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    Latest News

    • blue bedroom with bright blue walls

      These are the colors you should be using in your bedroom to get the best night's sleep

      Adding these colors to your room will promote a more restful sleep, but the ones you ought to avoid might surprise you

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 19 August 22

    • above ground pool with a wooden deck and lounge seating

      Renting a pool – this new phenomenon explained, plus ways to get your pool rental ready

      Renting a private pool is this summer's latest trend. Here's how to find one near you, as well as how to get your pool rental ready as a host

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 18 August 22

    • A modern, dark painted office with a dehumidifier

      How much does it cost to run a dehumidifier?

      These experts help to break down the cost of running a dehumidifier

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 15 August 22

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    Design Ideas

    a kids room with a chalkboard wall decoration

    Kids' room wall decor ideas – 10 imaginative ways to use color, artwork and more

    Encourage flights of fancy with these kids room wall decor ideas

    • A bedroom with storage in the alcoves

      These 7 genius space saving bedroom ideas will make any size room work twice as hard

      Looking for space saving bedroom ideas to organize your room in a smart and ordered way? We've got you covered

      By Oonagh Turner • Published 19 August 22

    • A light blue kitchen

      Countertop trends – the chicest finishes that will elevate your kitchen interiors

      The countertop trends to embrace in your kitchen interiors – from niche materials to colored veining

      By Oonagh Turner • Published 18 August 22

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    Expert Advice

    • a modern entryway with a stylish console table

      How to organize an entryway – 7 easy ways to make your home beautiful right from the start

      Looking for tips on how to organize an entryway? We asked the home organization experts so you can declutter like a pro

      By Hebe Hatton • Published 17 August 22

    • A living room cum dining with laminate flooring

      Laminate vs vinyl flooring – how do they compare in different scenarios?

      Torn between laminate and vinyl flooring? Take a look at this comparison across the most important factors

      By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published 17 August 22

    • A modern sunken garden with a border of flowers

      5 ways to care for plants during summer that don't rely solely on watering

      Hot weather can be detrimental to our gardens, but these solutions will help keep your plants healthy even when watering isn't an option

      By Lilith Hudson • Published 17 August 22

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    LivingEtc Experts

    • Pip Rich

      Pip Rich

      Livingetc editor and design expert
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      Hugh Metcalf

      Deputy editor and style expert
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      Aditi Sharma Maheshwari

      Livingetc content editor and color expert
    • Oonagh Turner

      Oonagh Turner

      Livingetc content editor and design expert
    • Keith Flanagan

      Keith Flanagan

      Freelance journalist and interiors expert
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      Lilith Hudson

      Livingetc news writer and trends expert

    Modern Homes

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    An incredible use of color and space-saving ideas turns this pocket apartment into a luxurious home

    Designer Enass Mahmoud of Studio Enass has created a rich palette to maximize every inch of this pocket city apartment

    • a monochrome modern cottage

      Can you decorate a home with just black and white? This modern cottage proves it's an option

      For this guest house in Connecticut, the interior designers used a strict black and white color scheme. Here's how they made it work

      By Hugh Metcalf • Published 6 August 22

    • modern famrhouse kitchen with marble island and leather barstools

      This calming Los Angeles house uses clever tricks to add color and texture we can all be inspired by

      This neutral, airy home may have a minimalist palette but Hollis Jordyn Design have used some clever ways to add personality

      By Pip Rich • Published 26 July 22

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    Shopping

    • Monoprice SB-600 Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 soundbar

      Monoprice SB-600 Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 soundbar review: capable quality at an affordable price

      This surround sound system won't change your life, but it won't break the bank either

      By Adam Shepherd • Published 12 August 22

    • Victrola Eastwood 3-Speed Bluetooth Turntable

      Victrola Eastwood 3-Speed Bluetooth Turntable review: an affordable entry-point for aspiring vinyl lovers

      We review the 3-Speed Bluetooth Turntable from Victrola to see if the budget multi-audio player could impress

      By Caroline Preece • Published 11 August 22

    • sony 360 reality audio in a living room

      Best surround sound system 2022: our pick of the best home theater systems, soundbars, and more

      Get the best surround sound system set-up of your dreams with our pick of TV speakers and soundbars

      By Caroline Preece • Published 5 August 22

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    Outdoor Living

    a window box with abundant flowers

    5 of the best flowers for window boxes to brighten up your home's façade

    These are the best flowers for window boxes to add some color and creative greenery to the outside of your home

    • outdoor kitchen with Big Egg

      DIY outdoor kitchen ideas – 10 ways to build an al fresco cooking spot from scratch

      Discover the clever ways you can create a DIY outdoor kitchen with your own two hands

      By Jacky Parker • Published 31 July 22

    • a timber outdoor kitchen under cover

      27 outdoor kitchen ideas – interior designers show us the most stylish ways to cook al fresco this summer

      We've collected some of our favorite outdoor kitchen ideas from top designers to inspire your project, from materials and layouts to appliances and more

      By Hugh Metcalf • Published 20 July 22

    • Swimming pool with fountains and seating areas

      How to vacuum a pool – expert advice for keeping your swimming pool spotless

      Learn how to vacuum a pool so that you can remove dirt and debris from the bottom, without emptying it of water

      By Hugh Metcalf • Published 26 June 22

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    Smart Home

    • Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 Dolby Atmos soundbar

      Are soundbars better than surround sound? Our expert gives their verdict

      Soundbars have their advantages over surround sound systems, but audio quality generally isn’t on the list.

      By Alan Martin • Published 19 August 22

    • Modern apartment with hidden surround sound system

      What’s the difference between a home theater system and surround sound?

      Although often used interchangeably, a home theater system and surround sound are two different things

      By Alan Martin • Published 18 August 22

    • Wired vs wireless doorbells

      Wired vs wireless doorbells – which is actually better?

      In the battle of wired vs wireless doorbells, which should you pick? We weigh up your options

      By Luke Edwards • Published 15 August 22

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