Retro design trends are having a moment. And there's one motif that designers are loving more than ever: polka dots. This nostalgic pattern is making a design comeback both in clothing and in interior ...

Sure, almost everyone can get on board with a striped rug or funky throw pillow scattered throughout the house. But while it's pretty common to incorporate at least a splash of pattern somewhere in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. As the seasons shift, so do the ways designers think about interiors.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pictured Above: By keeping the palette restrained, designer Greg Natale demonstrates how a mix of subtle ...

From a classic tartan to a modern checkerboard to a punky plaid, there is something undeniably alluring about a checked pattern. This simple, yet impactful print is the perfect addition to the dining ...

Pictured Above: By keeping the palette restrained, designer Greg Natale demonstrates how a mix of subtle patterns can still read as appropriately soothing for a bedroom. As people grow increasingly ...