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8 Essential Measurements for Designing a Bathroom Experts Say You Need to Know for a Successful SpaceBefore you design your dream bathroom, you'd better learn these measurements, because the success of your design could lie in the difference of a few millimeters
By Maya Glantz Published
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Forget Candles and Diffusers for a Moment — Decorating With These Materials Will Make Your Home Smell Incredible, NaturallyIntroduce these materials through furniture, decor, or the actual framework of your living spaces for a firm olfactory foundation
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Asked Professional DIYers the Secret to Painting IKEA Furniture So That It Doesn't *Look* Like IKEA FurnitureBecause who wants their furniture to look the same as everyone else's?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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These 10 Design Ideas Will Make Your Kitchen Feel Bigger, Without Extending Your Home — These Tricks Open Up a Space 'Visually' InsteadIt all comes down to understanding how the eye reads the room — and these clever tricks from color to layout make a big difference
By Portia Carroll Published
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5 Things That Will Make Your Garden Smell Expensive — These Are the Rich, Evocative Scents You Get in the Most Luxurious Outdoor SpacesFrom planting ideas to al fresco fragrance formats, these additions will lure you into spending more time in your backyard
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Garden Seating Mistakes That Are Making Your Outdoor Space Way Less Comfortable — And What to Do to Fix ThemTurns out, creating an idyllic outdoor space is not all about mood board moments
By Lucy Lindfield Published
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Sorry, but It’s Not as Simple as Putting a Plant in the Corner — A Biophilic Designer Shares How the Philosophy Actually Centers Around PeopleInstead of asking yourself whether a space looks "natural," you should really be asking yourself how it makes you feel
By Marianna Popejoy Published
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Based on Your Zodiac Sign, Here's the Clutter You Should Be Culling During Your Spring CleanThis isn't meant to call you out, but give you a gentle nudge to bring your home back together in style
By Amiya Baratan Published
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3 Things You Really Need to Know Before Using a Spray Gun to Paint Your Walls (Especially if You Want It to Look Like a Professional Job)This paint technique takes patience, practice, and a steady hand
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Get the Japanese Art of Ikebana Right and Make Flowers Look More Elevated and Expensive — Yes, It's More Than Just Putting Stems in a VaseI attended a workshop and spoke to ikebana practitioners about this intentional ritual and how it elevates interior spaces
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, What Is a 'Pocket Garden'? I Asked Experts Why These Small Gardens Are So Important, and How You Can Create Your Own Almost AnywhereThis is how to transform urban spaces by boosting biodiversity and supporting mental health — no space is too small for this miniature gardening trend
By Maya Glantz Published
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Beware of ‘Wellness Washing’, Warns This Biophilic Designer — How to Spot When It Has Been Reduced to Styling Rather Than a True Spatial PhilosophyWellness is supposed to make us feel better. But what if the very spaces marketed as "wellness-focused" are quietly doing the opposite?
By Marianna Popejoy Published
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5 Bedroom Feng Shui Mistakes You Need to Avoid — And How to Fix Them to Make Your Sleep Sanctuary Feel More RestfulThese red flags could be disrupting the calm energy in your space, and it's essential to resolve them for a harmonious ambiance
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Make Your Garden Fences Look More Expensive — 6 Landscape Designer-Approved Ways That Will Elevate Your Outdoor SpaceEmploy these savvy tactics the experts use to smarten your fence line and create a luxurious-looking garden
By Jacky Parker Published
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Watch Out — These Are the 6 Color Mistakes Professionals Always See in Small SpacesA compact room makes the perfect decorating canvas — just take note of these easy mistakes before you pick up a paintbrush
By James Cunningham Published
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5 Outdated Garden Trends Experts Urge You to Avoid in 2026 If You Want Your Outdoor Space to Feel Timeless and InvitingDon't be caught out with an outdated garden this summer — these are all the trends to avoid, according to the experts, plus what to do instead
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Feng Shui Rules for Your Front Garden You Should Really Learn to Make Sure Your Home Has a Welcoming EnergyAs a focal point for harmony in the home, the way you design this space is crucial
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These Are the 5 Features That Dated Far Too Quickly After Renovating My Home — And What I Plan on Replacing Them With for a More Timeless LookThese are the features of my home that I can't wait to swap out for something more up-to-date
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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That 'New Home Smell' Isn't a Good Thing — This Wellness-Inspired Designer Explains Why Choosing Antiques Is Good for YouWELL-accredited designer Lisa Sternfeld explains furniture 'off-gassing' and how heritage is at the heart of home wellness
By Nicky Rampley-Clarke Published
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I've Been 'Dark Showering' for Months — These Are the 5 Mistakes You're Making That Disrupt This Calming Wellness RitualAmending them will help you curate a safe, soothing ritual that will ease you into rest mode
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Genius Things Kitchen Taps Can Do in 2026 — And Whether They're Worth the Extra ExpenseFrom chilled sparkling water to high-tech fingerprint settings, here are five cool kitchen tap features you may or may not need...
By Lara Sargent Published
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These Are the 6 Best Farrow & Ball Colors to Paint Small Rooms, According to Interior DesignersCompact spaces deserve as much color as their more expansive counterparts — here are the Farrow & Ball paint shades you need to know
By James Cunningham Published
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Wait, the Specific Angle and Height of Your Wall Light Makes a Massive Difference to the Mood of Your Bedroom? A Sleep Expert Explains WhyWhen it comes to your bedroom, lighting is important. Here, a sleep expert shares why wall sconces can do more than look good
By Ellen Morris Published
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How to Do a Feng Shui Spring Clean, and Reset Your Home's Energy — 4 Tips From a Professional PractitionerIt's not too late to refresh your living spaces for harmonious energy to flood through
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Decorating With Bright Colors — According to Designers Who Know How to Get It RightBrightly colored interiors are eye-catching, but curating a bold space that doesn’t overwhelm takes balance
By Lauren Jones Published
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Sorry, Timber Countertops, You Will Be the First Thing to Go When I Remodel — But Can They Still Be a Good Idea? I Asked Kitchen Designers to Break Them DownTimber countertops undoubtedly look beautiful, but they won't be the best option for every kitchen. Here, the experts explain where to use them and when to avoid
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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How to Make a Garden Feel Calmer — The 5 Areas Experts Say You Need to Consider for the Ultimate Outdoor RetreatSwitch off and tune out all the noise with these expert tips for a soothing, tranquil outdoor space where you can press pause and reboot...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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Landscape Designers Warn These 7 Mistakes Will Ruin Your Garden's Privacy — This Is What to Do Instead for Stylish Seclusion OutsideExperts reveal the most elegant and effective ways to achieve privacy in your garden — along with what doesn't work as well
By Jacky Parker Published
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7 Genius Things to Include Inside Kitchen Drawers That Make Your Space So Much Better OrganizedThese are the quiet drawer details that work hard out of sight to make a kitchen feel effortless and satisfying every single day
By Portia Carroll Published
