Latest articles by Raluca Racasan
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5 flowers that bloom at night - for more beautiful, fragrant evenings
Whether you have a big garden or just a patch, you can create a blooming haven of your own that comes alive in the evening, with these beautiful flowers suitable for backyards
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What is a "moon garden"? 5 genius tricks to make your backyard look (and smell) better after dark
If you want to enjoy your garden by night as well as by day, a moon garden is the way forward. Here is what you need to do to achieve it, and the pitfalls to avoid
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Before & after: by taking just one piece of furniture out, this family's 'flex' room works so much better
Once a dark, dull property, this home now ticks all the boxes of elegance, functionality, and a sense of calm
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This viral $10 Amazon find makes your kitchen's countertop appliances so much more practical
Don’t you just love a good hack? Check out these ingenious little swivel caster wheels and I promise you’ll start using them everywhere
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'The colors actually calm you' - this Montauk bungalow perfect 2024's most soothing shades
A curation of vintage furniture added into a palette of deep sandy neutrals make this home an oasis that echoes the location’s sweeping views
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This minimalist white home is *also* kid and pet-friendly - the designer explains the 'impossible' secret
You wouldn’t expect to see such light colors and luxurious fabrics in a family home. But this interior designer has both looks and durability ticked off the list
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What type of kitchen never goes out of style? Interior designers say this one is "trend-proof"
There is one kitchen design that will look good no matter the trends. Experts in interiors reveal what it is, and why it works so well
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What's the most durable kitchen cabinet? The one material designers love for long-lasting units, and the one they avoid
A kitchen is an investment. If you want it to last, take the expert’s advice and make sure your cabinets are built from this material
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12 new Farrow & Ball paint colors that launch today – including an off-white we predict everyone's going to use
The new collaboration with fashion designer Christopher John Rogers is full of exuberant, cheerful colors – but we've got our eye on one new neutral in the bunch in particular
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A Picasso, a Hirst, even a Banksy – this collectors' California home re-design revolves around their eclectic art
Interior design studio Electric Bowery used the homeowner's extensive art collection to lead the way in the re-design of this Californian home
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What style of copper bath is best? If you can’t tell your antique from your verdigris, you need to read this
If you’d like to invest in a copper bath but find yourself stuck between the various options out there, here’s a breakdown of what you can find to help you make the right choice
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Troye Sivan's powder room is painted in an unexpectedly bold color that makes it feel elevated and bijou
The singer and actor says he's almost recognized as much for his home as for his music, as he offers a glimpse into his beautiful home in Melbourne
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Should I invest in a copper bath? 4 reasons to choose one - and the one big drawback to consider
It's undoubtedly a design classic, but is a copper bath a sensible way to spend your bathroom remodel budget?
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"I'm an interior designer – I think these 5 millwork trends will make your home look like a million dollars"
This experienced interior designer knows a thing or two about the interior trends in millwork that can elevate any home
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The best desks with drawers are a no-brainer – they're a great way to add extra storage to your home office
When it comes to your home office desk, including drawers is a no brainer - here are the best to buy
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How to buy Eames furniture with confidence - 5 tips from experts in these Mid-Century classics
A piece of Eames furniture has the power to instantly elevate the look and feel of your home - this is how to recognize the original valuable pieces and collect them like a pro
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How to lay your dining table like Kelly Wearstler – hint: it's all about the layering
Kelly Wearstler's newest collaboration sees the interior designer tackle tableware – and it's expectedly beautiful
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This equestrian's small apartment has gentle nods to her love of horses - and space for a saddle
The transformation of this Hong Kong apartment into a characterful, light-filled space meant removing furniture, opening up walls, and bringing a very personal theme into the mix
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This family’s stunning pool area is the perfect at-home retreat for end-of-summer gatherings big or small
You won’t feel the need to go anywhere abroad with this generous-sized pool together with its own bar area and a pool house - now that sounds like a dreamy staycation to me
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Before and after: A '70s bungalow with a problematic kitchen is now a bright oasis - with great tiling in every room
Calm curves and neutral colors transform a standard boxy space into a spacious and functional family home
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3 lessons we’ve learned on keeping a non-cluttered home from our favorite famous Virgos
Virgos are notoriously organized and on top of things - be more Virgo and apply these tips for a perfectly show-worthy home
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"There's more to a calming interior than color" – the textures to buy into for a relaxing home
It’s time you give your home the calming treatment by bringing in textures. Interior designer Bobby Berk tells me he loves using them in his design
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We didn't expect to see these ‘old-fashioned’ kitchen doors making a comeback – but we're glad they are
The age-old style door had fallen out of favor, but designers are now finding they're a great design-led addition to any modern kitchen
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This home's modern front door is like nothing you've seen before –and it uses a material you might not expect
A statement-making front door sets the tone for this modern, spacious home with mindfully chosen materials throughout
