When designer Caroline Gidiere renovated three often-used spaces in the home of an entertaining maven and grandmother of 14 young children, she knew beauty had to remain front and center and yet share the stage with practicality and comfort. Beauty and Balance Gidiere’s client keeps a busy social calendar that includes large fundraisers at her…

Whether you’ve lived in your house for years or just moved in, it can be a challenge to create a home that feels authentically “you.” Sure, you (and maybe your partner, kids, and pets) live there, but designing a home that reflects your personal style and celebrates your favorite memories and experiences requires a little…