The entryway is often the unsung hero of the home. It's the first space guests see and their last stop during the extended series of “I should really go now” exchanges. It often works overtime, equal parts welcome mat and storage workhorse. And when designed with intention, it can be beautiful and brilliantly functional.

Redesigning a room can feel a bit like hosting a family reunion. You want everything to look nice, you don’t want anyone bumping into each other, and you’re working with a mix of personalities (or in this case, styles). So it’s no surprise that people have questions. Today we’ll address three of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to redesign:

Let’s talk about color. Not the loathsome box of crayons your kid left in the car that are now permanently fused to the back seat, but the kind that wraps around your walls and quietly whispers sweet nothings to your mood all day long.

Color isn’t just a decorating choice. It’s a feeling. It’s an energy. It’s what can make your room feel like a hug. Once you understand how color affects mood, you can turn your home into a place that lifts you up, calms you down, or says, “My home makes me happy.”

It’s easy to get swept up in the Pinterest-perfect world of home design. But when it comes time to choose a rug—or figure out why that floral armchair doesn’t work for you—it’s natural to feel a bit lost. If you’re fairly sure about how you want your home to feel, but unsure how to make it a come to life, you’re in the right place. Let’s get into 5 tips that will help you get the design style results you want.

The kitchen is the heart of the home, which makes it the most exciting—and intimidating—space to redesign. Whether you're knocking down walls or just upgrading the cabinets, three questions come up again and again. Let’s dig in.

Designing a nursery is one of those sweet moments where imagination meets reality—usually somewhere between a dreamy mood board and a stack of diaper boxes in the corner. Whether you’re creating a nest for your first baby or putting a fresh spin on a shared space, you probably have one or more of these FAQs on your mind.

Picking the right lighting for a room can be challenging. It’s not as easy as just flipping a switch. For this blog, I researched the top five lighting questions that DIYers want to know and am sharing the advice I give to anyone who shares in my love for redesign and doing more for less.

When it comes to redesigning a room, you might think about color, style, flooring, lighting, wall treatments, furniture and art before finally focusing on your mirrors. Chances are when you do think about the mirrors in your home, you don’t necessarily spend a lot of creative energy exploring the possibilities they present. I need a mirror to see myself. I like this one. End of thoughts.

If you’ve been guilty of overlooking your mirror, read on and “reflect” on how you might make more of that highly adaptable room accessory.

If your current sofa has surpassed its expected maximum of emotional breakdowns, Netflix marathons, and dog naps, it might be time to invest in a new one. For most people, buying a sofa is a major purchase—in terms of money invested and emotional investment. You want to spend wisely and bring in lasting value that will bring you years of happiness to you, your family and friends.

Before you swipe your credit card on an impulse purchase, let’s examine the three most important things to consider when buying a new sofa.

There’s an art in creating a home that allows you to move freely and feel that every room belongs together. Rooms should feel like siblings, not strangers. Spaces should feel cohesive, not copied.

If you’ve ever stood in the doorway between your kitchen and living room thinking, “Something isn’t clicking,” then you’re in the right place. Let’s break down the three most common questions people ask when they’re trying to bring harmony and flow to their home—and a few ways to start solving them.

Curb appeal. It's the first impression your home makes—and just like people, houses don't get a second chance at a first hello. Whether you're prepping for a sale, doing some front-yard landscaping, or simply want to enjoy pulling into your driveway a little more each day, chances are you've had questions.

Here are the three most-asked questions about curb appeal—and tips to get the most for your time and effort.

You’ve got a room. You’ve got furniture. You’ve got big dreams of it all coming together like a perfectly choreographed design ballet. Unfortunately, your sofa, coffee table and chairs do not seem to want to move into position with any sense of grace or style. Don’t stress. In today’s blog, I’ll cover the three major space planning questions with a plan to address them.