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Melissa Rayworth

Brighten things up with a shade of gray

Neutral color has become designers’ favorite

Going gray naturally can be the bold move these days

Joanne Hudson’s friends didn’t hide their surprise when she mentioned earlier this year that she was considering letting her gray hair show. Most were enthusiastic and supportive. But they t...

Chic plus comfortable equals relaxed style

It’s a difficult compromise: Many of us want our homes to look as stylish and carefully designed as the ones we see in decorating magazines. But we also want them to be comfortable and easy ...

Pastels are always in fashion for homes

After a long winter, the pastel colors of spring look pretty appealing right now. Cheerful pastel pinks, yellows, greens and blues can seriously brighten up a room. Decorating wit...

Redesigning shelves can remake a room

Designers often surprise their clients by sharing a secret: You can dramatically change the look of a room simply by changing or rearranging the items on your bookshelves and tabletops. ...

Subtle home design is worth the effort

Paint your walls a bold color and friends will likely praise your creativity. Invest in a standout piece of furniture or striking work of art and your decorating is bound to earn compliments...

Tween’s bedroom can be balancing act

Decorating a baby’s room is all about what mom and dad want. But decorating a bedroom for a “tween-age” child is more complicated. It’s a great place to give growing adolescents s...

So you have decided to rent out your home?

Here is advice to protect yourself and your renters

Choosing a school from afar

How to pick best one for your kids before the move

No color is too bold for décor, designers say

It might be practical, of course, to decorate your home with neutral colors and muted earth tones. No need to worry about colors clashing if most everything is white, beige and light brown. ...

Outdoor kitchens reaching new heights

Backyard provides indestructible space to entertain

Designers like flea markets, too

Tips for making those great finds