Mrs. Howard, Room by Room: The Essentials of Decorating with Southern Style

“Every room needs a touch of black.”

Every room needs a heavy piece to ground it. Without something solid like a dark chest, a space feels like it might float away.

Clutter is just a lack of focus. Grouping small items on a tray makes them look like a collection instead of a mess.

“Symmetry is the hallmark of my work.”

Symmetry creates a sense of calm that is hard to fake. Lining up a pair of lamps feels like an instant exhale.

Blue and white is a neutral choice in the South. It works in every single room without ever feeling tired or dated.