Home Design
11 articles

Open concept home design's post-pandemic decline
A simple door, once an architectural given, now feels like a luxury in many homes.

Radical Home Interiors: The Return to Practicality
A kitchen featuring a raw concrete island and open shelving might look stunning in a magazine, but living with its constant dust and lack of hidden storage for a year reveals its practical shortcoming

What Are Quiet Luxury Home Design Principles for Understated Elegance?
In an era saturated with visible brands and fleeting trends, quiet luxury home design champions an intimate approach to possessions.

Top 4 Smart Home Devices Blending Beauty and Functionality
A smart thermostat, once a clunky box, now sells for $250.

Top 7 Modern Smart Kitchen Design Ideas for 2026
By 2026, the kitchen's role has expanded dramatically, described as 'no longer just a place for cooking, but a central hub for living and entertaining,' according to Splash Magazines Worldwide .

2026 Home Design Embraces Warmth, Color, and Texture
After years of cool grays and stark whites dominating home aesthetics, 2026 is poised to see a vibrant resurgence of 1970s-inspired earthy tones, bold patterns, and wall-to-wall textures, transforming

Baltimore Home & Design Awards 2026 Honor Innovative Local Projects
The Green Canopy House, a net-zero energy marvel, won 'Project of the Year' and the 'People's Choice Award' at the 2026 Baltimore Home & Design Awards.

Top 8 Modern Home Flooring Trends for 2026
Once a quiet backdrop, flooring now dictates the entire aesthetic of modern kitchens.

Sustainable Home Decor Options for Eco-Conscious Style
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Top 12 Exterior Paint Colors for Homes in 2026
Sherwin-Williams has declared Universal Khaki (SW 6150) its 2026 Color of the Year, confirming a continued embrace of understated, earthy tones for home exteriors.

Beyond the Great Room: Is Open-Concept Living Still Relevant Post-Pandemic?
The open-concept floor plan, once a symbol of modern living, is now being challenged by the realities of our post-pandemic world. This article explores why intelligent, flexible boundaries are becoming essential in home design.