I caught up with talented interior designer Shirry Dolgin and she shared 10 tips for designing a living room. The living room is often the center of the home and where you entertain guests and gather as a family. See below for Shirry's expert advice for creating a beautiful and functional living...

Amanda Malson and Jolene Huitt are the dynamic duo that make up Domicile Interior Design. Their full service interior design studio specializes in residential, hospitality, retail and commercial interior design. Recently I asked them a few questions. This is what came to light. What are the most...

I have known Jessica Comingore for the last few years. She is so talented in many different facets of design - amazing graphic designer, architectural/interior photographer, and overall design expert. Jessica recently traveled to Spain for a creative adventure and came back with lasting memories and...

I recently had a chance to sit down with San Francisco based designer and founder of Quarry Hill Design , Hilary Sessions, to chat about what drives her passion for design, what is most inspiring to her and naturally, her latest obsession. LAMPS PLUS : What is the best design advice you ever received...

Designer Stacy Garcia is respected for her inventive use of color and remarkable patterns. One of her style icons is Lady Gaga and her dream project includes an Airstream trailer. Her signature designs and in-depth knowledge of color and trends are informed by a long and rich history of working first...

Interior designer, Caitlin Murray's style really fits her personality - playful, feminine, and carefree. I know so many interior designers and love how each designer has his/her own individual style that sets them apart from the next. I have always thought Caitlin had a great eye for creating a color...

Emmy Award-winning host and best selling author, Christopher Lowell's mix of practical advice and infectious enthusiasm has made him one of America's most recognized and trusted authorities in the home improvement category. Dubbed the Doctor of Design by U.S News & World Report, Christopher...

Who doesn't love the inspirational design blog, Design Sponge ! I have been reading it for years and just recently had the chance to chat it up with Design Sponge founder, Grace Bonney. We chatted about everything from her design icons to her "Living In" column. Read the interview below...

I am not supposed to have favorites, but... Adam Straus is among my favorite Los Angeles based interior designers. His looks are just so cool, how can you not fall in love with his style? I love when he indulges in the dark and moody aesthetic to create a masucline and sexy design. It is a difficult...

One of the most respected names in the lighting industry, Minka-Lavery is part of the Minka Group of companies (which also includes Minka Aire ceiling fans). The Minka-Lavery lighting collection centers on ceiling lighting and wall lights featuring strong, elegant designs. We spoke with company rep Tim...

Selecting the right colors for your home can sometimes be overwhelming. Therefore, this morning's "Designer Interview" features color specialist Jessica Colaluca of Design Seeds , who offers a few tips for incorporating color in the home. Jessica is definitely not color shy! LAMPS PLUS...

We were so excited to interview Jessica of Black.White.Yellow . Jessica is no ordinary design blogger, she is also an architect! Therefore, she has a unique point of view and as you can see, she is inspired by black, white, and yellow hues. LAMPS PLUS: What was the inspiration behind your blog, Black...

We recently profiled Jonathan Lo of Happy Mundane fame - he's a blogger, home decor expert, and Pinterest enthusiast with an eye for home styling and great ideas for decorating small spaces. Jonathan is back on our blog today sharing his four current must-have picks for the home: 1.There are two...

Betsy Burnham, principal of Burnham Design , is a modern day interior design icon. Known for her sophisticated and inviting design style that skillfully layers pattern, texture, color, and periods, her signature look has been coined an “unapologetic mix” that has been imitated by many but...

We were so excited to chat with Karen Vidal from Design Vidal again. This time we are discussing tips for staying on budget during remodeling. LAMPS PLUS: A home remodel can easily become frustrating if you don't stay organized and on top of the budget. What are some tips for staying on budget...

With Thanksgiving and the rest of the holidays just around the corner I wanted to introduce you to Chef Terri Wahl of Auntie Em's Kitchen and her special cupcake recipe. Terri started catering for music videos, film and television productions fourteen years ago with the idea that a well-fed crew...

Jaime Derringer, founder of Design Milk , started her design inspiration blog on a whim and it has definitely grown over the years and become a favorite resource among design enthusiasts. I was so excited to have the opportunity to chat with Jaime about her personal design inspirations and her must-have...

I want to introduce you to one of the most fabulous and talented woman I know...she does it all. Jeanine Hays is the founder of AphroChic . She is a blogger, product designer, and now an author. I have been following her AphroChic blog for years. On her blog, she features stylish interiors that carry...

Steve Jones of bettershelter is a well known house flipper in Los Angeles. He finds a house that is a "hot mess" (as he calls it) and completely rehabs the home while staying on a tight budget. His method for investing in homes is simple - buy it for a good price, renovate it on a budget, and...

As a Lamps Plus home decor buyer, Veronika Haddad's role has many facets. Purchasing products for both our retail stores and online shop requires savvy interior design sense that can spot emerging trends to meet the needs of the customer. For the 2011 holiday season, Veronika has personally selected...

Lighting designers like Lindsey Adelman continue to impress and inspire me! I stumbled upon her Knotty Bubble Chandelier and was instantly intrigued by its form and materials. It is definitely on my dream light fixture list (it is pretty expensive), but one can dream - right? Lindsey Adelman took a few...

From supermodel and actress to business entrepreneur and charity leader, Kathy Ireland has done it all. In addition to her personal success, her brand was named by Women's Wear Daily as America's 7th most popular. Kathy recently took the time with us to give feedback about herself and her product...

Allison West is the artist-designer behind the chic Thumprints collection of lighting. Thumprints table lamps offer unique, artistic looks with mouth-blown glass, ceramic bases, and sumptuous fabrics. We recently chatted with Allison about her collection, and her design philosophy. Q: We love the...

I can’t get enough of photographer Karyn Millet 's work. While she is brilliant with any subject matter, she has been very successful at photographing interiors for some of the best shelter magazines around. I was lucky enough to sit down with her, dish on what she loves, get a handful of interior...

Maggie Morgan is an Interior Decorator in Seattle, Washington. Since childhood she’s been rearranging rooms, styling bookshelves, and obsessing over fabrics (she had a very thoughtfully decorated dollhouse!). Since starting the Maggie Rose design blog in 2008, she began decorating rooms for readers...