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A bathroom with a bathtub a sink and a large light pendant hanging above the tub.

What Are the Different Types of Tiles? Use This as Your Glossary When Planning Your Bathroom Renovation

Do you know the difference between terrazzo and terracotta? Ceramic from cement? Learn from the experts on how all the different tile types compare

14 Wet Room Ideas Soaked in Style — These Are the Designs That Might Convince You to Give Up Your Bath Forever

From candy-stripe tiles to curved walls, discover expert-approved design rules to make a splash in your wet room. Dive in…

By Lara Sargent Last updated 1 July 25
11 Ways to Make Islands Work in Small Kitchens — So They Both Function Brilliantly and Look Amazing

Think you can't squeeze in an island? Let these beautiful and innovative small kitchen island ideas prove you wrong...

By Lara Sargent Last updated 24 June 25
10 Outdated Kitchen Island Trends to Avoid in 2025 Remodels — And What Designers Are Doing Instead

Planning a kitchen renovation? Here are a few outdated styles of island that the experts are giving a miss in their schemes right now

By Lara Sargent Published 15 June 25
'Curved' Showers Are the Emerging Trend in Bathrooms That Makes Your Space Feel Softer and More Welcoming

Designers are using sweeping tiled curves in bathrooms to make for more comfortable, welcoming showering spaces. Here's how

By Lara Sargent Published 14 June 25
It's Settled: Curved Islands Look Good, Feel Expensive, and Save Space — These Are the Ideas You'll Want to Use in Your Remodel

Straight lines, be gone! For a warm, welcoming kitchen, curved islands are taking center stage, say the designers

By Lara Sargent Published 11 June 25
Quiet Luxury Is Still King in the Kitchen — These Are 10 Design Lessons to Make the Understated yet Elegant Trend Work

Want the quiet luxe look in the kitchen? Here’s how the experts transform this busy room into a calm and classy space

By Lara Sargent Published 5 May 25

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Latest articles by Lara Sargent

What Are the Different Types of Tiles? Use This as Your Glossary When Planning Your Bathroom Renovation

14 Wet Room Ideas Soaked in Style — These Are the Designs That Might Convince You to Give Up Your Bath Forever

11 Ways to Make Islands Work in Small Kitchens — So They Both Function Brilliantly and Look Amazing

10 Outdated Kitchen Island Trends to Avoid in 2025 Remodels — And What Designers Are Doing Instead

'Curved' Showers Are the Emerging Trend in Bathrooms That Makes Your Space Feel Softer and More Welcoming

It's Settled: Curved Islands Look Good, Feel Expensive, and Save Space — These Are the Ideas You'll Want to Use in Your Remodel

Quiet Luxury Is Still King in the Kitchen — These Are 10 Design Lessons to Make the Understated yet Elegant Trend Work

10 Kitchen Handle Trends for 2025 — This Is What to Choose for Your Cabinets Right Now, According to Designers

10 Kitchen Tap Ideas That Will Upgrade Your Sink — Who'd Have Thought Doing the Dishes Could Look This Good?

How to Light Your Bathroom Like a Spa — 11 Ideas That Will Take Your Space From Everyday to Luxurious Retreat