As the temperature dips and the days shorten, layering becomes an art form—not only in your wardrobe but throughout your home. The best spaces (and outfits) for fall and winter feel collected, textured, and intentional.

Layering effectively is about adding depth and warmth without creating clutter or chaos. Here’s how to do it well.

When I started designing homes, I believed good design was all about control — a perfectly balanced palette, a tidy vignette, every pillow fluffed just so. Then I had kids. And everything — the schedule, the priorities, the floor plan — changed.

What surprised me most wasn’t how much my kids challenged my sense of order, but how much they taught me about design. They gave me a new way to see what home really means.

Here’s what I’ve learned from them.

December has always held a special kind of sparkle for me — maybe because it’s my birthday month, or maybe because Christmas season brings out the most joyful, cozy, slightly indulgent version of me.

This month’s favorites are a mix of festive décor, entertaining essentials, and a couple “treat yourself” treasures that embody everything I love about December.

As the holidays approach, our homes start to hum with energy — twinkle lights, gift wrap, and that familiar mix of excitement and chaos that comes with little ones counting down the days.

Prepping the playroom isn’t just about finding storage — it’s about creating space for joy, imagination, and a bit of calm amid the holiday magic.

Here’s how I approach it each season:

As the days grow shorter and the calendar fills with celebrations, our homes become the stage for gathering, reconnecting, and creating new memories. Preparing your home for guests—and for the holidays themselves—isn’t about perfection. It’s about hospitality, comfort, and those subtle details that make people feel immediately at ease.

Here’s how to thoughtfully ready your home for the season ahead.

Thanksgiving is a mood as much as a meal. Your table should welcome people to linger—beautiful, unfussy, and quietly luxurious. Here’s our go-to guide for setting a polished, personal table without the stress.

Short days, long dinners, and a table that begs for one more story—November is my permission slip to lean into texture, glow, and a touch of tradition. Here’s what I’m loving right now and how I’m using each piece.

If you’ve ever hesitated to buy a light-colored sofa because of kids, pets, or everyday spills, you’re not alone. This is where performance fabrics come in. They’ve completely changed the way I approach design—offering beauty and practicality so you don’t have to choose between style and durability.

I recently had the pleasure of exploring the Lilly Pulitzer archive on display at 200 Lexington, and I can’t stop thinking about how much it inspires interior design. For anyone who knows my work, you know I’m drawn to color, pattern, and personality, and stepping into this archive was like walking into a master class on both.

As the air turns crisp and the days get shorter, we find ourselves drawn to the timeless comfort of plaids and checks — patterns that feel both familiar and refreshingly new this fall. Once reserved for cozy cabins and classic tailoring, these motifs are being reimagined across interiors in refined, unexpected ways.

One of the most common design dilemmas I hear from clients is: “Where do we put everything?” Storage is about creating a home that feels calm, organized, and beautiful. Over the years, I’ve discovered a few tried-and-true storage solutions that not only work hard but also look great in any space. Here’s my roundup of favorites:

Fall is for layering—textures, tones, and those small gleaming details that make a room (and an outfit) feel considered. This month’s edit mixes cozy classics with a little sparkle and a touch of modern whimsy. Here’s what I’m loving now—and how I’d style each piece.

I went to Bhutan without many expectations—just a deep craving for time with my 81-year-old dad and my older brother. I wanted the conversations that happen only when you hike side by side, unhurried. It’s the first trip in 14 years that it’s been just the three of us. Growing up, that was our rhythm: pick a far-flung place, go as “Team Peterson,” make memories.

I love when a home tells its story in the details—how a guest is welcomed, where a child curls up with a book, the way a night table quietly holds life’s little essentials. Here are a few snapshots from recent projects and what makes each space work.

As September draws to a close, I’ll be boarding a flight to a place that has long lived in my imagination: Bhutan. Known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon, Bhutan is a country where monasteries cling to cliffsides, prayer flags ripple in the wind, and time seems to slow into a rhythm of mindfulness and beauty.

This trip will be a personal adventure and a creative reset, but as any small business owner knows, stepping away requires both careful planning and intentional presence.

Today was such a special day at The Daymark in Sleepy Hollow, NY. Although the building is still under construction, the sales office opened its doors to welcome new homeowners who have already purchased their units in this stunning new development at Edge-on-Hudson.

The idea was simple but so exciting: bring together a group of professionals who can help residents transform their brand-new spaces into homes they truly love. Closet organizers, window treatment experts, AV specialists, furniture representatives—and us at Style and Space—were all there to meet, connect, and share ideas.

I love this project because it lands right where I like to live stylistically: a confident mix of heirloom and new. “Granny chic,” to me, is the joy of placing a handed-down antique mirror beside a crisp, traditional-shaped console—maybe lacquered in an unexpected hunter green. That kind of juxtaposition keeps the classics forever fresh: rooted in history and craftsmanship, but very now.

A new season is always my cue to edit—swap in richer textures, a touch of shine, and a few conversation starters. Here’s what I’m loving for September, from a petite accent chair to a starry lantern and the softest wool underfoot.

As the last golden days of summer stretch out before us, there’s a certain sweetness in the air — a mix of sun-soaked memories, lingering evenings, and the gentle pull of what comes next. This time of year always feels like a threshold: one foot still in flip-flops and sundresses, the other stepping toward the structure and rhythm of fall.

A love story, a Zillow spiral, and the ultimate design dilemma.

You know the feeling. You’re scrolling Zillow late at night, sipping something cold, the kids finally asleep, your kitchen quietly judging you for still not replacing the light fixture you swore you'd change three years ago. Then it happens. Your dream house appears.