Were highlighting talented Black interior designers who are thriving in the industry today. She founded Studio Q Designs in 2012 and has been creating impactful spaces for her clients ever since. What made you decide that being a designer was your calling? The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Amy Sheehan /Studio Q Designs I have always been fascinated by the art of creating beautiful and functional spaces. However, I have come to realize that becoming an interior designer may not be my true calling....

Brigette Mullerisa full-timecontent creatorin Brooklyn, NY. She’s a big homebody who loves thrifting, decorating, and making videos. She’s lived there for two and a half years. The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Amy Sheehan /Brigette Muller How long did it take you to get your apartment to where it is today? Is there anything else major that youd like to do to your apartment? Creating a home really takes time....

Wiliams lives in a 400-square-foot studio apartment in a 125-year-old Brownstone. She’s lived there since November of 2023. “My whole adult life!” The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan / Photo by Claudia Williams she exclaims when asked how long she has been a renter. This experience has equipped her with the skills to make any space her own quickly. Transitioning her apartment into her unique style was immediate. Claudia Williams...

Blake sees the worldand her approach to designthrough an evidently colorful lens. Its inspired by her roots in Jamaica. The island is known for its jewel-toned waters, vibrant carnival scene, and lush forests. The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan /Stacey-Ann Blake Blake sees the North Carolina abode as a vessel to express individuality, unapologetically. Kate Rangel How did you first discover your space? What about it appealed to you?...

Cassandra Noel is an interior decorator andcontent creatorliving in Chicago. She’s been a renter for 10 years and has a passion for interior design. They’ve lived there for two and a half years. The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Amy Sheehan /Cassandra Noel How long did it take you to get your apartment to where it is today? Is there anything else major that youd like to do to your apartment?...

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. The bad news, however, is that its discounting the colorway because it is discontinuing it altogether. We’re bidding farewell to this soft, serene neutral. Le Creuset Visit the link in our bio to shop your favorite pieces (on sale!) before they’re gone for good. The post was met with a resounding nooooo from commenters. Le Creuset Its a timeless classic and was planning this color that fits with my new kitchen reno!...

Living in a cozy 750 sq. We discovered our love formidcentury modern designand thrifting once we lived in LA, Katie reveals. After about 5-6 years, we finally felt as though we honed in on our personal style. The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan /@highboyla Want more design inspiration? The couples journey to personalize their apartment has been marked by several standout finds and DIY projects. Another DIY success involved restoring vintage metal chairs....

Leyden found early inspiration in creative fields, eventually leading him to the world of design. He founded and directsLeyden Lewis Design Studiowhere he honors the rich narratives of his clients. just introduce yourself, and tell us about your upbringing. The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Corinne Mucha /Ashok Sinha Where are you from and what was it like growing up there? I am a New York City nativeborn and raised in East New York and Crown Heights, Brooklyn....

“I adore how calm and bright it is,” Alcorn says of the finished living space. “Natural spaces require lots of layers and contrast,” Alcorn says. She also laid a custom seagrass rug on the floor to bring in more textures. Design byTwo Hands Interiors/ Photo byKristi Hughes For example, the chosen entry table can also function as an additional dining area when guests are over. “You need ample light for reading and gathering,” she says....

Grandbrothers / Getty Images Compostimproves soiland helps both indoor and outdoor plants grow stronger, healthier, and faster. Learn how to build aDIY compost tumblertomake better compostand to do so cleanly and with less effort. What Is Compost? Grandbrothers / Getty Images Why Compost? The drum is raised to waist height for easier access. Paddles on the inside of the barrel lift and tumble the compost as the drum rotates. Vermin such as rats and larger mice cannot get into the compost if the drum is kept sealed....

Belle Morizio Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon know a thing or two about renovating a home. This earned them the “Brownstone Boys” name, and the rest is history. Since then, they designed and renovated over 25 properties for clients and friends. Belle Morizio “We wanted to empower them with knowledge and information to help them feel more comfortable.” “But when you’re not looking, you constantly come across things.” Slocum and Bordelon also suggest collecting inspiration long before starting a renovationthat’s what they did for their home....

The Spruce / Jayme Burrows Trimming hedges the right way keeps them full from top to bottom. When to Trim Hedges Want more gardening tips? Set the stake in slightly from the reach of the longest branches. The Spruce / Jayme Burrows Angle the stake slightly so it “leans in” toward the top of the hedge. On very tall hedges, though, a third interim string on each side might be helpful....

In fact, the apartment traces Smiths lineage in more ways than one. The 900-square-foot apartment now swirls with lilac bed sheets, terracotta cushions, and pink lacquered tables. Kara Roselle Smith How did you first discover your space? The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan /Kara Roselle Smith What about it appealed to you? What immediately drew me in was the brightness of the space. Im really into plants andhaving south-facing windowshas been a dream of mine for a while....