Beat the heat with these cooling gadgets and wearables
KIM COOKAssociated Press You can only sit in front of the fridge with the door open for so long. As heat waves blast the world like a blow dryer on high, folks […]
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Neon dreams and nature scenes make for two very different home decor trends in 2025
KIM COOKAssociated Press Home decor’s got a split personality this year: Call it “city glow” and “cottage flow.” At the two international design fairs that I attended — Maison et […]
Tiny outdoor space? Turn it into an inviting retreat
KIM COOKAssociated Press Whether it’s a modest balcony, a pocket-size patio or a tiny backyard, small outdoor spaces have big potential. With a few smart design choices and some creative […]
Farmstand chic? Décor is awash in fruit and vegetable motifs.
KIM COOKAssociated Press Interior designer and stylist Jonny Carmack has a “fruit room” in his Danbury, Connecticut, home. Colorful faux produce bedecks every inch, from the cherry-shaped ceiling fixture to […]
‘Wellness Rooms’ Are Claiming Space In Many Homes
Kim CookAssociated Press Spurred by the pandemic, dens became offices, extra bedrooms became workout zones, dining rooms morphed into multifunctional creative spaces. Our homes have been multitasking for a while now. They may […]
Architects Are Bringing Nature Home By Making Trees Part Of The Plan
By KIM COOKAssociated Press By now, you may be familiar with biophilic design — it’s the idea of integrating nature into design to enhance our connection to the environment. Sustainability, wellness and harmony are usually […]
9 Tips From Decor Experts For A Comfortable And Functional Dorm Room
KIM COOKAssociated Press For many college students, dorm life is an introduction to independent living — their very first “home away from home.” And as exciting as this chapter is, […]