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Curated by award-winning interior designer Holly Becker, decor8 is a visual diary designed to inspire those who long to connect more deeply with their spaces, infuse emotion into their decorating, and find joy in the art of styling. This blog, launched in January 2006, has won numerous awards and was, at its the peak, the most-read design blog in the world. Though times have changed, and blogs have evolved, the beloved decor8 blog is still one that Holly keeps active, celebrating the beauty of home, creativity, and meaningful design as she shares soulful glimpses into her world and those whom she admires. Whether it’s a lovely home tour, a thoughtfully styled vignette, or a handmade treasure discovered on her travels, come along as she explores the magic of design that tells a story... Layered, lived-in, and full of love.Viva la blogging!
A Conversation With Denise Boomkens of AndBloom - On Aging, Design, and the Art of Being Bold
In this 30-minute conversation with Denise Boomkens of @AndBloom, we talk about aging, creativity, and the quiet bravery of staying true to yourself as life evolves. Dee, now 50, has built a global following of over 1.3 million on Instagram by showing women what it looks like to own their visibility with confidence, softness, and style — not performance.
A Designer’s Review of the Metallbude TAVIR Lowboard: Style, Function, and Feel
I’m writing today from a soft corner of my living room, where one of my newest (and most beloved) furniture pieces now sits - and I simply must share the story, the feel, the little joyful details of it. I am talking about the Lowboard TAVIR from Metallbude…
Designing from the Inside Out: How Our Homes Shape Who We Are
In this heartfelt podcast conversation with lifestyle editor Maria Le Mesurier, Holly Becker explores how emotional design transforms our homes - and us. Discover how to design from the inside out, break old patterns, and create a soulful space that reflects who you truly are.
How I Helped My Client Create Her First Online Course
Today I’m celebrating a huge milestone for my Atlanta-based client, Cathleen Smith, who officially launched her very first online course: Spice Up Your Life: An Inflammation Reset Using Herbs & Spices.
When Life Breaks You Open: The Real Story Behind My Newest Mini Course
Loss sucks. In 2020, I found out that my father had passed away the year before in 2019 - his cancer came back, and he didn’t have a second battle left in him. I hadn’t known because my mother, who had Lewy Body Dementia, had forgotten to tell me, or rather, she said she thought she did tell me.
Dreamy New Sustainable Bed for My Son From Matri by Fennobed
There’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep, wouldn’t you agree? And yet, so many of us invest more money in a sofa or vacation than in a mattress and bedding. After relocating from the US to Germany,
Are You Codependent on Your Business?
I’ll be honest: running a small business is personal. It’s not just about products, posts, or profits. It’s about putting yourself out there, sharing your voice, and letting the world see you. And that can be terrifying, especially when your self-worth gets tangled up in your business’s performance.
Divorce Design - Making Your Space Feel Like Home Again
Let’s talk about divorce and design, because I really feel like this needs to be its own topic within the world of interiors and it’s just not. Countless people have endured the end of a live-in relationship (married or not), so a clear, straightforward design
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I'm Holly Becker - a bestselling author, designer, photographer, and the creative force behind decor8 with over 18 years of design and business experience shaping captivating spaces, brands, and mentoring thousands through my online courses and coaching. Welcome to decor8.
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