Jennifer Boles

Writer and cultural historian Jennifer Boles was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Upon obtaining her bachelor's degree in history from The University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, Jennifer returned to Atlanta to pursue a career in business and finance. After ten years spent in the business sector, Jennifer decided to pursue her passion for interior design and the decorative arts. With an intense interest in design history and a love of writing, Jennifer started her design blog, "The Peak of Chic", in the fall of 2006, making it one of the earliest social media sites dedicated to design. Her website—read by design authorities and devotees from around the world—focuses on design trends, historical homes, history of design, and all things design-related. Named “blogosphere darling” by Departures magazine, Jennifer has been featured in numerous publications including The New York Times, Town & Country, Elle Décor, Tatler, and Wall Street Journal. Previously a contributing editor for both House Beautiful and Veranda, Jennifer was appointed Senior Editor, Southeast + Features, at LUXE Interiors + Design in July 2025. Her books include In with the Old: Classic Décor from A to Z and Inspired Design: The 100 Most Important Interior Designers of the Past 100 Years. When she's not writing, reading, or thinking about design, Jennifer spends her time traveling, collecting antique and vintage ceramics, and buying far too many books.

contemporary coastal living room in South Florida

This Oceanfront Florida Condo Radiates Coastal Elegance

The interiors of an oceanfront condo by designer Rayana Schmitz radiate coastal elegance through organic selections.
artful white entryway with a blue bench and white pedestal table

Historical Character Meets Contemporary Charm In Greenwich

To best celebrate its historical character, a Greenwich, Connecticut home by Amy Aidinis Hirsch gets a surprising infusion of contemporary swagger.
modern backyard of a Florida home with a pool surrounded by a contemporary patio

Escape To A Modern Indoor-Outdoor Retreat In South Florida

Balancing resilience and relaxation, a Florida family’s modern indoor-outdoor retreat by Strang Design radiates positivity. Explore the home here.
contemporary entryway with a dotted art installation

Visit A Contemporary Palm Beach Sanctuary With An Edge

Defying the usual seaside aesthetic, a warm-weather sanctuary embraces a bolder look. See the contemporary cool Palm Beach abode by HW Interiors.
a Todd Murphy painting hangs above a white sofa in a contemporary den

Inside An Art-Forward Atlanta Condo With Modern Sentiments

Two Atlanta high-rise units are connected using a black-and-white palette, edited gestures and blue-chip art thanks to the work of Barbara Westbrook.
contemporary living room with a marble fireplace and sliding walnut panel

Explore A Contemporary Arizona Home At One With The Landscape

Thanks to sumptuous fabrics and desert hues, a contemporary Arizona residence by Magni Kalman Design is at one with the landscape. Explore it here.
home library with dark blue built-ins and matching seating, along with a forest-inspired wallpaper

Inside A 1920s Chicago Condo With Vintage Charm + Whimsy

A 1920s Chicago condo balances traditional elements with whimsical touches after a renovation by Julie Fisher of FC Studio, Inc. See the transformation.
contemporary living room with white walls and a vibrant geometric artwork

A Century-Old Abode In New York Gets A New Style All Its Own

A gem among Scarsdale, New York’s stately houses, an over-100-year-old abode refreshed by Luba Libarikian now contains a style all its own.