Merriton is a small business that sells rolls of scented liners for dressers and linen closets.  Promising reviews: “I am very pleased with these scented drawer liners! They are perfect for my bedroom chest of drawers. The paper is heavy, and the scent is wonderful. I love it! I may buy them as gifts.” —Jennifer “This…

We’ve bought a lot of interesting things from Amazon over the years, from a magic sticky ball to a giant dog bed for humans, but one thing we never thought we’d ever be able to find on there is a tiny house. Yes, you read that correctly—you can buy a full-on tiny house on Amazon,…

For Christmas in 2019, architect Jennifer Lee gave her mom, Jisoo Lee, a book titled “A House For My Mother.” It’s a compilation of residential structures that well-known architects, including Charles Gwathmey and Robert Venturi, built for their loved ones. “There’s a grand tradition of young architects building houses for their parents,” Jennifer says. “My…

Promising reviews: “This quilt is my favorite purchase in recent memory. I have always had the basic white bedding, but I pine for a touch of romance and moodiness for my bedroom, and this is it. I thought I was just giving it a try on sale, and oh my, jackpot. It is exactly what…

I like interesting stories and I like interesting houses. I also like to believe I tell the former and have the latter. (Don’t we all?) So, when a book titled “Authentic Interiors: Rooms That Tell Stories” (Gibbs Smith, March 2024) hit my radar, I thought, “Shazam! My worlds collide!” I dove into the 224-page, picture-rich…

1 Modern Mitzi x Zoe Feldman Georgann Floor Lamp 1 Modern Mitzi x Zoe Feldman Georgann Floor Lamp Pros Minimalist design goes well in most rooms Built to last Kayne is a fan of the Georgann by Mitzi in collaboration with interior designer Zoe Feldman. A modern take on the traditional floor lamp, this brass…

Deepika Padukone has ventured into the world of design with the launch of her debut home furnishing collection in collaboration with the American label, Pottery Barn. The collection comprises a range of exquisite items, including embroidered pillows, hand-knotted rugs, elegant wooden furniture, chandeliers, cushion decor, and dinnerware specifically crafted for Indian cuisine lovers. The prices…

Maria Bartholdi won’t admit that she has her great-great-great uncle Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi’s eye for design, even though it’s clear she does. Bartholdi’s style in her south Minneapolis home splashes with bright and bold colors, embodying that same feeling of fearlessness that emanates from her ancestor’s greatest piece — the Statue of Liberty in New…

“I think maybe there’s an affinity between that kind of move and this tendency or interest in trying to recapture a simpler way of life, perhaps amidst the maelstrom of technology, and the chaos and precarity of the world,” says Philip. “The world can be overwhelming and nature and the slow rhythms that it has…

Smart home: From smart thermostats that regulate energy usage to automated lighting systems and voice-controlled assistants, the possibilities are endless (Image: Canva) If you have been thinking of redoing your home, now is the time! In 2024, interior design trends are leaning towards enhancing our living spaces with eco-conscious elements, smart technology integration, minimalist warmth,…