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Even the most passionate design devotees (or routinely hired professionals) have some gaps in their knowledge of terminology and technique. We tapped designers, historians, and manufacturers to share their expertise on a few of the basics. Consider these pages your (unboring) textbook.

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Everything to Know About Scale and Proportion in Design

And how to achieve it.

By Hadley Keller
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More Lessons from the Experts

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How to Design a Home That Truly Fits Your Life

It’s all about livability.

25 Iconic Interior Designers You Should Know

Consider them the grandparents of today's design world.

By Hadley Keller
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How to Decolonize Your Design Knowledge

There's a clear slant in most design education.

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Shopping

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Right Mattress

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Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy a Sofa

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Top Designers Share Their Best Lighting Secrets

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A Glossary of Design Terms for Home-Decor Shopping

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How the Legacies of Iconic Interior Designers Are Being Preserved—and Adapted—Over Time

Design greats like Dorothy Draper, Sister Parish, and Tony Duquette are still as influential as ever.

By Mary Elizabeth Andriotis

What's To Come in Season One

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Coming Soon to Design School

Jamie Drake, Rayman Boozer, Alexa Hampton, Gil Schafer, and Bunny Williams share their best advice.