Latest articles by Iokasti Sotirakopoulou
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Let's 'De-Normalize' Boring Hardware — 20 Sculptural Knobs, Handles, and Pulls That Will Transform Your Space in Less Than 10 MinutesThese sculptural cabinet knobs are the easiest way to make kitchen cabinets, drawers, and closet doors feel more intentionally designed
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24 Design-y Gifts for 'Him' That Are So Much More Than Socks, Tech, and ToolsThese stylish last-minute finds feel way more thoughtful, will be useful, and are far more exciting than the bog-standard buys
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These Japandi Sofa Beds Balance Out Cool Minimalism With Functionality — They're All Good-Looking Enough for Your Living RoomFor guest rooms, home offices, and small living spaces, these Japandi sofa beds bring together comfort, function, and a softer take on minimalist style.
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'Every Rug I've Owned Gets Ruined So Quickly' — These Washable Rugs Can All Go in the Washing Machine, and the Styles Are Perfect for Homes NowWashable rugs used to feel like the practical choice, but the latest designs are soft, stylish, and surprisingly elevated. These are the ones that make decorating high-traffic spaces feel a little less stressful.
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5 Small Bedroom Updates That Will Make Your Space Feel So Much Less Boring — According to a StylistThese subtle, stylish additions can make your bedroom feel more layered, more personal, and far more designed, without needing a full refresh.
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How to Make Your Home and Garden Feel Like a Greek Holiday — Without It Feeling ClichedAs a Greek myself, I think the secret to this look is not blue-and-white clichés, but sun-washed textures, relaxed outdoor dining, handmade ceramics, and pieces that make home feel like summer
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4 'Recipes' for Dressing Your Bed in Summer That Look Stylish, Feel Right for the Season, and Will Help You Sleep in HeatThese summer bedding buys make it easy to stay cool while keeping your bedroom beautifully styled
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The Quickest, Most Effective Update for Your Kitchen? New Barstools — These Are the Best Ones to Buy NowFrom warm wood and woven textures to sculptural silhouettes and upholstered designs, these are the indoor bar stools bringing more personality into kitchens.
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5 Things You Should Always 'Size Up' in Your Home, or Risk Cheapening Your SchemeAs a stylist, these are the five things I almost always recommend sizing up on because sometimes a few extra inches can completely change how a room feels.
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Sorry, but You Should Never Buy These Everyday Items in Plastic Because They Look Inexpensive — Here's What to Replace Them WithFrom laundry hampers to kitchen utensils, the smallest utility items can quietly ruin the feel of a room
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If You Want Your Outdoor Space to Feel Better at Night — These Are the Pendant Lights I Recommend as a StylistThis collection of outdoor pendant lights will bring a softer, more relaxed feel to patios and gardens this summer
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The Heatwave Has Us Planning Picnics — These Are the Pieces an Interior Designer Would Pack for TheirsA stylist’s edit of colorful, stylish picnic buys that make outdoor days feel easy, relaxed, and actually put together
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Don't Waste Time Scrolling Page After Page — Our Stylist Just Went Through M&S's New In Section and These Are the Pieces She Rates for SummerA stylist’s collection of fresh bedding, outdoor finds, and easy June updates designed for slower mornings and longer days outside
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Toys Everywhere? These Are the Kids' Room Storage Buys I’d Actually Use and Still Want on DisplayPractical, playful, and actually nice to look at, these are the storage pieces that make kids’ spaces feel calmer without losing personality
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How Can I Make My Home Feel More 'Natural'? Here's How an Interior Stylist Does It, Without Relying Just on HouseplantsThese nature-inspired homeware finds combine warm textures, organic materials, and earthy tones to make a space feel more relaxed and inviting
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This Month’s Color Crush? Pomegranate Pop — These Chic, Rich Red Buys Will Bring Drama Back Into Interiors, According to a StylistFrom oxblood bedding to bold red and blue pairings, this month’s color crush proves that decorating with red can feel dramatic, warm, and surprisingly livable when styled the right way
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No, It's Not Just All IKEA — These Are the Best Affordable Garden Furniture Buys for This Summer, According to a StylistAffordable outdoor furniture that looks stylish, relaxed, and far more expensive than it actually is
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Forget Boring Rectangles — These Irregularly Shaped Rugs Are What Your Space Is Missing, According to a StylistWhy asymmetrical rugs change how everything else in the room comes together, with soft curves, bold shapes, and layered textures that shift how a space feels and flows.
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Outdoor Rugs Are the Shortcut to a Better-Looking Patio, According to an Interior Stylist — These Are the Ones We'd Buy in 2026You can change the furniture, add more plants, rethink the layout or you can start with a rug and watch everything else fall into place around it.
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Forget the Cerulean Sweater — Here's 24 Bright Blue Homewares That Demonstrate That You Do, In Fact, Know About TrendsFrom The Devil Wears Prada to your living room, this is why cerulean blue keeps showing up everywhere right now
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Awkward Corner to Fill? These Are the Things I Always Choose for Underutilized Spots in a Home as an Interior StylistThe overlooked spots in a living room are often the most interesting, you just need to know what to put there
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"I Want My Home to Feel Subtly Expensive" — These Are the Quiet Upgrades I'd Recommend as a StylistIt’s not about buying more, it’s about making smarter swaps. These subtle upgrades focus on light, materials, and texture to quietly make your home feel more elevated
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Modular Garden Sofas Are the Secret to a More Functional Outdoor Space —These Are My Favorites This Year, as Someone Who Styles Spaces for a LivingIf you want your outdoor space to feel more relaxed and actually work for how you live, these are the pieces I always suggest for easy, flexible styling — which, of course, also look great
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I Always Say, 'It's Not About Buying More, It's About Choosing Better' — These Are the 3 Ways I'd Spend a £500 Budget to Transform a Living Room, as a StylistThis is how I would spend £500 in a living room, depending on what the space is missing, from soft layers to sculptural pieces that actually change how it feels
