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2025 PREDICTIONS ARE IN: DESIGN FORECAST FOR THE WHOLE HOUSE

What’s in (and what’s out) for the new year, according to insider data.
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THE MOST THOUGHTFUL GIFTS THAT NO ONE ELSE WILL GIVE

When tackling your list this season, remember this:
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2024 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: BEST GIFT IDEAS FOR EVERYONE

Here, some inspiration.
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ISABELLA’S INCREDIBLE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

You’re always a winner with pieces this good.
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November 29, 2024

INTERIORS

2025 PREDICTIONS ARE IN: DESIGN FORECAST FOR THE WHOLE HOUSE

What’s in (and what’s out) for the new year, according to insider data.

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November 29, 2024

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ISABELLA’S INCREDIBLE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

You’re always a winner with pieces this good.

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August 1, 2023

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THE NEW 100 ETIQUETTE RULES FOR MODERN LIFE

The new rules of etiquette. Hugging? Out. Air-kissing? In.

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August 21, 2023

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THE RIGHT WAY TO LAY OUT YOUR LIVING ROOM: THE 7 RULES

Designers follow these guidelines.

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February 17, 2023

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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS TO KNOW FOR 2023

The big ideas and trends defining design for the coming year.

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July 24, 2023

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HOW ON TREND IS YOUR HOUSE?

It's time for dopamine decorating.

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May 19, 2023

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THESE ARE THE WORST DECORATING MISTAKES YOU CAN MAKE

Here's how to fix the most common blunders.

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January 11, 2023

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DECORATING ON A BUDGET: INSIDER SECRETS

Time for an update.

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January 30, 2023

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HOW TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOUSE (AND WHAT NOT TO DO) THIS YEAR

What's worth renovating, and do you really need a new kitchen?

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We love the slow decorating movement that is takin

We love the slow decorating movement that is taking hold for 2025 which is, In essence, a rejection of the instant gratification of social media, mass consumerism and the successive room reveals that appear to be check-lists of the latest trends. It ties into the ‘de-influencer’ movement, which is about using what you have, not buying things that other people have, slowing down, and taking time to understand our true likes and loves in the hopes of achieving a fully authentic and therefore, life-enhancing environment. Insiders say this approach promises improved results, environmental benefits and perhaps most remarkably is enjoyable to do as it makes residences feel more personal, storied and meaningful. As opposed to overly styled and staged. We all have a personal specific point-of-view worth expressing. This is a general movement away from sameness. To make choices that differentiate your house from your friends’ houses. If it works for you, it works. @roman_and_ivy

Focus on what you need to feel comforted and feeds

Focus on what you need to feel comforted and feeds you in 2025. There is more beauty in interiors that are authentic, and in a world of AI, it is nice for houses and gardens to feel warm and personal such as the five bedroom LA house of @nmeyers - the creative powerhouse behind movies like “The Holiday” and “Something’s Gotta Give”. Pics 1-3: Design @markdsikes_interiors; photos @amyneunsinger via @archdigest; Pic 4: @siva.space

This light-filled 1950s, wood-shingled Hamptons ho

This light-filled 1950s, wood-shingled Hamptons house in Sag Harbour is a great glimpse into the future of how we will live. Over the years, Annalise Taft-Gersten @altforliving and her husband James Gersten have weathered their share of renovations according to @archdigest. This past year they decided to pivot and simplify. They sold off their real estate and transformed their summer cottage into a forever home. They didn’t want the responsibilities. The light and privacy captivated them. They did a gut renovation, enlarged windows, opened the floor plan and added touch points like a fireplace, a pool, and a sitting room outside. The result? “Living with less has been liberating.” In 2025, there is more beauty in interiors that are authentic, warm and personal. And also the pleasance of the presence of nature as people invite even more air, light and nature in. Photos: @nicole_franzen; Design: @altforliving

It’s a brand new year so let it be the year you

Hello, and happy new year. However you chose to ce

Hello, and happy new year. However you chose to celebrate across the globe last night, we hope you closed out the year on a high note- or, at least, a calm one. Here’s to an energising 2025. @lesanteblu @lapetitebarone

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We love the slow decorating movement that is takin

We love the slow decorating movement that is taking hold for 2025 which is, In essence, a rejection of the instant gratification of social media, mass consumerism and the successive room reveals that appear to be check-lists of the latest trends. It ties into the ‘de-influencer’ movement, which is about using what you have, not buying things that other people have, slowing down, and taking time to understand our true likes and loves in the hopes of achieving a fully authentic and therefore, life-enhancing environment. Insiders say this approach promises improved results, environmental benefits and perhaps most remarkably is enjoyable to do as it makes residences feel more personal, storied and meaningful. As opposed to overly styled and staged. We all have a personal specific point-of-view worth expressing. This is a general movement away from sameness. To make choices that differentiate your house from your friends’ houses. If it works for you, it works. @roman_and_ivy

Focus on what you need to feel comforted and feeds

Focus on what you need to feel comforted and feeds you in 2025. There is more beauty in interiors that are authentic, and in a world of AI, it is nice for houses and gardens to feel warm and personal such as the five bedroom LA house of @nmeyers - the creative powerhouse behind movies like “The Holiday” and “Something’s Gotta Give”. Pics 1-3: Design @markdsikes_interiors; photos @amyneunsinger via @archdigest; Pic 4: @siva.space

This light-filled 1950s, wood-shingled Hamptons ho

This light-filled 1950s, wood-shingled Hamptons house in Sag Harbour is a great glimpse into the future of how we will live. Over the years, Annalise Taft-Gersten @altforliving and her husband James Gersten have weathered their share of renovations according to @archdigest. This past year they decided to pivot and simplify. They sold off their real estate and transformed their summer cottage into a forever home. They didn’t want the responsibilities. The light and privacy captivated them. They did a gut renovation, enlarged windows, opened the floor plan and added touch points like a fireplace, a pool, and a sitting room outside. The result? “Living with less has been liberating.” In 2025, there is more beauty in interiors that are authentic, warm and personal. And also the pleasance of the presence of nature as people invite even more air, light and nature in. Photos: @nicole_franzen; Design: @altforliving

It’s a brand new year so let it be the year you

Hello, and happy new year. However you chose to ce

Hello, and happy new year. However you chose to celebrate across the globe last night, we hope you closed out the year on a high note- or, at least, a calm one. Here’s to an energising 2025. @lesanteblu @lapetitebarone

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