We may earn a commission from links on this page.Home renovations are expensiveand exciting. Its never cheap to rip out the old and install the brand-new, but a quality renovation can turn your house into a dream home, or at least solve some nagging problems that have bothered you for years. While not every renovation project gives you the results youre looking for, theres no doubt that putting some work into your home usually results in a happier, more valuable place to live.But renovation projects arent set it and forget it. Youve hired people to come into your private space with tools and materials, to rip out old stuff (that sometimes doesnt want to be ripped out and puts up quite a fight), and generally make an enormous mess of the place. Hiring reputable contractors will protect you from the worst-case scenarios in most renovations, but any time tools and big, heavy materials are involved theres a chance of damage. If your contractors smash up the place, your homeowners insurance may cover the costs, but its best if you avoid the damage in the first place. Here are some straightforward precautions to take to protect your home during a renovation.Sequester the renovation zonesIf youre only renovating part of your home, your first step should be encapsulating the area with plastic sheeting. This doesnt have to be a complicated process:Apply painters tape around the doorway or opening that leads to the area where the renovation will occur.Cut a sheet of plastic sheeting so that it fits over the doorway or opening with margins of an inch or more all around.Tape the plastic into place with duct tape, making sure to adhere it to the painters tape so you dont damage the walls or floors.Apply a tarp zipper to the plastic barrier, then slice it open to create an opening for you and your contractors to pass through.This will help contain dust and debris, preventing damage to your furniture or HVAC systems.Turn off the HVACIf your home has central heating and cooling, you should take some precautions to ensure that it isnt affected by dust and debris, which can clog the filters and damage the unit itself:Cover vents. Use magnetic vent covers or tape down more plastic to completely cover vents within the work zone.Turn the system off. When mudding drywall or painting, some contractors want to run your HVAC system to assist with drying, but dont let them. In fact, turn the HVAC system off (in just the affected zone, if you can) to ensure it isnt sucking up heavy construction dust all day long. If your contractors want to speed up the drying or setting process they can bring in portable heaters or dehumidifiers to do the job without risking your homes infrastructure.Protect important surfaces from damageNow that dust isn't going to coat your entire home in a fine layer, it's important to protect various parts of your home from scratches, dings, and dents.DoorsDoors are easy targets for damage during a renovation. Contractors carrying large, bulky items can smash into them, and tools can easily scrape and dent as theyre carried around a space. Adding some snap-on door jamb protectors and removing or covering the door with builders paper will protect it from these kinds of accidents.Tubs and sinksIf your workers will be anywhere near your kitchen and bathroom fixtures, youll want to protect them from dirt and dust as well as scratches and other damage. You can plug drains with some rags or tape them up, then cover the sinks and bathtubs with heavy-duty cardboard (or invest in an adjustable tub protector or temporary, peelable tub film). This way, when your contractor drops their hammer on your brand-new tub, youll be able to just shrug it off.FlooringFloors take a beating during any sort of construction. Dirt and grit can act like sandpaper on the finish, and there are endless opportunities for scrapes and scratches. Depending on the work being done, you might get away with a simple drop cloth or carpet film, but if the work is more involved, you should consider something a little tougher to protect your hardwood, tile, or laminate flooring. Floor surface protection sheets are relatively easy to install, and are very effective at protecting against damage from even the most careless contractors, and neoprene runners are a solid option for easier, more temporary protection because they can be rolled out and rolled up quickly. You could also useTo protect your stairs, an easy and effective solution is a no-slip drop cloth like this that will stay in place, even on stairs.CountertopsIn kitchens and bathrooms, contractors usually cant resist seeing countertops as extra workspace, a place to drop tools, store materials, and otherwise abuse. Covering your countertops with a dropcloth or protective film can spare them dust, dirt, and greasy spills, but wont protect them from chips and gouges. Covering them with the same board material you use on the floors can give you that extra layer of protection that ensures you still have countertops when the work is done.

Bloober Team is taking its horror game cred into a new direction with the launch of publisher Broken Mirror Games. This "co-development label" is collaborating with Rock Square Thunder, an indie outfit founded by ex-Bloober devs, for a new open-world survival horror game called I Hate This Place. It's scheduled for release in the final quarter of 2025 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch.The source material for this adaptation is a comic book series of the same title from Skybound Entertainment by writer Kyle Starks and artist Artyom Topilin. Fittingly, the game has kept a hand-drawn style for its tale of protagonist Elena, who has accidentally unleashed a nightmarish force and now has to fight for her life by using her wits and finding shelter before the sun sets.While its exact focus in the genre has shifted, Bloober Team has created several well-received horror games such as Layers of Fear, last year's Silent Hill 2 remake and the upcoming Cronos: The New Dawn.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/bloober-team-launches-horror-publishing-label-with-debut-game-i-hate-this-place-220032691.html?src=rss

Theres something really exciting about FBC: Firebreak, Remedys take on cooperative, online first-person shooters. Ive been trying to pinpoint a specific wow factor since attending the games developer-led demonstration last week, but Ive concluded its a combination of multiple cool features blended perfectly together. FBC: Firebreak is set in the sterile headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Control and it features Remedys trademark dark surrealism, but its also infused with a healthy dose of silliness and mechanical depth. The result feels like a modern Left 4 Dead in the best possible way, just with Hiss instead of zombies and three players instead of four.Left 3 Dead, anyone?FBC: Firebreak takes place six years after the end of Control. The Oldest House, which used to be the seat of power for the FBC, has been sealed with the Hiss inside, and its now time to eradicate the invasion and lift the lockdown. The agency is sending in the Firebreak team, a unit composed of government volunteers with no extra combat training and little hope of making it out alive. As a member of Firebreak, youre handed some special equipment, patted on the back, and locked inside the headquarters with the Hiss and every unfortunate employee its infested. Good luck.The game is broken down by Jobs, which are essentially custom-built missions in specific regions of The Oldest House. All Jobs have three zones, but otherwise each one has a unique objective, crisis, and environment. After selecting a Job, you get to customize your run by setting the Threat Level and Clearance Level Threat Level determines combat difficulty and the number of rewards up for grabs, while Clearance Level sets the number of zones you have to clear and the type of rewards.I will say we do have more than three clearance levels, and you get into some pretty interesting stuff later, such as corrupted items that appear during the job, game director Mike Kayatta said.Remedy EntertainmentBefore the match begins, each player gets to select one of three Crisis Kits, loadouts designed with specific playstyles in mind. Crisis Kits come with a tool and an item each. The Jump Kit is based around electricity and it has the Electro-Kinectic Charge Impactor, a portable jackhammer kind of device with a conductive metal plate on the end, capable of slamming into enemies or propelling yourself into the air. It also has the BOOMbox, which plays music to attract enemies before exploding. The Fix Kit gives you a big wrench thats able to repair machinery and stagger Hiss, and it also includes a turret that you have to smack with the wrench to assemble. The Splash Kit is for all the water signs out there it features the Crank-Operated Fluidic Injector, an industrial water cannon that can extinguish fires and soak enemies so theyre primed for extra damage, plus a Humidifier, which sprays healing water in a wide area.A good way to look at all of this is that you're going to kind of combine the threat level and the clearance level and the type of job you want to play to sort of create your own load, your own experience, exactly the session that you're looking for with whatever group you're playing with that night, Kayatta said.Members of the Firebreak squad have their own Research Perks, or upgrade slots. You purchase Perks with currency earned during Jobs, and stacking upgrades of the same type strengthens their effect. Equipping three Perks of the same type lends that ability to nearby teammates as well.Remedy EntertainmentFor example, one perk might give you the feature that each missed bullet has a chance to return to your clip, or the ability to extinguish yourself by jumping up and down, which is how that of course works, community manager Julius Fondem said. If you equip just one perk, you get its effect. Simple, straightforward. If you equip two of the same type, you get a stronger version of that perk. And if you equip three of the same perk type, you can actually share its effect with your nearby crewmates. As you increase your kit proficiency, you'll increase the slots you have to play with, giving you the opportunity to play with a lot of different builds and strategies.Killing Hiss is all fine and dandy, but collecting currency is a major goal of each run in FBC: Firebreak, too. Currency is used to purchase new gear and cosmetics as well as Perks.Ultimately, Firebreak is about efficiency, Fondem said. You can't fail objectives, but the longer you spend doing them, the more and more Hiss will show up to stop you, increasing the chance that your crew dies on the job. That means the longer you spend exploring for currency, the more risk you're inviting and the harder it will eventually become to make it back to headquarters in one piece.Speaking of currency Remedy promises it wont charge for critical content post-launch.We want to keep all of our players united, which means that all playable post-launch content, such as Jobs, will be free for everyone who has the game, Fondem said. We'll support the game by offering paid cosmetic content as well.The Job that Remedy showed off in the media briefing (and featured in todays Future Games Show Spring Showcase) was Paper Chase, a mission filled with flying yellow sticky notes, sticky-note monsters, and one hulking sticky-note titan as the final boss. Its set in a classic FBC office space, concrete walls and blood-orange carpet, and players have to eradicate the rogue, multiplying sticky notes as well as the rushing Hiss. Little squares of paper swirl through the air and cling to the players face, covering the screen at times, amid explosions, flickering lights and showers of bullets. At one point, a player places a piggy bank in their melee weapon and smashes it on the Hiss, screaming, Stand back, piggys coming out! It activates an AOE wind effect on nearby enemies. There are environmental factors to mess with and a range of weapons to deploy shotguns, machine guns, rifles, pistols, water cannons, turrets, grenades, electrified impact devices, boomboxes and overall, Paper Chase seems like a damn good time.Remedy EntertainmentIts taken plenty of iteration to get to this point. And as it turns out, FBC: Firebreak isnt limited to three players just to differentiate itself from a slightly similar 16-year-old game with a four in its title.The reason why we did three-player squads, really, it was like an organic quirk of the development, Kayatta said. We actually started testing with four players. I think it just didn't feel quite as good. It was a little harder to understand where people were. That's something that's, like, not required but definitely helpful in this game. And it just felt like, with all of the chaos and all of the fun systems going off, three just felt right over time. So that's it. And yeah, you can play solo or duo.FBC: Firebreak is due out this summer, and its heading to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, plus itll be available day-one on Game Pass and PlayStation Plus. Itll support cross-play. Remedy is aiming for a lower-minimum PC spec requirement and optimizing the game for Steam Deck. Still, FBC: Firebreak will ship with full ray-tracing support, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation and NVIDIA Reflex capabilities.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/fbc-firebreak-first-look-left-4-dead-but-with-remedys-silly-surreal-touch-214657219.html?src=rss

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At Nvidias developer conference on Thursday, a large group of energy companiesalong with a few technology companiesannounced plans to collaborate on building AI models and apps aimed at improving the generation and distribution of electric power.The initiative, called the Open Power AI Consortium, is organized by the Palo Alto-based Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Founding members include Nvidia, Microsoft, AWS, and Oracle. Notably absent from the group are all of the leading developers of frontier AI models, such as Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI.This is about getting the right data, and getting it clean, so that it can be used for AI, Jeremy Renshaw, who leads the consortium at EPRI, tells Fast Company. Renshaw says energy companies have mountains of data, but organizing it in a way that AI models can process is key.But already, more than two dozen regional power companies in the U.S. have signed on, including Con Edison, Duke Energy, New York Power Authority, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison, Tennessee Valley Authority, and Westinghouse Electric Company.EPRI president and CEO Arshad Mansoor said in a statement that the consortium will create an AI model, datasets, and apps to enhance grid reliability, optimize asset performance, and enable more efficient energy management. It will also foster a collaborative environment where utilities, startups, academics, and national labs can work together to address power-sector challenges using AI.The consortium doesnt include representatives from government agencies, but Renshaw said hed like to see their inclusion. We intend to include anyone involved in the making and moving of electricity, he says. Government is important because they do the permitting, licensing, and they provide regulations.The announcement comes amid growing concern in the tech sector over the strain that AI workloads can place on data centers. (Google even pledged last year to buy energy from small modular reactors developed by Kairos Power to support its growing AI ambitions.)Axios climate reporter Alex Freedman notes that the power demands of the so-called AI boom have become a top priority for energy company CEOs in the U.S. Freedman highlights an ongoing debate within that sector over whether the power demands of AI will prolong the use of fossil fuels. Should that prove to be the case, AI could further push back constructive work toward climate goals.

Its World Happiness Day, otherwise known as International Day of Happiness, but if youre not feeling the love, youre not alone. Many Americans arent that happy, according to the World Happiness Report 2025, which ranks happiness across nations. In fact, America doesnt even crack the top 20 happiest countries in the world, and instead now sits at No. 24earning its lowest ranking yet. (Spoiler alert: Finland once again is the happiest.)The report, which asked people from 140 countries to evaluate their life, looked at six major factors to predict happiness: GDP per capita, social support, healthy life expectancy, freedom, generosity, and perceptions of corruption. Each person ranked their own happiness over the past three years from 2022 to 2024.While all those factors are important, the key to happiness is often attributed to Harvard Universitys landmark 85-year Study of Adult Development, which discovered that close relationships are the strongest predictor of happinessthroughout our lives.The young and the hopelessPerhaps one reason for Americas plummeting levels of happiness can be understood through the eyes of Gen Z, who are currently experiencing an epidemic oflonelinessand isolation (as are many Americans, but not to the same extent). The report found young people worldwide were increasingly lonely, with 19% reporting in 2023 that they have no one to count on for social support, a 39% increase from 2006.The decline in the U.S. in 2024 was at least partly attributable to Americans younger than age 30 feeling worse about their lives, Ilana Ron-Levey, managing director at Gallup, part of the World Happiness Report 2025, toldCNN. Todays young people report feeling less supported by friends and family, less free to make life choices and less optimistic about their living standards.It also found that in the United States and parts of Europe, lower levels of both happiness and trust have greatly contributed to more polarization along political lines.The silver lining? One positive finding was that people often underestimate other peoples kindness; that is to say, people are often kinder than we think, and doing nice things for others actually makes you happier.What are the worlds happiest countries?Here are 2025s top 20 happiest countries in the world.FinlandDenmarkIcelandSwedenNetherlandsCosta RicaNorwayIsraelLuxembourgMexicoAustraliaNew ZealandSwitzerlandBelgiumIrelandLithuaniaAustriaCanadaSloveniaCzech RepublicThe five countries where people were most unhappy? At the bottom of the list: Afghanistan, once again the last-place holder; Sierra Leone, Lebanon, Malawi, and Zimbabwe.The report is the result of a partnership between Gallup, the Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre, the U.N. Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and an editorial board.

The popular sandbox game Minecraft designed and developed by Markus Persson, and later acquired by Microsoft is the evergreen talk of forum discussions. Whether it is a gamer or someone who isnt interested in a video game-related ice-breaking moment, this global sensation has amazed everyone with its procedurally generated world for endless exploration. There are more than enough reasons to go crazy about Minecraft and having unrelated collaborations that celebrate the complexity of the core mechanics of the game.Fossil wants to bring the storytelling of a Minecraft player right to your wrist with a limited-edition watch. The visually striking chronograph dubbed the Minecraft x Fossil Limited Edition Grass Chronograph Watch is a part of the rugged Machine Collection. This timepiece is an imaginative piece that tells the story of the hero you play in the virtual world. Fossil has released this one as a part of two limited edition releases Deesplate and Grass bloc both themed on the popular game. AS Fossil puts it, Rooted in creativity, this timepiece plays into the endless quest of crafting your own world from the ground up block by block.Designer: FossilTime to get the feel of Minecraft worldIm more intrigued by the Grass edition since it depicts the initial phase of the adventure when a player enters the unknown pixelated world. I got to playing Minecraft some time ago but didnt have the patience to invest time due to my hustle routine. This Fossil watch has just sparked that interest again. The motif on the dial is nostalgia personified, representing the initial earth block on which the newbie player starts the exploration. If you look closely, the hands of the watch dial represent the tools pickaxe, torch and sword that are at the disposal of the player.The 50-meter water-resistant wristwatch has a 44mm steel case and a bezel that represents Minecrafts Overworld. On the inside, the 30-minute complication chronograph has a Japanese quartz movement thats battery-powered. Attached to the pixelated, blocky aesthetic of the watch is the 22mmm wide silicon strap that carries the same earthen feel in a tan color and the block-textured pattern. It also gets the lenticular case back to keep the vibe going. The limited edition Minecraft x Fossil Limited-Edition Grass Block Chronograph Watch is up for grabs at $250, so better get one before stocks exhaust.Go Matte black for diamond mining explorationFor seasoned Minecraft players or people who like to sport darker colors on their wrist, the Deepslate Chronograph Watch is the one to go for. According to the maker, This rugged timepiece captures the mystery of mining the deep dark in search of the elusive diamond ore. The timepiece comes with sub-eye hands representing the glowing diamond tools. Compared to the other version this one gets a sculpted blocky top ring, and a theme that represents the underground world of the game that seasoned players like to explore a lot. On the rear, the caseback has a diamond that looks like a cool hologram.The watch is paired with a black silicone strap that complements the darker hue of Minecrafts dark world. The specifications of the Machine Collection watch are the same as the Grass edition and no difference there. The Limited Edition Deepslate Chronograph Watch is going to be limited to 2,220 units, but it might be too late as it is labeled as being sold out on the Fossil website. Along with these Quartz chronographs, Fossil has also released Minecraft-themed wallets and bracelets to complete the cool look.The post Fossil x Minecraft themed rugged chronograph watches celebrate the spirit of time exploration first appeared on Yanko Design.

Timeless design is an interior aesthetic style that primarily aims to achieve a sense of permanence in an ever-changing world of trends. The main objective is to create a space that maintains its relevance and does not become outdated with time, offering both visual harmony and functional practicality. Looking at this houses exterior designed by SK Architekci and visualized by Ideal Arch Visuals, it has a simple yet striking silhouette that echoes homeliness through its symbolic house shape. Timeless homes such as this need a timeless interior design that prioritizes highly functional and visually pleasing design elements. Rather than chasing seasonal trends, this approach focuses on enduring principles that have defined beautiful spaces across generations and cultural boundaries.When you invest in timeless design, youre creating more than just an attractive home youre building a sanctuary that will remain elegant and functional for decades. This approach not only saves you from costly and frequent redecorating but also creates spaces with authentic character that can evolve gently with your life. The following fifteen design ideas represent the foundational elements of timeless interiors, offering practical guidance to craft an aesthetic that feels both classic and contemporary. By incorporating these principles, you can create rooms that feel as fresh and inviting years from now as they do today.1. Choose a Layout That Meets Your Familys NeedsThe first step toward creating a timeless aesthetic is designing a home that genuinely caters to the individual needs of each family member. A truly enduring space isnt just visually appealingits deeply functional for the people who live there. Pay careful attention to how your family actually uses spaces, considering both current patterns and how these might evolve over time. This thoughtful approach to spatial planning creates interiors that remain relevant through different life stages, from young families to empty nesters, ensuring your design investment continues to serve you well for decades.Practical storage solutions form the backbone of this family-centered approach. Incorporate a balanced mix of open and closed storage throughout your homedisplay shelves for treasured collections and photographs that tell your story, alongside concealed cabinets that keep daily necessities organized but out of sight. This strategic combination allows your most beautiful possessions to shine as intentional design elements while preventing the accumulation of visual clutter that can make even the most stylish space feel chaotic and dated. Remember that a home that functions seamlessly for its inhabitants will always feel timeless, regardless of changing design trends.2. Achieve SymmetryAnother cornerstone of timeless design is achieving a strong sense of symmetry through thoughtful furniture arrangement and dcor placement. This age-old principle creates spaces that exude visual harmony and balance, qualities that have appealed to the human eye across centuries and cultures. True symmetry isnt rigid or formulaicits about creating a sense of equilibrium among all elements in a room, from floor to ceiling. When properly executed, symmetrical spaces feel inherently ordered and peaceful, providing a sense of stability that transcends passing trends and continues to satisfy our innate desire for balance year after year.Symmetry can be implemented in countless ways, from the perfect mirroring of matching sofas flanking a fireplace to more subtle applications like balanced visual weight across a room. Consider the classic example of a circular rug anchoring a round center table, with chairs positioned at equal distances around itthis creates a harmonious composition that draws the eye naturally to the center while maintaining perfect balance throughout the space. Even in more eclectic interiors, maintaining some degree of symmetry in key areas helps create focal points that ground the design and prevent it from feeling chaotic or disorganized, ensuring your space maintains its appeal regardless of changing fashions.3. Create a Focal PointEstablishing a single, compelling focal point is essential to creating a timeless interior that feels purposeful and cohesive. This anchoring elementwhether a stately fireplace mantel, dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, or a significant piece of artworkprovides the gravitational center around which all other design elements naturally orbit. The most enduring interiors throughout history have employed this principle to create spaces with clear visual hierarchy and intention. When selecting your focal point, choose an element with architectural significance or personal meaning that will continue to resonate regardless of changing trends, ensuring your space maintains its fundamental character over decades.The discipline of limiting yourself to one primary focal point per room is what separates timeless design from more transient approaches. When furniture arrangement, lighting, and accessory placement all acknowledge and enhance this central feature, the result is a harmonious composition that feels balanced rather than chaotic. Multiple competing focal points, while tempting in larger spaces, invariably create visual tension and a sense of busyness that can quickly feel dated or overwhelming. By honoring this singular focus principle, you create rooms with a sense of clarity and purpose that allows both residents and visitors to intuitively understand and appreciate the space, a quality that never goes out of style.4. Use Classic PatternsIncorporating classic patterns into your interior design creates an immediate sense of timelessness that transcends fleeting trends. Botanicals, damasks, stripes, and plaids have adorned the most elegant interiors for centuries, maintaining their appeal across vastly different design eras. These enduring patterns connect contemporary spaces to design history while simultaneously feeling fresh and relevant. What makes these patterns truly timeless is their foundation in natural forms and geometric principles that resonate with our innate aesthetic sensibilities. When selecting patterns for a lasting design, opt for those with historical precedent but in colorways and scales that complement your overall palette and spatial dimensions.The artful distribution of patterns throughout a space is equally important to achieving a timeless look. Create visual harmony by incorporating a thoughtful mix of pattern scalesperhaps a large-scale botanical on drapery, medium-sized stripes on accent chairs, and small-scale plaids for pillows. This variation prevents monotony while maintaining cohesion. Distribute these patterned elements evenly throughout your room rather than concentrating them in one area, which can create visual imbalance. This balanced approach to pattern integration ensures the eye moves pleasantly throughout the space, creating an interior that feels considered and composedqualities that remain appealing regardless of which patterns are currently trending in the design world.5. Dont Get Carried Away by TrendsThe hallmark of truly timeless interior design is a measured approach to incorporating trendsembracing them judiciously rather than allowing them to dominate your space. While design magazines and social media constantly showcase the latest colors, materials, and styles, the most enduring interiors maintain a careful balance between contemporary influences and classic foundations. This disciplined approach doesnt mean avoiding trends entirely, but rather understanding their ephemeral nature and limiting their presence to elements that can be easily updated. By maintaining this perspective, you create spaces that feel current without becoming quickly dated, allowing your home to evolve gracefully rather than requiring complete overhauls every few years.When you do incorporate trending elements, confine them to easily replaceable items like textiles and accessories. If a particular shade of terracotta or sage green is having its moment, consider introducing it through cushions, throws, area rugs, or curtainspieces that can be switched out with minimal investment when tastes inevitably shift. This strategy allows you to refresh your space periodically without disrupting its fundamental character or requiring significant expenditure. The most sophisticated interiors often feature a neutral, timeless backdrop of architecture and major furniture pieces, creating the perfect canvas for these more transient trend expressions. This balanced approach ensures your home remains both relevant and enduringthe true definition of timeless design.6. Create an Indoor-Outdoor ConnectionInstill a profound sense of timelessness by thoughtfully integrating indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a seamless flow between your home and its natural surroundings. This connection to nature transcends fleeting design trends, drawing instead on our innate human affinity for the natural world. Strategic placement of windows, glass doors, and transitional spaces like covered patios creates a dialogue between architecture and landscape that feels both contemporary and ancient. This harmonious relationship not only fills interiors with abundant natural light but also establishes the bright, airy atmosphere that has characterized the most enduring residential designs throughout history.Complete this natural connection by enlivening your interiors with carefully selected greenery and botanical elements. Houseplants, from statement floor specimens to delicate tabletop varieties, introduce living texture and organic shapes that soften architectural lines and add visual depth. Beyond their aesthetic contribution, plants improve air quality and create a sense of vitality that makes spaces feel inherently more welcoming and alive. This biophilic approachincorporating natural elements into built environmentsrepresents one of the most enduring design principles across cultures and eras, ensuring your home maintains its appeal regardless of changing decorative fashions.7. Choose Natural MaterialsNatural materials form the cornerstone of truly timeless interior design, offering an inherent beauty that synthetic alternatives simply cannot replicate. Materials sourced directly from natureslate, brick, stone, wood, granite, marble, clay, jute, wool, wicker, leather, metals, and glasspossess unique variations, textures, and patinas that tell a story and develop character over time. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these materials typically offer superior environmental credentials with lower VOC emissions and greater sustainability when responsibly sourced. Their versatility allows for countless applications across flooring, countertops, backsplashes, furniture, architectural elements, and decorative accents.The enduring appeal of natural materials lies in their ability to create spaces that feel authentic, grounded, and harmonious. Unlike their synthetic counterparts, which often reflect specific time periods and manufacturing trends, natural materials maintain their relevance across decades and design movements. They age gracefully, often becoming more beautiful with use and timedeveloping rich patinas on leather, subtle softening of stone edges, or the deepening color of wood. This natural evolution creates interiors with soul and substance, spaces that feel collected rather than decorated. When thoughtfully combined, these materials create a sensory richness and tactile warmth that remains appealing regardless of changing fashions.8. Conceal TechnologyCreating truly timeless interiors requires thoughtful integration of technology that prevents these ever-evolving elements from dominating your design. While our homes increasingly rely on electronic devices, allowing televisions, speakers, routers, and other gadgets to become visual focal points inevitably dates your space to the current technological moment. The most enduring interiors cleverly conceal these necessary items behind cabinet doors, within built-in units, or through purpose-designed furniture that maintains the rooms aesthetic integrity. This approach ensures that when technology inevitably advancesas it always doesyour overall design remains relevant rather than appearing anchored to outdated equipment.The strategic concealment of supporting infrastructureparticularly the tangle of wires, cables, and outlets that accompany modern technologyfurther enhances this timeless quality. Consider incorporating charging stations within drawers, planning for cable management systems during renovation, or utilizing wireless options whenever possible. When technology must remain visible, select pieces with clean, simple designs in neutral finishes that complement rather than compete with your overall aesthetic. This balanced approach allows you to enjoy modern conveniences without sacrificing the visual harmony and enduring appeal that defines truly timeless interior design.9. Invest in Quality ItemsInvesting in high-quality furniture, fabrics, and accessories forms the foundation of a truly timeless interior that evolves gracefully over decades rather than years. Unlike mass-produced items designed for quick turnover, well-crafted pieces maintain their structural integrity and aesthetic appeal through generations of use. Consider incorporating artisan-made furniture, hand-knotted rugs, or vintage finds with proven longevity into your design scheme. These quality investments often feature superior materials, time-tested construction techniques, and thoughtful proportions that remain relevant regardless of shifting trends. The initial higher cost amortizes over their extended lifespan, making them more economical in the long run than repeatedly replacing inferior alternatives.Handcrafted items bring an additional dimension to timeless interiors through their inherent uniqueness and emotional resonance. Pieces created by skilled artisans carry stories within their constructiontraditional joinery techniques, regional design influences, or cultural heritage expressed through pattern and form. This authenticity creates spaces with soul and character impossible to achieve with mass-manufactured alternatives. Conversely, cutting corners with inexpensive, poorly made items often results in a space that quickly appears worn, dated, and disposable. The distinction becomes increasingly apparent over time as quality pieces develop beautiful patinas while their cheaper counterparts deteriorate, reinforcing the wisdom of investing in excellence from the outset.10.Decorate in a Classic StyleInvesting in high-quality furniture, fabrics, and accessories forms the foundation of a truly timeless interior that evolves gracefully over decades rather than years. Unlike mass-produced items designed for quick turnover, well-crafted pieces maintain their structural integrity and aesthetic appeal through generations of use. Consider incorporating artisan-made furniture, hand-knotted rugs, or vintage finds with proven longevity into your design scheme. These quality investments often feature superior materials, time-tested construction techniques, and thoughtful proportions that remain relevant regardless of shifting trends. The initial higher cost amortizes over their extended lifespan, making them more economical in the long run than repeatedly replacing inferior alternatives.Handcrafted items bring an additional dimension to timeless interiors through their inherent uniqueness and emotional resonance. Pieces created by skilled artisans carry stories within their constructiontraditional joinery techniques, regional design influences, or cultural heritage expressed through pattern and form. This authenticity creates spaces with soul and character impossible to achieve with mass-manufactured alternatives. Conversely, cutting corners with inexpensive, poorly made items often results in a space that quickly appears worn, dated, and disposable. The distinction becomes increasingly apparent over time as quality pieces develop beautiful patinas while their cheaper counterparts deteriorate, reinforcing the wisdom of investing in excellence from the outset.11. Blend the Old with the NewA truly timeless aesthetic masterfully bridges different eras, creating a rich dialogue between past and present through thoughtful juxtaposition of vintage and contemporary elements. This deliberate mixing of periods prevents a space from feeling like a museum frozen in time or, conversely, a showroom of passing trends. The most enduring interiors achieve this balance by allowing antique pieces to shine against modern backdrops, or by introducing clean-lined contemporary furniture into spaces with historical architectural details. This approach creates a layered, collected atmosphere that suggests the space has evolved naturally over timethe hallmark of genuinely timeless design.The art of blending old and new requires a curators eye for meaningful connections between disparate pieces. Consider how a mid-century credenza might complement an antique Persian rug, or how contemporary lighting can highlight the craftsmanship of a heritage dining table. Antiques take on fresh relevance when thoughtfully incorporated into modern contexts, while contemporary pieces gain depth when paired with items carrying historical patina. This harmonious tension between eras creates spaces that feel both grounded in tradition and forward-lookinginteriors that tell a story of continuity rather than momentary fashion. The resulting warmth and character create environments that remain inviting and relevant regardless of changing design trends.12. A Neutral Color PaletteNeutral color palettes form the backbone of truly timeless interior design, providing a sophisticated foundation that transcends fleeting color trends. Soft whites, warm beiges, versatile grays, and gentle taupes create spaces that feel simultaneously fresh and enduring, allowing architectural details and quality furnishings to take center stage. These understated hues evoke a sense of calm and spaciousness while providing the perfect backdrop for both personal expression and changing seasonal accents. Unlike bold color statements that can quickly feel dated, neutrals maintain their relevance across decades, explaining their consistent presence in the most elegant interiors throughout design history.The true versatility of a neutral palette emerges through thoughtful layering and strategic accent colors. Introduce depth and visual interest by incorporating various tones and textures within your neutral frameworkperhaps ivory walls, oatmeal upholstery, and greige wood finishes creating subtle dimension. For sophistication and grounding, integrate carefully chosen darker elements like deep navy, forest green, or charcoal as punctuation points through accessories, artwork, or statement furniture. This balanced approach creates interiors with both timeless serenity and contemporary relevance, spaces that can evolve effortlessly as your tastes mature without requiring complete redecorating. The enduring appeal of neutrals lies precisely in this adaptabilitythey provide both immediate beauty and long-term design flexibility.13. Buy Timeless FurnitureInvesting in timeless furniture pieces creates the essential framework for an enduring interior that transcends passing trends. These anchor elementssofas with classic proportions, well-crafted dining tables, and thoughtfully designed storage piecesform the backbone of your design for decades rather than seasons. The most enduring furniture silhouettes feature clean, balanced lines and refined proportions that reference historical precedents while maintaining contemporary relevance. When selecting these investment pieces, prioritize comfort, functionality, and versatility alongside aesthetic appeal. Quality construction using traditional joinery methods and premium materials ensures these foundational elements will maintain their structural integrity through years of daily use.The restraint demonstrated in timeless furniture design is perhaps its most defining characteristic. Avoid pieces with excessively ornate detailing, unconventional shapes, or trendy features that quickly identify them as products of a specific moment. Instead, seek furniture with subtle sophisticationgentle curves, thoughtful proportions, and restrained embellishments that complement rather than dominate your space. This disciplined approach doesnt preclude personality or warmth; rather, it creates the perfect canvas for expressing your individual style through more easily changeable elements like textiles, art, and accessories. When your major furniture pieces possess this quiet elegance, they adapt gracefully to evolving tastes and circumstances, proving their value as true lifetime investments.14. Clutter Free LookA clutter-free environment stands as one of the most enduring principles in interior design, transcending specific styles and eras to remain perpetually relevant. Thoughtfully arranged furniture with breathing room between pieces creates a sense of intentional spaciousness that feels both luxurious and calming. This approach to design requires disciplined editingselecting fewer, more meaningful items rather than filling every surface and corner. The most timeless interiors maintain this delicate balance between utilization and openness, creating spaces that feel purposeful rather than sparse, and sophisticated rather than overcrowded. This restraint allows architectural features and quality furnishings to be properly appreciated rather than overwhelmed by visual noise.Strategic storage solutions, particularly custom built-ins, play a crucial role in maintaining this uncluttered aesthetic while accommodating lifes necessary possessions. Unlike freestanding furniture that can feel imposing, built-in shelving and cabinetry integrate seamlessly with architecture, creating clean lines that enhance spatial flow. These permanent elements offer a perfect balance of concealed storage for everyday items alongside open display space for curated collections that add personality without creating visual chaos. When thoughtfully designed, such storage solutions become architectural features in their own right, elevating the entire room while performing the essential function of keeping surfaces clear and organizeda hallmark of truly timeless interior design.15. Beautify with ArtworkThoughtfully selected artwork serves as the soul of timeless interior design, infusing spaces with personality, cultural context, and emotional resonance that transcends decorative trends. Unlike furniture or color schemes that may feel dated after a decade, quality artwork maintains its impact and relevance indefinitely. Whether you gravitate toward classical landscapes, abstract expressionism, or contemporary photography, choose pieces that genuinely move you rather than merely matching your sofa. This authentic connection ensures the art will continue to resonate as your interior evolves. Position these meaningful works thoughtfullyneither too high nor crowded togetherallowing each piece adequate breathing room to command attention and appreciation.Complement your artwork with carefully curated decorative elements crafted from organic, sustainable materials that age gracefully over time. Handwoven natural fiber rugs, artisanal pottery with subtle glazes, and wooden objects with beautiful grain patterns introduce tactile warmth and craftsmanship that mass-produced accessories cannot replicate. These elements ground your space in authenticity while creating visual harmony through their organic textures and earthy palette. The most enduring interiors achieve a perfect balance between significant artwork that provides intellectual and emotional engagement and these supporting decorative elements that enhance the sensory experience of the space. Together, they create rooms with both immediate beauty and lasting significance.Timeless interior design transcends the ephemeral nature of trends, creating spaces that remain relevant and beautiful through changing seasons of life and style. Look at this beautiful Brazilian home is designed by architects Carlos Maia, Dbora Mendes, and Igor Macedo, and is elevated on a rectangular core, and supported by a group of tall slender pillars. With elegance reflecting in every part of this structure, these fifteen enduring principles from thoughtful space planning and quality investments to the strategic use of natural materials and neutral palettes you craft interiors with lasting significance rather than momentary appeal. These guidelines arent about rigidly adhering to a particular aesthetic but rather understanding the fundamental elements that have defined beautiful spaces across generations. The most enduring interiors balance classic foundations with personal expression, creating homes that feel both grounded in tradition and uniquely yours.Ultimately, timeless design is sustainable design both environmentally and emotionally. When you create spaces guided by these principles, you reduce the need for frequent renovations and replacements while building surroundings that support your wellbeing for years to come. Your home becomes not just a reflection of current fashions but a thoughtfully curated environment that evolves gracefully alongside you. In our rapidly changing world, theres profound comfort in returning to spaces that maintain their beauty and functionality regardless of external trends. This enduring quality is the true essence of timeless interior design creating not just rooms, but sanctuaries that stand the test of time.The post 15 Timeless Interior Design Ideas For a Home That Will Never Go Out of Style first appeared on Yanko Design.