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Curated by award-winning interior designer Holly Becker, decor8 is a visual diary designed to inspire those who long to connect more deeply with their spaces, infuse emotion into their decorating, and find joy in the art of styling. This blog, launched in January 2006, has won numerous awards and was, at its the peak, the most-read design blog in the world. Though times have changed, and blogs have evolved, the beloved decor8 blog is still one that Holly keeps active, celebrating the beauty of home, creativity, and meaningful design as she shares soulful glimpses into her world and those whom she admires. Whether it’s a lovely home tour, a thoughtfully styled vignette, or a handmade treasure discovered on her travels, come along as she explores the magic of design that tells a story... Layered, lived-in, and full of love.Viva la blogging!
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Boho Style Home Accessories You'll Love
Bohemia was founded Jenny Lockton over a decade ago after she'd spent years working globally with artisans. Combined with her excellent design eye and love for quality, Bohemia Design was launched in 2006 so she could collaborate fairly with these artists and designers while also
Mapiful: Beautiful + Meaningful Wall Decor
I'm sure you've seen Mapiful on blogs and Instagram because this small Swedish start-up has really made a name for themselves in the social media and design world! Not only are their black & white designs the perfect minimalist addition to any home, but their theme satisfies the explorer in us all - whether you're dreaming of a destination, you live in a spot you love or you
Farrow & Ball Wallpaper In My Living Room
I worked on a beautiful project for Farrow & Ball that gave me a chance to select any wallpaper for my home that I wanted for one room, so I scooped up the Hornbeam pattern shown below. Why? It's neutral, understated and just so pretty - I kept going back to it again and again. I love that it goes with anything. I wanted time to live with the wallpaper before reviewing
Sé Ensemble Interiors + Meeting Pavlo Schtakleff
While in Milan last month on assignment for Kvadrat, my mission was to spot the trends and let my inspirations be my guide. Not a particularly hard job after you've been in the design industry actively for over a decade, especially in Milan! I recall quite a few experiences there that left me
The Stelton Emma Pitcher In My Urban Kitchen
Hello friends! Do you want to see a room in my house that I never, ever show? MY KITCHEN. And even now, I'm just giving you a behind-the-curtains peek. Maybe I'll show more on my Instagram soon... But for now, this is my blue, Nordic-inspired, kitchen. And the best part? I've filled it with
I Am Enough
Do you see the little mouse he is holding under his wing so gently? In nature, the mouse would have been devoured in a moment, owls are not vegetarians! They're hunters and must be in order to survive. The artist who made this owl though, Babette Maeder, is of course allowed to tell
Broste Copenhagen Teams Up With GRØD
I'm been living in Germany now since August 2009 and I'm always interested in the lifestyle trends here - mostly interiors but also product packaging, food trends, cosmetics, fashion, beauty treatments... It's all so fascinating to me. Lately, I've been wondering what the next big food trend
I'm Holly Becker - a bestselling author, designer, photographer, and the creative force behind decor8 with over 18 years of design and business experience shaping captivating spaces, brands, and mentoring thousands through my online courses and coaching. Welcome to decor8.
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