It feels kind of insane to say marble and other natural stones are having a moment right now, since they’ve been “trending” for quite literally centuries, but the past couple of years really have seen a boom in marble, marble alternatives, and natural stone in kitchens and bathrooms. Here’s our guide to marble, marble alternatives, and how to choose, featuring some amazing past ORC projects.

Color is one of the most nuanced elements in any design, and the English language doesn’t make it easy. We have maybe a dozen everyday words for color, but color itself has dozens of distinct properties. The result is a lot of “you know what I mean” conversations that somehow end in the wrong wall paint.

The good news is that you don’t need a degree in color theory to fix this, you just need to master five concepts.

I've tried aging terracotta with garden lime before, but it's surprisingly hard to pull off. Getting that authentic weathered look rather than an obviously painted-on whitewash is genuinely challenging.

Let's talk about how to protect yourself and make sure you can keep DIYing for years to come.

Looking to go green? Green continues to be one of the most versatile and beloved colors in interior design. There are so many gorgeous shades, though, that it can be difficult to know where to begin choosing the best green for your space.

When it comes to architectural detail in your home, there are a number of key terms you’ll encounter, many of which can be a bit mystifying (looking at you, wainscoting).

A crash course on knowing whether or not that FB Marketplace gem is salvageable, if it's worth the time, and where to begin.

When you think of “warm colors” vs “cool colors,” chances are you imagine a color wheel that’s split in half, with warm colors on one side and cool on the other. End of story, right?

Pattern is absolutely everywhere. Materials like wood and marble technically have a pattern, so even the most devout minimalist still has to balance and mix patterns in their home.

Have you ever happened upon a DIY video while scrolling through your social media feed, and felt a sudden urge to start tackling a new project in your home? Research has shown that watching our peers DIY on social media is like a lightbulb moment.

Since the decade so far has been huge for both natural wood tones and collected decor, mixing wood is absolutely a skill you should have in your arsenal, and it’s a piece of cake once you know the basics.

When it comes to interior paint, even your very favorite shade won’t live up to expectations without a well-executed paint job.

One tool every design enthusiast should have in their toolkit is contrast—the difference of value or brightness between colors. The level of contrast in a space can greatly influence the way we feel within them.

Whether you’re needing assistance with the technical side or the creative process, we’ve got you covered below with a complete guide to creating an interior design mood board.

Just like PEMDAS from algebra class, there’s an order of operations for transforming any room.

It's important to have the right lighting to make the most of your time there, and designing the lighting in your home office comes with unique challenges and considerations. From how to decide how many Kelvins you want to gorgeous and inspiring examples, we’ve got you covered in our guide to lighting your home office.

This is Gallery Walls 101, and today we’re learning from the brilliant Beth Diana Smith and the amazing gallery wall she created during her spring ‘20 One Room Challenge® project.

Whether you’re looking to get inspired to try color drenching yourself, or you’re just wondering what in the world color drenching is, you’ve come to the right place.