Design 101: Expert Tips to Make Any Room Look Its Best

Whether you're solving a tricky layout, choosing the right paint color, or just trying to make your space feel more pulled-together, our designers break down the fundamentals. Practical advice, real examples, and the tricks professionals actually use.

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7 Items That Make Your Home Look “Low Quality,” According to Interior Designers

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Contemporary living room with charcoal sectional, natural wood table, and neutral monochromatic palette

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11 Home Decor Choices Professional Interior Designers “100% Regret”

Learn from interior design mistakes. Havenly designers share 11 home decor regrets and how to avoid them.

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Kelsey Clark · · 5 min
Airy, minimalist living room with floor-to-ceiling cream linen curtains, bright windows, and organic modern aesthetic

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How to Hang Curtains Like an Interior Designer: 5 Simple Steps

Learn how to hang curtains like a pro with 5 simple steps from Havenly designer Brady Burke. Master measurements, fabrics, styles & hardware.

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Kelsey Clark · · 5 min
Warm mid-century living room with slatted wood credenza, floor lamp, and framed botanical art creating a cohesive, organized aesthetic.

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Interior Designers Share 7 Brilliant Ideas & DIY Hacks For How To Hide Cords

Few things can throw off the overall look of a space like an errant cord or cable. We get it—no one wants to sacrifice their electronics for a pretty aesthetic, and more often than not, the placement of outlets in your home is outside of your control. But lucky for you, our expert interior designers…

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The Havenly Team · · 6 min
Modern bedroom with warm cognac and cream pillow arrangement against geometric patterned headboard wall

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How to Arrange Pillows on a Bed: 20 Stylish Ideas from Interior Designers

Learn how to arrange pillows on your bed with 20 stylish ideas from Havenly interior designers. Create the perfect bedroom look.

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Kelsey Clark · · 12 min
Warm, contemporary living room with neutral palette, round wood coffee table, and lush greenery

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How to Style Your Coffee Table Like an Interior Designer: 13 Pro Tips

Learn 13 pro coffee table styling tips from a Havenly designer to create a functional, beautiful display.

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Kelsey Clark · · 6 min
Airy open-concept space with warm wood tones, white sheer curtains, neutral palette, and mid-century dining chairs.

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15 Designer-Approved Tips for Styling a Living Room Dining Room Combo Space

Learn 15 designer-approved tips for styling a living room dining room combo with color, furniture, and layout strategies.

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Rebecca Deczynski · · 6 min

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