Paige Brown

Norwalk

Managing Editor, Social Media and Blog at RISMedia

Articles

Summer Entryway Styling Secrets

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Light hallway with stylish furniture. Interior design In a beautifully appointed home, every square foot matters. This even includes the spaces you pass through. Your home’s entryway is more than just a transitional space. Without realizing it, this area sets the tone for the entire house. During the summer, this space has the unique opportunity to reflect warmth, ease, and sophistication the moment the front door opens.
Decorating to Sell vs. Decorating to Stay

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Excellent design isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about purpose. Whether preparing your home for the market or refining it for long-term living, how you approach decorating should reflect your ultimate goal, whether to sell or stay. While both approaches can keep beauty at the forefront, understanding the difference between decorating to sell and decorating to stay ensures your design decisions are intentional, strategic, and well worth the investment.
Elevate Summer Living With Linen

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Modern living room interior design. Mediterranean or scandinavian style. Grey sofa, beige pillows. Glass, carafe of water, fresh lemon fruit. Side table with lamp and olive tree, empty beige wall mockup. Linen is summer’s synonymous material. It’s lightweight, breathable and effortless. Linen brings a quiet sophistication throughout your home. It brings casual comfort and can be a tactile, visual, and sensory upgrade that transforms everyday spaces into seasonal sanctuaries.
Home Features That Sound Nice But Aren't Always Worth the Investment

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

When designing or renovating a home, it’s easy to get lost in dreamy Pinterest boards and glossy real estate trends. However, not all high-end features are worth the investment. Some of these flashy features cost more in upkeep than they add in joy or resale value. True luxury is about living well, not just spending more. Here are several home features that sound appealing at first glance but may disappoint in practice, along with more practical alternatives.
Seasonal Edits to Help You Declutter Before Summer

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Female hands holding stack of bed linen. Woman preparing items and packing into cardboard box. Donations for charity, help low income families, declutter home, sell online, sustainable living concept. As summer begins, it’s the perfect time to reassess your living spaces. Conduct an intentional edit instead of a frantic purge as you do this seasonal edit. Decluttering isn’t only about minimalism.
How to Create a Seasonal Command Center for a Stress-Free Summer

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Wall-safe tape in use in a modern US home. All artwork created by the photographer - property release attached. Despite summer’s new commitments and subsequent routine, summer living should feel effortless. It’s days that flow with freedom yet remain grounded by subtle structure. But between travel plans, camp schedules, house guests, and shifting routines, even the most thoughtfully designed homes can descend into chaos without a central hub.
Kid-Friendly Outdoor Spaces That Don’t Sacrifice Style

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

With thoughtful planning and intentional design, designing an outdoor space that delights children while also serving as a beautiful oasis is possible. An outdoor living space that blends functionality, elegance, and fun creates a seamless extension of your home’s aesthetic that your children (and guests) will love. Here’s how to design a kid-friendly outdoor space that feels like a backyard retreat for adults. Create zonesThe most stylish family-friendly outdoor spaces are well-zoned.
Designing for the Senses: Summer Scents, Textures, and Color Palettes to Refresh Your Space

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Bunch of eucalyptus branches and oil diffuser on table in living room. Interior design Excellent design is not solely visual; it should appeal to all the senses. The homes that feel the best delight the eye, as well as your sense of smell, sound, touch, and overall mood. Summer is perfect for resetting your interior spaces to reflect the season’s lightness, freshness, and natural beauty.
How to Lower Your Utility Bills This Summer Without Sacrificing Comfort

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

A woman sits on a couch, holding an energy bill while analyzing data on her laptop. The scene conveys themes of budgeting, home finance, and technology. You want the best in home design and a comfortable lifestyle. But every savvy homeowner knows that comfortable living means incorporating sustainable living. This summer, you can maintain an easy lifestyle while lowering your energy bills without compromising your accustomed comforts.
Open House Etiquette: Questions to Ask (and What to Keep to Yourself)

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Paige Brown

Open house season is here. Attending open houses can give you a first-hand look at a potential home and neighborhood and help you gauge market value. When you’re touring open houses this spring and summer, knowing what to look for and ask about may give you an edge over the competition by being ready to offer faster. As you prepare to tour open houses, here are some questions to keep in mind and what you should keep to yourself. Questions to Ask at an Open HouseWhy is the homeowner selling?