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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
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I Want a California-Inspired Garden — These Are the 5 Things a Los Angeles-Based Landscaper Says Are a Must-Have, and How to Adapt Them Even If You Live in the CityI asked a California-based landscape designer to share the key components of this style of outdoor space, so that I could turn mine from chaotic to calm
By Debbie Black Published
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5 Kitchen Color Myths I've Never Actually Bought Into — They're Clichés That Are Holding Back Your Design From Its Full PotentialThe color "rules" designers are calling tall tales — and why you can likely break them without compromising your space
By Portia Carroll Published
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6 Ways to Introduce Lighter Fabrics Into Your Home for Spring and Get Rid of That Winter 'Heaviness'Your wardrobe gets a seasonal refresh, so why shouldn't your home? We asked the experts for some simple textile tips to switch things up for spring
By Tessa Pearson Published
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I'd Never Organize a Closet by Color — There's a Reason Why It Doesn't Work, and a Much Better AlternativeHere's a case for why all the tidiest closets are organized by category and use instead...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Common Problems With Bifold Doors You Need to Know Before You Think About Installing Them, and How to Overcome ThemThere are some potential issues to navigate with bifold doors — our experts share what they are and how best to avoid them for total project success
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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3 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Kitchen Handles — Get This Wrong, and Your Whole Kitchen Will Look, and Feel, OffDon't overlook the importance of these kitchen finishing touches — they can completely elevate your design, so long as you don't make one of these mistakes
By Maya Glantz Published
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How to Spring Clean Like a Minimalist — 5 Things to Get Rid of This Season That'll Make Your Home's Design Feel Calm and UnclutteredConsider this your guide to non-negotiables that need to be out of your home by the time the season sets in
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Picked Modern Slatted Fence Panels for My Garden — Here's 5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I DidIf you're planning a garden makeover, these slatted panels might seem like the most contemporary, stylish option, but they come with some downsides, too
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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I Used the Japanese Art of "Danshari" to Declutter My Living Room — Here's Why It Works So Well, and How You Can Use It to Transform Your Space, tooIf you're looking to reshape your relationship with what you own instead of simply clearing out clutter, this Japanese decluttering technique should be on your radar
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Out of the 56 Different Blue Paint Colors Farrow & Ball Has, These 8 Are the Ones Interior Designers Told Me They Love BestWe've made the decision a whole lot easier to bring a bit of blue into your home design scheme
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The Meaning Behind Your Favorite Flowers So That You Can Gift Better Bouquets — "Floriography Isn’t About Rigid Rules — It’s About Intention"Here's a rundown of the most popular blooms in bouquets and the message they send across — from roses and peonies to hydrangeas and baby's breath
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These 7 Tricks Will Always Make Your Dining Room Smell Good — Without Overpowering This Space and Ruining Your AppetiteBesides whipping up an aromatic feast, these tips will help you set the mood for a bon appétit
By Amiya Baratan Published
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3 Kitchen Color Combinations You'd Never Expect to Go Together, but Actually Work Incredibly WellMove beyond green and cream, these surprising color combinations will bring new life to your kitchen design
By Maya Glantz Published
