Decorating

We have all of the design ideas you need, whether you’re decorating your first apartment or filling out your forever home. Get info on trends straight from the experts, plus shopping finds, inspirational photos, and so much more.

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3 Kitchen Trends That Instantly Age Your Home in 2025, According to Designers
I asked eight designers, and here’s what they said.
Dana McMahan
Jul 23, 2025
What Is Japandi Style? A Guide to This Organic, Minimalist Design
It all has to do with “curated” minimalism.
Cori Sears
Jul 23, 2025
Costco’s $11 Halloween Pillows Are Finally Back — but They Won’t Be Around Long
Some stores are already sold out.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 23, 2025
How I Styled an Awkward Open-Concept Living Room Two Ways
See how I styled this living room for both warmer weather and cozy moments.
Maxwell Ryan
Jul 23, 2025
I Sent a Pro a Photo of My Light-less Living Room — Here's Her Fix
An HGTV alum shares her bright idea.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jul 23, 2025
I Tried 7 Room Design Apps — These Are the Top 3 I’d Recommend
Welcome to your new design addiction.
Pauline Lacsamana
Jul 23, 2025
This Grandma-Approved Mattress Topper Is a Guest Room Essential
It’s geared toward the college crowd, but I used it when my grandma came to visit.
Sarah Everett
Jul 23, 2025
This 10-Second Trick Will Transform the Most Boring Piece Of Decor in Your Home
You’ll wonder why you never thought of this before.
Isabel Petrou
Jul 22, 2025
Why You Might Need a Bike Accessory in Your Entryway (It’s So Clever!)
Who would have thought a bike basket could be life changing?
Olivia Harvey
Jul 22, 2025
This Brilliant Rug Display Stopped Me in My Tracks (It’s in the Most Unexpected Spot!)
“It just makes me smile whenever I walk in the house,” homeowner Christina Salway says.
Cullen Ormond
Jul 20, 2024
Kelly Clarkson and Wayfair Just Launched a New Home Collection Inspired by Her Las Vegas Residency
Spot some of the pieces on stage with Kelly during her Las Vegas residency!
Emma Dangel
Jul 22, 2025
Here’s What a Designer Bought with $75 at The Home Depot
See how one designer would revamp her outdoor decor for under $75.
Emma Dangel
Jul 22, 2025
The Best Budget-Friendly Farmhouse Sinks for Your Kitchen
There’s a sink for every budget.
Nancy Mitchell
Jul 22, 2025
How to Transform a Common Thrift Store Find into the Cutest Wall Decor (In Just 3 Steps!)
It’s totally customizable.
Yanel Siqueiros
Jul 21, 2025
HomeGoods’ “Impossibly Chic” New $5 Seashell Glasses Are So Perfect for Summer
It’s “paradise in a cup”!
Isabella Paoletto
Jul 21, 2025
This Designer’s Secret Source for Drapery on the Cheap
See where designers find custom-looking curtains (and more!) for a fraction of the cost.
Emma Dangel
Jul 21, 2025
Aldi Is Selling Iridescent Glasses That Are 4x Cheaper Than Similar Cups
They come in a set of four.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 21, 2025
How Designers Pull Off Eclectic Style That’s Unapologetically Wild
Including the secret to clashing materials without being, well, tacky.
Heather Bien
Jul 21, 2025
This $15 Aldi Find Will Make Your Candles Last for Way Longer
Warming is better than burning — here’s why.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 20, 2025
This Genius Sleeper Sofa from Costco Will Turn a Tiny Apartment Into a Cozy Spot
You won’t believe the price tag on this one (in a good way!)
Alyssa Rotunno
Jul 20, 2025
The Cozy Furniture Piece Christina Hendricks Just Had to Have in Her Dining Room
It looks like the coziest spot to curl up.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 19, 2025
The Biggest Designer Bedroom Trend You’ve Never Heard Of
Cozy and full of character — what more could you ask for?
Sarah Lyon
Jul 19, 2025
There’s a $99 Find in the IKEA Kid’s Section That Belongs in Your Dining Room
It’s so customizable, too!
Cullen Ormond
Jul 19, 2025
Dollar General Just Released “Gorgeous” $1 Cups, and I Want Both Summer Colors
They’re so chic!
Nina Derwin
Jul 18, 2025
The $80 Pet- and Spill-Proof Rug I Need in Every Single Room in My Home
It's meant for high-traffic areas!
Cullen Ormond
Jul 18, 2025
The Real Reason Popcorn Ceilings Have an Awful Reputation
If your home was built before or during the 1970s, it concerns you.
Shagun Khare
Jul 18, 2025
These Viral HomeGoods Halloween Prints Got Over 25K Likes (They're So Cute!)
And more about the artist who could’ve inspired them.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 18, 2025
5 Best Small Living Room Layouts for Making the Most of Your Space
Plus, how to handle common layout issues.
Cori Sears
Jul 18, 2025
Be Your Own Designer: 10 Flawless Ways to Lay Out a Living Room
Warning: You'll want to move your couch after reading this.
Eleanor Büsing
Jul 18, 2025
Leanne Ford Shared a Shocking Opinion on a Home Feature You Probably Have
What do you think?
Olivia Harvey
Jul 18, 2025
This English Design Trend Is Making It Across the Pond
Unfitted cabinets and freestanding islands are standouts in this trend.
Alyssa Longobucco
Jul 18, 2025
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Fish-Inspired Mug Is the Perfect Summer Cup
And it’s from a small business.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 18, 2025
This “Supersoft” Leather Sectional Is Durable for Families (I Got You an Exclusive Discount!)
It’s so easy to clean.
Megan Gray
Jul 18, 2025
Dunkin’ Just Dropped the “Most Adorable” Summer Cups, and I Want Both Exclusive Designs
They could not get any cuter!
Nina Derwin
Jul 17, 2025
How Bobbin Decor Became 2025’s Hottest Furniture Trend
Once a status symbol in Victorian times, this ornate furniture is back and better than ever.
Yelena Moroz Alpert
Jul 17, 2025
I Asked Designers the Most Regretted Kitchen Trend, & They Said This
A beautiful kitchen shouldn’t be a pain.
Kelly Dawson
Jul 17, 2025
Dakota Johnson Revealed the One Popular Home Feature That Gives Her the Ick
But she might fib to you and say she loves it.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 17, 2025
Designers Are Using a 17th-Century Detail to Upgrade Walls in 2025
It adds just the right amount of charm and softness.
Alyssa Longobucco
Jul 16, 2025
Grab IKEA’s $10 Fall-Inspired Decor Find Before It Disappears From Shelves
Your fall and Halloween decor won’t be complete without this set!
Olivia Harvey
Jul 16, 2025
Shoppers Are Searching High and Low for This $45 Viral Lamp at Target
It’s sold out online, but could still be lurking in stores.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 16, 2025
This Is the Real Reason You Hate Your Paint Color
This trick can help you solve your paint woes.
Heather Bien
Jul 15, 2025
“Bridgerton” X Ruggable Rugs Are Finally at Target and They’re So Chic
And there are new patterns.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 15, 2025
These Are the All-Time Best White Paint Colors, According to Designers
This list will make paint shopping so much easier.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jul 15, 2025
Jeremiah Brent Just Suggested This Surprising Bed Placement, and People Are Shocked
Apartment Therapy recommended the same thing a few years ago.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 15, 2025
These “Chic” $3 Cups at Target Are So Beautiful, You’ll Want 6 for Summer
They’re timeless!
Nina Derwin
Jul 14, 2025
HomeGoods Is Selling a Halloween Pillow That’s Already Sold Out at Target
Head to HomeGoods ASAP.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 14, 2025
I Stole My Grandma's Genius Decor Idea, and I'm Never Looking Back
No tablecloth? No problem! Grandma has a hack for that.
Wendy Rose Gould
Jul 14, 2025
A "Bland" Dining Space Transforms into an Arts & Crafts Music Room
William Morris wallpaper FTW!
Yelena Moroz Alpert
Jul 13, 2025
I Asked Designers to Share the Worst Kitchen Color, and They All Said This
Maximalists and minimalists, you have been warned.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jul 12, 2025
IKEA’s Cozy Outdoor Chair Will Transform Any Space into a Beach Retreat
These chairs are so comfortable and striking.
Cullen Ormond
Jul 12, 2025
The 300-Year-Old Glassware Making a Comeback in Homes Today
It’s magical and full of vintage vibes.
Jessie Quinn
Jul 11, 2025
30 Painted Ceiling Ideas to Majorly Upgrade Any Room
We raided our archives for rooms with MAJOR design energy.
Zee Krstic
Jul 11, 2025
Small Spaces Don’t Have To Be This Color in Order To Feel Bigger
Light colors might not always be right for small spaces.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 11, 2025
This Is the Best Place to Find Deals on Iconic Modern Furniture
Plus decor from our favorite contemporary designers.
Nicole Lund
Jul 11, 2025
The Major Home Purchases You Should Never Splurge On as a Renter
Back away from that fancy dining table.
Pat Reyes
Jul 11, 2025
The One Piece of Furniture Every Renter Needs
It’s the centerpiece of a home.
Shifrah Combiths
Jul 11, 2025
The 5-Minute Decorating Hacks Designers Want Every Renter to Try
Talk about instant gratification.
Cori Sears
Jul 11, 2025
5 Home Projects You Should Always Ask Your Landlord About
Get it in writing!
Korin Miller
Jul 11, 2025
This Popular Furniture Line at Amazon Has 50% Off Deals for Prime Day
Stylish and affordable? Yes, please.
Megan Gray
Jul 10, 2025
IKEA’s Most Stylish New Umbrella (It’s Way Cheaper than It Looks)
Stay cool in style this summer with HÖGÖN.
Alyssa Rotunno
Jul 10, 2025
3 Color Combos That Shouldn’t Work but Do, According to Designers
Design rule-breaking at its finest.
Nomita Vaish-Taylor
Jul 10, 2025
10 Gorgeous Rugs to Shop on Prime Day That Will Add Personality to Any Space (as Low as $24!)
From Loloi, NuLoom, and more.
Hilary Weaver
Jul 10, 2025
Wayfair Just Kicked Off Prime Day-Worthy Deals on Tons of Furniture
Save up to 81% on stylish home finds.
Rebecca Ravee Norris
Jul 10, 2025
IKEA Added New Gorgeous Items to the MÄVINN Collection and They Start at Just $5
These pieces are just so beautiful.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 10, 2025
6 Decorating Trends Designers Would Never Put in Their Own Homes
You’ll be shocked at what made this list.
Sarah Lyon
Jul 10, 2025
Target's Supercute $5 Mugs Look Way More Expensive (I Need at Least 3!)
Target’s new mugs are so bright, cheery, and drippy!
Olivia Harvey
Jul 10, 2025
This Popular Decor Brand Has a Great Selection of Eclectic Furniture
Shop here to lean into your maximalist side.
Nicole Lund
Jul 10, 2025
The Cutest Summer Decor Hack Is Hiding in Your Kitchen
Time to raid your fruit bowl.
Yanel Siqueiros
Jul 9, 2025
This Gorgeous Rug Is 37% Off for Prime Day — And It Transforms Any Room
The scallops are so pretty.
Alyssa Rotunno
Jul 9, 2025
IKEA's $39 Planter Has So Many Uses, You Might Just Need to Buy Three
It’s handwoven with weather-resistant rattan.
Olivia Harvey
Jul 9, 2025
This Easy IKEA EKET Hack Creates a Luxe-Looking Media Console
No tools necessary for this IKEA hack.
Nomita Vaish-Taylor
Jul 9, 2025
I'm a Vintage Seller — This ’90s Home Decor Trend Is Making a Comeback
It’s all out of this world.
Shelby Deering
Jul 8, 2025