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5 Bedroom Mistakes That Will Always Disturb Your Sleep in Spring — And How Experts Overcome ThemSettle into deep, restorative slumber by avoiding these common errors that cost you precious moments of REM
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Key Things I Just Learned About Designing Homes That Make You HealthierOur latest Livingetc In Session seminar brought together the richest voices when it comes to wellness in design
By Pip Rich Published
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'Something Old, Something New' Is the Mantra for 2026 — Here's How to Adopt Antiques Into Your Home, Even if You'd Never Considered Them BeforeEven the most contemporary designers are now borrowing from the past to make rooms feel fresh and welcoming for the future
By Pip Rich Published
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5 Closet Decluttering Tricks That Professional Organizers Actually Say Aren't All That UsefulDepending on your clutter-clearing personality, these hacks might be worth giving up
By Amiya Baratan Published
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3 Rug Colors Designers Say to Definitely Avoid in a Living Room — They're Not Practical, and Can Create a "Visual Void"From stark colors to shades that are too light, there are certain rug colors that anchor and ones to avoid — here's the difference
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Controversial Opinion? Stop Designing Your Small Home Just Around Storage — You Shouldn’t Make Your Decisions Because You've Got Too Much ‘Stuff’Giving every inch of space to storage is an interior design no-no that does nothing for the look, feel, or function of a compact home
By James Cunningham Published
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"Every Spring, I Do a 'Houseplant Audit' to Declutter My 200+ Collection" — 3 Tips to Identify What to Keep, and How to Tell if a Plant Is Beyond SavingDon't neglect your indoor garden during your annual spring clean
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Things You'll Really Want to Avoid in Windy, Exposed Gardens — Experts Share What to Do Instead for a Space That ThrivesAn exposed garden doesn't have to be a disaster, so long as you know how to design it — experts share exactly what you need to do in these types of areas
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Does Green Represent in Feng Shui? Here's Your Guide to Designing With This Wood Element for a Harmonious HomeWhen used correctly, this earthy color will weave a sense of calm, grounding energy into your home
By Amiya Baratan Published
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From Navy to Indigo, These Are 8 Blues I'd Paint Over If You've Got Them — And the More Stylish Shades to Use InsteadDiscover the shades of blue paint that are falling out of favor, and the fresher alternatives designers are using instead
By Emily Moorman Published
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What Type of Fragrances Make a Home Smell Fresh and Clean? 3 Scents That Will Perfume Your Space to Feel PristineNot quite the sterilized scent that wafts through hospitals; these notes are more refreshing, light, and totally appealing
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Went to Test a New 'Invisible' Induction Hob — I Was Skeptical at First, but Now I Think It Might Just Be the Future of Kitchen DesignI set out to see if 'The Undercover' invisible hob by Novy was more than just a gimmick, and I have to say, it won me over
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Easter Decor Rituals From Around the World to Inspire Your Spring SeasonThese traditions will inspire your home's design over the upcoming holiday (and perhaps even after)
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I'll Say It, Strong-Smelling Candles Are a Bad Idea in the Kitchen — Why 'Passive Scenting' Is the Home Fragrance Rule I Always Stick to NowIt's a combination of passive scenting and light botanical notes that land well in this culinary zone
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Sorry, Gravel Patios Might Seem Easy, but They're Not Always a Good Idea — Landscapers Weigh Up the Pros and the Cons for This Hardscape OptionIf you're wondering whether a gravel patio is the right fit for your garden, our experts will help you decide if it's the right material for you
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Oscars 2026 Air Tomorrow — Celebrity Event Designer Edward Perotti Shares Last-Minute Tips for the Perfect Academy Awards Viewing PartyThe entertainment industry insider has worked on exclusive soirees featuring Nick Jonas and Ariana Grande. Now, he promises to turn your home into the next hit destination
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Out of Sight, Out of Mind — 5 Bad Habits Too Much Hidden Storage Can Have on What You Choose to KeepUndercover storage might be a good way to conceal clutter, but as with anything, an abundance can cause problems
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Issues No One Ever Tells You About When Using Sliding Doors for Your Extension — Including How Heavy They Can Be to OperateThe experts reveal the most common potential pitfalls of sliding doors to help you buy and install with confidence
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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3 Problems With Gray Kitchens That Not Enough People Talk About — The Biggest Gripes You'll Have, and How to Avoid ThemThey may be a design classic, but that doesn't mean they're problem-free — here's what the experts have to say about them
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Things to Do Now to Make Your Front Garden Look More Welcoming — They'll Add Major Curb Appeal and Set Your Lawn Up for SpringSince this is the first place people see when they approach your home, it's a good idea to get it in shape for the season of blooms
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Reasons You Should Actually Change Your Curtains for Spring — It's Extra Effort, Yes, but It's So Worth ItEmbrace the natural light and make your curtain fabric last longer with a seasonal switch up
By Tessa Pearson Published
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3 Kitchen Tile Colors Experts Say You Should Avoid If You Want Your Space to Be Timeless and StylishYour kitchen tiles don't just play an aesthetic role; they also affect the practicality of your design — these are the ones experts say to avoid
By Maya Glantz Published
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This 'Color Spring Clean' Is the Genius Idea for Making Your Home Feel Way Less Chaotic, While Editing Down Your BelongingsEven if your house is technically tidy, your design palette could be throwing the aesthetic cleanliness off
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Sorry, but Please Stop Painting Small Rooms White — It’s Making Them Look WorseWhen square footage is tight, why do we instinctively reach for a tin of white paint? Interior designers are now thinking much bigger in small spaces
By James Cunningham Published
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3 Outdated Living Room Colors That Feel a Bit 'Meh' in 2026 — And What Designers Say You Should Use InsteadIt's important to consider the purpose of this space, and for that, some once-loved colors like energetic greens and cool neutrals don't work
By Emily Moorman Published
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These 3 Patio Layout Tricks Will Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Double the Size, Without Necessarily Having More Paving in Your GardenEven the smallest of patios can feel so much roomier with these clever, expert-approved layout tricks
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Design Mistakes You're Making With Your Washing Machine That Are Making It Way Less Functional — And What Designers Do InsteadDiscover the essential elements designers include to ensure ease and elegance in a laundry zone
By Jacky Parker Published
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3 Ways to Apply the Japanese Concept of "Ma" to Your Kitchen — Experts Say It's About Leaving Intentional Space in Your Design to "Create Lightness and Rhythm"My kitchen used to be a cluttered mess, but this Japanese philosophy has completely shifted my perspective
By Maya Glantz Published
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Whatever You Do, Designers Say to Absolutely Avoid These 3 Curtain Colors in BedroomsBecause using the wrong color can impact sleep and overall relaxation — and no one wants that, ever
By Olivia Wolfe Published
