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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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What Color Handle Goes With What Cabinet Color? The Combinations That Look Best for Kitchens Now, According to the ExpertsDesigners reveal the best handle finishes to specify for the most popular cabinetry colors
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Where to Plant a Japanese Maple Tree for Good Luck — The Spots Feng Shui Says to Position This Acer in Your GardenThis beloved feathered tree has so much prosperity to offer when placed with intention
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What's Replacing the 'Sunday Reset'? This New 'Micro-Reset' Technique Staggers Your Organization Rituals and Gives You Back an Entire Day of RestInstead of loathing your overflowing chore list over the weekend, adopt 'micro resets' to ease your routine
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Are You Over-Styling Your Coffee Table? Here's What to Take Off to Make It Feel More 'Balanced', According to Designers"It's all about striking the right balance between beauty and practicality"
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6 Suitcase Organizing Trends the Most Type-A People Are Using for Their Vacations This YearIf you want to enjoy your Euro summer to its fullest, this is the starter pack of tips for travelling smart
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Architects Are Designing Heatwave-Proof Extensions, and for Good Reason — These 7 Features Will Keep Your New Spaces Fresh and CoolThe UK's overly glazed house extensions can cause problems with overheating when the temperature outside rises — here's how architects are tackling it, now
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These Are the 6 Popular Paint Colors Designers Say People Fall Out of Love With Fast in Their Homes — From Rich Reds to Cool NeutralsYou may want to think twice before painting a room one of these trending (but often longevity-lacking) colors
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5 Things You Should Remove From Your Entryway Now, According to Decluttering ProfessionalsIt's the only way to make a tidy first impression, welcome good energy, and allow for better airflow
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3 Fabrics That Make Your Home Super Uncomfortable in the Summer Heat — Don't Pick These for Sofas, Chairs, or BeddingThe goal is materials that are light and comfortable, not thick and heavy
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How Japanese Designers Turn Windows Into 'Picture Frames' — Nagame (眺め) Is the Feeling of "Stopping to Smell the Roses" and Appreciating Your HomeThis thoughtful concept of design will teach you how to use the window as if it were a frame waiting to focus a piece of art
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These 5 Mistakes Won't Just Affect Your Home's Curb Appeal, They'll Also Really Annoy Your NeighborsFix these problems now, before you become the topic of discussion on your neighbourhood group chat
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7 Things Making Your Bedroom Feel Hotter at Night — And Most People Don't Realize They've Made These MistakesIf you feel like the temperature in your bedroom is actively disrupting your rest in the summer, here's what you need to fix
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7 Lucky Garden Plants That Will Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Rich in Good FortuneNot only do all of these plants offer their own charm, but there's something for small gardens and sprawling backyards, too
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Wait, Underfloor Heating Can Cool a House Down as Well as Heat It? Here's How to Use Yours to Drop Your Home's Temperature by 2-3°CExperts explain how underfloor heating could help your home feel fresh and cool in summer
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How to Dress a Bed the Way an Interior Designer Would — From Folds to Fabrics, Frames, and Focal PointsThere's more to it than turndowns and hospital tucks; a lot of effort goes into making an effortless bed, and here's how designers do it
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This Sheet-Washing Mistake Is Making Your Bedding 'Less Breathable' and Causing Serious Sweat Problems in SummerSpoiler alert — it has to do with including fabric softener in your laundry routine
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12 'Chameleon' Paint Colors That Change Throughout the Day, so You'll Never Grow Tired of Them, Say DesignersThe most interesting paint colors are those that shift with the light, and these are the most stylish among them
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What Color to Paint Your Home Office, According to Color Psychology — Whether You Need to Focus or Want a Space That Inspires CreativityAn expert guide to how color psychology affects how your home office feels, so you can choose a shade that helps you make the most of your space
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The "Morning Reset" Is the Decluttering Rule That Makes Your Home Feel Instantly Cooler in a Hot SummerIf your home is littered with items out of place, it could be the reason your space feels unseasonably warmer than usual
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The Mid-Summer Garden Reset — 7 Things to Do Outdoors in July to Refresh Your SpaceTackle these small tasks and your outdoor space will be back to its former glory in no time
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One Word Is Defining Garden Trends In 2026: Permeability — But How Do You Actually Design A Permeable Garden, and What Does It Even Mean?Permeability is the word of the moment in gardens, and the experts explain exactly why it's so important to our outdoor spaces
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"I Wish Everyone Knew This" — Why 'Light Reflecting Values' and Sheen Are Crucial to Your Color Choice, According to a Paint ExpertChoosing the right color for your home is more than just about the shade — it’s sheen and LRV, too, this paint pro tells us
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"My Hydrangeas Look Awful After a Hot Summer" — This Is the Low-Maintenance, Drought-Tolerant Flower You Should Have Planted Up InsteadSave your garden from making a poor impression with droopy blooms by planting hardy, expert-approved verbena
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5 Things That Are Making Your Home's Air Smell 'Stale' During the Summer — And How to Fix Them, QuicklyOnce you declutter and refresh these items, you'll find an instant and pleasant shift in the way your space smells
