Aditi Sharma Maheshwari
Aditi Sharma Maheshwari is the Design Editor at Livingetc. She is an architecture and design journalist with over 10 years of experience. She's worked at some of the leading media houses in India such as Elle Decor, Houzz and Architectural Digest (Condé Nast). Till recently, she was a freelance writer for publications such as Architectural Digest US, House Beautiful, Stir World, Beautiful Homes India among others. In her spare time, she volunteers at animal shelters and other rescue organizations.
Latest articles by Aditi Sharma Maheshwari
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Colors that go with dark green – 5 perfect pairings endorsed by interior designers
These colors that go with dark green create the most cocooning and calm interior while adding a crisp, modern vibe to the entire home
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"Salmon" pink is the cozy, rosy color of the moment, say designers – here's what to pair with it for a brilliant room scheme
These colors that go with salmon pink will help you to create a sophisticated and warm design scheme with this on-trend color
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Where to spend and where to save when remodeling a kitchen – 'this is how to stick to your budget,' say designers
While a kitchen renovation can be a pretty pricy project, you don't need to pay over the odds for every single thing. This is how you prioritize
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5 things that are making your bedroom look "cheap", say designers
Is there something bringing down your bedroom design? You might be making one of these common mistakes designers always spot
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6 painting mistakes that are making your walls look 'dirtier' – and what you should be doing instead
The wrong colors and finishes could be contributing to your walls feeling grubby - here's how the pros pick paints to stop that happening
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3 tricks professional decorators use to remove wallpaper quickly and easily - 'it really shouldn't take too long!'
Wondering how to remove wallpaper? You don't need a professional to do this simple job. All you need is a few tools and a little patience
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Eggshell vs satin – what's the difference, and what to use when, according to professional decorators
If you're undecided on whether to use eggshell or satin for your next painting project, we get the lowdown on what they both have to offer
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'I wish I'd known this before planting' – 5 mistakes beginners often make with vegetable gardens, and how to fix them
If you're a new vegetable gardener this year, take a look at these common vegetable gardening mistakes experts always see and the best ways to prevent them
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How to find the Feng Shui "money corner" – and what to put in it to unlock your home's prosperity
According to Feng Shui principles, the money corner can help generate wealth, well-being and healthy finances for you and your family
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Designers love this paint trend for 2024 - but there's one they're all planning to avoid
Paint trends are evolving for 2024, but designers aren't keen on all of them. Here's the one they've fallen in love with, and one they plan to miss
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Designers swear by this small living room layout - 'it makes the space feel bigger'
Have a small living room and want to expand its potential and functionality? You need to adopt and drop these trends
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4 types of glass to frame your art that not only protect it, but make it looks a million times better
Choosing the right glass to frame your artworks will make your masterpieces look amazing, and stay like that for longer
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What wall colors go best with brown furniture? 4 shades that are the perfect companions
These color walls that go with brown furniture will not only add a fresh, luxurious look to the interiors but also elevate your favorite cabinets, sofas, and tables
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5 pruning mistakes expert gardeners always notice – 'they're causing more harm than good!'
These pruning mistakes are incredibly common and even the best gardeners can make them. Here's how to avoid 5 errors for a beautiful backyard
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4 outdated wall decor trends designers are leaving behind – and the one that they're choosing instead
These are the ways to decorate your walls that interior designers have been 'quiet quitting' for some time
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6 Feng Shui-approved bedroom colors for well-rested, happy spaces – and what experts say each of them means
These Feng Shui bedroom colors will improve your sleep, calm your mind and better your connection with your partner
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This "map" is the secret to how Feng Shui experts make your home more peaceful - and you can use it in every room
This Feng Shui map can help you understand the different energy areas in your home, so you can boost qi and positivity
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5 light paint colors designers always recommend for living rooms – 'they make even dark spaces feel bright'
Light paint colors not only create a sophisticated feel for a living room but can also make them look bigger. Here are the 5 best shades designers recommend
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How to use "trap plants" in your garden - the secret guardians that act as nature's pest-repellents
What are trap plants and why do you need them? Experts throw light on these strong defenders that maintain and safeguard your garden plants
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What's the best direction to sleep in? Experts tells us which compass point is best, and which is ruining your rest
Unable to get a restful night's sleep and always tired? It could be down to the direction your bed faces, according to some experts
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Color combinations to avoid – using these 4 pairings when color blocking can be "jarring", say experts
Color clashing has long been a loved paint technique to create eye-catching interiors. But some combinations can look garish, and not in tune with a modern home
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Forget off-white, these are the 4 'new-age neutrals' designers are using for more interesting minimalist homes instead
Gone are the days of quintessential neutrals – these surprising tones are taking over interiors, creating the most calming vibe
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5 of the best Farrow & Ball blue paints that interior designers are obsessed with – all shown in real spaces
Thinking of painting your home blue? Consider these winning Farrow & Ball paint colors that have interior designers' seal of approval
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Is gold leaf out of style? Interior designers decide whether this millennia-old technique can feel fresh today
Gold leaf, or gilding, has embellished everything from furniture to architecture for thousands of years. But does it hold up in a modern home?
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