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5 Timeless Colors to Choose for a Bathroom That Will Never go Out of Style, Living Etc., By Onagh Turner, January 25, 2024

‘It’s Gotten Quite a Lot of Attention.’ The Exterior Paint Colors Homeowners Want Now, The Wall Street Journal, Style I Design Section, By Antonia van der Meer, January 19, 2024.

How To Make a Small Living Room Look Less Cluttered —'It's Far More Elegant This Way', Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, January 14, 2024.

Should you put Kitchen Backsplash Around Windows? These Designers Agree Unanimously on the Answer, Living Etc., By Oonagh Turner, Januarty 13, 2024.

8 colorful small living room ideas that will brighten, not overwhelm your space, Real Homes, By Camille Dubuis-Welch, January 1, 2024.

How Can I Keep My Kitchen Warm Without Heating? 'It's All About Colors and Materials,' Say Experts, Living Etc., BY Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, December 31, 2023.

Favorites Column: Renewable Beauty, Kitchen & Bath Business, November/December 2023 Issue, page 40.

How can you design a bathroom that never dates? 6 interior designers on creating a timeless space, Homes & Gardens, By Hebe Hatton, December 14, 2023.

20 Wall Paneling Ideas That Feel Fresh and Modern, Martha Stewart Living, By Wendy Rose Gould, December 11, 2023.

Designers Say Curvy Kitchens Are In for 2024, Better Homes and Gardens, By Shivani Vyas, December 11, 2023

Modern Kitchen Ideas – 26 Ways Interior Designers Are Making Creative Cooking Spaces for 2024, Living Etc., By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, , December 07, 2023.

The best holiday gifts for every kind of client, according to designers, Business of Home, 'For the Entertainer' section, By Caroline Biggs, December 1, 2023.

14 Walk-In Shower Ideas That Make a Splash, Architectural Digest, By Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, November 28, 2023.

Designer Friday: An Aspire Exclusive Interview With Mindy O’Connor, Aspire Design and Home, By Andrew Joseph, November 24, 2023.

5 decorating budgeting mistakes designers warn most of us are making, Homes & Gardens, By Camille Dubuis-Welch, November 11, 2023.

25 Cute Wallpapers Worth Swooning Over, Brit & Co., By Theresa Gonzalez, Nov 10, 2023.

5 Kitchen Trends We Won't See in 2024, Don't let your kitchen get stuck in the past! Real Simple, By Amanda Lauren, Updated on November 1, 2023.

The Difference Between a Sofa and a Couch—and Which One You Should Choose, Martha Stewart Online, Home Design & Decor, By Madeline Buiano, Updated on October 24, 2023.

2024 Paint Color Trends Designers Are Loving For Interiors, Luxe Interiors + Deidgn, By Michelle Yee, October 10, 2023.

20 Popular Architectural Home Styles You Should Know, Martha Stewart, By Rebecca Norris and Madeline Buiano, October 5, 2023.

Small Space Hacks in  Designer’s Today, Print Edition, September 2023, pages 36-38.

36 Wainscoting Ideas for Traditional and Modern Spaces, The Spruce, By Kristin Hohenadel, 08/20/23.

The Latest Trend In Outdoor Design Is Sustainability, Forbes, By Amanda Lauren, August, 16, 2023.

How to use your kitchen's dead space in ways that improves your overall decor, Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, Aug 15, 2023.

How to design the perfect kids' homework area - 6 steps to creating space that's cool for school(work), Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, Aug 7, 2023.

8 Tips for Bringing Color Into Your Living Room Without Committing, Elle Decor, By Amber Snider, Aug 1 , 2023.

8 Tips for Bringing Color Into Your Living Room Without Committing, House Beautiful, By Amber Snider, Aug 1 , 2023.

What Is a Scullery? This Historic Kitchen Layout Is Making a Comeback, Better Homes and Gardens, By Julianne Hilmes Bartlett, July 28, 2023.

24 DIY Makeover Ideas for Redoing Kitchen Cabinets, The Spruce, By Kristin Hohenadel, July, 28 2023.

55 Kitchen Lighting Ideas to Brighten Up Your Life, The Spruce, By Kristin Hohenadel, July, 21 2023.

The Most Beautiful Blue Paint Colors, According to Designers, Veranda, By Sarah Dimarco, June 30, 2023.

Why You Should Choose Kitchen Drawers Over Cabinets, According to Interior Designers, Martha Stewart, By Lindsay Tigar, June 29, 2023.


Mindy O’Connor, Profiles in Design, Designer’s Today, June 7, 2023.

5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Convert Your Studio Apartment Into a 1-Bedroom, Hunker, By Barbara Bellesi Zito, May 27, 2023.

How to Choose the Right Type of Baseboards for Your Home, Martha Stewart, By Madeline Buiano, May 9, 2023.

Horizontal or vertical tiles – which make a small bathroom look bigger? How not to make the wrong choice for your space, Living Etc., By Amy McCardle, April 30, 2023.

40 Stunning Walk-In Shower Ideas to Inspire Your Bathroom's Design, Good Housekeeping, By Mariah Thomas, April 28, 2023.

10 Types of Trim That Will Instantly Elevate Your Home, Martha Stewart, By Madeline Buiano, April 26, 2023.

What color should I paint my pantry shelves? Experts explain how to perfect this game-changing finishing touch, Living Etc., By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, April 26, 2023.

Everything You Need to Know About Adding a Kitchen Island to the Heart of Your Home, Martha Stewart, By Madeline Buiano, April 25, 2023

Is a light or dark sofa better for a small room? How to pick a couch that flatters tiny spaces, according to designers, Living Etc., By Ellen Finch, April 23, 2023.

Should a pantry be the same color as the kitchen? Interior designers say no, apart from this one time it matters, Living Etc., By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, April 15, 2023.

What's the best material for split-level kitchen islands? Designers on getting this luxe decor trend exactly right, Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, April 14, 2023.


What color should a pantry be? 8 ideas that'll give your kitchen storage some unexpected wow-factor, Living Etc., By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, April 11, 2023.

Should the hob go in the kitchen island? Experts decide on the most sociable and space-saving design, Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, April 1, 2023.

White marble is still a big design trend – but which colors should you pair with it? Here's what the experts say, Living Etc., By Ellen Finch, March 10, 2023.

12 Renovation Ideas That Will Turn Your Bathroom Into a Spa, Martha Stewart Living, By Lindsay Tigar, March 6, 2023

34 Small Apartment Living Room Ideas to Maximize Space and Style, The Spruce, By Megan McCarty, March 02, 2023.

How many lights should there be in a kitchen? Experts reveal all, Homes & Gardens, By By Ruth Doherty, March 1, 2023.

How do you give a bathroom the perfect finishing touch? 11 designer-approved ways to make your space your own, Living Etc., By Ellen Finch, February 28, 2023.

The Wallpapers That Interior Designers Are Dying to Use, The Wall Street Journal, By Sarah Karnasiewicz, Feb. 3, 2023.

How to avoid the biggest kitchen cabinet mistakes - designers on what they'd never do again, Living Etc. By Ruth Doherty, January 30, 2023.

What are the different types of bathroom? The 5 layouts to know, and what they mean, Living Etc. By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, January 27, 2023.

10 tricks for organizing a bathroom cabinets that the best declutterers always use, Living Etc. By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, January 20, 2023.

25 Double Vanity Bathroom Ideas We Love, The Spruce, By Sarah Lyon, January 17, 2023.

10 Shaker kitchen ideas that prove this classic design can be styled in a brilliantly modern way, Living Etc, By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, January 13, 2023.

10 expert tricks for organizing a bathroom closet, creating the serenity of a spa, Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty,, January 09, 2023.

How to Decorate a Large Wall, The Spruce, By Sarah Lyon, December 28, 2022.

17 Pantry Organization Ideas, Architectural Digest; AD It Yourself, December 16, 2022, By Gabriela Ulloa and Julia Mitchem.

70 Exterior Paint Colors for a Better Looking Home; Upgrade your curb appeal with paint colors that range from neutral to bold, The Spruce, By Kristin Hohendade, December 09, 2022.

Should a dining room be painted dark or light? Designers give us their golden rule to decide easily, Living Etc., By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari, December 06, 2022.

Design experts on how to choose the best dining table shape for the way you want your home to feel, Living Etc., By Ruth Doherty, November 28, 2022.

Podcast 36: Tackling Issues that Arise During Kitchen & Bath Projects with Mindy O’Connor, KBB Magazine, November 02, 2022, with Chelsie Butler, Executive Editor, KBB Editorial.

22 White Bathroom Ideas to Keep the Room Lively, The Spruce, By Sarah Lyon, November 02, 2022.

13 Two-Tone Exterior House Color Ideas That Boost Curb Appeal, Hunker, By Sarah Lyon, October 28, 2022.

12 Gray Couch Living Room Ideas from Pro Designers, Living Cozy,
October 26, 2022, By Kelly Weimert

14 Colors That Go Perfectly With Navy Blue and Tan, Hunker, September 29, 2022, By Kelsy Mulvey

Are these the world's best modern dining room ideas? 10 stylish spaces with forward-thinking designs, Living Etc., By Ellen Finch, September 24, 2022

10 Ideas for Brightening a Dark Living Room, The Spruce, By Sarah Lyon, September 19, 2002.


Here's What Interior Decorators Think of All Your Fall Decor, The Spruce, By Sarah Lyon, September 08, 2002.

24 Aesthetic Room Ideas for an Eclectic Space That's Uniquely Yours, Hunker, By Leah Groth, August 31, 2022.

Small TV room ideas – 9 ways to style and arrange in TV in a tiny space, Homes & Gardens, By Sophie Warren-Smith, August 27, 2022.

6 Unexpected Curtain Ideas for Any Room, Architectural Digest, By Shivani Vora, August 17, 2022.

Home Library Ideas and Inspiration From Interior Design Experts, Living Cozy, By Sasha Weilbaker, August 5, 2022.

Grey living room ideas – 30+ ways to use this popular shade in a stylish way, By Oonagh Turner, Contributions from Tessa Pearson, July 20, 2022.

Closet office ideas – 10 clever ways to create home working space, By Sophie Warren-Smith, July 17, 2002.

Perfect Pairings," Keller Williams Luxury Magazine, Fall 2022 Issue.

The Best Decorating Tips Designers Learned From Their Moms, The Spruce, By Ashely Chalmers, May 06, 2022.

Blue bathroom ideas – 15 ways to use this nature-inspired color in your bath space, Homes & Gardens, By Sophie Warren-Smith, May 4, 2022.

How do you charge for travel time?, Business of Home, By Marina Felix, April 29, 2022.

Beyond the All-White Kitchen, One King’s Lane, Get Inspired, Written By, Sherry Chiger, April 25, 2022.

4 designers share how inflation is affecting their workflow, Business of Home, Trade Tales, By Marina Felix, April 22, 2022.

13 chair rail ideas – for style and character, Our chair rail ideas show you how to use this practical Victorian feature to maximize and enhance space in your home, Real Homes, By Sophia Warren-Smith, April 9, 2022.

29 basement ideas to convert your downstairs space into a hidden gem of possibility, Real Homes, By Hebe Hatton, Holly Phillips,. April 4, 2022.

This Elegant Philadelphia Kitchen Has a Secret Pantry and Storage Galore, HGTV, By Lauren Oster, March 22, 2022.

Why This “Boring” Neutral Is Taking Over Interiors — And How To Make It Shine, The Zoe Report, By Anna Buckman, March 26, 2022.

13 Design Pros on the Women-Owned Businesses They Love, The Spruce, By Ashley Chambers, March 15, 2022.

Small Bathroom Shower tile ideas: 15 space-saving designs, Real Homes, By Sophie Warren-Smith, February 22, 2022.

A Pegboard Is the Bathroom Storage Secret You Didn’t Know You Needed, The Spruce, By Ashley Chambers, January 11, 2022.

The 22 Home Design Trends of 2022 According to Designers, Hunker, By Kirsten Nunez, December 31, 2021. 

Should You Paint Your Walls and Ceiling the Same Color? Here’s What the Experts Say, Real Simple, By Katie Holdefehr, December 15, 2021.

Small basement ideas – 10 expert strategies for maximizing space,  Homes & Gardens, By Sarah Warwick, December 05, 2021.

Kitchen makeovers – 10 remodeling kitchen ideas before and after, Homes & Gardens, By Sophie Warren-Smith, October 22, 2021.

How do you really feel about 3D renderings?, Business of Home, Trade Tales, By Haley Chouinard, October 15, 2021.

25 grey living room ideas – interior designers share their tips for using this moody neutral, Living Etc.,  By Tessa Pearson, October 15, 2021.

The rule of thirds – how experts use this design trick for successful schemes, Homes & Gardens, The Best in Design, Decoration & Style, By Ruth Doherty, October 13, 2021.

5 Interior Design Ideas for Inexpensive Art—From Wall Rugs to Framed Memories, The Wall Street Journal, Real Estate / Design, By Elizabeth Anne Hartman, Sept. 1, 2021.

Entry table decor ideas – how to decorate a hallway table, Homes & Gardens, By Ailis Brennan, August 21, 2021.

Blue bathroom ideas – 10 ways use this nature-inspired color in your bath space, Homes & Gardens, By Sophie Warren-Smith, Aug 6, 2021.

This Designer Took an ’90s Bathroom From Outdated to Contemporary, MyDomaine, written by Colleen Sullivan, Aug 4, 2021.

How much does it cost to build a pool? Your swimming pool budget questions, answered, Homes & Gardens, By Ruth Doherty, July 30 2021.

27 Modern Craftsman Kitchen Makeover Ideas, Hunker, By Megan McCarty,July 29, 2021.

Top Designers Are Obsessed with These Brilliant Blue Paint Colors, Because this soothing hue never goes out of style, Veranda By Sarah Dimarco, July 9 2021.

6 design tips to steal from this refreshed century-old home in Philadelphia, Blending comfort and style was key in Melinda Kelson O’Connor Design’s update of this Colonial Revival home, Homes & Gardens, By Ailis Brennan, July 7, 2021.

The best IKEA kitchen hacks for a chic space on a budget, Living Etc, Modern Home, Design and Style, By Ruth Doherty, June 14, 2021.

21 Beautiful Colors That Always Pair Well With Teal, MyDomaine, By Ashley Knierim, Updated June 08, 2021.

How to Avoid the 5 Worst Entryway-Decorating Mistakes, The Wall Street Journal, Real Estate / Design, By Elizabeth Anne Hartman, May 28, 2021.

6 ways to fake square footage in a kitchen, Homes & Gardens,The Best in Design, Decoration & Style, By Sophie Warren Smith, May 18 2021.

20 Interior Paint Colors Our Favorite Designers Always Recommend, They can’t get enough of these standout shades, Good Housekeeping, By Lauren Piro and Monique Valeris, May 17, 2001

The 10 timeless kitchen design essentials – to ensure yours never, ever dates, Homes & Gardens, The Best in Design, Decoration & Style, By Sophie Warren Smith, May 5 2021.

Eight Ways to Save Money on a Home Renovation, Build a better budget and stay on schedule with smart advice from our contractors, Martha Stewart Living, By Brigitt Earley, May 05, 2021.

The rule of thirds – 8 ways the experts use this interior design guide to brilliant effect, How to apply the rule of thirds, according to the those in the know…, Homes & Gardens, The Best in Design, Decoration & Style, By Ruth Doherty, April 15, 2021.

10 Designer-Approved Shiplap Alternatives To Spruce Up Your Walls, MYDOMAINE, Design & Décor, written by Colleen Sullivan, Updated April 16, 2021.

The 5 Worst Patio-Decorating Mistakes — And How to Avoid Them, The Wall Street Journal, Real Estate / Design, By Rachel Wolfe, April 10, 2021.

Philadelphia Area Local Winners, 3rd Place Regional Winner of the 2017-2018 Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Kitchen Design Contest!

The Coolest Conversions We’ve Ever Seen, by Jillian Knox Finley, June 29, 2016, on My Domaine.

Before & After: The Redleaf Manor Ballroom Conversion, by Annie Werbler, Design Sponge.

Winners of the 2016 Duravit Designer Dream Bath Competition, Honorable Mention, Architizer, by Sheila Kim.

The 2014 Chestnut Hill Harvest Kitchen Tour featured Mindy O’Connor’s designs. Read about the event on The Town Dish.