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Megan Lewis

Megan is an interior designer who believes every space should feel personal and inviting. With a background in home styling, she helps readers find creative ways to mix comfort, function, and timeless design in everyday living. Her approach focuses on designing for real life — spaces that are both beautiful and lived-in.

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Elegant white multi-tiered crown molding installed along the ceiling line of a beige or light tan room.

What Is Crown Molding? Types, Costs, and How to Choose

Crown molding is a simple architectural detail that can add a finished look to any room, but the right style, material, and proportions are key to getting the best result. Once reserved for grand buildings and historic homes, crown molding is now available in styles and materials that fit almost any budget or interior design. […]

A symmetrical narrow living room with a central beige sofa, two side-facing armchairs, minimalist art, and warm neutral decor.

Rectangular Long Narrow Living Room Layout Tips

Long, narrow living rooms feel like hallways. That is the problem. The room is not too small. The furniture arrangement is wrong. A well-planned rectangular long narrow living room layout creates balance, improves movement, and makes every area feel intentional. The right arrangement turns an awkward corridor into a space that works every day. This post covers tested layout ideas, exact […]

Side-by-side planks of wood flooring in four distinct shades, from light natural to dark brown.

Types of Wood Flooring: Styles, Costs, and Installation Tips

Your floor sets the tone for everything above it. It is the first thing you feel underfoot and the last detail that ties a room together. The right wood floor looks good from day one and holds up well over time. It ages with character and adds real value to your home. With so many […]

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17 Bathroom Shelf Decor Ideas That Work for Any Space

Your bathroom shelves are probably holding products you stopped using two months ago. That cluttered look is the first thing you see each morning. It makes the whole room feel less put-together. The right bathroom shelf decor ideas fix this fast. No renovation required. This post covers ideas for every bathroom style. You will also find a […]

A collage of retro 70s interior rooms featuring orange velvet sofas, wood paneling, vintage decor, and a teal kitchen.

How to Bring Vintage 1970s Style Into Every Room

I have always believed that the best rooms feel like they grew with you. That is exactly what a retro 70s house interior does. It is warm, lived-in, and full of personality. Picture earthy tones, curved furniture, soft lighting, and layered textures coming together to create a space that feels relaxed rather than rigid. You […]

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12 Wall Texture Types: Costs, Uses, and Tips for Every Room

Wall texture types convert plain walls into visually rich surfaces that add depth, character, and functionality to any space. From the bumpy finish of popcorn texture to the marble-like appearance of Venetian Plaster, the options are wide and varied. Choosing the right wall texture depends on room type, budget, and maintenance needs. This post covers […]

Collage of hallways showing four board-and-batten styles: classic white, all-one-color, deep green, and wood top cap shelf.

Creative Board and Batten Designs to Upgrade Your Hallway

Plain hallway walls are one of those problems that paint alone never fully fixes. Then I added a board-and-batten hallway treatment halfway up the wall. The space went from forgettable to finished in a single weekend. It is one of those upgrades that look far more expensive than they are. A few boards, some paint, […]

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27 Small House Open Concept Kitchen Ideas

Small house, big dreams. Your kitchen and living room share one space, but right now it feels cramped and messy. Cooking while guests sit three feet away? That’s awkward. Clutter is everywhere because there’s nowhere to hide it? Frustrating. Open-concept layouts can make tiny homes feel twice their size. The secret is knowing which design […]

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Tile Layout Patterns for Floors and Walls

The wrong tile pattern can make an expensive renovation look cheap in seconds. Most people spend weeks choosing the perfect tile, then ruin the final look with the wrong layout. The pattern matters more than most people realize. It changes how large a room feels, where your eye moves, and how polished the finished space […]

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11 Decorative Painting Techniques for Walls

A fresh coat of paint can change the entire feel of a room. But the real difference comes from the painting techniques you choose for the walls. Most of us just grab a roller, dive in, and cross our fingers. But that’s usually how you end up with patchy spots, frustrating streaks, and a weekend […]

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12 Wall Decor Ideas for Above the Bed in Any Bedroom

The wall above your bed is the first thing you see every morning. Most people leave it blank for years. That blank space is not a design choice. It is just a decision that keeps getting pushed off. I know because I see it in almost every bedroom I walk into as an interior designer. […]

White shaker cabinets vs traditional wood cabinets in a bright kitchen showing styling contrasts.

Shaker vs Traditional Cabinets Know Before You Buy

Most of my clients come to me with the same question. They have a renovation budget. They have ideas saved on their phones. But when it comes to choosing between shaker cabinets vs traditional, they freeze. It makes sense. Cabinets set the tone for the whole room. Get the right cabinet, and everything else falls […]

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