Design-Inspiration - House Beautiful

Courtney and Robert Novogratz Turned an Abandoned 1826 West Village Mansion Into Their Family Home

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Their 7,200-square-foot townhouse is now filled with color and life.

This South Carolina Starter Home Has All the Charm of a Historic Residence

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Inside is a world of florals, pastels, and fringe.

You're Hanging Your Art All Wrong—This Is the Method That All the Pros Use

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0000

There’s an easy rule of thumb to remember.

The Palette in This Chapel Hill Home Was Inspired by the University of North Carolina

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:15:44 +0000

Carolina Blue—and Southern charm—reigns supreme.

These LGBTQ+ Designers Aren’t Just Creating Brands, They’re Building Community

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0000

How they’re imagining a brighter future.

Joanna and Chip Gaines Are Listing Three Properties for Sale—Including THAT Castle

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Anyone want to go splitsies?

Designers Love This Timeless Furniture Trend for Adding Pattern Without Overwhelming a Room

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Give your surfaces a polished upgrade.

Designers Say These Are the 5 Worst Kitchen Mistakes to Make During a Renovation

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Including the countertop material they always skip.

This Iconic Designer Always Follows This One Rule When Choosing Curtains—and It’s Genius

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:03:59 +0000

Here’s how to avoid the dreaded “Wall of Drapes” look.

I’m in Love With Antique Silver—Here’s What Experts Told Me About Collecting This Luxe Material in 2026

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Get your polishing tools ready.

4 “Tacky” Antiques That Will Be EVERYWHERE in 2026, According to Designers

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Don’t throw these items in the donation bin just yet!

This Simple "High-Low" Styling Trick Makes Every Home Look Expensive, According to British Designers

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:01:32 +0000

Here’s how to achieve it in your own space.

Designers Swear By the "Big Salad" Rule for Curating a Timeless Home

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0000

“You can burn out on a trend so fast.”

Experts Say These 8 Vintage Holiday Decorations Are Surprisingly Valuable This Summer

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0000

These pieces have skyrocketed in value.

This “Scandalous” Victorian Chair Style Is Making a Stunning Comeback in 2026

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000

It’s equal parts sexy and whimsical.

This Lakeside Family Compound in Wisconsin Is Everything a Summer Home Should Be

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

It was designed with generational vacationing in mind.

Designers Say Oversized Kitchen Islands Are on Their Way Out—and This Charming Alternative Is Taking Over

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Their versatility is just part of their appeal.

Carpet Is Back—and It Looks Better Than You Remember

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Here's how to choose the right style for your space, starting with a trip to The Home Depot.

Designers Say These 6 “Tacky” Entryway Details Can Instantly Cheapen the Look of Your Home

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:34:35 +0000

Don’t worry, they have fixes to share.

Natural Light Ruled the Renovation of This Midcentury Home

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Fun fact: Joan Rivers grew up in the house just across the street.

Pros Say These 10 "Timeless" Design Choices Will Never Go Out of Style

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:15:00 +0000

Trends come and go, but good bones are forever.

Move Over, Cottagecore: "Burrowcore" Is the Cozy Home Trend Everyone Wants Right Now

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:48:29 +0000

It’s all about keeping things perfectly imperfect.

Designers Say "Midimalism" Is the Secret to a Balanced Home—Here's What to Know About It

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Think of it as the happy medium of design styles.

Medieval-Inspired Design Is Having a Major Revival—Here Are the Details to Look Out For

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:15:00 +0000

The Middle Ages are new again.

This "Trippy" Design Detail Is Having a MAJOR Comeback in 2026—Here Are 6 Ways to Use It

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

It’s more versatile than you might think.

This European Kitchen Feature Makes Any Space Feel Bigger and Brighter, According to Designers

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Hint: Let there be light.

The Next Big Things: The People, Places, and Trends That Will Rule the Design World in 2027

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Consider this your sneak peek of what’s new and next in design.

Everyone’s Talking About AI-Generated Images. The Real Design Breakthrough Is Happening Somewhere Else

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

It’s much more nuanced than a simple visualization tool.

We're Living in a "Loneliness Epidemic.” Your Home May Be One of the Most Powerful Tools for Fighting It

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Building stronger social connections can start in your own space.

The Next Era of Homes Won't Just Look Different—They'll Feel Different, Too, Thanks to These 8 Trends

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

You’ll start seeing these silhouettes everywhere very soon.

Magnolia's Director Bought This Midcentury Waco Home After Boss Joanna Gaines Gave Her Stamp of Approval

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The midcentury gem still had its original charm intact.

One Retro Feature Is Quietly Reappearing in Today’s Most Gorgeous Homes

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

What was once ripped out or painted over is now prized for its timeless appeal.

Beautiful Homes Aren’t Enough Anymore—Designers Are Prioritizing “Ritual Living”

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Discover the importance of spaces that truly support daily life—and how to create them.

This Under-the-Radar West Coast Gem Was Just Named America’s Best Small Coastal Town

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:15:00 +0000

Here’s what you’ll want to know before you visit.

Hot Take: Our Homes Aren't “Weird Enough”—Here's How Designers Want to Fix That

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:17:54 +0000

Consider this your permission to let your design freak flag fly.

Designers Say These 5 Exterior Paint Colors Could Boost Your Home's Resale Value

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Planning to list soon? Here's what to know.

This Mountain Town Was Just Named the Best Wellness Destination in the U.S., According to New Data

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:47:24 +0000

It scored off the charts in terms of healthy living.

Designers Say Your Outdated "Boob Lights" Are Making Your Home Look Tacky

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Trust us, there are more titillating options out there.

Designers Swear by the “Three-Material Rule” for a Cohesive Home Style

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

This is how to keep the look coordinated—not matchy-matchy.

How One Designer Made a Massive 25,000-Square-Foot Home Feel Intimate and Welcoming

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Ali Henrie layered texture, color, and patterns to evoke a casual, family-friendly environment.

Your Home Needs an “Energy Reset”—Here’s What to Do First

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

We tapped a pro for her insights.

From the Archive: Inside Hubert de Givenchy’s French Castle, Le Jonchet, in the 1980s

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0000

He used the same fabric for chairs, bed hangings, and curtains.

Inside Carson Kressley's “Kentucky Regency” New York City Apartment

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0000

The former Queer Eye for the Straight Guy star's filled the space with subtle glamour and equestrian nods.

14 Countries Where Buying a Home Could Lead to Citizenship

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Your expat dreams could become reality here.

This Clever Designer-Approved Couch Trick Is the Secret to a Party-Ready Living Room

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Cozy meets chic with this seating hack.

Every Inch of This Colorful Michigan Home Was Customized for a Family of Five

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0000

There’s a homework room, sports court, and dreamy backyard escape.

I Asked 10 Designers Whether a Bar Cart or Bar Cabinet Looks More Expensive—Their Answers Surprised Me

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

The pros weigh in on this spirited design debate.

2026 Has Been the Year of Statement Chandeliers, According to Designers

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0000

The most memorable rooms all have this feature in common.

Designers Say This Classic Architectural Style Is Poised for a HUGE Comeback

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Hint: It preceded Art Deco.

Designers Reveal the British-Inspired Feature That Every "Fancy" Kitchen Will Have

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:15:00 +0000

Here’s why your cook space needs one.