Decorators like to say every room tells a story. But Melissa LaSalle, known on Instagram as “The Book Mommy,” felt that after some choppy additions, her 1930s Colonial- style home outside Washington, D.C., had lost the plot. She enlisted interior designer Melissa Colgan, formerly an editor at Martha Stewart Weddings, Elle Decor, and House Beautiful (and part of this year’s Next Wave class), to revise its story by reworking the layout to suit her family of four—with plenty of reading nooks, of course.
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Colors of the World
An old-worldamansion rendered anew, a jungle enclave enriched sical decor, or a freestanding treehouse perched on the glittering Pacific coastline bold hotel design has the power to unleash the imagination and cement a sense of place. Beyond the scenic landscapes they occupy, these luxury properties are travel experiences in themselves, with scene-setting details spanning from clever color palettes and artisanal textures to historic architecture and bespoke furniture.
Q: What paint color is as versatile as a little black dress?
“Like an infinitely wearable LBD, a great paint color can give home interiors eternal flexibility, so I asked experts and designers to share their go-to shade.”
Gazing Inward
A newly built West Palm Beach home's sense of place comes from within.
Risky Business
A home in the heart of North Carolina pushes— almost beyond—the limits of layered vibrancy.
EURO STAR
Bright paint, glossy tiles, and custom cabinetry turn a once-cramped California kitchen into a sunlit oasis worthy of a Provengal farmhouse
Washington's Heights
A house in the Pacific Northwest gets the ultimate California cool treatment, making a family of transplants feel right at home
New Build, Old Soul
This circa 2021 home in Birmingham, Alabama, could pass for a historic landmark
PRECIOUS STONE
Marble has never been so versatile: One designer uses the material in three surprising ways
Palette Pleasers
Neutrals are, well, neutral—they blend in with everything. But some design enthusiasts prefer to stand out. “Our clients’ appetite for color has increased in the last year as they look to embrace their personal inspiration and preferences versus planning for resale,” says designer Emilie Munroe of Studio Munroe. Striking and chic, colorful cabinetry can do the heavy lifting in a renovation, setting a tone and making the space look carefully considered and beautifully finished. Play up the mood by matching cabinets to the window trim, island, and appliances. And remember, a colorful kitchen is vivid and versatile. Should you decide to switch up your space, all you need is a fresh coat of paint
French Connection
A historic home in Montecito, California, gets a lift that honors its European roots
