Neon hues are incredibly hot right now, but they can be a bit overwhelming. My favorite way to play with this trend is to incorporate smaller doses of a bright shade into a dominantly neutral room, like designer and stylist Raina Kattelson's room below. The modern silhouettes and stark black and white palette suddenly come to life with the shock of a bold chartreuse wall. So, whether you Read more

The absence of flashy colors or excessive finish on each of these five stools allows each one's unusual shape and wonderful natural coloring to shine through. While I appreciate the simplicity of each stool, I must admit that the idea of pairing each one with a more eye-catching rug is hard to resist. A colorful, pattern-rich rug helps to enhance the beauty of each wooden stool. Read more

Most people will migrate toward a traditional Persian rug or one that is neutral colored when investing in a rug. However, a bold colored rug instantly brightens a room and can be a fresh and funky statement piece. These eight brilliantly colored rugs cover the rainbow, so you can be as adventurous as you'd like. Read more

There's nothing like an exuberant rug to give a room high-impact design. These psychedelic styles have a delightfully dizzying effect that almost gives them a three-dimensional appearance. I like the idea of layering them with super traditional pieces, like a leather chesterfield sofa. I've rounded up some of my favorite examples on the market right now in a range of prices to suit every budget. Read more

After weeks of shopping for gifts, I know it's sometimes hard to find the Read more