7 Interior Design Blogs We Actually Read in 2026, and How We Use Them

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Almost every client who comes to us has some version of the same thing: hundreds of saved photos, open tabs, and a Pinterest board that stopped being useful months ago.

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The problem is rarely a lack of inspiration. It's having so much of it that you can no longer tell what you genuinely love, what suits your lifestyle, and what will actually work in your home.

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Here are seven design publications and resources we recommend exploring, from international interiors to Singapore-specific renovation advice, and how to make the most of them.

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For beautiful homes and inspiration

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House & Garden

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House & Garden celebrates homes with personality, from layered interiors and collected antiques to thoughtful craftsmanship and architectural details. We particularly enjoy seeing how a home reflects the people who live in it, often through pieces gathered and treasured over many years.

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Best for: Homeowners who appreciate timeless design, individuality, and spaces with a sense of history.

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Architectural Digest

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Architectural Digest takes us inside some of the world's most remarkable homes, with an emphasis on architecture, craftsmanship, and extraordinary details. It encourages us to think beyond conventional design solutions.

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Best for: Exploring ambitious design ideas, bespoke details, and exceptional craftsmanship. 

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Est Living

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Est Living is particularly strong in contemporary interiors, kitchens, bathrooms, and architectural detailing. We enjoy studying the quieter decisions, from how materials meet to how cabinetry and furniture are integrated into a room.

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Best for: Refining materials, finishes, and architectural details.

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For renovation and practical ideas

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Remodelista

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Remodelista goes beyond beautiful photography to examine practical renovation decisions. Its Remodeling 101 articles are particularly useful for understanding materials, fixtures, and the considerations that come before installation.

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Best for: Homeowners who want to understand the practical side of renovation.

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For Singapore homeowners and luxury living

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Robb Report Singapore

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Robb Report explores luxury through architecture, design, craftsmanship, art, and lifestyle. We appreciate how it approaches the idea of living beautifully, including the relationship between the spaces we create and the lives we lead.

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Loren Ng Design’s founder, Loren Ng, also contributed an article on why genuine luxury should reflect individuality rather than follow a prescribed aesthetic. Read her piece here: The Misrepresentation of Quiet Luxury in Home Decor.

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Best for: Exploring refined living, craftsmanship, and a more personal perspective on luxury.

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Home & Decor Singapore

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Home & Decor Singapore features Singapore homes, local designers, and renovation ideas that reflect the way people live here. It offers a useful perspective on residential design, from everyday functionality to thoughtful space planning.

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We're also grateful to have our work recognized in its Top of the Class 2026 feature. You can read the full article here: Loren Ng Designs, Top of the Class 2026: Most Inviting.

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Best for: Discovering Singapore homes and renovation ideas grounded in local living.

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Loren Ng Designs: Field Notes

Our notes share what we learn from designing and building homes in Singapore, including the decisions that rarely make it into finished photographs.

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We write about materials, spatial planning, shophouse conservation, construction challenges, and the reasoning behind our design decisions.

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Best for: Homeowners who want to understand what actually goes into planning and renovating a Singapore property.

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A few articles to start with:

• Shophouse Styling: From Historic Charm to Contemporary Comfort
• Eco-Friendly Low-Formaldehyde Carpentry
• Lighting 101: How to Light Your Home Like a Designer

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How to make the most of these references

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Before saving another hundred images, try selecting just a few that genuinely speak to you. Write down what draws you to each one, whether it's the lighting, materials, proportions, or simply how the space makes you feel.

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Look for patterns across your selections. You may discover preferences you hadn't been able to articulate before.

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This is also how we approach inspiration at Loren Ng Designs. Through our psychology-led briefing, we explore why clients are drawn to particular spaces, then consider how those ideas can be adapted to their lifestyle, property, and budget.

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After all, the most useful reference is one that helps you understand how you want to live.

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Planning a major renovation in Singapore?

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If you're ready to turn your ideas into a home designed around your life, we'd love to hear what you have in mind.

Enquire with us here.

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📩 ask@lorenngdesigns.com 

📷 @loren_ng_designs

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