Gone are the days when pastels reigned supreme during the spring season. With character and playfulness replacing stereotypical interior design, more unexpected hues are cropping up in this year's ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. After a brutal winter with record-breaking cold, the sunny weather and ...