Is there any better excuse to throw a party than watching the big game? From football playoffs to basketball championships, sporting events are the perfect way to celebrate and bring everyone together. Even non-fans can enjoy the electrifying environment that arises every time a good game comes on. So, if you’re hosting the next game...
The Importance of Proper Lighting in Your Home Lighting does so much more than brighten up a room. It acts as embellishment, sets the ambience, brings attention to dull spaces, and can even serve as the focal point. Since there is no “one size fits all” type of lighting, the fixture you choose should be...
Reading books can be a great form of escapism, allowing the reader to become immersed in another world. While reading is often a solitary hobby, it can be much more fun when you get some of your closest friends together – and even make some new ones – to form a book club. With a...
Senior style director of House Beautiful, Robert Rufino, understands the comforts of home. When someone is traveling or vacationing, a guest suite – just like a hotel room – can make or break the experience. So, when friends and family are in from out of town and make your home their temporary abode, take their...
For spring 2023, the world of design is embracing nature in all its forms. The past several years have prompted us to reconnect with the world around us in search of a way to alleviate some of the weight we’ve all been carrying. Bringing nature into our homes grounds us and heightens our sense of...
There are few things as welcoming as fresh cut flowers and greenery on display in a home. But as we all aim to take small steps toward sustainability, faux botanicals are taking over. These vibrant blooms and plants maximize all the design benefits of real greenery while minimizing maintenance. We sat down with lifelong horticulture...
A new year calls for new beginnings – a time for a fresh start. We make resolutions to renew our sense of self, but we often overlook the opportunity to renew our homes. As the holiday season comes to an end, it's the best time to shake off the holiday dust, reevaluate our spaces and...
The holidays are such an exciting time to transform your home into a winter wonderland. We bring out the reds, greens, reindeer and garland – but many of us are at a loss for how to transition our decor for New Year’s Eve, especially if hosting a countdown celebration. This year, we’re here to help...
Style director of House Beautiful, Robert Rufino, stopped by to answer some of your most burning questions regarding table setting for the holidays. His creative and innovative expertise will help you reimagine what a tablescape can look like and will give you the tools to make your holiday table look magazine worthy. Where should you...
If, like us, you collect new ornaments year after year, you may have maxed out all your tree’s available real estate. Don’t worry – we’re sharing our top five creative solutions for showcasing your most cherished, artfully adorned baubles all around your home. 1. As part of the place setting What better way to give...
The long-awaited reveal is here. Twelve acclaimed designers created House Beautiful’s Whole Home in Atlanta, Georgia, with each tackling the design of a different area of the home. We partnered with designer Ashley Gilbreath to transform the outdoor kitchen and patio into a resort-worthy escape. We have followed Gilbreath’s journey of mapping out the space...
While the Christmas tree is the centerpiece of holiday festivities, greenery is the thread that spreads the holiday cheer throughout the home. Whether draped over the front door to greet guests or framed around windows in the dining room, garlands are a sophisticated way to say “happy holidays” in every space in your home. Here...
There’s just something about the holidays that fills us with a sense of wonder, encouraging our playful spirit to run wild. We capture the magic of the season in our homes, infusing them with warmth and merriment around every corner. If you’re looking for some new ways to decorate with festive charm this season, look...
As style director of House Beautiful, Robert Rufino knows a thing or two about entertaining. Good hosts want to ensure their gatherings are festive, functional and well thought out. Whether it’s your first time hosting, or you’re a self-proclaimed pro looking to expand your repertoire, Mr. Rufino has all the tips to help you achieve...
Who doesn’t love a pretty porch display? Decorating for the season is the warmest way to welcome guests and passersby. But when pumpkin season has passed, mistletoe has come and gone, and it’s too early for summer blooms - what do you do? Many are at a loss for how to dress up their porch...
For many of us, Christmas trees are the symbol of the holidays, and we have a longstanding tradition of gathering around them with family and friends. If you’ve decided an artificial tree is best for your home, we’re here to help you find the perfect tree to cherish for years to come. FINDING THE RIGHT...
Faux greenery is the ideal holiday decoration; not only do wreaths, garlands and swags add the perfect touch of festive foliage, but they also stay vibrant and lush year after year. Our greenery boasts striking realism, LED lights, timers, and cordless displays, and many are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. This guide will help...
You won’t find bright colors and bold patterns in every designer’s repertoire, but Kentucky-based Isabel Ladd lives and breathes them. The Brazilian-born designer defines her style as “curated maximalism." She creates uplifting spaces that radiate with enthusiasm and are designed to make clients feel happy, turning uninspiring spaces into jaw-dropping scenes. But she’s not just limited...
Interior designer Ashley Gilbreath has perfected the art of outdoor design. Recently appointed to design the outdoor space in House Beautiful’s Whole Home Showhouse, she is an expert in casual, yet elegant spaces.. We sat down with her to learn her best kept secrets for creating an outdoor living space that will make anyone want...
Southern-based interior designer Ashley Gilbreath is an expert on the comforts of home. Throughout her fifteen years in the industry, she has been featured in the likes of Southern Living, LUXE and Country Living magazines. Her designs are thoughtfully created to lend fresh perspective to spaces in which families can gather and make memories. Recently...
