Hilton Head, South Carolina: Tour a Dreamy Beach House | Architectural Digest

In one residence at the southern tip of Hilton Head in South Carolina, the comforts of home are on impressively seductive display. Chicago-based interior designer Suzanne Lovell was responsible for it—she executed a nine-month renovation of the property, including its outdoor spaces. Lovell was more than up to the task, thanks in part to her pre-existing relationship with the clients (she also designed their home in Lincoln Park, Illinois).

Upon entering this warm-weather retreat—far from the icy winters of the Midwest—several details immediately stand out: a covered brick patio that overlooks the dunes, a tidy stand of palm trees and a boardwalk that slopes down to the Atlantic, the sublime primary bedroom suite, and the massive kitchen, notable for its warmth. All in all, it’s a “lovely life,” Lovell says of the routines made possible by this home’s design.

Grass cloth and hemp may be popular today, but Lovell used

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9 Minimalist Homes That Are Stylish and Tranquil | Architectural Digest

When the interior designer Sebastian Zuchowicki began working with his client on his New York City residence, the starting point was the living room. “I feel like the living room concepts are always the soul of the space, especially in a New York City apartment, and then it trickles down,” he says.

Compared to his client’s conventional summer house in Rhode Island, the three-bedroom apartment in West Chelsea that he currently shares with his two children (and their cat) is a modern sanctuary with a finely tuned aesthetic. Zuchowicki spent a whole year slowly transforming the 3,000-square-foot condominium one room at a time, until the bedrooms, dining room, and newly fashioned private library had been completely perfected.

“My favorite detail is that there’s texture everywhere you look,” Zuchowicki says. “Literally everywhere you look, there’s texture. You won’t see a white wall anywhere, and that to me makes it feel special.

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Tour an East Hampton Home That’s Perfectly Imperfect | Architectural Digest

Wanderlust is not a term typically used to describe a decorating style, but it’s perhaps the only one that encompasses designer Alisa Bloom’s ethos wholeheartedly. But for this particular East Hampton, New York, project, her worldly vision proved trickier than usual to execute.

For any given residential commission, Bloom typically on rare finds and vintage treasures collected all across the globe. But when this redesign for a family kicked off, it was the peak of the pandemic. That, however, made the work all the more necessary: ​​The family was in the process of transitioning from their city life to being based in the home practically full time.

Somewhere along the way, Bloom was finally able to travel again. “I would have five days to visit all my vendors and get out,” Bloom recalls of her European sourcing trips. To supplement those voyages, the designer also ventured to vendors in the

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Home design trend: Barbie is inspiring a playful new interior style

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Today’s homeowners are building out real-life Barbie Dreamhouses — and not the plastic kind.

The new “Barbiecore” trend has officially hit interior design since making a recent appearance in celebrity fashion and pop culture.

As the public anticipates the upcoming 2023 “Barbie” movie — and the iconic Barbie Dreamhouse marks 60 years — the “Barbiecore” movement has made its way into home decor, according to a National Association of Realtors blog.

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Blog writer Melissa Dittman Tracey, a contributor to Realtor Magazine, wrote about the aesthetic and how it features playful designs, lots of color and everything pink.

Mattel Inc.'s Barbie Dreamhouse sits on display at the company's Get Your Santa Together event in New York, US, on Thursday, June 20, 2013.

Mattel Inc.’s Barbie Dreamhouse sits on display at the company’s Get Your Santa Together event in New York, US, on Thursday, June 20, 2013.
(Photographer: Peter Foley/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Tracey offered a few design

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How ’90s interior design software laid the foundation for today’s life sims

In 1994, my mom, a working interior designer, decided to jump on the home computing bandwagon and get 3D Home Architect (opens in new tab). The Broderbund program was part of an awkward, curious wave of computer-aided design (CAD) software adapted for the burgeoning home market (opens in new tab)—the average joe looking to redecorate and remodel in an exciting new digital world. I was already familiar with floor plans and architectural drawings from watching my mom at her drafting table. My mother made a valiant attempt to get used to the program, but as a diehard traditionalist, she eventually returned to working with her trusty pencil and paper. Suddenly 3D Home Architect, which my parents didn’t consider a videogame (and therefore not something to worry about), was all mine.

It was a cultural appeal, asking users to imagine one’s life as available for expansion through computing.

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Funk, Glam, and Grit Collide in the Vibrant Los Angeles Home of a TV Power Couple

When talking “home” with writer and director Mara Brock Akil, you’re not necessarily going to discuss paint swatches, sconces, and square footage. I mean, you should. Besides being the creative powerhouse behind such TV shows as Girlfriends and Being Mary Janethe screenwriter and producer turns out to also be a design maven who has masterfully renovated the Los Angeles home she shares with her husband, Black Lightning director Salim Akil, and their sons, Yasin and Nasir. It’s awash in exquisite original detailing, vintage Murano chandeliers, and a robust collection of work by Black artists, including Lorna Simpson and Noah Davis.

entryway with a dramatic black and white tiled floor and a white stone stairway going up and a tree in a stone planter by an arch and a very cute golden retriever lying out relaxed on the tile floor

The family’s yellow Labrador, Dizzy, lies on the tiled floor in the entry, where a 1960s Venini chandelier from MA+39 hangs above. Artwork by Noah Davis.

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But for Brock Akil, design is about more than just the details: It’s about the kind of lifelong longings

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What do you need in a home entryway? 5 design rules

The first room that greets you as you and your guests arrive into the home, a well designed entryway should make a great first impression, and create a warm welcome as soon as you step through the door.

A transitional space, your entryway should still remain uncluttered, organized and connected to the rest of your home, as well as being able to withstand the busy demands of people passing through each day. So, finding the perfect balance between a design that looks good and a space that is functional and practical is key for a successful entryway ideas.

From the flooring to the final finishing touches, to help you create the perfect entrance for your home, we will guide you through our five fundamentals for when designing an entryway.

The fundamentals of entryway decor – how to transform this transitional space

Follow our five foundations for designing an entryway to

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A Humble 1950s Cabin Becomes a Retreat-Like Home in Montecito

Situated between the Santa Barbara foothills and the Santa Ynez mountains in a rock quarry in Montecito, California, the Quarry House went from being a humble 1950s wood cabin to a modern, retreat-like residence designed by AB design studio in collaboration with House of Honey. The property houses two structures, a single-story home and a new guesthouse by the pool – both black and boxy with large expansions of windows. The elongated main house features a long hallway that connects the public space to the primary bedroom suite at the opposite end.

exterior end view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

A large wooden deck wraps around all sides of the house creating opportunities for a connected indoor/outdoor lifestyle prominent in California.

exterior end view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

A stepped pathway joins the two structures with a garden courtyard in between.

exterior twilight view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls and linear stairs

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls and linear stairs

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and long pool

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and windows

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls with swimming pool in front

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

exterior view of modern box-like home with black exterior and window walls

interior corner view of modern house in living room looking out through wall of windows

Black-framed windows replace solid walls offering ever-changing views of the surrounding oak forest.

interior view of modern kitchen

Photos: Sam Frost

The light-filled interior is designed by House

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5 Essential Home Design Ideas for Aging in Place

Many people want to continue to enjoy their own home as they get older. This is a time when empty nesters can repurpose kids’ rooms and retrofit them for hobbies, guests, and grandkids. Accessibility, mobility, and comfort are all top priorities, though renovations that account for these might not all fit within your budget or the layout limitations of your home. To make the most of independent living, interior design experts suggest focusing on five key aspects to create your forever home.


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1. Rethink Stairs

A single-floor home might not sound stately, but it is a wise choice for families planning to age in place. If you’re purchasing a home, consider a ranch-style house that doesn’t have exterior stairs from the sidewalk or driveway.


If you have a multi-level home, you’ll need to address stairs. Install a chair lift or consider an elevator. With new technology, installing an

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How To Decorate With Fruit At Home

According to Tru-Cape, fruit décor is on the rise due to a harkening back to pastoral times. “We’re seeing plants and fruit taking center stage in interiors, clothing, art, and décor styling. We see it as a growing appreciation of the simple things and nature’s goodness,” furniture designer Haldane Martin shared. “Using a bowl full of inviting fruit or simply seasonal vegetation scattered organically … emphasizes a welcoming feeling of homeliness and communion. It’s also a more eco-conscious way of living as the family consumes the fruit rather than disposes of dead flower arrangements. “

Apple and pear fruit bowls are popular because both could be left out to ripen properly. For those who favor the fall months, apples provide a crisp-smelling aroma that’s perfect for the season. Check out home and candle shops to find fruit scented room sprays and fruit scented reed diffusers. Or you can go

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