Category: Interior Design

Planning for holiday hosting or regular dinner parties always comes back to one key piece of furniture: the dining table. If you want the flexibility to host a crowd without sacrificing your daily floor space, an extendable dining table is…

Waiting until December to plan your holiday decor could lead to some heartbreak: the most realistic garlands are long sold out, the viral brass bells are backordered until January, and you’re left scrambling to piece together whatever is left on…

Live in the Capital Region? We paint kitchen cabinets like these for homeowners in Albany, Saratoga, Troy and nearby. Send us a few photos and your door and drawer count for a free kitchen cabinet painting quote. We all know the standard…

I love that wallpaper is back in vogue! During the '70s, '80s, and '90s, retailers were careful to carve out prime floor space for those thick, heavy wallpaper books housing thousands of patterns. While I’m thrilled the trend is back,…

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisp, there’s nothing better than bringing that warm, autumn feeling inside. But refreshing your home for autumn shouldn't mean blowing your entire seasonal budget on a few fancy accents. You…

Late August is a whirlwind of fresh starts. Whether you’re sending a student off to college, setting up a study corner at home, or finally giving your own remote workspace the upgrade it deserves, a high-quality desk chair is usually…

There is a unique kind of magic that comes with living in a historic home. The creaky hardwood floors, the original crown molding, the architectural quirks; they give a home a soul that modern builder-grade houses simply cannot replicate. But…

If you are planning a home update, you’ve likely felt that sudden wave of decision paralysis. Between scrolling through endless Pinterest boards, wondering if a furniture layout actually fits your space, or staring at twenty different paint swatches on your…

Okay, so this sad truth might be hitting some of us this time of year: standard-issue college dorm rooms have all the charm of a gentle-security holding cell. The cinderblock walls are bleak, the overhead fluorescent lighting is criminal, and…

Your kitchen island is the undeniable heart of your home. It’s where your friends hover during party prep, where your kids abandon their half-finished homework, and where you drink your morning coffee while staring blankly into the abyss. But finding…

There is a massive design myth floating around the internet: if a client has a small space, you must paint it bright white and keep it completely minimalist to make it feel bigger. But what happens when you throw a…

For a long time, buying a washable rug meant sacrificing your entire aesthetic. They either looked like giant mousepads or felt like corporate yoga mats. The good news? The design world finally caught up. You can absolutely have a gorgeous,…

Have you ever scrolled through high-end home decor sites, fallen completely in love with a moody, sophisticated room, and then nearly fainted when you saw the price tag on the furniture? You are definitely not alone. Lately, we have been…

Renovating a kitchen can feel like trying to hold back a tidal wave of invoices. It’s easy to get caught up in the "while we’re at it" trap, only to realize you’ve spent your entire budget on a fancy backsplash…

Take a look at your kitchen. Is it functional, but lacks energy? Does it feel heavy, even though it has an open layout? That is exactly where our clients were when they approached us about updating their space. The original…

When you’re an Airbnb host, every chipped mug or scratched pan is more than just a mess; it’s a "leak" in your profit margin. If you’re replacing your kitchen gear every six months, you aren’t running a profitable business; you’re…

Your bedroom should be more than just a place to sleep. It should be a curated sanctuary that reflects your personality. We recently wrapped up a full-service modern farmhouse bedroom makeover, taking a blank-slate space and transforming it into a…

We all know the feeling of scrolling through a high-end interior designer’s portfolio and wondering, “How does that room look so expensive?” Usually, it isn’t just about the price of the furniture. It’s about a specific design system: a restrained…

When we first met our clients, Heather and Brian, we knew it would be such a wonderful experience working with them! They were truly excited about having a fresh take on their bathroom and really willing to trust the process…

Let’s be honest, walking into a Pottery Barn feels like stepping into a sanctuary of peace and one that is pretty elevated. Everything smells like driftwood, and the beds look like literal clouds. But when you see a $400 (or…

Earth Day is right around the corner (April 22nd, mark your calendars!), and while switching to glass straws is great, at FunCycled, we like to go bigger. If you want to move the needle on your home’s health and environmental…

If FunCycled had a signature color (other than my favorite—teal!), it might just be green. There is a reason we find ourselves returning to this palette time and time again; the color green possesses so much resilience, depth, and vitality…

We’ve all spent enough time in "cool, gray" rooms over the last decade. As we look toward Summer 2026, the design world is collectively craving something warmer. I’m calling this shift the Organic Sanctuary: a look that balances the crispness…

There is a profound, grounding energy that happens when a space possesses a true soul. It’s a feeling that transcends "decorating" and enters the realm of storytelling. I recently traveled to California to immerse myself in the world of DeVOL…

We've all been there...scrolling through the enticing images and New Arrivals from Pottery Barn. And there before you, is exactly what you have been looking for. The perfect slipcovered sofa. The rustic, chunky dining table that looks like it belongs…