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People Who Make Their Bed Every Morning Tend to Have These 5 Other Type-A Home Habits, According to Design PsychologyHaving control over your living spaces means making these simple tasks a part of your daily routine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The One Overlooked Bedroom Feature That's Making It Harder to Switch Off, According to DesignersSpoiler alert: It's your tech, and it's got to go... So, here's why designers recommend removing it from your sleep space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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'Ryo Wo Toru' Is the Japanese Philosophy All About Capturing Coolness at Home — Here Are 4 Tips to Harness This SummerFrom wind chimes and bamboo screens to minty fragrances and water sprinkling, these tricks will come in handy in the heat
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Little Flower Tells You When It's Time to Open Up Your Windows and Refresh Indoor Air By Drooping Its Petals — And It Comes in 5 Stylish ColorsIf your home's top priority is wellness, this innovative blooming decor is the answer to a healthier interior environment
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are We Planting for the Wrong Climate? How UK Designers Are Reimagining Traditional British Gardens for 30°C SummersUK designers are rethinking what a future-proof British garden should look like.
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Large vs Small Tiles — Which Are Actually Best for a Small Kitchen? Experts Share the Impact of Each so You Can Choose WiselyThe size of tile you choose will have a big impact on your space — here, experts explain the pros and cons of going bigger or smaller
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Clever Ways to Add More Planting to a Small Garden — From Stackable Planters to Wall-Mounted PotsEven the smallest gardens deserve some greenery, and our experts have the best tips for making the most of your space
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Type of Garden Lighting Is Good Luck in Feng Shui — Here's Where to Put Them, and Which Work BestIf you're not decorating with outdoor lanterns, you're missing out on glow-y good energy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Designers Say These Four Rug Styles Will Always Look Timeless, No Matter How You Decorate Your HomeA timeless rug will include both high-quality materials and a clear sense of personal taste
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Always Apologizing to Guests About Your Home? Here's What It Says About You, According to Psychology, and How to Break the HabitIf you're constantly pouring out stress-laced 'sorrys' when hosting, these three tricks will help you host with confidence
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Where Should a Fridge Go in a Small Kitchen? Here's How to Plan Your Layout so It Doesn't Ruin Your Flow, According to ExpertsThis layout will solve your small kitchen problems and leave you with plenty of space for the rest of your kitchen essentials
By Maya Glantz Published
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Should Bedrooms Be Symmetrical? Why It (Usually) Works in This Space, but How Designers Break It to Make Rooms Feel SpecialThe layout of your space not only impacts the way it looks, but it also affects how it feels — here’s why the experts believe that matters
By James Cunningham Published
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5 Colors That Will Make Your Bathroom Look More Expensive Every Single Time, Say Bathroom DesignersThe key to an expensive-looking bathroom is all about picking the right color — and it’s not white, by the way
By Lara Sargent Published
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These Are the Best Window Treatments to Keep the Heat Out of Your Home in Summer, Without Spoiling Your Room's Good LooksEverything you may need to help block the sun, from roller blinds to exterior awnings
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Where to Place a Water Feature Outdoors for Good Luck, According to Feng Shui ExpertsThe gentle flow of water in your garden is a calming way to improve al fresco energy if it's placed correctly
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Have You Overfilled Your Open Shelves? Here's the Designer Test for When to Stop, Drop, or Rearrange"If your eye doesn't know where to look first, you've probably gone a little too far"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Things Every Entryway Should Have That Will Design Out Daily Friction During the Morning RushThe best entryways don't just look good; they make your life easier, too. These are the 5 things you need to achieve that
By Maya Glantz Published
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3 Garden Materials That Are Making Your Outdoor Space Feel Unbearable in Hot Weather — And What to Choose InsteadYour garden should feel like a respite from the stifling heat, but with these materials, that discomfort is only intensified
By Maya Glantz Published
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Japan Divides Its Year Into 72 'Micro Seasons' — This Is How People Change Their Homes for ThemThis concept of seasonal adaptability relies on resetting your space to feel connected to the natural world, and in turn, more authentic to you
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things Not Enough People Plan Storage In for When Renovating That Always End Up Being a RegretA home is only ever as well-designed as the storage within it, and these are the things designers say people always forget to include in their plans
By Maya Glantz Published
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The 5 Things People With Deeply Calming Homes Always Remove From a Room Without a Second ThoughtIf your living space feels chaotic, this is the expert-approved decluttering list to lead your next reset
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Easy Additions That Will Make Your Garden Feel Cooler During Hot WeatherIf you're hosting al fresco or just making the most of the sunshine, these features will make your time outdoors comfortable
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These Are the Best Bedding Brands — Tested Over Months and Months for Comfort, Quality, and StyleUnsure where to start looking when it comes to good (looking) bedding? We've put luxury and budget brands through their paces
By Luke Arthur Wells Last updated
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What Color to Paint Your Dining Room, According to Color Psychology — To Encourage Conversation, Connection, and CelebrationAn expert guide to how color psychology affects the vibe of your dining room, so you can select the shades that set the scene for your space
By Karen Haller Published
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5 Design Tricks That Keep Homes Cooler in Hot Countries, According to Livingetc's Global Editorial TeamThese architectural details and foundational finishing touches are the secret to creating a home that's prepared to weather the rising summers
By Amiya Baratan Published
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A Definitive Guide to the Very Best Bedding for Hot Weather — From Breathable Pillowcases to Lightweight DuvetsBecause a sweaty night's sleep is an uncomfortable night's sleep
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Did the 'Supplement Fridge' Just Become the Newest Luxury Trend for Home Wellness? From Probiotics to GLP-1s, Here's Why They're Growing in PopularityThought fridges were just for food? Think again. This home wellness trend is making the case for a dedicated fridge, just for your supplements
By Maya Glantz Published
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"The Garden Is Never a Separate Project to a Japanese Home" — Here's Why, and What to Learn About Indoor Outdoor Design for Your Own SpaceIf you've ever found yourself wondering about the seamless transition from indoor to al fresco in Japanese gardens, the secret is designing the two in tandem
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Surprising Things I Learnt About Making Good Italian-Style Coffee After Visiting Italy's Most Luxurious, Design-y Espresso Machine Makers in FlorenceWhen it comes to good coffee, the quality of the craft affects the brew — here's what the serious connoisseurs need to know
By Olivia Wolfe Published
