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Cecilia Casagrande ceciliacasagrande.com @ceciliainteriors With a background in social work, Casagrande takes a particularly empathetic approach to design at her Boston-based firm. David Frazier davidfrazier.co @davidfrazier.co A knack for sourcing rare vintage and antiques sets this New York architectural and interior designer’s work apart. ON THE COVER: Shavonda Gardner sgstyleblog.com @sgardnerstyle By chronicling the colorful makeover of her family’s bungalow in Sacramento, California, Gardner accrued thousands of devoted readers who prize her voice as much as her style. Photographer Katie Newburn Stylist Christine Wolheim On the cover: Paint, Caviar by Sherwin-Williams. Chandelier, Vertigo, Y Lighting. Juju hat, Accent Touch. Swivel chair, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. Cocktail table and rug, Interior Define. Poufs, Minted for West Elm. Table lamp, vintage.…

LIVING ROOMS Neutrals allow the art to pop, while warm tints energize. “A great neutral that feels fresh and modern.”—Jean Liu “It looks like a different shade on every wall.”—Ray Attanasio “Mellow and dramatic.”—Krsnaa Mehta BEDROOMS Easy on the eyes, earthy colors create a soothing and tranquil environment. “Calming and perfect for a restful space.”—Russell Whitehead “The pale blush gives a soft, warm glow.”—Jonathan Berger “Romantic and sultry.”—Mally Skok How Much Paint Should You Buy? Round Up! You can always return what you don’t use. Tip! Waterproof Your Walls Not all formulas are impervious to water. To prevent cracking in a high-humidity room, opt for a paint with high elasticity (most satin finishes and glossier will do). KITCHENS Clean, organic shades make for an inviting and appetizing space. “Perfect for…

In 2022, nearly every major paint brand chose to honor a shade of green as its Color of the Year. But why? “Green is known to have a soothing effect, especially in interiors—which is so important as we emerge from the pandemic,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “It is Mother Nature’s most ubiquitous neutral, working in tandem with every other color.”…

Soft Goods White Lodge Studio / @wlodge_studio “I like learning how to use new materials—what works and what doesn’t.” This experimental attitude is the foundation behind the textile company White Lodge Studio, which Adam Seirup founded with his partner, Sara Mazdzer, last year. Everything the brand produces, from pillows to table linens, is handmade in Brooklyn, where Seirup and Mazdzer find inspiration in the urban landscape and discover new techniques to bring handmade goods to a wide audience. “We’re relatively new to fabric dyeing, so we’re in the rule-breaking and problem-solving stage,” Seirup says. “You have to allow yourself to make mistakes—but the results are so encouraging.” –Hadley Keller Ceramics D-Haene Studio / @dhaene_studio “I try to make something every day, even if it’s small and even if it’s not…

PRESENTED BY STEARNS & FOSTERⓇ HOW TO CHOOSE THE PERFECT MATTRESS You spend one-third of your life in bed, why not make it wonderful? MAKE IT PERSONAL Scale the size to your space and match the firmness to your sleep style. Map out your bedroom to determine whether a king or a queen would be the best fit. If you sleep with a partner (or pets!), it may be worth sizing up. Find the right feel—Firm, Plush, or Ultra Plush—based on your usual sleep position. THINK LONG TERM A high-quality mattress should last up to 10 years, so invest in comfort, durability, and support. Research how it’s made—the materials used for the interior and the exterior can have a major impact on comfort and durability over time. TRUST THE LEGACY…

PEACOCKS, STORKS, AND MONKEYS—IN MANHATTAN? THE MOMENT DESIGNER COURTNEY McLeod saw her clients’ downtown New York apartment, which is actually two units combined to make a floor-through layout, she knew what to do with the superlong wall connecting the dining and and living rooms. Not paint. “We wanted something a little bit irreverant,” says the founder of Right Meets Left Interior Design. A lively botanical wallcovering, Menagerie Chinoiserie by Voutsa, was shown to the clients, and a palette for the whole apartment came into focus. “They were like, ‘Yes, yes, yes!’” McLeod recalls. Inspired by this foundation, McLeod planted jewel tones like flowers in every room: a hot-pink round rug and a yellow tête-à-tête in the sitting area, rich green walls in the main bedroom, even metallic wallpaper lighting up…

WANT TO TALK? E-MAIL ME AT EDITOR@HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM Joanna Saltz: There’s never been a more critical time to feel joy at home. But how do you achieve that through design? Keita Turner: Art is huge for me. My mom is an artist, and I learned how to see color, pattern, and composition through her. I especially love original pieces, and I’m lucky to have a lot of hers. Lynn Kloythanomsup: It’s important for me to know the story behind a piece and who made it. That makes it all the more special and gives a lot more value to the piece, imagining the hours of creativity that went into it. Jo: Absolutely. It makes a room feel fuller, as if you’re in the presence of other people. Caroline Gidiere: When I…

SCHINKEL GREEN + PIRANESI PINK + MAHOGANY “Neutral colors pair well with vibrant greens,” says Sloan. Marry them with rich textures, such as velvet or mahogany. CHÂTEAU GREY + CAPRI PINK + STONE Bright pinks and muted gray-greens go hand in hand. Combined with marble, they create a glamorous feel. AMSTERDAM GREEN + OLD OCHRE + WHITE OAK Dark greens mix wonderfully with warm pastels, Sloan says. Pair them with pale, golden woods for a sophisticated look. OLIVE + ANTOINETTE + BRASS Earthy pinks complement mossy greens, as if plucked from the natural world. Gilded accents add to the charm. Enhance the View Walt Disney Imagineering formulated a color, Go Away Green, that magically blends unsightly objects into the background at their theme parks. Borrow the idea! A pale gray-green…

“Add trim to an inexpensive curtain or a high-end love seat. It will enhance the richness of the colors and intensify the drama.” “Give plain bulletin boards new life by wrapping them with leftover trim and fabric scraps. Mix in postcards, photos, and other treasured mementos for a delightful display.” “Combine multiple trims to create a truly bespoke piece. Situate tape and fringe at different heights on a stool, or layer them for added intrigue.” “Use thick trim, like chunky tassels, to make throw pillows extra lush. Embrace a thinner trim, made of pom-poms or slim cord, to complement a detailed fabric.” “Customize a chair with both patterned and solid trims. Placed along the bottom of the chair’s back and edge of the seat, they can define or break up…

THERE WAS MAGIC IN THE AIR. A few years ago, Carice van Houten caught a glimpse of some wallpapers and fabrics on display in a tiny storefront in Amsterdam called Shop Atelier ND and wandered in. She was in the market, after all: The actor, best known for her role as Melisandre on HBO’s Game of Thrones, and her boyfriend, actor Guy Pearce, had just bought a 1918 brownstone in a suburb of the Dutch capital. The walls were all white, but Van Houten describes herself as “a walking color explosion, a female Peter Pan, a bit like Pippi Longstocking… My trademark is my eclecticism.” A kaleidoscopic upgrade was needed. Inside the shop that day, Van Houten hit it off with owner Nicole Dohmen, who also runs a design firm,…

YOU’RE 10 YEARS OLD, FALLING ASLEEP ON A CLOUD. A kid’s room can be a magical place where their mind runs wild. “With lots of small furniture, they can feel cluttered, but having a unifying color scheme helps,” says New York designer Lucy Harris. “Picking fun colors and patterns is key!” It’s not just bedrooms, either: A thoughtfully designed play space, reading nook, or even dedicated study zone can promote independence from an early age. “Children want that as much as we do,” says Harris, and there’s no shortage of clever storage solutions and washable finishes to help you help them achieve their dreams.…

DECOUPAGE This simple artform involves using a water-based sealer (e.g., Mod Podge) to decorate with paint and pieces of paper or fabric. “To avoid wrinkling, apply the gel medium, place your pieces on the wet surface, and let it completely dry before adding the final coat,” says decorative painter Haleh Atabeigi. Top it off with a matte or glossy finish. STRIÉ French for “streaking,” this semi-advanced technique—which calls for taping your brush to a pole to create long, vertical lines—imitates the look of linen, adding warmth and sophistication to any space. Pro tip? “Let gravity do the work,” Atabeigi says. RAG ROLLING Perfect for powder rooms and other small areas, this straightforward method produces a soft, textured effect. Use a rolled-up cloth to apply paint or remove glaze, forming a…

Isabel Ladd LEXINGTON, KY No one does maximalism like Isabel Ladd. “So many people say they love color and pattern, but my passion for both is on a whole other level,” says the designer, who founded her firm, Isabel Ladd Interiors, in 2015. With no formal design training (“Fake it till you make it,” she quips), she made her way by “saying yes to one friend at a time,” eventually building up a client base drawn to her fearless style. “To me, design is so instinctive,” says Ladd. “I know when to keep pushing and when to rein it in. And I love the thrill of adding unique and distinct materials, furnishings, and accessories on a whim.” @isabel_ladd_interiors Ariel Okin WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY Ariel Okin began designing in 2016 as…

IT’S NOT UNCOMMON TO PICK UP A souvenir while abroad. But for one Texas family, this practice runs deeper: The Sayeds spent seven years thoughtfully updating their Dallas home with designer Denise McGaha, principal of Denise McGaha Interiors, all informed by their trips around the world. “As they would go somewhere new, they would get inspiration for a different space,” says McGaha. “The house evolved as a result of that.” Husband and wife Javed and Nadia and their teenage son, Amaar, pulled inspiration from their favorite hotels, the art and books they collect, and photographs taken all over. “Nadia loves to develop mood boards when they travel, so their home has really been a collaboration, with me translating the photos she shares,” says McGaha. Without making any structural changes to…

SCOTCH AND COFFEE. THAT’S WHAT JIM AND LORI KILBERG had in mind when they hired designer Melanie Millner to revamp this 3,500-square-foot, historic co-op in Atlanta’s bustling Buckhead neighborhood. “They wanted to be able to come in, plop down on the sofa, put their feet up, and relax,” says Millner, founder and principal of The Design Atelier. The couple, who has another home in coastal South Carolina, envisioned an elegant but comfortable pied-à-terre for getaways to the city. Keeping in mind their preferred beverages, Millner embarked on a three-year renovation that involved adding marble floors to the entryway, applying custom millwork to the ceiling, and (of course) working both a coffee station and a wet bar into the scheme. “We did a lot of moving things around,” Millner recalls. Chiefly…