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Rachel Davies
Rachel Davies is a Brooklyn–based writer and the creator of Personal Space, a weekly newsletter that covers culture, design, and life at home. Their work has been published by AD, Dwell, Curbed, WSJ., Vox, Nylon, Hazlitt, Vulture, Vice, and The Believer, among many other publications. You can subscribe to their newsletter here and discover more of their work on their website.
Architecture
Understand Taliesin And You’ll Understand Frank Lloyd Wright—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Iconic Design
The Wisconsin estate, which served as the architect’s home, studio, and the location of his fellowship, functions as something of a crash course for fans hoping to grasp how the inimitable man lived and worked
Architecture + Design
13 Facts About Frank Lloyd Wright You Didn’t Know
Including a 1925 arrest and the side hustle that made him more money than architecture
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AD It Yourself
46 Small-Bedroom Ideas for When Your Bed Takes Up the Whole Damn Room
From built-in bunk beds to spiced-up ceilings, we prove that no space really is no problem
Architecture + Design
How Did USM Haller, a Nearly 60-Year-Old Office Furniture Brand, Become the Ultimate Flex for Gen Z?
A tour through the company’s Swiss factory reveals why the appeal for these modular pieces has never been stronger
Architecture + Design
Inside the Homes of Wes Gordon, Jerry Lorenzo, and 11 Other Fashion Designers
Stylish, stunning, and full of personality, these spaces highlight the relationship between clothes and interiors
2025 design rewind
The Year We Went Deep Into Dark Woods
From design exhibitions to our top celeb home tours, 2025 marked a distinct dimming of the ubiquitous bright Scandi aesthetic in favor of a retreat into luxurious, dark timbers
Celebrity Real Estate
Katy Perry’s Dramatic Real Estate Win: Everything You Need To Know
From her convent controversy to the latest court ruling in a saga surrounding the $15 million purchase of a Montecito home—all the latest on Perry's real estate woes
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AD It Yourself
33 Home Gym Ideas That Make Working Out a Joy
Don’t sweat it: These rooms look as good as you’ll feel when using them
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AD It Yourself
37 Bathroom Color Ideas to Brighten Your Lackluster Loo
Take the plunge with a transformative splash of orange sherbert or mint green paint
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AD It Yourself
70 Refreshing Bathroom Ideas for a Dreamy, Steamy Sanctuary
Do you get your best ideas in the shower? These stylish bathrooms guarantee a “eureka!” moment every morning
AD It Yourself
These 53 Wall Decor Ideas (Toy Installations! Rotating Art!) Bring New Life to Any Room
Add the finishing touch to your space with expert advice and inspiration from dozens of AD-approved projects
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The Archive
40 Creative Walk-In Closet Ideas From the AD Archive
Each of these cleverly designed closets and dressing rooms is a masterclass in organization, efficiency, and the art of getting dressed in style
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AD It Yourself
23 Living Room Paint Ideas to Set the Perfect Mood in Your Space
Is your living room really living? It will with these paint colors
AD It Yourself
51 Small Living Room Ideas for a Cozy Common Area
Curl up with this guide to the best furniture layouts, storage solutions, and decorative touches for your petite gathering space
Celebrity Style
Dive Into the Sexiest Celeb Swimming Pools in AD Open Door History
Spend a sunny afternoon at Emma Roberts’s backyard paradise or Ellen Pompeo’s midcentury retreat
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The Archive
31 Breakfast Nook Ideas From the AD Archive
A cozy breakfast nook can make it that much easier to get out of bed in the morning
Architecture + Design
What Is a Studio Apartment? Unpacking Everything You Need to Know About These Small Spaces
There are many pros to this style of unit, and plenty of ways to minimize the downsides
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AD It Yourself
21 Green Bedroom Ideas to Make Your Sanctuary a Viridescent Wonderland
It is easy being green—tap into our roundup of green bedroom ideas to explore inspo across the chameleonic color’s full spectrum
Celebrity Style
Escape Into the Dreamiest Country Houses in AD Open Door History
Pining for a break from city living? Retreat into our roundup of secluded sanctuaries for a virtual breath of fresh air—from Walton Goggins’s Hudson Valley haven to Sheryl Crow’s Tennessee refuge
AD It Yourself
58 Small Patio Ideas That Enhance Even the Tiniest of Outdoor Spaces
Bigger isn’t always better—transform your backyard into a relaxing refuge or the perfect hub for hosting with these small patio ideas