Living on your own has its perks. For one, you’re not subject to the decorative whims of design-challenged parents or roommates who think Billy the Big Mouth Bass makes any living room complete. While you have plenty of taste, enhancing your abode is never as simple as finding a rug that really ties the room together. For those with a flair for interior design who have run a little dry on resources, we recommend checking out The Cultivated Home. The new blog from Nina Freudenberger, one of the principles at Haus Interior, spotlights specific vendors, new designers, events and stores in the NYC area that are sure to leave those with a specific interest in the beautifying of living space lusting for more.