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10 Small Kitchen Problems — And How You Can Solve Them in Style
Small space not supporting your big ambitions? These expert-approved fixes tackle the most common small-space struggles, so every inch works harder and looks sharper
By Linda Clayton Published
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People With Great-Smelling Homes Are All Choosing These Fragrances Right Now — 5 Candle Scent Trends for 2025 You Should Know
With so much choice, what kinds of fragrances should you be choosing for candles, diffusers, and more? These are the coolest scents to try this year, and where to buy them
By Matilda Bourne Published
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A Detailed Guide to Decorative Plasterwork — Its Historical Roots and How It's Being Reimagined for Today
All you need to know before adding or updating moldings — and when to go modern or stay traditional
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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How to Unpack Your Suitcase Like a Pro — 5 Ways to Organize Your Hotel Room Closet to Feel at Home
Don't spend your vacation unorganized and living out of your suitcase — this is how professional organizers make themselves at home when traveling
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Do You Need Planning Permission for a Garden Room? 5 Things I Think Everyone Should Know Before Considering One
Don't get caught out before you build your garden room sanctuary. Here is everything you need to know regarding the planning of this outdoor space
By Amy Reeves Published
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Where to Shop for Table Lamps — 10 Spots an Editor Swears By for Great Finds
This is where our editors, and the designers we love most, turn to when they're looking for table lamps, artful curations of modern style
By Pip Rich Published
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5 Simple Curtain Hacks That Will Make Your Windows Look Expensive, but Don't Cost That Much More to Do
Elevate your curtains without breaking the bank with these clever ideas for making them more luxurious-looking
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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Should I Half Tile or Fully Tile My Bathroom? I've Got the Answer, and the Pros and Cons to Each
Deciding how to tile your bathroom isn't just a case of choosing the right pattern, color, and configuration
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Should All Your Window Treatments Match? Here's How Designers Decide, and Make It Work Either Way
Matching window treatments throughout your home seems like the no-fail option, but the experts say that's not always the case
By Sarah Warwick Published
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My Friends Keep Asking Me If Curtain Tie-Backs Are Old-Fashioned — Here's How I Explain the Best Options for Windows in 2025
Curtain tie-backs have their uses, but are they cool enough for a modern home? I've got some thoughts, and so do the experts I asked about it
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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Where Can I Find a Garden Shed That Actually Looks Good? The Best Ones I Could Find, Including a Brand in Farrow & Ball Colors
Don't waste your money on a disappointing shed; listen to our advice and invest in an outdoor structure that will last through the years.
By Maya Glantz Published
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13 Housewarming Rituals From Around the World You've Probably Never Heard of — And Thoughtful Ways to Gift Them
Take inspiration from this list of the most wonderful ways to commemorate your new chapter in a beautiful abode
By Amiya Baratan Published
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'Should I Move Home?' Architects Explain How to Decide Whether Your House Has Potential to Improve, or You Need to Find a New One
If you're questioning your need to move to a fresh space, read this before you come to a decision
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I've Had Ooni Pizza Nights Every Saturday for Years — These Are My 5 Golden Rules for Using This Outdoor Oven I Think Everyone Should Know
There's nothing quite like homemade pizza, and after a lot of trial and error, I have some helpful tips and tricks to help you master your at-home setup
By Debbie Black Published
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Scandinavian vs Mid-Century Modern — These Celebrated Design Styles Are More Similar Than You Might Think
Both are enduring favorites and iconic in their own right, but do a little digging and you may discover they also share quite a few similarities, too
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to Declutter a Small Kitchen — 10 Tips for Clearing Out You Need to Make Every Inch of Space Count
If you're a small-space dweller with a compact cooking space, here's what you need to know about making it look clutter-free
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Decorating with Mint Green Works For Way More Than Just Your Bathroom — Here's How to Use the "Spatial Palette Cleanser"
It's bright and zingy, but can also fade effortlessly into the background when it needs to. Here's how designers like to use it
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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"I'm a Hot Sleeper and It's Ruining My Night's Rest" — What to Do, and What Never to Do, to Regulate Your Temperature and Get Better Sleep
If you're a hot sleeper, you've come to the right place. Here's everything you need to beat the heat for a comfortably cool night of slumber
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Make More Counter Space in a Small Kitchen? Expert-Approved Tips You'll Want to Take Note Of
Find the counter space you didn't think you had...
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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4 Problems With Color-Matching Paint That Not Enough People Talk About — "Complex Pigments Are Nearly Impossible To Replicate"
Getting the perfect paint color is integral to perfecting your interior design, but experts say color-matching could be hindering you rather than helping
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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10 Types of Spider Plants That Take This Popular Pick Beyond the Basics
Flex your green thumb by bringing home one of these beautiful, alternative spider plant varieties
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I’m Staying in my Mum's Converted Loft While Visiting a Sweltering London — Here’s What I’ll Be Doing to Keep Cool
I've learnt some much-needed tricks to cool down a loft when we come to visit during the summer heat
By Debbie Black Published
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15 of the Best New York Hotels — See Inside the Design-Forward Stays We Can't Wait to Tick Off Our Hotlist This Year
Heading to the Big Apple? Our edit of must-visit boutique hotels in New York is back to help you discover it the interior enthusiast's way
By Gilda Bruno Last updated
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Can You Put a Washer and Dryer in a Kitchen? 'Yes', Say Designers, and Here Are 5 Ways to Make It Work
If a designated utility room remains a pipe dream, here are all the nifty, space-saving solutions to make your laundry appliances work in your kitchen
By Lilith Hudson Published
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8 Types of Tile Shapes to Consider For Your Next Bathroom Reno — Number 4 Is Our Favorite Pick for 2025
These tile shapes bring a fresh design edge to your next renovation, perfect for backsplashes, floors, or feature walls
By Aditi Sharma Published
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Your Zodiac Can Help You Decorate for Better Feng Shui — And Here's How
Cocktail carts for Capricorns and tufted velvet rugs for Taureans.. How should your star sign manifest itself in your home?
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Asked Bedding Experts the Most Searched Questions on 'Thread Count' — Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying New Sheets
What's the best thread count for sheets? Does it actually matter? Let's demystify this often misunderstood quality of bed sheets
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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10 Outdated Kitchen Rules You Can Ignore When Designing a Small Kitchen
Struggling to master the spatial design of your small kitchen? You can safely dismiss these inapplicable rules, say designers
By Lilith Hudson Published
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What Actually Is Super Matte Paint? This Trending Finish Is What All the Brands Are Launching — Here's What It Means
"It’s not just a paint, it’s an interior design tool in itself" — here's why you should ditch a standard matte for something more intense
By Olivia Wolfe Published