Beautiful Design Made Simple Spring 2020 Teaser

With this issue, we remain true to our purpose of informing and inspiring beautiful spaces in our readers’ homes, but with a new, simplified, and cleaned-up take on what these spaces provide for our readers. Gain access to the creative minds of award-winning designers to explore the Beauty of Less, learn how to Create the Illusion of Space, and discover ways to Reduce, Reuse, and Restyle in your home. Additional features include our favorite seasonal palettes, a three-part style spotlight, and an inspiring look at the home’s hardest-working spaces. Here’s a sneak peek at what the spring 2020 issue of Beautiful Design Made Simple has in store:

On the Cover: A Fresh Perspective, Enchanting Entryways

Interior design by Rebecca Hay Photography by Jason Hartog

A “catch-all” space to leave shoes, keys, jackets, and other necessary items, the ideal entryway helps to organize your space in a way that also presents your home as your carefully crafted sanctuary. The seven entryways presented deliver dazzling designs that inspire warmth, comfort, and effortless grace. Continue reading >>

Rustic Flooring

A true classic never goes out of style. While interior design trends come and go, timeless design elements will always be a sound investment. Hardwood flooring has proven to be a permanent surface in our homes and continues to be emulated in other flooring options. No matter what shade or species of wood flooring you prefer, nothing will showcase the true character of wood like rustic flooring varieties. Here are a few of our favorite reasons why rustic floors are an undeniable hit with homeowners. Continue reading >>

The Beauty of Less: Exploring Minimalism As A Maximalist

Written by Annie Fair Interior design by Annie Fair Design Photography by Kendall Priest

Let’s say you want to refresh your dining room. As much as possible, empty the room of all unnecessary accessories, décor, and furniture. Keep only what is absolutely required for the room to function. For a typical dining room, that would be your table and chairs. If you want to go a step further, consider if you can abandon your chairs and opt for floor cushions and a low table. Once you’ve determined how you want to dine, then you may invite some of your other pieces back to the party.  However, before we go from stark to stacked, consider the value added by an item versus the amount of space it takes up. Bring back as little as possible. Be strict. I think you can have an elegant dining room by just bringing in three more things. Continue reading >>

Creating the Illusion of Space

Written by Andrea Colman Interior design by Fine Finishes Design Photography by Nicole Aubrey

Flipping through the pages of design and décor magazines today is an excellent source of inspiration for homeowners and dreamers alike. The featured rooms are big and bright, with tons of natural light and an airy feel. Some of the appeal comes from wonderful architecture, high ceilings, and large-scale windows. The rest comes from strategic planning and a sleek designer touch. We are often asked to create a sense of greater space for our clients, and short of a renovation, there are easier ways to achieve that. Here are some of our tried-and-true tricks for making a home feel larger, brighter, and more open. Continue reading >>

Reuse, Recycle, Restyle

Written by Rebecca Hay Interior design by Rebecca Hay Design Photography by Stephani Buchman

There are so many benefits to including older furnishings as part of a new design. First of all, it’s more cost efficient, with some fabulous items either already within your possession or available for purchase at a hefty discount. Repurposing existing furniture is not only greener for your wallet but is also better for the environment—and as we all know, environmentally friendly living starts at home. Continue reading >>