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Can Carter or Can't He?

Posted by Caren – April 29, 2008 1:14 PM
Tags: carter can, carter oosterhouse

Listen to our podcast with Carter Oosterhouse to learn the secrets to his building success and how he stays humble. Continue reading »

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Ask Carter Oosterhouse Anything

Posted by Caren – April 1, 2008 4:49 PM
Tags: carter oosterhouse, podcast

Have a question for the king of building green? Now's your chance. Continue reading »

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Ask Lauren Lake Your Kitchen Design Questions

Posted by Caren – March 12, 2008 5:16 PM
Tags: kitchen, lauren lake

Ever wonder which paint color to use in your kitchen? How about the best material for a kitchen backsplash? Designer Lauren Lake has the answers. Continue reading »

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Design Happens Podcast: Kim Myles On Design Star

Posted by Caren – March 6, 2008 9:48 AM
Tags: kim myles, podcast

An HGTV.com exclusive! Listen in as we talk about the drama of Design Star with Kim Myles, host of the upcoming show Myles of Style. Continue reading »

Speed Dating With Candice Olson

Posted by Caren – March 4, 2008 2:30 PM
Tags: candice olson, designer

If you could ask designer Candice Olson of Divine Design one thing, what would it be? Continue reading »

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The Designer 8: Sara Bengur

Posted by Caren – February 27, 2008 10:20 AM
Tags: designer 8

Designer Sara Bengur spent her younger years among Washington, D.C., Turkey, Istanbul and Maine. The result? Exotic, eclectic interiors. Continue reading »

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Design Happens Podcast

Posted by Caren – February 18, 2008 4:47 PM
Tags: kim myles, podcast

An HGTV.com exclusive! Listen in as we kick off our podcast series with the very stylish Kim Myles, host of the upcoming show Myles of Style. Continue reading »

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For the Love of Fabric

Posted by Caren – January 22, 2008 5:01 PM
Tags: fabric, shop

Here's a few of our favorite places to buy fabric; plus, ideas for how to use fabric to decorate your home. Continue reading »

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The Designer 8: Andrew Suvalsky

Posted by Caren – January 14, 2008 5:41 PM
Tags: designer 8, designers

Recently named one of the top 10 designers to watch under 40, Andrew Suvalsky's as humble as they come. Learn about his secret shame, his wardrobe and if he'd let someone else decorate his home. Continue reading »

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Meet Steve Watson of Don't Sweat It

Posted by Caren – January 10, 2008 5:44 PM
Tags: hgtv hosts, on-air, steve watson

Steve is one laid-back guy who really knows his way around power tools. Get to know more about the man behind the hammer. Continue reading »

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Shop: Curly Girl Design

Posted by Caren – January 9, 2008 11:03 AM
Tags: art, shop

For witty cards and empowering wall art, check out this shop that sells handmade inspiration worldwide in an earth-friendly way. Continue reading »

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Tanya Whelan of Grand Revival Design

Posted by Caren – January 8, 2008 9:30 AM
Tags: fabric

Lovers of Shabby Chic and Romantic style are sure to fall in love with this designer's cozy, vintage fabrics. Continue reading »

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The Designer 8: Caroline Vesey

Posted by Caren – December 25, 2007 9:00 AM
Tags: designer 8

See what the international designer has to say about feng shui, the color she can't stand and who she'd let decorate her home in our exclusive interview. Continue reading »

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The Designer 8: Amanda Moore of re:place

Posted by Caren – December 20, 2007 9:00 AM
Tags: designer 8

See what designer Amanda Moore had to say about her wardrobe, the ugliest decade for design and which people should never be allowed to decorate. Continue reading »

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Fashion-Forward Home Decor

Posted by Caren – December 17, 2007 2:24 PM
Tags: fashion

Now you can match your purse to your home decor with chic finds from Dolce & Gabbana, Hermes and Michael Kors. Continue reading »

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The Day I Met Carter Oosterhouse

Posted by Caren – December 5, 2007 9:56 AM
Tags: carter can, carter oosterhouse, on-air

If you could meet Carter, what would you ask him? Continue reading »

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Room Tour: Liz Levin's Nursery

Posted by Caren – December 3, 2007 5:01 PM
Tags: liz levin, nursery

Want to design a magazine-worthy nursery for your newborn? Here's how one designer did it, and how you can, too! Continue reading »

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High End Design at Decorati.com

Posted by Caren – October 17, 2007 3:51 PM
Tags: designers, high end design

Why shop design companies individually when you can get them all in one place? Continue reading »

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Linkfest Friday: Art and Crafts

Posted by Caren – October 12, 2007 2:09 PM
Tags: artwork, crafts, etsy, indie shops, linkfest, toilet art, wall decor

See what our decorating editor has rounded up this week on the Web — from decorated bathroom scales to sheer window treatments. Continue reading »

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Learning to Love Hollywood Regency

Posted by Caren – October 11, 2007 9:00 AM
Tags: designers, hollywood regency

Don't judge Hollywood glamour by looks alone. This style isn't just a trend that's hot right now — find out how it's actually a way of life. Continue reading »

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Civility Design's Hollywood Regency Picks

Posted by Caren – October 11, 2007 8:00 AM
Tags: designers, guest blogger, hollywood regency

Want to direct your home toward Hollywood Regency style? Try casting some of these pieces worthy of a best supporting role in your A-list interiors. Continue reading »

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Candice Olson's Glamorous Ollie Sofa

Posted by Caren – October 8, 2007 10:32 AM
Tags: candice olson, hollywood regency, sofa

If you think the Hollywood Glamour look isn't for you, allow us to introduce you to Candice Olson's comfy new sofa for Norwalk Furniture. Continue reading »

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Chatting With Carter Oosterhouse

Posted by Caren – October 2, 2007 4:11 PM
Tags: carter oosterhouse, eco-friendly, high point furniture, ihfm

Carter's new show on HGTV debuts this Thursday. We caught up with him for a quick chat about his tools, design style, being eco-friendly and his favorite hair gel. Continue reading »

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Denyse Schmidt's Couture Quilts

Posted by Caren – September 28, 2007 11:30 AM
Tags: quilts, sewing

Not all quilts are created country. Check out this quilter's modern style and find out where you can buy her fabric. Continue reading »

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Aimee Boschet's Affordable Antiques

Posted by Caren – September 20, 2007 11:42 AM
Tags: antiques, interview, kitchen, renovation

Antique refinisher Aimee Boschet proves that decorating with antiques doesn't have to be costly. She opens her home to us and dishes on money-saving tips. Continue reading »

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Comfy Comforters at Akasha

Posted by Caren – September 17, 2007 11:17 AM
Tags: bedding, bedroom, textiles

Bring on the fall bedding with bright and bold choices from Akasha. Plus, Design Happens readers get a discount! Continue reading »

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Thomas Paul Silk Pillows

Posted by Caren – August 30, 2007 3:50 PM
Tags: pillows, thomas paul

Thomas Paul's latest vintage color palette for his graphic pillows makes me wish I had more room on my couch. Left to right: Mosaic in aqua ($60), Istanbul in scarlet ($74), Swallows in blue ($74) The designer has a knack... Continue reading »

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