Margot Hale
Margot holds a degree in Interior Design and has spent over a decade working on residential layouts and styling projects for private clients.
My focus is always on making a space feel lived-in, not staged — luxury that still works for everyday life. When I'm not writing, I'm rearranging furniture or hunting for one good vintage piece to anchor a room.
Room Accessorizing 101: The Art of the Perfect Finishing Touches
You've picked the sofa, chosen the paint color, and hung the curtains. The big pieces are in place. But something still feels… off. The...
The Secret to Design Flow and Cohesion Home That Feels Luxe and Expensive
You found the perfect emerald velvet sofa. It's show-stopping. You build the living room around it. But the moment you step back, something feels...
Why Mixing High-End and Budget Pieces Creates Better Interiors Than Going Full Luxury
You've walked into a room that technically had everything "expensive" — and it felt cold, stiff, and a little like a furniture showroom. There...
What Is a Focal Point in Interior Design? A Beginner’s Guide
You walk into a beautifully decorated room, and something clicks. Your eyes know exactly where to land. Now you walk into your own living...
Wall Treatment Options: Paint vs. Wallpaper vs. Paneling vs. Plaster — Which One Belongs in Your Home?
You're standing in an empty room, staring at four bare walls. Maybe you just closed on a 1980s colonial that needs a full refresh....