The bed takes center stage in a bedroom, and not just because we spend a third of our lives under its covers. Many of us take to our beds to read, to binge, to grab a laptop and do a bit of work.  Which means a great frame must please many bedfellows by being comfortable, of

A good dining table is more than a perch for plates. It fosters a sense of community. After all, sharing food and conversation has always been part of our human story. We come together to chat about the prosaic (the latest color trends or celeb gossip) and the serious (war and illness), and somehow the

Curves are having a real design moment. Sure, serpentine lines have a storied history, from Art Nouveau to mid-century classics—Eero Saarinen’s womb chair and Charles Eame’s lounger come to mind. But the new lines are a softer kind of modern, a refreshing change from the rigid linearity of the last few years. Pleasing when viewed

A great rug is a design all-star—it muffles sound, provides a soft landing for kids and canines, and adds warmth, literally and aesthetically. Plus, in one fell swoop, an area rug defines a space. A rug at the end of a long room creates a family “room”; a rug in the entry traps detritus and

Nothing’s more classic than a black-and-white interior—or for that matter, a black-and-white film or photograph or original Barbie outfit. The pared-back palette is all colors (black) and the absence of color (white), and it looks equally chic on its own or as a grounding base for pops of pink, apple green or sunflower yellow. As

Welcome to Motif’s first-ever annual sidewalk sale. We’ve pulled together some favorite pieces at jaw-dropping prices: Butterscotch leather chairs with modern vibes, sinuous amber chaises made for swooning, polished concrete dining tables with intricate steel bases, high design mid-century bar stools, and quick-to-ship outdoor furniture—all ready to be delivered right this second, while summer’s still

In designland, desire is the mother of invention. So when we spotted a gap in the marketplace for narrow tables that can nestle right up next to a sofa or chair, it was time to christen a new category: the “hugger”. Rectangular or round, clean-lined or mod, these pieces provide the perfect perch for a

In our book, blonder is always better. The whole forest of light woods (birch, maple, ash, and the beloved pine of our early decorating days) is having a real renaissance. A series of blonde moments if you will. This time around, the pieces go beyond the usual Ikea or Scandi inspo to cover a range

Golden, golden, golden—Harry Styles has it right. In design terms, gold signals optimism, prosperity, good Feng Shui, and a lovely dose of luminosity. And a little goes a long way. A single gilded piece, whether bold gold or soft brass, can brighten and enliven a whole room. We’ve curated a collection that injects a bit

Everything is coming up roses in the design world. From dusty blush to rose gold, pink is having a moment. A welcome antidote to the long reign of gray, pink plays well with neutrals and adds relevance and softness to what could otherwise be a somber space. Plus we love the hue’s chameleon-like ability. It