24 Ideabooks by Dana Miller

I recently installed floor-to-ceiling open shelving along one wall in my family room. I can't wait to style the shelves with books and accessories. Here are some of the more sculptural and playful items I've found while on my quest to bring personality...

Have you ever wondered how to make your home office double as a guest room? The key is to keep the room functional for work, but also make it welcoming for overnight guests. When you use modestly sized, multipurpose furniture in combination with cozy...

Anyone who knows me knows that I may have a slight obsession with throw pillows. They are a great way to bring color, pattern and texture to an otherwise flat space. They can be easily and inexpensively switched out whenever my finicky decorating heart...

Brass is sometimes incorrectly viewed as an outdated material or a "grandma" finish, but brass has recently made quite the comeback. It looks great in nearly any room and with any color scheme, be it a light or dark one. The key to introducing brass successfully...

With winter well on its way, I'm looking forward to snuggling up with my family inside and playing games or watching movies. In anticipation of "family night," I was inspired to dream up a laid-back family room that's easy on the eyes with a Swiss twist....

It's no secret that mudrooms are the hardest working spaces in family homes. A carefully organized mudroom can turn chaotic, hectic mornings into smooth and pleasant ones. With a few stylish accessories, you might find yourself lingering in the mudroom...

The brisk mornings and cool evenings of autumn have me longing for warm and cozy decor. Rustic wood, classic patterns, high contrast and simple lines give me dark and handsome in the home. Take a look at some of the masculine pieces I'm eyeing this season....

I tend to go for neutral colors on the big things like walls, sofas, tables and rugs. I shy away from large doses of bold color but enjoy using it in small bits for a surprise effect. Let's take a look at some warm-hued decor popping up in the design...

In any room I design, I always try to incorporate natural texture for warmth. In recent years, jute has become my go-to natural fiber for the home. Whether it's spread out on the floor in the form of a rug or wrapped around the tiniest of knobs, jute...

You hear it all the time: Mix old with new. Why not apply that concept to the tradition of summer get-togethers as well? Mix the old summer farmhouse setting with modern details like metal accents, ecofriendly and solar-powered string lights, and an oversize...

There's no reason why today's modern family can't have a fun space to relax, play and entertain in. After all the go-go-going we do, creating a place at home for spending time together and recharging is a necessity. Start with a durable yet...

Black has always had a prominent place in interior design. It goes with anything and lends drama and contrast. We've seen it grace dining room tables, kitchen...

A well-appointed kitchen can make all the difference to a homeowner, so every last inch needs to be utilized effectively — including the often forgotten space above the refrigerator. Design the area above the fridge to blend in with the rest...

My husband and I are nearing the end of a major kitchen remodel. After tearing down walls, reconfiguring the layout and bringing in modern cabinetry and appliances, we're getting down to the details. One detail I'm contemplating is what to put above our...