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    The clever tricks Lee Broom uses in his New York penthouse prove that lighting is the heart and soul of any design scheme

    Journey with us inside Lee Broom's New York penthouse and find out how one of the world's best lighting designers illuminates his home in the most genius ways

    • Hold everything - these 11 flooring transitions are reinventing decor, zoning spaces and looking incredibly luxe

    • Round rugs are a designer's secret weapon to break up boxy rooms – here are 12 of the best to buy right now

    • Where should you mount a projector? Get the best view for your home theater

    • Should I paint my wall trim white? The pros and cons to painting your molding

    • This Connecticut home elevates the limewash paint trend with sophisticated-yet-bold color choices

    • How can I make my deck look expensive? These 10 design tips will up the ante of your outdoor space

    Latest News

    • A living room painted in a smoky red shade with a fireplace and arm chairs

      Farrow & Ball has just launched a new paint – and it's going to change how you think about painting your walls

      Perfect for rich, color-drenched spaces, Dead Flat is an ultra-matte finish with just a 2% sheen

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 28 March 23

    • a living room with side and coffee tables

      This $40 IKEA side table is probably the best way to take a meeting on the couch while working from home

      A couch table offers the best of both worlds: productivity from the comfort of your sofa

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 25 March 23

    • A customized IKEA kallax unit with rustic curved shelves housing clean laundry

      'It was way too plain before' – this genius IKEA hack transforms a KALLAX into rustic, Mediterranean-style shelves

      Who knew polystyrene sheets could be used to create rustic shelving nooks that look artisanally crafted?

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 24 March 23

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    Design Ideas

    A bedroom with white sheets and wooden panelling

    How can I make my bedroom feel like a luxury hotel? 5 simple design tips for five-star interiors

    For a bedroom that feels like a five-star hotel, start with these essential tips from some of our favorite interior designers

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    • A round rug under a home desk

      What does a round rug do to a room? 5 reasons designers believe your home would benefit from one

      What does a round rug do to a room? Designers share why every home should invest in a round rug

      By Oonagh Turner • Published 28 March 23

    • Brass accents to create a hotel-like feeling at home

      5 reasons I'll always paint my shelving the same color as the wall – it's the secret to more cohesive decorating schemes

      Consider me hooked! Here's what designers had to say about this tried and thoroughly tested trend

      By Becks Shepherd • Published 27 March 23

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    Expert Advice

    • A round blue rug in an all-white scheme

      'They're not for every room' – designers say they'll never use a round rug in these 5 spaces, and neither should you

      How do I know when not to use a round rug? What to look out for to make sure you're using the perfect shape floor covering every time

      By Oonagh Turner • Published 29 March 23

    • yellow poppies in a vase on a windowsill with succulents

      How to care for poppies in a vase - simple but strange advice for keeping these fragile flowers fresh

      Florists reveal how to care for poppies in a vase and prolong the life of your cut flowers with some very unexpected expert advice

      By Jacky Parker • Published 28 March 23

    • Small vegetable garden with raised beds

      6 of the best fruit and vegetables for beginner gardeners to grow that will guarantee a sense of accomplishment

      Growing your own delicious, organic fruit and veg is simple if you know where to start

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 27 March 23

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    LivingEtc Experts

    • Pip Rich

      Pip Rich

      Livingetc editor and design expert
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      Aditi Sharma Maheshwari

      Livingetc content editor and color expert
    • Ellen Finch

      Ellen Finch

      Deputy editor and homes expert
    • Oonagh Turner

      Oonagh Turner

      Livingetc content editor and design expert
    • Keith Flanagan

      Keith Flanagan

      Freelance journalist and interiors expert
    • Lilith Hudson

      Lilith Hudson

      Livingetc news writer and trends expert
    • Hugh Metcalf

      Hugh Metcalf

      Deputy editor and style expert

    Modern Homes

    An outdoor seating area

    This maximalist's Los Angeles backyard has serious wow factor – just wait until you see the hotel-inspired outdoor bar

    This maximalist take on an outdoor entertaining space show how much fun you can have with your backyard

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    • minimalist dining room with wood chairs and grey brick walls

      'The trick is material richness' - this minimalist house gets warmed up by these clever designer tricks

      Designers Fowlkes Studio have remodelled this townhouse in Washington, D.C., into a haven of warm minimalism, where unexpected materials add character and charm

      By Pip Rich • Published 18 March 23

    • A modern kitchen with white countertops and matt black fixtures

      Before & after – this once-dated Victorian house in Washington DC is now a modern, monochromatic home

      This period property embraces the transitional style with its monochromatic scheme and original Victorian features

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 18 March 23

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    Shopping

    • COSIEST Outdoor Propane Fire Pit

      Transform your backyard into a year-round oasis with the best outdoor heaters

      Our pick of the best outdoor heaters for your home, including fire pits, chimineas, and electric models

      By Caroline Preece • Last updated 28 March 23

    • Amazon Fire TV Stick (3rd Gen)

      Apple TV vs Firestick: Amazon battles it out with Apple for the streaming crown

      Not sure whether Apple TV or Amazon's Firesticks are the answer to your streaming woes? We have the answer

      By Caroline Preece • Published 27 March 23

    • sony 360 reality audio in a living room

      Best surround sound systems - elevate your home theater experience

      Get the best surround sound system setup of your dreams with our pick of TV speakers, soundbars and more

      By Caroline Preece • Last updated 24 March 23

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    Outdoor Living

    A close up of yellow flowers in the border of a small backyard, with a lawn in the background

    'It's a wonder ingredient!' These expert gardeners all use this common kitchen spice to keep their outdoor plants healthy

    It's not only a versatile ingredient when used in the kitchen, but this spice has a host of benefits for your backyard, too

    • COSIEST Outdoor Propane Fire Pit

      Transform your backyard into a year-round oasis with the best outdoor heaters

      Our pick of the best outdoor heaters for your home, including fire pits, chimineas, and electric models

      By Caroline Preece • Last updated 28 March 23

    • A small outdoor table with a pair of gardening gloves, pots, and a pile of soil

      Can you really use coffee grounds fertilize the plants in your backyard? Experts explain the pros, and the one big risk

      Coffee grounds can do as much good for our plants as they do for a caffeine hit for us. Here's how to apply them properly for best results

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 26 March 23

    • A tropical deck

      'It's total escapism' – 7 design tricks that will make your deck feel like a tropical paradise

      These clever ideas will make your backyard deck look and feel tropical, no matter where you live in the world, with the right plants furnishings and decking materials

      By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published 24 March 23

    VIEW MORE OUTDOOR LIVING

    Smart Home

    • Amazon Fire TV Stick (3rd Gen)

      Apple TV vs Firestick: Amazon battles it out with Apple for the streaming crown

      Not sure whether Apple TV or Amazon's Firesticks are the answer to your streaming woes? We have the answer

      By Caroline Preece • Published 27 March 23

    • A ring video drone in a living rooom

      4 genius things you can do with home security in 2023 that'll give you extra peace of mind

      From clever features to smart buys that can make your system smarter, here are some of the things exciting us in home security tech right now

      By Hugh Metcalf • Published 27 March 23

    • Sony HT-X8500 2.1-Channel Soundbar

      Can I use a soundbar as a central speaker? Yes but you shouldn’t, says our expert – here's why

      While you technically can use some soundbars as a central speaker in a surround sound system, you really shouldn’t

      By Alan Martin • Published 26 March 23

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