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Curated by award-winning interior designer Holly Becker, decor8 is a visual diary designed to inspire those who long to connect more deeply with their spaces, infuse emotion into their decorating, and find joy in the art of styling. This blog, launched in January 2006, has won numerous awards and was, at its the peak, the most-read design blog in the world. Though times have changed, and blogs have evolved, the beloved decor8 blog is still one that Holly keeps active, celebrating the beauty of home, creativity, and meaningful design as she shares soulful glimpses into her world and those whom she admires. Whether it’s a lovely home tour, a thoughtfully styled vignette, or a handmade treasure discovered on her travels, come along as she explores the magic of design that tells a story... Layered, lived-in, and full of love.Viva la blogging!
A Letter From Holly
Hello everyone, how are you doing? I hope well, and I hope that you are enjoying a nice Spring/almost Summertime. As per usual, I am doing fine just feeling a bit like talking to you today since I rarely really TALK to you anymore like I used to. And I'm missing that quite a lot. In fact, I miss the conversations I once had online, period. The internet, with bloggers and
10 Interiors Trends Spotted at Salone del Mobile 2018 with Design Diffusion in Milan
I was so happy this year to work for Milan-based publishing house, Design Diffusion, to tour some of their favorite spots around Salone del Mobile 2018 with some of my favorite blogger colleagues. Last year, the tour was very good but this year, it was fantastic. I can't wait to share my report and also 10 trends that I spotted as I explored each stand.
Dimore Gallery Crush - Milan Design Week 2018
Dimore Gallery, founded by genius, gorgeous and extra create couple Emiliano Salci and Britt Moran, blew me away this year. Last year, their gallery was more literal with rooms and scenes that you could imagine living in. This year, they flipped everything that was right into a very good "wrong" that worked somehow and stimulated my imagination like crazy.
Marcel Wanders: The Five Seasons for Alessi, Milan Launch Party
Iconic Italian brand, Alessi, has produced everyday designer objects since 1921. In fact, most of us have a few products from them in our home, most likely the kitchen. They frequently partner with some of the best
8 Ways To Decorate Around a Flat Screen TV
Let’s talk about your television for a moment, the pink elephant in the room of every interior design book… It is always there but please don’t look at it!!! I’m willing to bet that the rooms on websites and apps that you’re saving rarely show a TV – am I right? It’s just one of those things
5 Home Decor Ideas To Steal From This Vintage Dutch Shop
Hi everyone, it’s Holly Marder again and this time I have a beautiful shop tour to share with you! Vintage Curators is a Haarlem (Netherlands) based sustainable clothing boutique with maker and entrepreneur Marije Cnossen at the helm.
6 DIY Easter Tabletop Ideas and a Gorgeous Cake Recipe
Hi, dear decor8 readers. This is Anke, would you like some Easter inspiration for your celebrations this weekend? Great, because I've prepared some easy DIY-ideas for your cherished moments with family and friends that will take you mere moments to pull together.
My Chat with Jonathan Adler and his Launch Party at KaDeWe Berlin
Hello friends! I have a very special guest today on decor8, Mr. Jonathan Adler himself! Swoon! I had the pleasure of working with Jonathan and his team recently because he officially launched Jonathan Adler Germany and I got to be a part of that, which was an absolute honor and career highlight for me.
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