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5 Bathroom Paint Mistakes to Avoid For a More Durable, Longer-Lasting Wall Color
Painting a bathroom requires extra care and attention if you want a perfect finish that promises to last
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Is Crown Molding Out of Style? Designers Agree, but There's a Secret to Making It Feel More Modern
The decorative design detail certainly still has style, but does it belong in more contemporary homes? Here, designers break it down
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I've Discovered This Floristry 'Rule' That's the Trade Secret to Elevating Your Grocery Store Flowers at Home
Commonly used to create the perfect color palette in interior design, this rule also works in floristry. Here's how to use it for your spring arrangements.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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10 Things to Throw Out of Your Garden — Because You Don't Actually Need Them and They're Ruining Your Vibe
Before you get to hosting in your garden, it might be due for a proper decluttering. Here's a checklist from landscape designers to tidy the space.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Outdoor Kitchen Mistakes to Avoid This Season — Especially If You Want the Best Al Fresco Dining Experience
Before you send out the invites for your summer barbecue, make sure your outdoor cooking area is up to scratch with these expert tips.
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Does the Color Yellow Mean in Interior Design? A Color and Design Psychology Expert Explains
Whether you love or hate it, yellow always seems to elicit a strong reaction from people — here, we explain why
By Karen Haller Published
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Should You Choose a Kitchen Island or a Breakfast Bar? Experts Weigh-in on the Debate
They may look alike, but designers break down the real differences in form, function, and everyday practicality
By Aditi Sharma Published
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We've Weighed Up the Pros and Cons of Bamboo Flooring, the New Eco Choice That Looks Effortlessly Elevated
Serving on both style and sustainability, we've asked the experts everything you need to know when specifying bamboo flooring in your home
By Sarah Warwick Published
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5 Home Reno Projects You Should Never Do By Yourself — Especially if You Want to Avoid Costly Mistakes
Experts say even the most seasoned DIYers shouldn't attempt these high-risk renovations (especially if you want a worthwhile ROI)
By Lilith Hudson Published
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11 Colors That Go With Pink, From the Classic to the Fresh, That You Should Be Using to Create Your Home's Color Palette
Advice Pink can be elegant, sophisticated, and cheery; it all depends on what colors you pair it with. Here are some great examples to take inspiration from
By Ruth Doherty Last updated
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5 Things That Could Be Making Your Patio Look Cheap, and That Any Landscape Designer Worth Their Salt Would Notice
Now is the time to prime your patio for the spring-summer season, but steer clear of these common pitfalls that could be devaluing your space
By Lilith Hudson Published
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10 Small Bathroom Storage Ideas That Will Cull Clutter and Keep Even Tiny Spaces Feeling Calm
Unlock the storage potential hidden in your small bathroom and squeeze stashing space from every corner
By Linda Clayton Published
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Should Your Kitchen Tap Match the Rest of Your Kitchen? Not All Designers See Eye-to-Eye
We asked the experts for their opinions on whether a kitchen tap should match the rest of the kitchen, and they didn't all see eye to eye
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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6 Mistakes That Are Making Your Kitchen Tiles Look Cheap and Not Elevated — And What You Can Do Instead
From size and grout to color and configuration, here's where you're going wrong with your kitchen tiling
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Should a Living Room Be Painted Dark or Light? We Asked Design Experts to Settle The Age-Old Debate
The color of your living room can completely shift the mood of your entire home, so the question remains: should you go light or dark...?
By Devin Toolen Published
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3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Renovating My Small Kitchen — Number One? Always Be Prepared...
After taking on my own small kitchen project recently, here are the main takeaways I've learned for the next time I renovate one
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Good Cooks With Even Better Style Are All Putting French Butter Keepers on Their Kitchen Counters — Here's Why
The French way of storing butter will guarantee soft, spreadable deliciousness at any given moment. I present to you, the butter crock.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These Are the Dos and Don'ts of Bamboo Plant Placement — Follow This to Avoid Bad Feng Shui
By following the experts' guidance on where to place this houseplant you can usher luck, wealth, and prosperity into your home
By Lilith Hudson Published
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5 Sustainable Wall Finishes That Don't Negatively Impact the Environment, or Your Indoor Air Quality
The finishes you use in your home can have a substantial impact on air quality and the environment, so it's worth doing your homework
By Sarah Warwick Published
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What's the Actual Difference Between Antique vs Vintage vs Retro?
Though commonly confused, these styles are actually quite different. Here, an expert explains how age and aesthetic play a role in identifying a piece
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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7 Kitchen Tap Mistakes You’re Making That Can Make Your Space Look Outdated – And What to Do Instead
Could it be that your choice of kitchen tap is causing your kitchen to look old-fashioned? Here's what the experts say
By Linda Clayton Published
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Is it Okay to Have a Mirror Facing a Door in Feng Shui? The Verdict is Out and It Just Might Surprise You
Decorating your home with mirrors calls for intention if you're dressing your space in accordance with Feng Shui. Here's what you should know.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Things to Unpack as Soon as You Move House — For a Comfortable and Organized Fresh Start
If you have a major move in the works and you're looking to prepare in advance, this is the starter kit you need to properly set up your new home.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City
Discover the stylish ideas and clever tricks garden designers use to create privacy, so you can enjoy your outside space without an audience.
By Jacky Parker Published
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The "Reverse Decluttering" Method Flips Everything You Thought You Knew About Getting Rid of Stuff on Its Head
This unconventional technique helps prioritize the items you actually love for a quicker and more effective sort-out, and it's being lauded by experts
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Sateen vs Percale Sheets — What's the Difference, and Which Are Better?
Who would have thought a simple weave pattern could make all the difference to your sleep
By Devin Toolen Published
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How Can I Make My Small Garden Look Expensive? 6 Luxurious Little Details That Make a Difference
From little things that add a touch of luxury to big things that make a grand statement, these are the best designer tricks to give your garden a high-end feel
By Sarah Wilson Published
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4 Kitchen Island Measurements That the Best Designers Always Use When Planning Spaces
Your cheat-sheet guide to getting clued up on all the basics of island measurements, straight from the experts.
By Maya Glantz Published
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Bunny Ears, Be Gone — 7 Easter Table Styling Mistakes That Will Take Your Setting from Tawdry to Tasteful
From fussy floral displays that disrupt conversation to over-relying on tacky tropes, don't fall victim to these errors when decorating your Easter table
By Lilith Hudson Published