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If these walls could talk ... Actually, at Grace Mitchell's house, they do. Every paint color, every piece of furniture, every accessory speaks to the soul of the family living here—and the passion of the creative mom who pulled it all together.

Bold walls create instant wow factor, yet many of us are afraid to commit to a strong paint color. Designer Nick Olsen wants to help you take the plunge. "It's just paint. It can always be painted over, so go for it," he says. Follow his tips and you'll have a room that feels exciting and inviting.

Cabinets, front doors, and floors are three of the most transformative paint jobs you can do (besides walls). Here's how to get them right.

Gallery walls: A simple and chic way to display all of your favorite pieces in one space. As much as we love this trend, there is one catch -- it gets pricey! To combat costs, we've collected our fave prints for your on-a-budget masterpiece.