Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

You may think that window treatments are window treatments. Throw up a curtain rod and hang some material from it and voila!!! Well, in a sense, you’re right, but what rod you use and what material ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen designs are often more nuanced than they appear. From upholstery on kitchen chairs to cabinet-height curtains (aka the design hack ...

When designing a kitchen, the hard surfaces tend to take priority. Countertop materials, cabinetry, and appliances are what help your kitchen perform to the max. But don't overlook the decorative ...