Maybe you’re thinking about redecorating your space. Or just built a beautiful new home, but need furniture to fill an empty room. Hiring an interior designer would be the next step, but are interior designers worth it? Interior designers aren’t cheap. Many COCOCOZY readers are super design savvy. So you are probably thinking that you can easily decorate your home by yourself. I’m sure some of of you can. However, there are several reasons why hiring an expert is actually worth it!

I’ve been thinking about joining Masterclass for a while now. I saw one of my favorite interior designers, Kelly Wearstler, hosted her own masterclass. So I thought why not join!? It’s never a bad idea to learn a new skill from an expert. You never know what might strike inspiration.

Kelly is known for her iconic hotel and celebrity home designs. She is a master of mixing textures and design elements from different time periods to create something fresh and modern. I would describe Kelly’s style as sophisticated with a playful twist. Her unique eye for design led to her creating collections of furniture, art, lighting, wall coverings, textiles, and rugs. She even has 5 design books! Most of her design inspiration stems from her world travels in Indonesia, Paris, and Spain. Find out what I learned after watching her Masterclass.

TikTok has become one of those platforms that you think you’ll only scroll for a few minutes, but somehow end up in a rabbithole of entertaining content for hours. This happens to me quite often. However, this time I scrolled with a purpose. I’m on a mission to find the best black interior designers to follow on TikTok. Discover new home design ideas, DIY tips, and interior design advice for your next home project.

Scrolling through TikTok is one of the easiest ways to discover new home and design inspirations. It’s so easy to get lost in all of the beautiful interior projects by new and innovative creators. It almost makes me want to join TikTok. Should I? My team has been trying to get me to join for a while now. Anyhoo…take a look at my top 6 black interior designers to follow.

The key to discovering your interior design style is by exposing yourself to different environments. It’s all about figuring out what you love and don’t love. Eventually helping you discover a unique personal style that will influence your home. Some popular 2023 interior design styles include minimalism, hygge, art decor, and mid-century.

The COCOCOZY team pulled some inspiration from each category to help see which one speaks to you the most. You can also draw inspiration from places you enjoy and feel at ease in, such as your favorite coffee shop or hotel room. As you experiment with different styles, pay attention to the elements that pique your interest, such as color, texture, patterns, and shape. You may discover that you enjoy a variety of styles, which is perfectly fine too!

I think range hoods are underrated or maybe even underappreciated. People tend to focus a lot of their energy on countertops and cabinetry, but what makes a beautiful kitchen design is the details! One of the most important aspects to consider when designing your dream kitchen is the range hood. It not only serves a functional purpose by removing smoke and odors from your cooking area, but it can also be a stylish and one-of-a-kind feature that improves the overall aesthetic of your space. Instagram and Pinterest are great places to find stylish and unique range hoods. I rounded up some of my favorite unique range hood designs. Whether you want a sleek and modern one or something classic with a bold twist, see my picks below.

1. Brass Trim Range Hood

Do you want something glamorous but not too bold? Brass is a warm, classic, and elegant material, but can sometimes be too flashy for a minimal kitchen design. That’s why a range hood with brass trim is a unique technique to transform a black, white, or gray range hood. It takes it from basic to beautiful. The featured image above is a photo from my friend Linda’s first kitchen renovation.

If you haven’t watched the most recent season of The White Lotus, then you’re really missing out. Who doesn’t want to spend their summer at a Sicilian palazzo? During one of the episodes of HBO’s drama-comedy, two characters stayed at a stunning Italian villa in the beautiful city of Noto. And guess what? Now you can rent the same villa on Trip Advisor and Airbnb. Get inspired and take a tour of the villa.

This year, everything revolves around designing elegant yet practical places, from the comeback of floral patterns to the usage of statement glass and the popularity of feminine color palettes. These interior design trends for 2023 not only look good, but they also signal a change in the way we work, live, and interact with our environment. These popular design features can help you achieve the ideal harmony of form and function to make your space seem uniquely yours, whether you’re planning to remodel your house or build a new one. Now that we know what’s hot in interior design for 2023, let’s look at how you may use these aspects in your own home.

I, for one, am guilty of spending hours stalking kitchens on Instagram, searching for inspiration. And today, I want to share with you my favorite marble kitchens that I’ve found on Instagram. Is there anything better than discovering new “wow” worthy kitchens? I’m making a sequel to my popular blog post, Kitchen Stalking. This post is all about luxurious marble kitchens. The way the light hits the marble countertops and the cabinets perfectly complements the backsplash, it all comes together to create a functional and elegant space. Each one is unique and special in its own way, but they all have one thing in common – they exude elegance and sophistication. Whether you’re a fan of classic and traditional or modern and minimalist, you will find something to love in these kitchens. So, please sit back, relax and let’s dive in together and be inspired by these beautiful marble kitchens.

The kitchen above is designed by Anthology Creative Studio. The clean design feature Calacatta marble with multi-tone veining for an elegant touch. It’s the perfect harmony of bold beauty and luxurious living.

Who doesn’t love to tour luxury real estate? This custom Georgian-inspired home is located in the exclusive neighborhood of Bel Air. The renovated home was a passion project by TV personality Kathy Hilton in collaboration with Harrison Design and Nicole Gordon Studio. Their inspiration for the home design was to combine Georgian flare with modern Los Angeles designs. With the help of Meredith Baer Staging, the luxury estate is turned into an alluring sanctuary within a grand space. Take a tour inside the grande Bel Air estate.

As an interior designer, you’re always looking for new ways to grow your business and connect with your clients. Today, the struggles of being an interior designer include staying up-to-date on the latest trends, finding new clients, and designing projects all at the same time. And on top of that, you’re expected to be on every social media platform. That’s pretty difficult to do without a team of people. The COCOCOZY team compiled a list of our favorite platforms that you should prioritize for your business.

While most people are attracted to the “all-white” look. There are interior design rebels that aren’t afraid of an all-black room. The concept of using black paint can be scary. The dark tone can make a room appear smaller and it absorbs all light, which means a warmer home. However, there are actually more benefits to a black wall. And when it’s done right, it never goes unnoticed. Here are 9 black rooms that will get you inspired.

The photo above is a galley kitchen by Arent & Pyke. It features a large floor-to-ceiling round steel window. The dark cabinetry complements the steel windows and adds the right amount of drama without overpowering the kitchen space.

A trending color for interior design is blue. Designers are painting bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms in different hues of blue. Each shade can set the tone for a room. Deep midnight blues can create a rich and moody atmosphere. Light blue wall color can make a room look bright and airy. Get inspired by seeing our 7 unique blue room round-up below.

The first of the unique blue room round-up is a Mathew Quinn Design. It features beautiful marble countertops and trim around the window that has blue veining. The wall is covered in blue subway tiles for a moody vibe and compliments the marble stone.

Just north of the George Washington bridge lives a cozy small neighborhood called Snedens Landing. It’s known for its high-profile homeowners and secluded location—the perfect hideaway only 20 miles from Manhattan. The architecture consists of old dutch style exteriors and rustic designs with water views. Get inspired by this rustic breakfast nook for fall.

The breakfast nook has views of the autumn foliage and the Hudson River. The best way to have breakfast every morning. The rustic breakfast nook is decorated with a custom banquette, a round marble table, and a rattan chair. A natural brass pendant light hangs over the table.

Today’s interior inspiration is not an average southern pad. It’s a dreamy family home located in Birmingham, Alabama. The home sits hillside of Red Mountain, an area with a rich history of steel industrialists. Interior designer, Jeffrey Dungan, decided to purchase the property to transform it into his dream home for his family. He wanted to design a unique space that is calming but also pays homage to the 19th-century iron ore mining district.

Dungan didn’t take on the project alone. He asked designer friends Grant Trick, Betsy Brown, and Michelle Cone. Trick designed the primary bathroom that features steel and glass windows with a soft bench for modern elegance.

Becoming an interior designer is about more than just decorating houses. It’s about bringing dreams to life. Interior designers have mastered the skill of taking inspiration and turning it into a reality. But working on new projects takes up a lot of time. It doesn’t matter if it’s only one room or an entire home renovation. Every little detail matters. And the job isn’t always as lucrative as people may think. It depends on the budget and type of project. So how can you make money as an interior designer?

The kitchen is the most important room in any home. And some might even say it’s the heart of the home. It’s the place where everyone gathers. So if you’re thinking of renovating your outdated space into a beautiful kitchen then this blog is for you. I’ve rounded up some of my current favorite kitchens. They include all different styles: modern, farmhouse, contemporary and more. There should be a little something for everyone. The kitchens I selected have their own unique style. See my round-up below.

The photo above is of a serene white kitchen designed by Banda Property. It features Calcutta marble with gold veining. The design team accessorized with gold finishes including lighting, faucet, and hardware. The island has a fresh design that includes a lower tier for seating. A beautiful kitchen to make your coffee in every morning.