Everything We’re Loving At Wow!house This Year

This article highlights 30 home features that have seen a significant surge in popularity over the past year, according to Realtor.com's annual analysis of hottest home trends. The report identifies fast-rising home features that prospective buyers are increasingly seeking, offering valuable insights for homeowners considering home improvement projects or preparing to list their properties. The increase in popularity is measured by year-over-year growth in listing mentions. Among the top trends, WaterSense Fixtures lead with a remarkable 289.6 percent year-over-year increase. These fixtures are designed to reduce water consumption by at least 20 percent, reflecting a growing consumer interest in sustainability and efficiency. Other notable trends include biophilic and indoor-outdoor design elements, which have seen a 163 percent increase. This trend emphasizes creating seamless transitions between interior and exterior spaces, often through features like Dutch doors or accordion windows that connect kitchens to outdoor areas. Aged metal accents, such as brass and unlacquered finishes, are also gaining traction, with an almost 80 percent rise in popularity. This trend points to a desire for finishes that offer a sense of history and character, balancing traditional aesthetics with modern functionality. Tadelakt and lime plaster are experiencing a moment, particularly in bathrooms, due to their unique textured appearance and waterproofing qualities, offering an alternative to traditional tiling or glass enclosures. Maximalist interiors, characterized by bright colors, statement lighting, and distinctive furniture, have increased by nearly 55 percent. This trend indicates a shift towards more expressive and personalized home decor. Built-in coffee systems are another growing trend, showing a 72 percent boost in interest, highlighting the importance of integrated and convenient amenities in daily routines. Custom built-ins overall, encompassing various storage and functional elements like radiator covers that double as window benches or comprehensive entryway storage, have also seen a nearly 52 percent increase, underscoring the demand for tailored and efficient storage solutions. The article also lists several other popular features including Net-Zero Ready homes, EV Charging capabilities, outdoor low-voltage lighting, home gyms, city skyline views, smart lighting scenes, Zellige tile, hardwired Ethernet/Cat6, two-tone cabinetry, pickleball courts, 220V shop outlets, soundproofing/acoustic panels, cold plunge pools, solar + battery backup systems, fully fenced yards, ERV/HRV ventilation, motorized shades, home offices/Zoom rooms, folding stations/drying racks, and backlit onyx/stone. These trends collectively illustrate a broader movement towards homes that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, sustainable, and cater to modern lifestyles and technological advancements. #HomeFeatures #RealEstateTrends #InteriorDesign #HomeImprovement #SustainableLiving #SmartHome #ArchitecturalStyles #HomeAutomation

The annual WOW!house interiors showcase, now in its third year, is hosted at London's Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour. This event highlights the work of contemporary designers, with the 2024 edition featuring 19 distinct rooms and outdoor spaces, spanning over 500 square meters. Designers like Ken Fulk, Alidad, and Tolù Adèkó meticulously craft each space, focusing on every detail from soft furnishings to atmospheric scents. Claire German, CEO of the Design Centre, emphasizes the event's aim to astonish and inspire by demonstrating the exceptional achievements possible through collaborative efforts within the design industry. The showcase runs until July 4, 2024. Among the featured rooms is the Schumacher Courtyard Bedroom by Veere Grenney Associates. Grenney, a prominent figure in interior design, conceived the space as a tranquil 'one' room, ideal for writing or sitting, and envisioned it with an open fire, stating that only a dog is missing. This room pays tribute to the late American designer Billy Baldwin, known for his clean-cut and minimalist aesthetic, notably applied in John F. Kennedy's White House. Grenney also used this platform to introduce his latest fabric collection for Schumacher, a company with a long history of supplying high-quality materials to esteemed clients. The walls of the bedroom are adorned with a subtle 'Woodman Check' pattern, while a four-poster bed, favored by Grenney, features 'Suffolk Damask' pelmets and swags in a rich brown. Personal touches such as framed photographs, a vase of peonies, and coffee-table books contribute to the inviting atmosphere. Visitors frequently praise the room for its blend of cleanliness, contemporary style, order, precision, and comfort. Benedict Foley’s Zoffany Entrance Hall draws inspiration from Luchino Visconti’s 1963 film, _Il Gattopardo_ (_The Leopard_), infusing the space with a theatrical blend of Italian flair and English elegance. Foley describes the room as an invitation to imagine oneself in a Sicilian palazzo. Zoffany, a manufacturer renowned for its historical research and dedication to preserving traditional crafts, provided the fabrics and wall coverings. The room features luxurious silks in ruby and caramel, along with 'Wool Satin' and 'Long Gallery' brocades, whose designs originated from the Tudor estate Temple Newsam in West Yorkshire. A distinctive earth-toned, checkerboard carpet crafted from British wool by one of England's last skilled weavers completes the flooring. Foley highlights Zoffany's contributions to UK manufacturing and the artistry of fabric mills, describing his design approach as weaving together diverse visual references with a touch of humor, resulting in a vibrant mix of patterns, colors, and textures. The Colefax and Fowler Morning Room, designed by Lucy Hammond Giles, was created by the 2023 House & Garden 'Interior Designer of the Year.' Giles, an associate director at Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler, Britain’s oldest interior decorating firm, aimed to create a cozy, practical daytime room. The design incorporates blue-and-white ceramics, ivory scalloped lanterns, and walls covered in mustard-yellow Larsen linen. The linen curtains are embellished with Colefax and Fowler’s signature block-printed 'Gothic Stripe' silk in a custom chocolate color, meticulously hand-cut and stitched. Giles explains that the morning room is a less formal space than a drawing-room, intended for relaxed activities like enjoying coffee and a newspaper. She also delved into the Colefax and Fowler archives to find a sofa design, ultimately selecting an elegantly curved model initially made for the apartment of former designer Tom Parr and his partner, Fulco di Verdura. This sofa, re-created in a cream fabric with orange ribbon trim, offers a modern yet comfortable aesthetic, providing a perfect and elegant retreat. Jamb London Primary Bedroom, conceived by Charlotte Freemantle and Will Fisher, showcases the evolution of Jamb, a prominent purveyor of antique and reproduction 18th- and 19th-century furniture, lighting, and fireplaces. What began as a south London stall over 20 years ago has transformed into a successful business with a flagship store on Pimlico Road and multiple showrooms in the USA. For WOW!house, Fisher and Fremantle designed a luxurious bedroom enveloped in soft pink silk. The centerpiece is a Chippendale-style four-poster bed, upholstered with antique paisley shawls, complemented by lozenge-shaped mirrors and mahogany pot cupboards inspired by 18th-century cabinetmaker Gillows of Lancaster. The room also features a reproduction Georgian armchair with faux bamboo legs and a significant 18th-century Anglo-Chinese coromandel cabinet adorned with figurative scenes, reflecting historical English fascination with the Far East. A late-19th-century painting of a resting lion by American artist Newbold Hough Trotter is prominently displayed above one of Jamb’s distinctive chimneypieces, crafted from Grigio Carnico marble, completing the Romantic vision. The Sitting Room by Sophie Ashby for United in Design highlights a commitment to diversity and inclusivity in the design industry. Ashby, recognized as one of House & Garden’s 'Top 100' interior designers, co-founded United in Design in 2020 with Alexandria Dauley. The charity aims to provide opportunities for individuals from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds. As this year's WOW!house charity partner, a portion of ticket sales will support inclusivity initiatives throughout 2025. Ashby’s eclectic room reflects the charity’s mission by featuring furniture, fabrics, and art created by Black, Asian, and ethnically diverse talents, including designer B.C. Joshua, photographer Sridhar Balasubramaniyam, and textile artist Dalia James. Notable elements include photographs by Lily Bertrand-Webb, a deaf Dominican-English photographer, and a copy of Ashby’s book, _Studio Ashby: Home Art Soul_, showcasing her decade of work. #InteriorDesign #WOWhouse #ChelseaDesignCentre #VeereGrenney #BenedictFoley #LucyHammondGiles #JambLondon #SophieAshby #UnitedInDesign

The article details House Beautiful's seventh annual Whole Home project, which took place in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, specifically an area between Asheville and Hendersonville. The location was chosen for its culinary scene, high brewery-per-capita ratio, proximity to the Biltmore Estate, vibrant art scene, and scenic views, as well as a local bakery famous for salty chocolate chip cookies. The 4,000-square-foot mountain contemporary home was built in partnership with Sean Sullivan of Living Stone Design + Build, named 2023 National Custom Home Builder of the Year, and Laura Sullivan of ID.ology Interiors & Design, along with 11 other design teams. The initial goal of the project was to celebrate vacation home living and promote downtime. However, the project took an unexpected turn on the final day of the team's visit when Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina. The storm caused significant devastation to the region, including the River Arts District and Biltmore Village, resulting in power outages, loss of communication, and displacement. Although the House Beautiful team was safe, the widespread destruction prompted a shift in the project's mission. The focus moved from design inspiration to supporting the community's rebuilding efforts, highlighting the resilience of the local tradespeople and designers who continued their work despite personal losses. The article emphasizes the collaborative spirit of the project, acknowledging the extensive contributions of Sean and Laura Sullivan, Sarah Caldwell, Jill Jones, Chris Culler, Matthew Jones, Will Hewitt, and a person referred to as “Blackstone,” all of whom played crucial roles in the home's construction and design. Their dedication was particularly notable as many were directly impacted by the hurricane. The home itself is described as energy-efficient, located in the conservation-minded community of Sprout in Hendersonville. It features heating and cooling systems by Trane and window treatments by Hunter Douglas, which contribute to its energy efficiency. The exterior paint colors, Pantalon and Off-Black, are from Farrow & Ball. The article also lists various brand partners, including Architectural Grille, Fabricut, Feeney Railings, Fibreworks, Lee Industries, Minted, Monogram, Harlequin, Serena & Lily, Spoonflower, The Container Store, Visual Comfort & Co., and Wayfair Professional. House Beautiful also partnered with Wellness Within Your Walls, an organization dedicated to educating and guiding on reducing toxins in living environments, reflecting a commitment to meaningful and healthy design. The article concludes by encouraging readers to visit the region when it is ready, not only for its natural beauty and culinary delights but also to support its recovery. The full story of the home will be featured in the November/December 2024 issue of House Beautiful, which is scheduled to be released on November 26. #InteriorDesign #HomeTours #NorthCarolina #HurricaneHelene #SustainableDesign #HomeDecor #DesignPartnerships #CommunitySupport

The WOW!house 2025, an annual showcase at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, features 22 rooms designed by prominent interior designers, offering a wealth of creative and forward-thinking ideas for home decoration. This year's event is notable for its immersive experience, including a spectacular Georgian townhouse façade within the entrance hall. The showcased designs span classical to modern styles, all crafted by A-list designers who, free from client constraints, presented unbridled artistic visions. The article highlights six particularly ingenious design ideas observed at the event. One standout is Alex Dauley's 'Room for Two,' a media room sponsored by Nucleus, which brilliantly integrates technology into its design. A hidden bar is revealed by a lifting artwork, and a speaker is ingeniously concealed behind another piece of art, with the sound passing through a specially translated textile. The room also features dramatic mood lighting and a luxurious built-in sofa in rich terracotta velvet, creating an ideal setting for movie nights. Another innovative concept comes from Staffan Tollgård's home office, characterized by its bold use of pattern. The walls are covered with Phillip Jeffries' Modern Muse wallpaper, a large-scale geometric pattern handcrafted from wood veneers, offering a tactile experience. Tollgård advocates for using strong graphic patterns on all four walls, challenging the conventional wisdom of limiting them to feature walls. The design effectively utilizes the room's narrow dimensions, enveloping the viewer in the pattern, while furniture like the Bean desk by Ceccotti Collezioni adds comfort with its gentle curves. Laura Hammett's Art Deco bathroom design offers a fresh appreciation for the style, which is celebrating its centenary. Hammett applied geometric Art Deco motifs to both the architecture of the bathroom and its specific design elements, such as the mirror and vanity. A notable detail is the 'champagne ledge' on the vanity, a small protruding surface that enhances functionality by providing usable countertop space and a convenient spot for a drink, demonstrating a thoughtful approach to user interaction within the space. Brigitta Spinocchia Freund's 'curator's room' is distinguished by its eclecticism and artistic flair. This space, sponsored by Stark carpet, blends a diverse range of materials, patterns, and sculptural forms, functioning as both a parlor and an art gallery. Spinocchia Freund emphasized a cross-pollination of mediums, incorporating fashion, art, and textiles, and collaborating with artists like Roksanda on a Corbusier-inspired ceiling. This approach highlights a shift towards interiors as platforms for showcasing new and iconic talent across various creative fields. The spectacular bathroom designed by 1508 London, sponsored by House of Rohl, excels in its use of lighting to create different moods. Associate Paris Albert demonstrated how various lighting settings, including 'Reflection,' 'Ritual,' and 'Reverie,' can transform the space for unwinding, bathing, or evoking cultural narratives. The design, with its shower enclosure reveals, ensures that the light looks beautiful regardless of the chosen setting. Finally, Peter Mikic's dining room, featuring sunny yellow hues like Benjamin Moore's Broadway Lights, exudes brightness and joy. Mikic, collaborating with Benjamin Moore, designed the space with subtle nods to his Australian heritage, including hand-painted wall panels inspired by Indigenous art and a mural depicting his emigration. The room combines glamour with comfort, featuring a mix of new and antique pieces and inviting textures, such as a custom dining table with colorful stones set in resin. The designer's goal was to create a dinner party atmosphere where no one would want to leave, underscoring a growing trend towards the revival of formal dining rooms. The WOW!house exhibition runs from June 3rd to July 3rd, offering visitors the opportunity to experience these innovative designs firsthand. #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #DesignTrends #WOWhouse2025 #LuxuryInteriors #TechIntegration #PatternUse #ArtDeco #LightingDesign

Living rooms serve as central gathering spaces, offering relaxation and often forming the focal point of a home. Consequently, they are a prime area for interior design focus. The article highlights various living room design inspirations from homes featured in 2018, catering to different aesthetic preferences, from minimalist to bohemian. One prominent style discussed is Clean Minimalist, characterized by natural materials, neutral color palettes, and uncluttered spaces. Examples include Jesse Kamm’s L.A. space, which, despite being an office, showcases minimalist perfection. Melanie Burstin’s 650-square-foot L.A. home demonstrates how clean lines and minimal decor can prevent smaller rooms from feeling claustrophobic. Kate Zimmerman’s Texas vacation home, with its lighter woods and whitewashed built-ins, provides a soft-toned, minimalist backdrop. The Maximalist Eclectic style is also explored, featuring bold colors, diverse textiles, and unique decorative items. Christina Bryant’s home is noted for its daring color palette, including walls and built-ins painted to match, alongside an eclectic mix of textiles. Erin Walsh’s Brooklyn home illustrates how maximalism can be achieved without painting walls, by integrating color and prints through accent pieces. A Palm Springs home exemplifies decorating with vibrant colors like red by scattering the primary hue in small doses throughout the space. Annabel Mehran’s L.A. home masterfully combines patterns by keeping larger furniture pieces in solid colors and linking dominant accent colors to the paint scheme. The Cozy and Collected aesthetic emphasizes carefully curated items and a homey feel. Jen Samson’s Laguna Beach home is presented as an example, showcasing traditional style with pared-back accents. Emily Farnham’s bungalow offers a modern take on rustic design, blending contemporary colors with collected artwork, cozy textiles, and charming finishes. Colorful Contemporary designs are characterized by punchy colors and sleek pieces. A Manhattan Beach living room is highlighted for its minimal appearance yet high visual interest due to bold hues. Miranda Starcevic’s Brooklyn apartment combines unexpected, funky touches with a modern and playful sensibility, suggesting a tonal palette and abstract artwork. Timothy Goodman’s NYC studio, reflecting his graphic design background, is described as peak colorful minimalist, using bright primary colors against clean furniture lines. A tiny San Francisco home features an electric blue loveseat and citron yellow sofa, balanced by a pared-back surrounding to avoid an overly eclectic look. Finally, the Globally Inspired Bohemian style is showcased. Amanda Dawbarn’s Playa Del Rey home, influenced by her travels to Italy and Greece, displays a minimal Mediterranean aesthetic with a neutral palette and bohemian accents. Amhalise Morgan’s Brooklyn brownstone, filled with antique finds from around the world, illustrates intentional decorating through collected pieces. A Los Angeles home combines “Spanish glam meets California cool,” blending contemporary elements like a pink velvet couch and brass accents with old-school charm from tiling and antique rugs.

The annual WOW!house at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, showcases 22 immersive spaces designed by a mix of established and emerging talents. This year's exhibition, on view from June 2 to July 3, offers a comprehensive look at current design trends, featuring contributions from designers like Alessandra Branca, Chad Dorsey, and Peter Mikic. The showhouse serves as a source of inspiration for both full-scale redesigns and minor refreshes, highlighting innovative approaches to spatial planning, color palettes, and luxurious yet livable layering. The following outlines key design ideas observed at the showhouse. The entrance hall, designed by Victoria Davar of Maison Artefact, creates a theatrical ambiance reminiscent of a country château. Davar raised the ceiling to five meters and installed a floating staircase, an antique stone floor, and traditional joinery. The space is adorned with an 18th-century Norwegian table and Pierre Forsell candleholders. A spiraling ‘Oak Leaf’ chandelier by Cox London serves as a dramatic focal point, emphasizing the impact of nature-inspired, large-scale pieces in an entryway. Chad Dorsey’s Fromental Drawing Room combines American and British Arts and Crafts influences. The room features a bespoke Strike fireplace, Alexander Lamont’s ‘Kita’ lamp, Kyle Bunting’s custom leather chequerboard rug, and Romo’s cinnamon chevron textiles. Fromental’s hand-painted ‘Kiku’ wallcovering extends across the walls, ceiling, and door casings, creating an immersive, atmospheric effect. Tommaso Franchi of Tomèf Design created a Venetian-inspired primary bedroom and sitting room, showcasing Italian craftsmanship. Franchi blended modern and historic elements using Fortuny textiles, Bonacina’s handwoven rattan, and Barovier&Toso;’s Murano glass. Draped fabric panels on the walls and upholstered doors add softness, warmth, and a cinematic quality to the space. Ben Pentreath Studio’s unfitted kitchen presents a Greco-Gothic fantasy with bold colors, eccentric details, and a focus on craft. Designed by Rupert Cunningham, Leo Kary, and Alice Montgomery, the kitchen features delicate wooden storage shelving from Lopen Joinery, allowing the architectural background and wall color to show through, blending practicality with poetic design. Alessandra Branca’s bedroom features a canopy bed wrapped in Casa Branca’s patterned linens, inspired by Mongiardino and David Hicks. The design combines classical references with sculptural pieces by Timothy Schreiber and Francis Sultana. ‘Paisley’ walls and striped drapery, alongside antiques from Rose Uniacke and Hawker Antiques, create a soft, luxurious, and hospitable environment. Alex Dauley’s media room, in collaboration with Nucleus, is a warm, cocoon-like space. Fully upholstered walls, ceilings, and a fitted custom rug in amber and walnut shades create an enveloping atmosphere. Hidden smart sound and lighting technology from Nucleus, along with handcrafted walnut and bronze shelving and sculptural lighting, add sophistication. The room also highlights pieces by Black artisans, including Darren Appiagyei’s raw wood vessels and Danielle McKinney’s giclée print. Emma Sims-Hilditch’s courtyard room, a boot room and dog snug, demonstrates that functional spaces can be stylish. It incorporates a marble sink for muddy vegetables and an elegant dog shower. Layered with antiques, bespoke craft, and hand-painted Delft tiles by Marlborough Tiles, this space highlights a modern trend of dedicating comfortable areas for pets. Daniel Slowik’s chartreuse morning room, designed with Treasure House Fair, emphasizes romantic restraint. The walls are covered in hand screen-printed cotton poplin with a trompe-l’œil pattern. Notably, large, ruffled frilled cushions made from Nuthall Temple fabrics add a witty and indulgent contrast to the room's unique antiques and art. Nicola Harding’s powder room, created with Drummonds, features a tented aubergine silk ceiling, transforming the small space into a magical retreat. Layers of patterned fabric, glossy tiles, and brass and mirrored finishes create a sensory experience. Harding’s bespoke rug-covered cabinetry and playful furnishings, combined with Drummonds’ elegant fittings, show how small spaces can achieve significant dramatic impact. Pirajean Lees’ circular sanctuary, wrapped in Dedar fabrics, is a sensory experience inspired by music, particularly jazz. Wool satin curtains, wild silk, and velvet mohair cover custom bookcases and a desk, with case designs referencing musical instrument trunks. A curving bespoke sofa, a custom Jennifer Manners rug, and a sculptural “Record” chair invite deep listening and pause. Peter Mikic’s dining room is a vibrant celebration of color, featuring Benjamin Moore’s ‘Broadway Lights’ yellow. The room includes an atomic chandelier, a bespoke dining table by Kaizen inlaid with semi-precious stones, and hand-painted trompe l’oeil panels. Billy Metcalfe’s abstract mural electrifies the back wall with sweeping strokes of green, blue, and red, creating a full-color feast. #DesignTrends #ShowhouseDesign #InteriorDecor #LuxuryInteriors #ColorPalettes #CustomFurnishings #ArchitecturalDetails #LondonDesign #HomeStyling

The WOW!house 2025, a significant interior design showcase held at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour, is presented as a pop-up network of 22 distinct display rooms and outdoor spaces. This event, now in its fourth year, has become a prominent fixture for design enthusiasts and professionals globally, offering a glimpse into emerging interior design trends and prevailing themes. Each space within the showhouse is meticulously crafted by designers with established pedigrees, showcasing their individual design philosophies and theoretical attachments while demonstrating aesthetic refinement. Key highlights from the exhibition include the first-ever entrance courtyard by Alexander Hoyle, which features a classic English garden sensibility with architectural stonework by Artorious Faber. The facade, designed by Darren Price of Adam Architecture, exemplifies Georgian architectural principles through its scale, proportion, and symmetrical design. Victoria Davar of Maison Artefact created an opulent entrance hall, inspired by a modern-day Peggy Guggenheim, incorporating sculptural pieces by Cox London and other artisanal items. Chad Dorsey’s drawing room is envisioned as an Arts and Crafts space transformed into an exclusive social club, distinguished by floral wall coverings from Fromental. Staffan Tollgård’s study emphasizes both utility and decoration, featuring a monochromatic, moody atmosphere with wall coverings by Phillip Jeffries, designed to inspire contemplation. Alex Dauley’s media room is a lesson in textural layering, incorporating a Julian Chichester sofa, a custom Porta Romana lamp, and surround sound by Nucleus. Brigitta Spinocchia Freund’s ‘The Curators Room’ exclusively showcases work by women artists, with bespoke rug designs by Stark. Tomèf Design collaborated with Italian brands Fortuny, Bonacina, and Barovier&Toso; to create a primary bedroom celebrating Italian design, evoking the grandeur of Venetian palaces. The primary bathroom by 1508 London, sponsored by House of Rohl, balances practicality with aesthetics, featuring basins and a bath resulting from a collaboration between Victoria + Albert and Sophie-Elizabeth Thompson. Daniel Slowik’s morning room is a tribute to British art collector Richard Wallace, with furnishings sourced from dealers at the Treasure House Fair. Goddard Littlefair’s courtyard blends Andalusian, Moorish, and North African influences, featuring organic tones and outdoor fabrics by Perennials and Sutherland. Emma Sims-Hilditch’s courtyard room, a quintessential English country boot room/dog room, demonstrates the decorative potential of utilitarian spaces with Delft tiles and floral wallpaper. Alessandra Branca’s romantic bedroom is adorned with textiles and wallpapers from her Casa Branca brand’s new Srinagar collection. Laura Hammett’s bathroom celebrates the centenary of Art Deco, featuring an enormous vanity unit clad in Calacatta Oro marble by Ca’ Pietra and made by Ashton Bespoke, with taps from Samuel Heath. Kelly Hoppen’s living room focuses on light to create atmosphere, with lighting by Visual Comfort & Co. The library by Pirajean Lees is designed with acoustics in mind, promoting a relaxed listening experience with luxurious fabrics from Dedar. Nicola Harding’s powder room, a collaboration with Drummonds, showcases a bold approach to color and traditional English design with Bejmat tiles and a silk-tented ceiling. Peter Mikic’s dining room is a vibrant space with a retro inspiration, utilizing Benjamin Moore paints. Toni Black of Blacksheep designed a home bar with handmade joinery and furniture by Shepel’, aiming for a warm and welcoming atmosphere. James Thurstan Waterworth’s snug offers an eccentric, uncurated aesthetic, with artisan lighting by Hector Finch. The kitchen by Ben Penreath Studio is an “unfitted kitchen” designed to evoke a vast country house, built in collaboration with Lopen Joinery. Finally, Randle Siddeley’s garden terrace, in partnership with McKinnon and Harris, is an ultimate summer entertaining spot designed to inspire indoor-outdoor living. The WOW!house 2025 event runs until July 3rd, offering a unique opportunity to explore these diverse and expertly designed spaces. #WOWhouse2025 #InteriorDesign #DesignShowcase #LuxuryInteriors #ChelseaHarbour #ArchitecturalDesign #HomeDecoration #EmergingTrends #DesignInspiration

The seventh annual Whole Home, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains between Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina, features a 4,000-square-foot contemporary design with a focus on both aesthetic appeal and functionality. The interior highlights custom organizational solutions from The Container Store, particularly in its numerous closets, which are designed to be as impressive as the surrounding mountain views. The home's design integrates various product lines from The Container Store to maximize storage and enhance the visual appeal of different spaces. In the primary bedroom, the spacious walk-in closet is outfitted with custom built-ins from The Container Store's Preston collection. These units include champagne-hued, fawn wardrobe units with aluminum-framed glass doors in a matte gold finish, designed to display favorite items. Dimmable European LED lighting and five-piece Shaker-style cabinetry with clear-glass panels in a refined fawn finish contribute to a chic, boutique-like atmosphere, ideal for showcasing accessories. Artisan Rattan Cane Bins provide both style and discreet storage for less frequently used items. The Harmony wall organizer, with its matte gold finish and winter-white man-made leather, offers extensive hooks for jewelry and scarves, while a tilt-out hamper with built-in laundry bags keeps laundry out of sight. The guest bedrooms and hallway closets feature The Container Store's new Décor+ by Elfa custom-space line. These spaces incorporate dimmable LED lighting, solid birch veneers and trim in various finishes, 20-inch deep drawers with soft-close mechanisms, and sophisticated hardware in brass and brushed silver. These details enhance both the functionality and aesthetic appeal of these secondary storage areas, ensuring a delightful experience for visitors. The garage, often a space prone to clutter, has been transformed into an organized and functional area using the new Garage+ by Elfa system. Designed by Iron House Design team Jim and Tanya Ryno, this system utilizes powder-coated steel in a platinum finish. It includes open shelving, full-extension drawers, and locking metal cabinets on casters, complemented by pegboards. This setup provides aesthetically pleasing storage for gardening tools, outdoor equipment, and other essentials, keeping them accessible yet tidy. A heavy-duty work surface and LED lighting are also incorporated, making the garage suitable for various projects. #WholeHome #TheContainerStore #HomeOrganization #ClosetDesign #InteriorDesign #StorageSolutions #CustomClosets #Elfa

This article explores a curated selection of holiday decor items available at Lowe's, suitable for both autumn and winter seasons. The piece emphasizes the importance of outdoor holiday decorations in creating a festive atmosphere and highlights Lowe's as a reliable retailer for such items due to its diverse offerings and affordability. The article details ten specific products from Lowe's exclusive 'Holiday Living' brand, providing descriptions, dimensions, and practical considerations for each. These products range from autumn-themed items like pumpkins and wreaths to winter and Christmas decorations such as pre-lit garlands, LED ornaments, animated deer, nutcrackers, lamp post yard decorations, and a large pop-up snowman. The autumn decor section introduces the Holiday Living Harvest Orange Pumpkin, a lifelike 13.5-inch foam pumpkin ideal for covered outdoor areas, and the Holiday Living Harvest Wreath, a 22-inch fall foliage-inspired wreath with a grapevine base, suitable for both doors and indoor displays. The Holiday Living Harvest LED Wood Lantern, an 18-inch tall lantern with autumn leaves, mini pumpkins, and an LED candle, is presented as an item that adds height and light to porch arrangements, powered by three triple-A batteries. Transitioning to winter and Christmas decor, the article features the Holiday Living Pre-Lit Madison Pine Artificial Garland, a nine-foot garland with clear incandescent lights and pinecones, suitable for indoor or outdoor use. The Holiday Living LED Pop Up Silver Ornament, a 30-inch tall and 24-inch wide light-up ornament with cool white LED lights and a metal base, is highlighted for its easy installation and storage. The Holiday Living Frost Berry Flocked Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath is described as a classic 26-inch winter wreath with frosted tips, iced berries, pinecones, and multi-function LED lights, battery-operated for convenience. For animated outdoor displays, the Holiday Living LED Gold Deer Blow Mold, a 26-inch tall golden deer with a green wreath and removable antlers, is presented as an elegant option for both indoor and outdoor settings. Larger-than-life decorations include the Holiday Living White & Gold Nutcracker, a 6-foot tall pop-up nutcracker with an easy-to-assemble metal frame, weather-resistant fabric, and warm LED lights, designed for outdoor use with yard stakes. The Holiday Living Lamp Post Yard Decoration, another impressive six-footer, is noted for its nostalgic charm with pre-lit greenery and a flame-tip bulb, though it requires anchoring for outdoor stability. Lastly, the Holiday Living LED Pop Up Snowman, a 7-foot tall and 54-inch wide snowman with warm white lights and attachable multicolored string lights, is praised for its size, easy installation, and collapsible design for storage. The article concludes by offering practical advice on choosing holiday decor, suggesting considerations such as color and theme coordination with existing home exteriors, the reusability and storage of items, electrical requirements for lighted decorations, and weatherproofing for outdoor use in various climates. The author's expertise in home decor and selection process from Lowe's extensive collection are also briefly mentioned to establish credibility. #HolidayDecor #OutdoorDecor #AutumnDecor #WinterDecor #ChristmasDecorations #Lowes #HomeImprovement #SeasonalDecor #DIYHomeDecor