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The 6 Home Extension Mistakes I Made the First Time Round — And How Architects Say I Should Put Them Right During Extension 2.0As I get ready to extend and remodel my house (for the second time), here are the extension mistakes I won't be making this time around
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Where to Store Towels in a Small Bathroom — Because They Don't Belong On the FloorEven the most petite bathroom deserves a designated space to store away towels - and our experts know the best ways to do exactly that
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"I'm a Kitchen Designer Who Loves Using Yellow, but Also Knows It's Hard to Pull Off — Here's How to Make This Cabinetry Color Work"People remember rooms that look different from the norm, and this cabinet color is the best shortcut
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How to Buy Furniture That's Truly Timeless, and Avoid the 'Fast Interiors' TrapI asked three designers what they look for when sourcing so that their clients don't fall victim to fleeting design trends
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Forget Water Features — Fire Is the Element Your Garden Is Missing, Say Biophilic DesignersThis one addition will make your garden warmer, both literally and in its design and emotion
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This Garden Designer's 'Creeping' Lawn Alternative Is Her Secret to Making Hard Landscaping Feel Softer and "Blurring Thresholds"In a garden where lawn just wouldn't work, Gina Taylor of East London Garden Design opted for Mind Your Business to bring lush greenness
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Every Room Should Have Some Black in It — 5 Ways Designers Make It Look Subtle and Sophisticated, Instead Of ScaryIt's time to be bold and face your fears, black is a power move that can actually soften and expand your space
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5 Overhyped Features You Can Probably Skip When Picking a Soundbar — They're Style Over Substance, Says Our ExpertNot everything a soundbar can do is a reason to buy it, and you'll get along without these particular features just fine
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"I'm a Scandinavian Garden Designer — These Are the 3 Things I Tell Anyone Who Wants a Calm, Minimalist Outdoor Space"Take Scandi design inspiration to your garden with these tips from Norwegian gardener Annika Zetterman
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What You Need to Know About Farmhouse-Style Interior Design — And Why It Should Still Be on Your Radar, Even If You Prefer Modern HomesThe quintessential style embraces function and aesthetic in equal measure, allowing quiet moments in spaces designed to stand the test of time
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I Was Convinced a Boiling Water Tap Was an Excessive Expense for My Kitchen — But Then I Lived With One, and Changed My MindI thought boiling water taps were bougie — here’s what living with one taught me
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5 Downsides to Your House Smelling 'Clean' That Not Enough People Talk About — They Can Be Sterile, Synthetic, and One-DimensionalInstead of obsessing over tidying the scent profile in your home, it might be time to dip into other fragrance families for a more inviting vibe
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Where to Buy Garden Furniture Paint (Yes, It's a Specific Thing) — These Are the Best Brands, With the Best ColorsUpgrading your garden furniture this season may only be a coat of paint away
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4 Things Interior Designers Warn You Shouldn't Overlook in Your Garden Design — Think Sun Paths, Sounds, and How You'll Actually Get to the SaunaA successful garden space is not just about decoration; it's about practicality, too. Knowing how to do both is the biggest trick in the book
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Nobody Wants "Uncool" Antiques in Their Home — These Are the 3 Kinds of Vintage Pieces That Designers Say Are Better Left in the PastIt's about learning how to tell the trash from the treasure
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Wait, Is Eucalyptus Actually the Best Choice for Outdoor Furniture? Here's How It Weighs Up Against Its Teak and Acacia CounterpartsFrom weather resistance to maintenance and eco credentials, we break down how eucalyptus compares to two of its biggest rivals before you invest in your next garden set
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Why Copying Beautiful Homes Straight From Instagram Is Creating an Era of 'Identikit Homes' — And Why That's a Really Bad ThingHere’s how to take inspiration from the interiors you ‘like’ on Instagram while still adding your own personality to the design
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5 Clever Ways to Make Your Washing Machine Quieter — Here's to Never Being Disrupted by a Spin Cycle AgainFrom practical and discreet to elegant and attractive, discover the tricks experts employ to soften sound and reduce disruption
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Is Buying a Soundbar Actually Worth It in 2026? How Today's Tech Compares to TV Speakers, According to an Audio ReviewerConsidering upgrading your TV's audio? Here's what to know before you invest, says our home sound expert
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Want Your Garden to Look More Japanese? These 5 Plants and Trees Will Make It Feel Like Spring in TokyoTaking inspiration from the zen garden style of planting is a beautiful way to fill your outdoor space while calming it with stunning textural foliage
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How to Hide AC in Your Kitchen Design — 5 Clever Ways to Keep Cool in the Summer, Without Introducing an Eyesore to Your SpaceYou don't have to pick between comfort and beauty. Our experts have all the tips for hiding your kitchen HVAC system, so you can stay cool while looking good
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How to Make an Olive Tree Look Expensive — Advice From a Garden Designer Who Nailed the Modern Mediterranean Look in This London GardenThis garden in North West London is the epitome of Mediterranean chic, and it's the olive trees that are the heroes of the planting scheme
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7 'Toxic' Home Interior Design Mistakes to Fix ASAP — These Red Flags Could Be Compromising Your Health and the Wellness of Your Living Spaces, tooForget the frills. These basic errors in design set an unhealthy foundation and are best corrected now
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I'm Not an Expert Gardener, but Garden Designers Told Me These 5 Architectural Plants Are as Unkillable as They Are StylishNo more stressful gardening weekends. These are the 5 plants I'd pick if I could redesign my low-maintenance garden
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Designers Warn These 4 Colors Will Make Your Bedroom Look Dated in 2026 — "We're Making Way for a More Grown-Up Approach"Hint: it's anything too stark or flat. Here are the colors to avoid in the bedroom and what to decorate with instead
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Reed Diffusers vs Electric Diffusers — Which Are Best? There's Not a Clear Winner, but Each Format Has Its Place to Make a Home Smell IncredibleWhile one format sets a consistent foundation of fragrance, the other allows for a level of control that comes in handy when hosting
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5 Colors That Make Your Home Feel Fresh and Clean — They "Catch the Eye and Bring a Sense of Spontaneity"We're all perennially trying to keep our homes feeling fresh, and your color choice is one of the easiest ways to do it
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What Are the Best Fabrics for Curtains? These Are the Ones Designers Rely on for the Most Design-Forward DrapesDiscover industry insiders' go-to textiles, along with expert tips to ensure your curtains are beautiful, practical, and fit for purpose
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6 Houseplants That Flourish in Spring, and the Changes You Need to Make to How You Look After ThemIf you're looking for seasonal cultivars to add to your collection, here's all the indoor garden inspo you need
