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Before & After – Your Laundry Room Doesn’t Have to be Boring!

For years, laundry rooms have been treated as purely functional spaces — tucked behind closed doors and designed with little more than efficiency in mind. But designers are increasingly rethinking these overlooked rooms as opportunities for creativity, personality, and even relaxation. Barrett Cooke, principal of architecture and design studio Arterberry Cooke, transformed one stale, all-white laundry room into a sweet retreat that feels more like a boutique studio than a chore zone. Inspired by the surrounding landscape and the home’s 1920s history, Cooke leaned into color, style, and thoughtful functionality to completely reimagine the space. The result is a lesson in how good design can elevate even the most boring daily rituals. Read the full article and see photos on Brit +...

Designers Want You to Avoid These Dated Cabinet Colors in 2026

“If it’s time for a kitchen refresh, there are a few things designers want you to avoid: Double kitchen islands, pot fillers above the stove, and these kitchen cabinet colors that feel dated in 2026. Design experts say that as kitchen designs have evolved to be more personal, the best colors for cabinets have also changed. In the era where things were all about a minimalist look or preserving the home’s resale value, certain neutral colors were both practical and on-trend. Today, it’s a slightly different story. Homeowners want their kitchens to feel warm and unique, which has renewed interest in warmer neutrals and earthy colors for the kitchen cabinets.” Click here to continue readin on Good...

How to Choose the Right Bathroom Vanity for Your Space

“You might not think it, but a vanity is one of the most important elements of your bathroom. It’s the sun around which day-to-day life in a bathroom revolves, housing drawers, outlets, a sink, and leaving room for a mirror just above. Naturally, it’s important to choose the right one for your space. But where should you begin? There are a few primary considerations when picking out a vanity, from function to aesthetics. We spoke with design experts to get to” Click here to continue reading on Martha...

How to Pick Beautiful Hardware You’ll Love Forever

“It’s a bit of a misconception to think of hardware as the jewelry of a room. Sure, it can add a much-needed accent or sparkle to a room—but it should never be an afterthought when designing a kitchen. As a matter of fact, hardware is functional, tactile, and something we usually touch several times a day.” Click here to continue reading on Veranda....