"We’re moving away from cold, over-sanitized spaces defined by smooth, glossy surfaces and 'perfect' finishes," says designer Sarah Akbary of Sarah Akbary Interiors. "The new language is warmth, ...

Cactus Valley, California Paints selection for 2026, is a grounded green with subtle warmth. Not a bright, showy green, ...

Moody color palettes; mixing natural materials with rich textures; and curved furniture are expected to trend in 2026.

“When working in historical houses, I love to create a balance of color and light— often painting the walls a soft neutral white (Farrow & Ball’s All White is a favorite) and then punching the trim, ...

Taupe and warm whites are the most popular neutrals for interior designers. Deeper shades designers keep turning to include ...

The most successful interior designers and the people with the most stylish homes all share the knowledge of not only how to create beautiful interiors, but also how to make them feel warm and ...

Try a light purple paint color to soften dark rooms in your home. "I would also recommend a soft lavender like WC-76 from ...

Regular readers know how strong an emphasis I put on color as a design element and how readily I acknowledge that choosing the right color scheme isn't easy. Even professional designers find it hard ...

One of the first thing most of my clients ask for is help in selecting paint colors for their home. As anyone who has painted the same room several times over can attest, finding the right color is ...