Lisa Harper
Areas of Expertise: Interior Styling & Space Planning | Color Theory & Lighting
Good design is not always about buying new furniture or making big changes. Sometimes, it comes down to knowing what to keep, what to move, and how to make a room work better with what is already there. This is the approach I have developed over more than 15 years of making rented homes feel more comfortable and personal.
My work focuses on helping readers make practical design choices. I write about room planning, furniture placement, natural materials, affordable decor updates, and ways to bring warmth into everyday spaces.
My background in Interior Design from Parsons School of Design, along with a certificate in Landscape Architecture from The City College of New York, has also shaped my practical approach to design. I consider not just the decor, but also how light, materials, proportions, and movement shape the way a space looks and feels.
I spend a lot of my free time redecorating, browsing mood boards, or wandering through little galleries. I also collect vintage postcards; have quite a stack of them by now, each with its own little story.
When you’ve got small kids at home, the materials you choose for your space matter more than most people realise. You’ll want surfaces that are
The color of the spaces in our homes has an undeniable impact on how we feel. Living rooms should be places of relaxation, while our
Becoming a parent does not leave a person with a lot of time off. Between the intervals of feeding, diapering, and an infant crying, one
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The way we live now is very different from how it used to be. We now integrate natural light and links to the outside world.
A room changes the way you work. When a space is set up with care, your mind settles. It is about comfort, balance, and the
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In a world increasingly dominated by mass production and disposable items, there’s something deeply meaningful about giving a gift that feels personal, intentional, and enduring.
Oak has long been associated with quality, warmth, and timeless style. In modern interiors, however, solid oak isn’t always the most practical or affordable option.
The three best easy tricks for unbelievable home comfort are addressing intimate health to improve physical ease, upgrading bathroom hygiene with smart bidet systems, and
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