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Real Simple – 3/11/26
The Fastest Way to Make Any Room Feel Calmer, According to Interior Designers
“First, reduce visual noise and clutter,” says Terry Stewart, interior designer and founder of Terry Stewart Interior Design Associates. He recommends clearing surfaces and editing what’s in your line of sight before you buy or rearrange anything.
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Martha Stewart – 2/12/26
8 Home Decor Items You Should throw away ASAP, According to Interior Designers
“Faux distressed knick-knacks disrupt the integrity of a historic home,” says Terry Stewart, founder of Terry Stewart Interior Design Associates. “In spaces with original plasterwork or vintage millwork, these items feel out of place and dilute the architecture’s story.”
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House Digest- 11/22/25
13 Home Trends To Avoid Falling For in 2026
Terry Stewart, interior designer at Terry Stewart Interior Design Associates, tells House Digest that the mood is changing.
“Fast décor and soulless minimalism are out. Homeowners today are leaning into materials with patina — brass, unlacquered finishes, natural stone — and seeking depth over perfection,”
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Home & Gardens – 5/7/25
Can you put a big couch in a small living room? Designers deliver their verdict
“You absolutely can put a big couch in a small room,” says New York interior designer Terry Stewart. “A larger sofa creates a cozy, family-oriented area, even within room size constraints.”
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Martha Stewart – 12/9/24
13 Fireplace Tile Ideas That Will Make Your Health the Star of the Room
“The tiles in this 1890s house are glazed ceramic, which is an excellent choice for fireplace surrounds,” says Terry Stewart, owner and principal of Terry Stewart Interior Design Associates.