Washingtonian’s “Ask a Designer” series takes readers’ home design questions and conundrums directly to the experts—interior designers. Struggling to find the best kid-friendly rug for your mudroom?

Designing a home that’s both beautiful and functional doesn’t have to be a daunting (or expensive) task. With a few smart updates and a creative approach, you can elevate any space into something ...

These days, there are many paths toward becoming an interior decorator or building a fulfilling career in interior design. But attending one of the top interior design schools remains a solid route ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. There are lots of interior design trends going away in 2025 that were ...