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DESIGN BLOG

Exploring the ideas, principles, and psychology behind great interiors.

Dining room with a white table set for a meal, surrounded by green chairs. A round mirror, plants, and beige walls create a cozy ambiance.

The 3 Things Your Eye Is Always Looking For In A Room

Design is what your eye understands instantly.

DESIGN THEORY

A woman and man in a kitchen with fruits and pastries, having a serious conversation. Blue wall and wooden shelf in the background.

Common Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Regret Over Time

Most design regret comes from rushing, not risk.

DECORATING TIPS

Bathroom design collage with floral wallpaper, burgundy tiles, gold fixtures, wood vanity, white toilet, woven hamper, and patterned towels.

Sample Boards In Interior Design: The Dress Rehearsal Before You Buy Anything

Before you buy it, board it.

INSPIRATION BOARDS

Marble table with a black vase of pink flowers and a brown bowl. Beige sectional sofa with green cushions in cozy, softly lit room.

Piped to perfection: the tiny trim that makes a big impact

This edge is everything.

DECORATING TIPS

Modern living room with gray sofas, a black coffee table on a white rug, dark wood floor, and shelves. Soft lighting creates a cozy feel.

When Timeless Interior Design Becomes An Excuse For Playing It Safe

A home designed to offend no one often excites no one.

DESIGN STYLES

Person reading on floral armchair, legs up, bathed in warm light. Bright room, blue curtains, portrait, lamp on side table. Relaxed mood.

Why Grandma Chic Is The New Cool

Old-school charm just got seriously stylish.

DESIGN STYLES

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CLASSROOM RESOURCE

Design Storytelling in the Digital Age:
Instagram as a Public Sketchbook

Instagram is more than likes – it’s a public sketchbook for testing ideas, curating aesthetics, and telling design stories.

This resource guides students in understanding how social media influences design thinking and helps them develop a confident and authentic visual voice.

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Marieke Rijksen Whispering Bold Interior Design teaching materials

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Feature Article

A full-length article for students on using Instagram as a design tool and public sketchbook.

Discussion Prompts

A set of debate questions such as “How is Instagram changing our idea of timeless design?” or “Can a curated feed be considered a portfolio?”

Mini Assignment Briefs

A set of practical exercises that can be used flexibly in class to spark discussion and hands-on exploration.

Marieke Rijksen Whispering Bold Interior Design Blog teaching resources social media

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READY FOR THE CLASSROOM

DESIGN BLOG

The 3 Things Your Eye Is Always Looking For In A Room

Common Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Regret Over Time

Sample Boards In Interior Design: The Dress Rehearsal Before You Buy Anything

Piped to perfection: the tiny trim that makes a big impact

When Timeless Interior Design Becomes An Excuse For Playing It Safe

Why Grandma Chic Is The New Cool

CLASSROOM RESOURCE

Design Storytelling in the Digital Age:
Instagram as a Public Sketchbook

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Feature Article

Discussion Prompts

Mini Assignment Briefs

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STUDENT REVIEWS

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READY FOR THE CLASSROOM

DESIGN BLOG

The 3 Things Your Eye Is Always Looking For In A Room

Common Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Regret Over Time

Sample Boards In Interior Design: The Dress Rehearsal Before You Buy Anything

Piped to perfection: the tiny trim that makes a big impact

When Timeless Interior Design Becomes An Excuse For Playing It Safe

Why Grandma Chic Is The New Cool

CLASSROOM RESOURCE

Design Storytelling in the Digital Age: Instagram as a Public Sketchbook

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Feature Article

Discussion Prompts

Mini Assignment Briefs

ACCESS

STUDENT REVIEWS

Newsletters suck. Mine doesn't.

Join thousands of design lovers who prefer a clever read to a pop-up ad – and get a free step-by-step guide to decorating your new home.

*By signing up you agree to our Privacy and Cookie Policy. Terms and Conditions apply.

Design Storytelling in the Digital Age:
Instagram as a Public Sketchbook