Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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There’s no single path into interior design—but attending one of the top interior design schools remains a good bet. “To really work in the high end of the industry, formal schooling is an absolute ...