Interior Design

How to Update Your Home for Fall

By: Michelle Ecker on September 30 2019.

If you’re a student in NYIAD’s interior design or home staging course, styling and decorating your own home is a great way to…
5 Easy Updates That Can Transform Your Bedroom

By: Michelle Ecker on August 7 2019.

For many people, the bedroom is the place in the home where they most need to feel peaceful and comfortable. Considered the heart of the home in the…
5 Fun Neutrals That Aren’t Beige

By: Michelle Ecker on July 24 2019.

If you’re working with interior design clients who want to keep things simple without being too bland, there are a few tricks you…
Designing a Bedroom That Helps You Sleep Better

By: Michelle Ecker on July 2 2019.

A professional interior designer understands that high-quality design is about more than just the way things look- it’s also about practicality and function. If you really want to…
Who Takes NYIAD's Interior Design Course?

By: Michelle Ecker on May 3 2019.

If you’re interested in studying interior design but not sure how to get started, it’s important to research interior design…
Need an Interior Design Job?

By: Michelle Ecker on April 18 2019.

Are you interested in becoming a professional interior designer? Within this greater overall industry, there are plenty of interesting niche interior design career opportunities you should explore as you…
Inside Unit 5 of the Interior Design Course

By: Michelle Ecker on March 15 2019.

If you're interested in taking an online interior design course, it's important to research the curriculum and make sure the program is a good fit for your needs. Lucky…
Here's Why Most Kitchen Remodels Go Overbudget

By: Michelle Ecker on March 1 2019.

If you're a professional interior designer, you probably understand that staying within a predetermined budget is half the design battle. Part of the reason people seek out the expert guidance…
Design a More Practical Mudroom

By: Michelle Ecker on March 1 2019.

When it comes to comprehensive, thoughtful home design, no small space should go unnoticed. Many homeowners often overlook less trafficked areas such as the laundry room and the mudroom…
Tips for Styling a Small Bedroom

By: Michelle Ecker on February 14 2019.

If you’re designing an especially small bedroom for a client, one of your main goals will likely be to make the room look at large as possible using…