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I'll never tire of poring over holiday decorating photos, and when the decorating is staged at the White House, I'm even more excited. This year, the White House's holiday decorating theme is "Simple Gifts." Laura Dowling, who serves as the chief floral designer, along with her staff, crafted holiday decorations that were derived from natural, upcycled, and humble sources. The results are quite lovely. If you're not planning on touring the White House in person this holiday season, get a peek online with this tour - and pick up some ideas to use in your own home!

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Earlier, I announced that the New York Times has asked five celebrated interior designers (Vicente Wolf, Kelly Wearstler, Jonathan Adler, Laura Kirar, and Thom Filicia) to each curate 10 of their favorite photographs from the NYT Store's new photo archives. The collection, called 50 Photographs, is available for purchase online today. I chatted with the illustrious Jonathan Adler on Friday about his selections and his work as a designer. Check out the interview below!

CasaSugar: So I was able to take a sneak peek at your collection of the New York Times photos, and I see you've chosen mostly photographs of glamorous revelers all wearing masks. What is it about the masquerade theme that you're drawn to?
Jonathan Adler: I just think there's nothing more fun than looking at pictures of glamorous in fancy dress having fun and I think masks are sort of . . . they're all about intrigue, and that's what a picture should be about. A picture should be provoking and intriguing and a

This weekend, my fun and relaxing Saturday was derailed by the discovery that water was leaking into our basement. The source of the deluge? A section of missing caulk between the tiled wall and the bathtub. So, it was off to the hardware store for me, where I stocked up on the supplies needed for my DIY home repair. In case you didn't know, caulk is a flexible sealing compound used around tile work, joints, and household items such as sinks, toilets, and tubs. Unless a proper layer of caulk is applied, there's a good chance that water will leak through the floor or the wall, causing potentially expensive damage to your home. The good news is that this repair is something nearly anyone can do. It just requires a bit of patience. You can find directions on how to caulk on a number of websites, including WikiHow. Here are a few other tips I picked up along the way.

1. Be diligent about getting rid of the scum. Most tubs will have a layer of grime, soap scum, and mold along the edges of

A chandelier suspended above a dining table is practically a given, and a grand foyer outfitted with the glittery lighting isn't hard to come by either. But there are plenty of other places to to hang those crystal creations that aren't so traditional. In my dream world, the glamorous fixtures would dress the ceilings of every room - as well as some delightful outdoor spaces, too. Check out these five extraordinary places to hang a chandelier!

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I discovered pro stylist Erica Domesek's DIY fashion website P.S. I Made This a few months ago and spent literally hours reading her archives. Living by the motto "I see it, I like it, I make it," Erica collages mood boards showcasing what she's loving lately (be it trends, palettes, or motifs), and then hand-crafts one-of-a-kind fashion and home accessories inspired by her boards. I caught a glimpse of her apartment in one of her posts, and I knew her talent for interior styling was as strong as her fashion sense. So I reached out to Erica and she happily obliged to share her loft in Gramercy Park, NYC with us, as well as answer some questions about her apartment and resources. Her home is seriously stylish; I can't wait for you to see it!

Photos by Michael Fine

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Cruising through the portfolio of Samantha Pynn, a decorator, stylist, and the host and principal designer of Pure Design on HGTV Canada, I was quite impressed with all the dining rooms she's designed. I often feel that dining room design can become a bit stale and uninspired, but I was taken with all the different ways she's re-envisioned the eating space. She's made the traditionally formal room both tailored and casual, but more importantly, lively! Take a cue from Samantha with these seven dining room design ideas.

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Earlier today I brought you a Designer Spotlight on the remarkably talented LA-based interior designer Jeff Andrews. Andrews's work is truly inspiring and never ceases to impress me, so I reached out to Jeff to get to know him a little better and hear about his latest projects and his challenges as a designer. Read my interview below!

CasaSugar: What projects are you working on now?

Jeff Andrews: I am working on the Showtime Showcase House in New York. The room I'm designing is inspired by the Showtime series Dexter. The house opens in September. I am also designing a home for Kris Jenner, which will be amazing. She is an inspiration. Finishing up a home for Lamar Odom and Khloe Kardashian Odom . . . love them! Designing a beachfront home for my best friend and client Jennifer Messer (our fourth project together) and a condo project for TV host Marc Summers and his wife, Alice. Things are busy around here! I am blessed.

CS: How would you describe the style of your own

August is here and along with dog days of Summer, that also means there's another thing raising temperatures: the new Anthropologie catalog! As always, the set of the bohemian catalog is inspiring me to redecorate my own interiors. Come along and steal these gorgeous design ideas!

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