House Beautiful’s editor Stephen Drucker gives his thoughts on Interior Design in today’s economy…do you think it’s an unnecessary luxury right now or do you agree with Stephen and think that design is always a priority and you personally would not forgo a nice home?

I think you know my answer…I would rather cut costs other places. I don’t need really expensive clothes or jewelry, nor do I need fancy electronics like a big plasma tv or even a really nice car…decorating is my passion and I can’t imagine giving up this passion in my own home. It ends up being where most of my money goes. Coming home to a blank palette would be very depressing and I think we all need color to invigorate us day in and day out.

Design- luxury or a necessity?