Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Adding color with paint is a quick and easy way to add style and personality to a living room. Whether your living room is an oasis of calm or home to a house full of children, nothing can transform a ...

Not everyone wants to design a living room over and over again. While there are some who wouldn’t mind picking out paints and fabrics every few months—either because of their careers or hobbies—the ...

Choosing a fresh paint color for a dull living room can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be. According to the pros, picking the best living room paint color can even be achieved in a few simple steps.

Inspired to bring a bit more zen to your own home? We asked designers to share the soothing paint they recommend most to clients. From creamy white and calming beige to inky blue, these hues are like ...

How often you should paint varies based on where you live, what kind of siding you have, and more. Here are the details on how often you should paint your house.

First, select colors from objects in your living room. “Take a pillow from the family-room sofa, your favorite tie or scarf, or a painting — anything that conveys comfort or has an emotional ...