stylish, and feel right at home even after the season changes. Fall is the perfect time to warm up your […]

Budget-Friendly NYC Interior Design Ideas That Work

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Budget-Friendly NYC Interior Design Ideas That Work Can your regular space look high-end without high costs? Absolutely. Stylish living in New York doesn’t require a luxury address, a renovation, or a Park Avenue paycheck; what it does require: wise choices, clever upgrades, and a little creativity. Budget-friendly NYC interior design is all about knowing where […]