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Interiors photographer Erin Little knows how to land those dream clients

Renowned interior photographer Erin Little shares insights from her 19-year career capturing spaces for top publications like Dwell, House Beautiful, and The New York Times. Learn about the evolution of interior photography, common styling mistakes, and the collaborative process between photographers and designers.

When renovations test relationships

A Houzz survey shows 4% of couples considered separating or divorcing during a home renovation — and nearly a third say the whole process was painful or frustrating. The right designer can help clients to live happily ever after in their newly designed space.

International Garden Festival calls for designers

The International Garden Festival is launching a call for proposals to select designers to create the new temporary gardens for the Festival’s 27th edition, which will open on June 20, 2026, on the site of Les Jardins de Métis | Reford Gardens.

Five things defining the design moment: August 2025

At the end of each month, DNN Editor in Chief Courtney Porter curates a list of five standout things — design projects, product launches, noteworthy events, trends and more that deserve your attention. The edition for August 2025 covers consumer’s newfound love of Wabi Sabi aesthetics, RH’s plan for industry domination, design media shake-ups and artificial intelligence, Wrensilva’s new Larabee collaboration and The Hamptons as the Summer designer hotspot.

Original in Berlin founder Lars Triesch, showcases his one-of-a-kind Ray Kappe Home in Berlin

Designed by the late, great Ray Kappe, the home seamlessly merges the warmth and openness of Southern California architecture with the serene beauty of the German countryside, creating a perfect reflection of Triesch’s eye for timeless design.

Architecture & Design Film Festival returns with screenings around the world

Largest Festival of Its Kind Explores Architecture, Design, and Community Through Films on Placemaking, Sustainability, and Cultural Legacy

Modern Miami: Inside the Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach with designers Kobi Karp and Alessandro Munge

As Miami prepares to host the World Architecture Festival this November, the city’s design identity is undergoing a powerful shift from spectacle to substance. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, South Beach, designed by Kobi Karp and Alessandro Munge, embody this evolution with 30 residences that balance restraint, modernity, and deep respect for Miami’s architectural legacy.

Design opportunities abound in active retirement communities

Active people 55 and older have been flocking to active retirement communities. Savvy designers can build their business by creating and updating the amenity-filled communal spaces that are part of the draw.

Contemporary lighting worth the buzz

Discover five exceptional contemporary lighting designs that blur the line between functional illumination and sculptural art. From Giorgetti’s architectural precision to Workstead’s organic materials, this curated round-up showcases how today’s designers are transforming lighting into sophisticated art forms that define spaces and capture imagination.

Project feature: Horizon House by Onus Architecture

Horizon House by ONUS Architecture Studio is a net-zero residence in Syros, Greece, seamlessly embedded in the Cycladic terrain. Combining architectural minimalism with regenerative strategies—including off-grid energy, water reuse, and ecosystem restoration—the project redefines island living through a climate-adaptive, site-sensitive approach. Winner of the 2025 Architizer A+ Award for Best Sustainable Residential Project.