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Does a Radiator Cover Block Heat? Heating Experts Explain Whether Hiding Yours Is Actually Affecting How Well It Works
We called on the experts to put the style vs practicality dilemma to rest
By Debbie Black Published
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How Do You Make Your Bedroom Tech-Free? 5 Things to Keep Out, and 5 Allowances You'll Want to Make for Sleep and Comfort
While there are some non-negotiables that you should banish from your bedroom for better sleep and an end to late-night doom-scrolling, there are a few 'dumb' choices you'll want to keep in
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Design Tricks That'll Make It Way Easier for More Than One Person to Cook in a Small Kitchen
A small kitchen doesn't need to mean every meal is a solo venture; these expert tips can help maximize your space
By Maya Glantz Published
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How to Choose the Right Bathroom Mirror — These Are the Types, Styles, Considerations, and More You Need to Know
If you're looking for the perfect design for your space, then these expert tips are a must-read
By Aditi Sharma Published
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How to Grow Amaryllis in Time for Christmas Gifts — Everything You Need to Know, From Care to Planting and When to Sow Your Bulbs
These leggy flowers are a festive favorite and you can grow them yourself for gifting or to keep and admire in your own home
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Should You Put Furniture in Front of a Radiator? The Solution to a Problematic Layout vs Lowering Your Heating's Efficiency, Explained
We asked our experts for all their thoughts on whether or not furniture can cover the radiator, and their advice may just surprise you
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Things You Should Be Lighting in Your Home to Make Your Rooms Look More Expensive
From placement to ambience, discover how the right lighting choices can instantly elevate your home’s look to feel like you're entering utter luxury
By Portia Carroll Published
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This Style of Mirror Is the One Designers Love Best for a Small Bathroom — It's Functional and Makes Your Space Look Bigger
Big mirrors are better in small bathrooms, and the experts are here to show you why
By Lara Sargent Published
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Do Stone Slabs or Tiles Make for Better Backsplashes? The Pros and Cons of Each, and Which Renovation Experts Would Actually Pick
We called in the experts to find out which material is worth it when it comes to your kitchen, and here's what they had to say about it
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — North-Facing White Schemes, Neutral Kitchen Cabinets, and Matching Pattern to Marble
Few designers can bring the warmth out of neutrals quite like Margot Tsim, so we posed her the neutrally-tinged decorating questions you ask us most
By Pip Rich Published
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These Plastered-in Ceiling Lights Make Your Lighting Scheme More Minimalist and Way Less Intrusive — But There's One Downside to Know
For a sleek, seamless look, this lighting design is the way to go
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Reasons Why Your Bedding Looks Flat, and The Simple Switches You Can Make for a Snuggly Bed You Won't Ever Want to Leave
From choosing the right duvet size to layering textiles, these are the expert tricks you need to know about for a sumptuous bed setup
By Emily Moorman Published
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These Are the 5 Types of Lighting Designers Would Never Use - They're Harsh and Unflattering
For the most welcoming, beautiful home, lighting is key. These are the designs the experts say to avoid at all costs
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Best Way to Make Your Kitchen's Awkward Corners Work? This Open Idea Can Stop Your Cabinetry From Feeling "Heavy and Boxed In"
Could this be the latest trend in kitchen design? This sleek and seamless feature has its advantages, according to the experts
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Side, Back, or Front — What’s the Best Position For Sleep? Experts Put the Debate to Rest
This might be your wake-up call to change positions and sleep the right way, let's find out...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Design Tricks for Autumn Gardens to Make Sure They Look Amazing, Even When Your Best Planting Dies Back
One of the best design tricks for autumn gardens is learning how to extend the flowering season by choosing the right plants
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Should Curtains Cover Radiators? The Dilemma of Floor-Length Curtains vs Blocking Your Room's Heat Source, Solved
If you've opted for beautiful, long curtains, you might be fighting against your home's thermal efficiency, say the experts
By Maya Glantz Published
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The 90s Design Revival Has Brought Back the Nostalgic 'Big Pattern' Sofa — But in a Way that Works Much Better this Time Around
Get ready for bold color combinations, wide stripes, maximalist florals and even a dash of animal print
By Tessa Pearson Published
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9 Christmas Plants That Make Great Gifts (and When to Start Growing Them Yourself in Time for the Festive Season)
The festive season is thawing, and I'm already looking for themed foliage to wrap up for my fellow green-thumbed loved ones. Here are the best and the prettiest
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, What Type of Cookware Material Is Actually Best? I Asked Chefs, so That You Can Invest in Your Kitchen Essentials Confidently
If it's good enough for decorated culinarians, it's good enough for me...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The 13 Types of Wall Paneling That Interior Designers Are Using in Their Projects Right Now, Ranked in Order of Style
From classic tongue and groove to contemporary slatted paneling, here's all you need to know about the most stylish types of wall paneling
By Emily Moorman Published
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Forget the Working Triangle, This 'Zoned' Kitchen Approach Might Be the Best Way to Lay Out a Kitchen for a High-Functioning Space
For an easy-going and seamless kitchen design, here's how you can divide your space
By Faiza Saqib Published
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I’m a Home Wellness Writer, and This Is My Sleep Coach-Approved Wind Down Routine for Improved Rest
Before you settle into your bed for the night, imbibe these five practices into your pre-sleep routine for a smooth transition into rest mode
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Mix an Art TV With Real Art on a Gallery Wall — It Only Takes a Few Simple Steps, According to an Interior Stylist
Bring art to your home through sleek and seamless tech, and here's how
By Faiza Saqib Published
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6 Clever Designs That Get Your Dish Drying Rack Off Your Counters — It Will Free You From Counter Clutter in a Small Kitchen, While Looking Good
Ready to liberate your countertops? Here's how to swap that un-aesthetic drying rack for something a little more intentional
By Linda Clayton Published
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City Life and 'Being in Nature' Don’t Really Mix, but You Can Still Practice 'Forest Bathing' in the Comfort of Your Urban Home — Here's How
If whisking yourself away from the bustle to a lush forest is a dream for another day, use this guide to embrace shinrin-yoku through interior design
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Why I Ditched the Wall Mount and Fell in Love with My Samsung Frame TV on a Stand — And Where I Ended Up Buying Mine From
The Frame is designed to be hung on your wall to look like a piece of artwork, but I'm a strong believer in the functionality (and good looks) of TVs on a stand
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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4 Design Mistakes Making Your Galley Kitchen Harder to Use That Kitchen Designers Always Notice — and What to Do Instead
Once you weed out these common errors, you'll be able to have a much smoother, well-designed, and functional galley kitchen
By Aditi Sharma Published
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This 'Tonal' Paint Trick Is the Most Stylish Way to Paint Your Kitchen Right Now, and It Can Make a Small Space Appear Larger, too
You've heard of color drenching, but what about color capping? This is the new paint technique that might just transform your kitchen
By Maya Glantz Published