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The Building Blocks of Interior Design: Line
Line guides your eye through a room, creates visual structure, and affects how a space feels. Learn how to recognize the lines in your home—and use them to make your rooms work better.
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Sep 157 min read


RTTPYO #13: A Custom Reading Chair
When I couldn’t find the reading chair I wanted, I reluctantly explored ordering a custom reading chair—and discovered that custom furniture wasn’t nearly as out of reach as I thought.
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Sep 106 min read


The Building Blocks of Interior Design: Space
Space is one of the seven elements of interior design. Learn how to arrange your rooms around function, improve traffic flow, and create spaces that feel comfortable and natural to use.
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Sep 112 min read


Reno Diary #11: Choosing Lighting Fixtures for My New House
Replacing every light fixture in my new house taught me far more than how to shop for lighting. Learn how ambient, task, and accent lighting work together—and why building your criteria before you start shopping leads to better decisions and fewer regrets.
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Aug 610 min read


Painting 101: How to Paint a Room Like a Pro
Painting is the fastest, most affordable way to transform a room. Learn how to choose paint, prep your space, avoid common mistakes, and paint like a pro—even if you've never picked up a roller before.
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Aug 417 min read


Making Your Home Move-In Ready—Even if You’re Not Moving (Part 3)
Make your home move-in ready for you—no big renovation required. Learn how to evaluate each room, decide what actually needs updating, and tackle projects without creating chaos. From quick fixes to whole-house upgrades, this step-by-step approach helps you make meaningful improvements that work in real life—even when plans don’t go perfectly.
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May 266 min read
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