Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Decorating your dorm or apartment can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. As a senior, I’ll admit it’s been a while since I’ve been in a dorm myself. But I like to think my decorating expertise ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Key Points Ultra-modern dining rooms feel outdated—mix traditional, vintage, and personal touches for warmth.Skip single-function designs; make dining rooms versatile with durable, easy-to-clean ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When you're attempting to figure out the best room layout for your home, you could gather your furniture and decor and play around ...

“What’s your favorite color?” is a question we’ve all been asked countless times, so it’s not surprising that when we decide to refresh a room we might start in the paint aisle. “People run to the ...

Each week, Mansion Global tackles a topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties. This week, we look at how to spruce up your home with rattan. Commonly ...

Ever walk into a room and just feel like the vibe is all wrong? Like, the color's off, the lighting is tragic, and the energy is screaming “help me” instead of “this is my sanctuary”? Same. But hear ...

As college kids prepare to head to campus this fall, one thing’s for sure: Their dorm decor options and shopping experience is nothing like it was in the days of yore. Today’s students are completely ...

Stripes, monogram pillows, pendant flag banners, a colorfully illustrated gallery wall with the likes of a corresponding navy stripe book bag and a cheerfully organized desk situation don’t always ...