LIVE HERE FIRST

When designer Ben Pentreath moved into a Georgian house on a remote island in Scotland, he did what he thinks everyone should do first: nothing.

CONCRETE PLANS

In a historic Black community in Sag Harbor, Delia Kenza builds on her family's legacy to create a personal retreat filled with meaning and her own modern style.

BIOGRAPHY OF A ROOM

When I was at boarding school in New Zealand, I had a photo of the Temple on the wall of my room,” Veere Grenney recalls.

KEEPING UP with FRICKS

When robber baron Henry Clay Frick built his Fifth Avenue mansion in 1914, it set off a competitive frenzy among the era’s top decorators.

HIS EMPIRE STATE

They call him the King. In Manhattan, Giorgio Armani reigns from a recently renovated historic apartment with his signature sprezzatura and an only-in-New-York view.

WOULD YOU WEAR THIS ROOM?

Fashion designer and serial renovator Amélie Dian brings her stylish eye to the design of an 18th-century apartment in the heart of Paris.

THIS CORNER OF THE WORLD

Every house has that one spot that becomes its center of gravity, doesn't it? This month, designer Sheila Bridges shares the space that helps her enjoy the great outdoors, indoors.

THE WAY THE LIGHT HITS

In East Hampton, Julie Hillman creates a four-season house for her family that plays with sun and shadow—and finds her calling as an interior designer in the process.

MY CLIENT, MYSELF

In her new column, Rita Konig tackles modern design dilemmas, both practical and philosophical. Up next: the pleasure, and pain, of decorating for the decorator you know.

Those Chic MILANESE

When Piero Portaluppi was your great-grandfather, everywhere in this city feels like home. But sometimes you need to leave the nest to make one of your own.

SÃO PAULO AT HIS FEET

Shoe designer Alexandre Birman worked with a local interior design team to weave Brazilian modernism, Art Deco flair, Roman hospitality, and his own peripatetic calendar into a serene apartment in the sky.

An Open Invitation

Swan tables, pink doors, and endless seating await guests at this Naples, Florida, getaway.

Changes in Latitude

The homeowners' style was Jimmy Buffett meets Christian Dior. This designer decked out their home to match.

As Dreamy As the View

A gut renovation made a New York farmhouse seem like it's part of an enchanted forest.

A Fine Balance

When a designer known for quiet elegance meets a homeowner who loves the bold and unexpected, the results are the best of both worlds.

Rhythm and Blues

Crashing aqua waves—and the boys’ drum set—are the soundtrack for this family’s home.

Bring Spring Charm to Your Table

Simple tips and heartfelt touches to create a spring tablescape that's fresh, inviting and full of charm.

Mixing in FRESH INGREDIENTS

Getting a fresh perspective on a space sometimes requires being willing to start over.

A Condo CONVERSION

Layered details and whimsical embellishments transform a waterfront condominium into a cozy cottage.

Especially for Her

Thoughtful gifts for the women in your life this Mother's Day.

Take it Outside

Get ready for warmer weather and create a beautiful al fresco table.

Living the Lakeside Life

A design team balances the beauty of natural surroundings with practical features in this home by the water.

Wallpaper Wonderland

A 1932 Virginia home gets a new lease on life with vintage color and pattern.

Beach-Inspired Blues

With gorgeous views of the ocean, this room is both comfortable and perfect for hosting.

Coming Together

After months of planning and preparing, our Project House Austin is coming to life under the guidance of Cottage & Key Design Studio.

TUDOR Takeover

A 1926 Tudor-style home leads the design choices for this Michigan couple.

Green Energy

Take advantage of peak-season Swiss chard, from leaf to stem

Welcome to the Neighborhood

Get to know Oklahoma's vibrant capital city by exploring each of its distinctive boroughs

Clever Items

Little Helpers to Make Your Life a Lot Easier

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Dilemmas

My friend often reaches out with texts like \"Hey! Are you free on Saturday?\" The issue: I don't know whether she's asking if I'm free to hang out with her or if I'm free to dog-sit or babysit. And it's often the latter. How do I respond in a way that gives me the option to hang out but maybe not dog-sit?