NU Curations
In the Press
Neha Gupta, founder and principal designer of NU Curations, shares design advice with national home and design publications.
Her expert commentary has been quoted by House Beautiful, Good Housekeeping, Homes & Gardens, Livingetc, Yahoo, New American Funding, Dengarden, and Vintage Tub & Bath.
House Beautiful | November 2026
Here's What It Takes to Keep a Pool Running During the Winter, According to Experts
Neha on designing safe pool access for winter: a clear path from the house to the water, with a nonslip surface, good drainage, and enough light.
New American Funding | November 2026
Goodbye, Gray: The 2027 Colors of the Year Are Bringing Nature Indoors
Neha on balancing deep brown paint with lighter colors and soft fabrics so a room does not feel heavy, and pairing a softened blue with light wood and cream accents.
Homes & Gardens | October 2026
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas's Thanksgiving Centerpiece is a Study in Elegant Seasonal Decor
Neha on building a holiday centerpiece from seasonal flowers, pumpkins, and foliage, keeping it low enough for guests to see each other, and pulling its colors into the napkins and place settings.
Homes & Gardens | October 2026
Mariska Hargitay's Heartwarming Christmas Tree Sets The Standard for Nostalgic Decor
Neha on decorating a tree with ornaments that tell a story, and on mixing sentimental pieces with simple solid colors instead of chasing each year's trend.
Good Housekeeping | October 2026
The Most Popular Wallpaper Pattern Showing Up in Homes, New Data Says
Neha on why floral and botanical wallpaper tops the trend data, how to turn a powder room into a jewel box, and smaller ways to use a print inside a bookcase or a recessed wall.
Livingetc | August 2026
If You're an Autumn Person, Designers Say You Should Choose One of These 5 Colors for Your Kitchen
Neha on muted cinnamon brown as an autumn kitchen color, warm and earthy with enough depth to set it apart from the usual neutrals.
Livingetc | July 2026
Where Should a Fridge Go in a Small Kitchen? Here's How to Plan Your Layout so It Doesn't Ruin Your Flow, According to Experts
Neha's advice on planning a small kitchen so the fridge gives you a landing place for groceries without crossing the whole room.
Dengarden | July 2026
13 Dreamy Outdoor Lighting Ideas That Add a Storybook Vibe to Your Yard
Neha on using wall lights as architectural elements and layering outdoor lighting so a yard feels complete after dark.
Livingetc | June 2026
3 Colors Designers Would Never Pick for Your Bedroom's Ensuite Bathroom Because They Don't Set the Right Tone, and What to Choose Instead
Neha on why high energy colors like red work against the calm, sheltering feel an ensuite bathroom is meant to have.
Homes & Gardens | May 2026
Black and White Kitchens Can Be Boring, but Miley Cyrus Shows How To Make The Scheme Feel Modern and Fresh
Neha on using pattern to bring interest and purpose to a black and white kitchen without leaning on accessories.
Also published via syndication on MSN and Yahoo.
Yahoo | April 2026
Porch Season Is Upon Us! Design Experts Say These Tips Can Elevate Your Space
Neha's budget-friendly ways to make a porch feel more welcoming, from seasonal cushion swaps to a durable outdoor rug and planters.
Vintage Tub & Bath
Victorian Bathroom Design Guide
Neha on the elements of Victorian interior design and bringing curated abundance into a bathroom with modern comforts.
Writing a story and need a designer's perspective?
Neha is happy to share practical, experience-based advice on kitchens, bathrooms, color, and making homes feel collected and lived in.