Latest articles by Charlotte Olby
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I Never Realized How Harsh My Lighting Was Until I Tried This Under $20 Diffuser Trick – Now I'm Buying Them for Every Room
If your lighting feels too bright or clinical, this tiny diffuser might be the solution
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Too Many Clothes, Not Enough Space? These Are the Best Places to Buy Dressers for Anyone Whose Wardrobe Runs Their Life
From affordable finds to investment pieces, here’s where to shop for a dresser that fits your style and space
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Your Birth Month Color Could Be the Key to a Truly Unique Home – Discover Every Shade From January to December and the Meaning Behind Each One
Let your birth month guide your next decorating move with these gemstone-inspired shades
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Our Edit of the Chicest Sleeper Sofas You’ll Actually Be Proud to Offer Guests – These Are the Best Buys and Brands We Would Recommend to Friends
Here's everything you need to know to help you choose a sleeper sofa that is stylish yet doesn't feel like sleeping on a rock
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My Favorite Dress Brand Now Does Rugs – Meet the RIXO x Ruggable Collaboration That’s Turning Fashion Fans Into Homebodies
The London label’s bold florals, geometrics, and leopard print get a homeware twist in Ruggable’s newest drop
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Is Symmetry Out of Style? Designers Reveal the Rule-Breaking Living Room Layout Formula That’s Going to Redefine How We Decorate in 2026
Forget rigid, mirror-image layouts – today’s take on symmetry is relaxed and much more characterful
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Sourced by Homes & Gardens: 16 Best Places to Buy a Couch, From Custom Makers to Stylish Budget Finds
From classic to contemporary designs, these are the best couches expertly chosen by us – including sectional, chaise, and loveseat styles
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The Simple Zoning Trick Designers Rely On to Make Any Size Living Room Feel Warmer, More Intimate, and Conversational
Why creating smaller seating pockets is the secret to a truly sociable living room
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The One Unexpected Seating Style Designers Call Their ‘Secret Weapon’ for a More Social Living Room This Hosting Season
This clever seating choice instantly improves flow, conversation, and comfort
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Joanna Gaines’ 2025 Christmas Tree Channels This Year’s Biggest Trend — It’s Nostalgic, Playful, and Embraces Imperfection
Think bright, think retro, think joyfully chaotic – Joanna Gaines’ kitschmas tree reveals the three essentials every retro Christmas needs
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Forget the TV – This Living Room Layout Was Designed Entirely for Conversation with a Floating Couch Idea You'll Want to Copy
Oho Interiors layers texture, pattern, and warmth to create a space designed for connection
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8 Essential Facebook Marketplace Tips for Sourcing Vintage Gems – From a Style Editor Who Can Count on One Hand How Many Items in Her Home Are New
Trust me, once you know these tricks, you’ll never want to pay full price again
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The Library: How to Get Your Living Room Layout Right – Interior Designers' Golden Rules for Planning the Perfect Space
Before choosing fabrics or finishes, master the fundamentals of your living room layout with our ultimate guide
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The Christmas Tree, Styled: 9 Festive Trees Dressed by Designers to Help You Reimagine a Holiday Classic for Christmas 2025
Nine designers share how they're styling their Christmas trees this holiday season
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I'm Not Waiting for 2026 – 'Warm Minimalism' is the Single Biggest Trend Designers Say They're All Adopting Next Year
Minimalist decor just got a makeover – and this time, it’s all about warmth and feeling
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Craving a Nostalgic Christmas? The Six Bells’ Holiday Collection Has All the Ingredients for a 90s Crafty Christmas
From patchwork stockings to felt garlands, this collection captures the homemade spirit of holidays past
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Inside Designer Marie Flanigan’s Warm Thanksgiving Style – And the 12 Thoughtful Pieces That Bring Her Signature Aesthetic Home
From sculptural ceramics to soft accents, shop the 12 pieces that define Marie Flanigan’s Thanksgiving aesthetic
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I Asked Interior Designers What They Think is the Most Underrated Room to Decorate – Here's Why They All Said the Powder Room
Turns out, the tiniest room in the house is actually where great design happens
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I’m Calling It: Tartan Has Had the Chicest Makeover of the Season – Shop This Season's Fun, Fresh, and Festive Take on Plaid
Tartan’s having a modern moment – here’s how to weave it into your home
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As the Days Get Darker, These Are the 2 Lighting Shifts Designers Make in Every Home They Design
The designer-approved ways to rethink your lighting as we head into fall and winter
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A Small but Mighty Switch – The Lampshade Swap Every Designer I'm Speaking to is Making this Fall
This small lighting update is the easiest way to add personality and warmth for cozy season
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These are the 3 Biggest Lighting Mistakes You Can Make in the Fall that Create a Cold Atmosphere Rather Than the Cozy One You Crave
After years of getting it wrong, I finally learned the three lighting tricks for a warm and inviting home
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The Library: All the Basics You Need to Know About Lighting Before Starting Your Next Project, According to the Experts
Lighting 101: How to plan, layer, and create a lighting scheme like an interior designer
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I Wasn't Convinced I Could Pull Off Pattern Drenching in My Home Until I Spotted Heidi Caillier's Outrageously Cozy Scheme – and It's Surprisingly Easy to Copy
Pattern drenching might sound bold, but this designer bedroom proves how soft and welcoming it can be
