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Seasonal Color Analysis: Your Best Colors for Winter, Spring, Summer & Autumn
Discover the best paint and decor colors for your seasonal palette—Winter, Spring, Summer, or Autumn. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer breaks it all down.
The Best Paint Colors for Sarasota FL, San Francisco CA & Nantucket MA
In this comprehensive article, Rachel explains the art of color and favorite whites, neutrals and the best paint colors for Sarasota FL, San Francisco CA & Nantucket MA by taking into account the architectural and lighting differences of each region and recommend specific shades that elevate in those locals.
Best Bathroom Paint Colors for 2026: Timeless Trends
Discover the best bathroom paint colors for 2026: warm sandstone beiges, rich mocha and tobacco earth tones, taupe greiges, textural off-whites, and immersive terracotta drenching. Expert Rachel Blindauer shares timeless trends, actionable tips, and paint picks for luxurious, spa-like sanctuaries that blend warmth, texture, and sophistication.
Make a Ritual of Setting a Beautiful Table
Setting the table for daily meals may seem like a menial task, but it can greatly enhance your dining experience. In this blog post, we will explore and discuss the best daily table setting, providing you with valuable tips and recommendations to create a delightful ambiance for every meal.
The Timeless Appeal of Wood Paneling: A Guide to the Most Elegant Wall Treatments
Explore the most timeless wood paneling styles with designer Rachel Blindauer—plus where to use each one, what to avoid, and how to elevate your space through architectural detail.
Top 25 Most Iconic Sofas in Design History (with Interior Designer Commentary)
From sculptural statements to quietly luxurious classics, these 25 iconic sofas have defined eras, inspired generations, and continue to shape the way we live and lounge. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer breaks down why they matter, how to use them, and what they whisper about taste.
Warm Paint Colors for St. Louis: Fall 2026 Palette Picks
The best warm paint colors for fall aren’t the ones trending on Instagram—they’re the ones that work in your specific St. Louis light. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer shares her go-to fall palette for Midwestern homes.
Quiet Luxury, Edited to a Single Perfect Color: A Sarasota Florida Penthouse
A 4,800 sq ft Sarasota penthouse redefines quiet luxury through a single Benjamin Moore color—Swiss Coffee OC-45—expertly applied in four sheens. With no logos, accent walls, or overt statements, the serene, obsessive neutrality lets exquisite materials and endless views take center stage, proving restraint is the ultimate extravagance.
2026 Furniture Budget Guide: Realistic Costs Per Room for Timeless, Wellbeing-Centered Homes
As an interior designer with over 15 years crafting thoughtful residences and boutique hospitality spaces in Sarasota, Nantucket, St. Louis, and Lincoln, MA, I know that smart budgeting turns inspiration into reality. In 2026, the most sought-after rooms share a...
Analogous Color Schemes in Interior Design: How to Use Them for Calm, Cohesive Spaces
Analogous color schemes in interior design offer one of the most timeless ways to create calm, cohesive spaces. Learn how to layer these harmonious hues—blue, green, clay, and more—for interiors that feel as balanced as they look.
St. Louis Home Design Styles: What Works Here That Won’t Work Anywhere Else
St. Louis is not San Francisco. It’s not New York. Designing a home here—beautifully, durably, authentically—requires knowing the difference. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer shares what makes St. Louis homes unique: the humidity, the light, the irreplaceable architecture, and how to design with all of it.
2026 Color Trends: Embracing Jewel Tones for Emotional Depth and Luxury
Explore 2026 jewel tone color trends: rich sapphire blues, muted emeralds, and soft amethysts for emotional depth and subtle luxury. Practical layering tips, room ideas, and mood-boosting palettes from designer Rachel Blindauer.
Designing Spaces for Emotional Well-being: Enhancing Physical Comfort, Psychological Safety, and Emotional Fulfillment
Beyond visual appeal, design shapes how we feel. Explore how intentional choices support well-being — physical comfort, psychological safety, and emotional fulfillment.
The Art of 4th of July Decorating: Elevated, Effortless Americana
When it comes to Fourth of July decorating, less truly is more. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer shares her elevated approach to Independence Day styling—favoring vintage bunting, a flag quilt for watching fireworks on, and meaningful moments over plastic red-white-and-blue overload. Discover timeless design ideas for a home that celebrates the season with grace.
Renovating an Old Kitchen the Right Way: 6 Design Truths That Save Time and Money
Before swinging a sledgehammer, ask the deeper questions. Award-winning designer Rachel Blindauer shares six expert insights to help you renovate an old kitchen with clarity, restraint, and lasting beauty.
The Best Father’s Day Gift Is a Better Home: What to Upgrade This Father’s Day
The most meaningful gifts don’t come in boxes—they come to life in the home. Whether it’s a refined outdoor kitchen, ambient landscape lighting, or a reimagined man cave, these design-forward Father’s Day ideas are built to be lived in. Interior designer Rachel Blindauer shares expert advice on gifts that feel personal, lasting, and quietly luxurious.
Renovating With Restraint: How to Design a Beautiful Home on a Thoughtful Budget
Renovating on a budget doesn’t mean sacrificing beauty—it means designing with intention, prioritizing impact, and knowing where to splurge and where to save. With thoughtful planning, strategic materials, and a stylist’s eye, you can create an elevated, soulful home at any price point.
The 5 Most Common Living Room Layout Mistakes—and How to Fix Them
Struggling with a living room that doesn’t feel quite right? Interior designer Rachel Blindauer breaks down the 5 most common living room layout mistakes—and offers expert tips to fix them. Learn how to arrange furniture for better flow, comfort, and style.
The Intentional Entryway: First Impressions That Last in Luxury Homes
by Rachel Blindauer | April 29, 2026 The Five Seconds That Define a Home A contractor I admire once told me something I have never forgotten: "You have five seconds. That's how long it takes for someone to decide how they feel about a house." He was talking about curb...
How to Style a Coffee Table, Console, and Shelf Like an Interior Designer
Interior designer Rachel Blindauer shares her proven formulas for styling coffee tables, console tables, shelves, and accent tables—including her hand-picked accessories for creating beautiful, layered surfaces that look effortless.
Coastal Sanctuary: Designing a Luxury Home That Breathes with the Sea
THE HOUSE THAT REMEMBERED THE WATER There is a house on Siesta Key that I think about often. Not because it was the largest project or the most expensive, but because of what happened the first evening after we finished. My client—a woman who had spent thirty years in...
Travertine, Brass, and the Quiet Power of Natural Materials in Modern Interiors
A STONE WITH A STORY There is a particular moment in every design project when a room stops looking assembled and starts feeling inhabited. More often than not, that shift comes down to material. Not color, not layout, not even the furniture itself—but the substance...
What to Do With Stone Scraps: 6 Elevated Ideas
Leftover stone doesn’t belong in the scrap pile. Discover six elevated, design-forward ways to reuse marble, quartzite, and soapstone remnants—from vanity trays to plinth tables—in this expert guide from interior designer Rachel Blindauer.
The Art of Layered Lighting: How to Light a Room Like an Interior Designer
THE LAMP THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING It was a single lamp that changed the entire feeling of the room. A client in Sarasota had spent months perfecting her living room—the right sofa, the right rug, the perfect shade of warm white on the walls. And yet, something felt...
How to Grow a Moss Lawn—a Low-Maintenance Grass Alternative That Thrives in Shady Yards
Moss lawns are a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative to traditional grass lawns, especially in yards with limited sunlight like in Lincoln Ma. Whether you have a shady yard or simply want to try something new, this guide will provide you with all the information...
Summer Colors 2026: Serene & Luxurious Palettes Inspired by Coastal Light
Summer colors evoke serene luxury in coastal light: soft butter yellows, dusty blues, muted chartreuses, eggplant accents, and sunwashed earth tones. Expert Rachel Blindauer shares layering tips and palettes for radiant, restorative interiors that feel timelessly elegant in 2026 and beyond.
The Return of the Dedicated Dining Room: Designing Spaces for Connection and Ceremony in 2026
In 2026, the dedicated dining room returns as a sanctuary for connection. Rachel Blindauer explores why homeowners crave intentional spaces for meals and gatherings—complete with rich materials, warm lighting, and thoughtful details for high-end homes that prioritize ritual and relationships.
The Enduring Appeal of Moody, Layered Color in Luxury Interiors: Embracing Depth and Drama for 2026
Dive into 2026’s shift toward moody, layered color in luxury interiors with Rachel Blindauer. From historical inspirations to practical layering tips, discover how deep, rich hues create nurturing, dramatic spaces for high-end homes seeking depth and elegance.
The Art of Yacht Interior Design: Elevating Luxury on the Open Sea
Luxury yacht interior design demands a perfect fusion of elegance, functionality, and durability, ensuring that every detail reflects the owner’s lifestyle while withstanding the challenges of the marine environment. From bespoke materials and intelligent space planning to cutting-edge technology and wellness-focused features, a well-designed yacht interior enhances both comfort and sophistication on the open sea.
The Rise of Organic Curves and Sculptural Forms: Softening Luxury Interiors in 2026
Explore the 2026 rise of organic curves and sculptural forms in luxury interiors with Rachel Blindauer. Discover how soft, flowing shapes inspired by nature create nurturing, timeless spaces—ideal for high-end homeowners seeking comfort and elegance.
The Architecture of Feeling: Why the Most Beautiful Rooms Are Designed From the Inside Out
There is a particular silence in a well-designed room. Not emptiness — fullness, held in check. The most extraordinary interiors share one unlikely quality: they know when to stop talking. Here’s why the best luxury interior design starts not with a floor plan, but with a feeling
The Timeless Allure of Textural Layering in Luxury Interiors: Crafting Spaces That Evoke Elegance
Discover the art of textural layering in luxury interiors with Rachel Blindauer. From historical inspirations to modern applications, learn how to blend materials like velvet, marble, and wool for spaces that exude elegance and comfort. Perfect for high-end homeowners seeking timeless design.