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Editorial illustration for Five Textile Ways to Zone an Open-Plan Home: Rugs, Curtains, Screens, and Textile Art Compared
The Sanctuary

Five Textile Ways to Zone an Open-Plan Home: Rugs, Curtains, Screens, and Textile Art Compared

Open-plan homes can benefit from textiles to create distinct zones without walls. This guide compares rugs, curtains, screens, and textile art for visual separation, acoustics, and light control.

Kenji TanakaOctober 24, 20266 min read
Editorial illustration for US School Book Bans Hit Unprecedented High in 2025-2026, New Reports Show
The Library

US School Book Bans Hit Unprecedented High in 2025-2026, New Reports Show

Book bans in U.S. public schools reached an unprecedented high during the 2025-2026 school year, with reports detailing a coordinated censorship movement. These bans disproportionately target books about race, LGBTQ+ identity, and diverse voices, driven largely by organized pressure groups.

Liam O'Connell·5 min read
Editorial illustration for From Farm to Family: The Modern American Tradition of Blessing Pets
The Companion

From Farm to Family: The Modern American Tradition of Blessing Pets

Blessing of the Animals ceremonies, held annually around St. Francis's feast day, have become a cherished modern American tradition. These events reflect the evolving spiritual significance of pets as integral family members and foster community stewardship.

Liam O'Connell·4 min read
Diverse group of fourth graders enthusiastically reading books in a sunlit, modern classroom, representing a hopeful future for literacy.
The Library

New Literacy Initiatives Combat Declining Reading Rates

Liam O'Connell·5 min
A Smarter Skincare Routine for Busy Professionals: Dr Gabriela Skincare
Slow Living

A Smarter Skincare Routine for Busy Professionals: Dr Gabriela Skincare

Sponsored by Dr Gabriela Skincare·6 min
A tranquil, high-tech living room designed as a personal sanctuary, showcasing integrated home systems for safety and comfort.
The Sanctuary

Designing Personal Sanctuaries with Integrated Home Systems

Elena Martinez·3 min
Diverse community members actively participating in engaging programs and events within a bright, modern library space.
The Library

Libraries Launch Innovative Programs, Boosting Community Engagement

Liam O'Connell·3 min
Interior of a beautifully designed Dublin home with sunlight streaming in, showcasing art and stylish furniture.
The Sanctuary

Design Week Dublin 2026: Anticipating Designer Home Tours

Elena Martinez·3 min
K-12 students engaged in a climate action program at a library, learning about environmental issues and solutions.
The Library

AASL Publishes Guide on Youth Climate Action Library Programs

Liam O'Connell·3 min
Room 1207, a Record Blizzard, and a Second Chance at Love: The Story of Blood and Water
The Connected Home

Room 1207, a Record Blizzard, and a Second Chance at Love: The Story of Blood and Water

Sponsored by Andrea Ramirez·5 min
Close-up of a Santa Monica Public Library artist-designed card with local landmarks, promoting community and innovation.
The Library

Santa Monica Unveils Artist-Designed Library Cards to Boost Sign-Ups

Kenji Tanaka·2 min
A tranquil Ayurvedic villa with a private pool overlooking serene backwaters in Kerala, India, promoting a digital detox and slow living experience.
Slow Living

Ayurvedic retreats in India offer slow living digital detoxes

Kenji Tanaka·3 min
Children joyfully opening and reading colorful books in a sunlit home library, representing the impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
The Library

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library thrives with local outreach

Liam O'Connell·2 min
Diverse group of young children excitedly reaching for colorful books, symbolizing the joy of reading fostered by Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
The Library

Dolly Parton's Library Boosts Early Reading Habits Nationwide

Liam O'Connell·2 min
A college dorm room luxuriously transformed into a stylish micro-apartment with plush furnishings and sophisticated decor, showcasing high-end student living.
The Sanctuary

Designers Elevate Dorm Rooms with Luxury Transformations

Elena Martinez·3 min
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Opinion & Editorial

A person working calmly and productively in a serene, sun-dappled home office, embodying intentional slowness.
Slow Living

Intentional slowness boosts productivity and retention, study finds.

Kenji Tanaka · Aug 20
A Gen Z individual enjoying a book in a tranquil hotel room, highlighting the trend of slow living and digital detox.
Slow Living

Slow Living Is the New Status Symbol for Gen Z in 2026.

Kenji Tanaka · Sep 3
People of diverse ages and backgrounds enjoying DIY craft projects in a warm, inviting cafe setting, highlighting creativity and community.
Craft Corner

DIY projects boost satisfaction, but science needs to catch up.

Elena Martinez · Sep 2
A young fourth-grade student looking distressed while trying to read a book in a dimly lit classroom, symbolizing the national literacy crisis.
The Library

America's literacy crisis: Most 4th graders can't read proficiently.

Kenji Tanaka · Jun 29
A young child looking uninspired and bored while surrounded by stacks of textbooks, symbolizing the negative impact of required reading on their love for books.
The Library

Required reading crushes kids' love of books, study shows.

Liam O'Connell · Aug 5
A person walking slowly on a peaceful forest path, symbolizing the intentional slowing down required for a fulfilling life.
Slow Living

Intentional slowing down becomes a modern necessity for a fulfilling life in America.

Kenji Tanaka · Jul 15

Analysis & Trends

Editorial illustration for Five Multi-Functional Furniture Types That Solve a Small Home's Biggest Space Problems
The Sanctuary

Five Multi-Functional Furniture Types That Solve a Small Home's Biggest Space Problems

Elena Martinez · Oct 23
Editorial illustration for Match the Furniture to the Problem: 5 Multi-Functional Pieces That Earn Their Footprint in a Small Home
The Sanctuary

Match the Furniture to the Problem: 5 Multi-Functional Pieces That Earn Their Footprint in a Small Home

Elena Martinez · Oct 22
Editorial illustration for The Top 3 Artisanal Pantry Staples Worth Upgrading: Salt, Balsamic, and Conservas
The Larder

The Top 3 Artisanal Pantry Staples Worth Upgrading: Salt, Balsamic, and Conservas

Liam O'Connell · Oct 21
Editorial illustration for Match the Fabric to the Moment: How to Choose Luxury Loungewear for Sleep, Work, and Everything Between
Comfort Wear

Match the Fabric to the Moment: How to Choose Luxury Loungewear for Sleep, Work, and Everything Between

Liam O'Connell · Oct 22
Editorial illustration for Pour Over, French Press, AeroPress, or Moka Pot: Which Home Brew Fits Your Taste?
The Larder

Pour Over, French Press, AeroPress, or Moka Pot: Which Home Brew Fits Your Taste?

Liam O'Connell · Oct 20
Editorial illustration for Which Smart Pet Gadget Does Your Pet Actually Need? A Problem-First Buying Guide
The Companion

Which Smart Pet Gadget Does Your Pet Actually Need? A Problem-First Buying Guide

Liam O'Connell · Oct 19

Explainers

Editorial illustration for Build a Calming Indoor Tabletop Fountain: Choose the Parts, Assemble It, Keep It Clear
Hearth & Garden

Build a Calming Indoor Tabletop Fountain: Choose the Parts, Assemble It, Keep It Clear

Beatrice Dubois · Oct 23
Editorial illustration for Murphy Bed, Sofa Bed, or Daybed? The Right Convertible Bed for a Truly Dual-Purpose Room
The Sanctuary

Murphy Bed, Sofa Bed, or Daybed? The Right Convertible Bed for a Truly Dual-Purpose Room

Liam O'Connell · Oct 23
Editorial illustration for How to Zone an Open-Plan Space: A Goal-Based Framework Using Furniture, Lighting, and Rugs
The Sanctuary

How to Zone an Open-Plan Space: A Goal-Based Framework Using Furniture, Lighting, and Rugs

Liam O'Connell · Oct 22
Editorial illustration for Built-in, Freestanding, or DIY: Choosing a Feeding Station Your Home and Your Dog Will Love
The Companion

Built-in, Freestanding, or DIY: Choosing a Feeding Station Your Home and Your Dog Will Love

Liam O'Connell · Oct 21
Editorial illustration for How to Make Infused Oil at Home Without Inviting Botulism to Dinner
The Larder

How to Make Infused Oil at Home Without Inviting Botulism to Dinner

Liam O'Connell · Oct 21
Editorial illustration for Paint, Wrap, or Embellish: How to Choose the Right Upcycled Glass Jar Technique for Your Style and Skill Level
Craft Corner

Paint, Wrap, or Embellish: How to Choose the Right Upcycled Glass Jar Technique for Your Style and Skill Level

Elena Martinez · Oct 21

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