If your home was built in the last two decades, you probably have an open-plan living room . For a long time, this was the preferred floor plan for a bright, welcoming space, but over the past few years, we’ve noticed a shift. Now, people seem to once again prefer deliberate zones in their homes. With this in mind, we talked to a few designers to find out if open living rooms are officially going out of style. Are Open Living Rooms Going Out of Style? If you have an open livi

A new NAR report reveals which projects homeowners may want to prioritize if they plan to sell within the next year or two. The home remodeling boom continues, as homeowners leverage their equity to take on a range of house projects, large and small. But are they choosing the best projects to help boost their home’s resale value?   A fancy kitchen upgrade or bathroom renovation may have a significant impact on potential buyers. But for projects that recoup most or all of thei

For many years, white spaces have dominated the interior design world, with stark neutrals serving as the perfect way to lighten and brighten a room. But now that people are gravitating more and more toward maximalism , splashes of color are right at home, and it’s not just limited to rugs or throw pillows. People are embracing color drenching (think: a space with dramatic eggplant-colored walls and ceiling) and taking paint to the floors , too. In fact, interior designers a