Reslisdence explains interior design styles: where each style comes from, what defines it, and how to use it in a normal home
Two writers explain interior design from first principles: Claire Beaumont writes about styles and principles; Sophie Renner writes about applying them in ordinary homes and on real budgets. No mood boards without reasoning.
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Every guide here explains the logic behind a style or room decision, not just what it looks like. Pick a starting point below.
Interior Design Styles
Scandinavian, Japandi, Colonial, Farmhouse and more: what actually defines each style and which decisions matter first.
Design Principles
Balance, proportion, emphasis, light: the underlying logic that makes any room feel intentional.
Home Decor
Room-specific fixes and budget-conscious application for everyday homes.
Scandinavian
Light, material honesty, and the difference between Scandinavian and Japandi explained properly.
Mid-Century Modern
Scale, wood tones, and the furniture decisions that make or break the look in a real home.
Farmhouse Decor
Which rustic details carry the style and which ones read as props in a standard suburban home.
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Claire Beaumont writes about interior design styles and the principles behind them. Sophie Renner writes about applying those styles in ordinary homes and on real budgets.