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Notes on Homes, Written by a Designer
Practical guides, honest case studies, and the stories behind the pieces — two new articles every month.
How to Mix Antique and Contemporary Furniture
The one-third rule, and why every modern room needs something older than you.
Read the ArticleChoosing the Right Rug Size, Once and for All
Simple measurements that stop a beautiful rug from shrinking a beautiful room.
Read the ArticleHow Lighting Changes the Color on Your Walls
Why the perfect paint looks different at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. — and how to choose anyway.
Read the ArticleFive Remodeling Mistakes That Cost the Most
What we fix most often in homes renovated without a plan — and how to avoid each one.
Read the ArticleThe Story Behind the Ayla Sofa
From a pencil curve in a sketchbook to a kiln-dried frame: how a Signature piece is born.
Read the ArticleA Living Room Transformation, Cost by Cost
The complete budget breakdown of the Amberwood Villa living room — nothing hidden.
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