Interior designers share 12 home trends that'll be popular this year

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Checkered patterns and shades of blue are in this year.

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I shopped at Hobby Lobby and Michaels for Valentine's Day decorations, and one craft chain had so much more to offer

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Hobby Lobby and Michaels usually have plenty of seasonal craft, party, and decor supplies.

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The one thing the superrich want in their homes is simple — and it's actually cheap

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Comfort, ease, and quiet luxury are what people want at home in 2024.

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'Bookshelf wealth' is the latest way to show people you're genuine

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The "bookshelf wealth" design aesthetic is trending.

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I'm an interior designer. I love HomeGoods, but there are 7 things I never buy there.

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HomeGoods has a lot of great items, but there are some items I don't buy there.

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I shopped at Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel for holiday decorations, and there was a clear winner on the festive front

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Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel both offer high-end decor.

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The 3 biggest home staging mistakes people make when trying to sell their houses

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Insider spoke to an interior designer about tips for staging your space.

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