For more than twenty years, mood boards have been at the heart of nearly everything I’ve created - from my books, interiors, products, and photo shoots to exhibitions, brand concepts, online courses, and collaborations. Whenever I have too many ideas circling in my mind, I take it to my wall, Pinterest, or the table top! I begin gathering images, colors, materials, textures, words, and small detai

Hi friends, it’s nice to be back on decor8 for 2026 and I have lots of news for you all month long, starting with today’s important announcement. This month marks a major turning point for one of the world’s most influential flooring and rug fairs. DOMOTEX 2026 is not just a new edition - it’s a complete reimagining of what this fair stands for, how often it takes place, and who it is for. For me

Some conversations linger long after you’ve had them. Not because anything dramatic was said - but because something true was felt. That’s how I felt after spending 30 minutes talking with Denise Boomkens of AndBloom recently. We last talked during the blurry Corona years, but this conversation felt different - quieter, deeper, more grounding. It left me thinking about aging, creativity, and the s

I’m writing today from a soft corner of my living room, where one of my newest (and most beloved) furniture pieces now sits - and I simply must share the story, the feel, the little joyful details of it. I am talking about the Lowboard TAVIR from Metallbude , a brand that I admire for its clear design and craftsmanship, and a piece that has truly elevated my space. Would you like to see it? A litt

In this heartfelt podcast conversation with lifestyle editor Maria Le Mesurier, Holly Becker explores how emotional design transforms our homes - and us. Discover how to design from the inside out, break old patterns, and create a soulful space that reflects who you truly are. Recently, I joined Maria Le Mesurier on her beautiful podcast to talk about something close to my heart….designing from th

Today I’m celebrating a huge milestone for my Atlanta-based client, Cathleen Smith , who officially launched her very first online course: Spice Up Your Life: An Inflammation Reset Using Herbs & Spices . When Cathleen first came to me, she had a powerful idea and deep expertise. She’s a lawyer who studied culinary nutrition and wanted to teach people how to use herbs and spices to reduce chronic i

There’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep, wouldn’t you agree? And yet, so many of us invest more money in a sofa or vacation than in a mattress and bedding. After relocating from the US to Germany, I had a hard time replacing my beloved box spring and mattress from the States, and I missed it so much. I had invested a lot of money into my bed back in Boston, but reasoned it was a waste to

I’ll be honest: running a small business is personal. It’s not just about products, posts, or profits. It’s about putting yourself out there, sharing your voice, and letting the world see you. And that can be terrifying, especially when your self-worth gets tangled up in your business’s performance. Yep, I’m talking about business codependency —when you start measuring your self-esteem by how many

Let’s talk about divorce and design, because I really feel like this needs to be its own topic within the world of interiors and it’s just not . Countless people have endured the end of a live-in relationship (married or not), so a clear, straightforward design topic like this has the potential to make a serious, much-needed impact. Divorce Design could be its own book - and bring the kind of empo

I wrote my first blog post on this very blog 19 years ago, which makes be feel kinda boss and kinda old at the same time. It’s like a meme of Cher I watched recently - it was from a commercial she was in recently, where someone saw her roll in looking incredible in her super tight black outfit and yelled, “Hey, she’s both old and young at the same time!”. That’s blogger me! I’m an original blogger

Let’s dive into the world of old homes and explore how to modernize them while preserving their unique charm and history. Photo: Holly Becker Let’s discuss old homes and how to modernize and enhance their unique beauty through thoughtful design, while honoring their history. I’ve included a list of resources for you for heritage paint brands in both the USA and Europe, and listed some great resour

Hey friends! I want to share a little something close to my heart. My little kitchen is my happy place, whether I'm savoring a morning cappuccino in the sun or whipping up a yummy cake batter while my son draws at our tiny vintage table. It’s a tight squeeze for us, but we love gathering around our cozy kitchen table for most of our meals. Sure, we have a spacious dining room, but we always end up

Hey everyone! I have some super exciting news to share—I’m launching my first rug collection with Tisca , and it’s all set to debut around early 2025. I spent time in Romania this Spring where I teamed up with their talented textile engineer, Teodora , and their Romanian weavers along with meetings with Andreas Honer and Ines Riener . Watching them all work together as they guided me in this great

Hello friends! I’m excited to share my Mood Spaces exhibition for Domotex 2024. It was an honor to be entrusted with the planning and design of this project for the second consecutive year… Hello friends. I am excited to share my experience with my Mood Spaces exhibition at Domotex 2024. It was an honor to be entrusted with the planning and design of this project for the second consecutive year (2

I was so pleased when a beautiful little Mediterranean home story came across my desk because this is so unique and inspirational! Mediterranean interiors have taken over the design world for several years now, it doesn’t matter where we live, we all want a little more beach vibes at home. Many designers are currently inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle and it shows in their work - curves, coa

Hi everyone! I hope you’re doing well! You may recall when I told you I was planning a trip to Mallorca for the XTANT Heritage Textiles gathering, exhibition, and educational retreat. I know I shared some excitement about it on Instagram too, but I wanted to give you a more detailed update today with a special interview with the founders. XTANT was organized by textile experts Kavita Parmar and Ma

In my most recent online course, The Clarity Course, we explored several diverse practices and thought processes that can aid with clarity. There are certainly In my self-study online course, The Clarity Course , we explored several diverse practices and thought processes that can aid with clarity. There are certainly a multitude of approaches, and students discovered specific methods that resonat

I just spent some time in Mallorca at a heritage textiles and fiber arts event, so the word HERITAGE was a big topic there. What does it mean really? Heritage textiles refer to textiles that are deeply rooted in the cultural and historical traditions of a particular region or community. They are often associated with traditional craftsmanship, techniques, and designs that have been passed down thr

I'm thrilled to share that I'll be flying to Mallorca next week for my first-ever visit to the island. As part of a press trip, all the arrangements have been taken care of for me, and I'll be accompanied by my good friend and colleague I'm thrilled to share that I'll be flying to Mallorca next week for XTANT, which will also be my first-ever visit to the island. As part of a press trip, all the a

Do you ever enter a room and think, “Wow this place looks amazing!”. Certainly you have. But what makes it good, exceptional, even great? There are many factors that contribute to good interior design and surprise - it’s relatively straight forward. Anyone can train and learn how to create beautiful interior spaces, you simply need to know the foundation of how exceptional rooms are made before yo