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8 minimalist design trends for 2024 to take pared-back schemes to a new level
New ways with texture and a cool new furniture style – these minimalist design trends are calling to us…
By Ellen Finch Published
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How to dog-proof a living room – 6 tips from designers (and pet owners) who have done it successfully
Because getting the balance between form and function is even more key when you add a furry friend
By Hebe Hatton Published
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10 easy design tweaks for your backyard to make now so it's ready for spending time in this fall
These expert tips will ensure your outdoor space is a chic fall-ready retreat
By Ruth Doherty Published
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8 tricks designers use to skilfully get dining tables into small living rooms - a modern life essential
Designers have worked out how to blend a dining table into smaller living rooms now that they're an essential part of modern life
By Charlotte Alldis Published
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10 den ideas that will help this space become the coziest, most relaxing room in your house
We asked the experts how to design a den that's flexible, functional and packed with personality
By Tessa Pearson Published
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7 bathroom remodel mistakes homeowners always come to regret – according to experts
For a bathroom refurb you won't regret, take heed of these common renovation mistakes
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Colors that go with light blue – 10 modern pairings loved by interior designers
10 colors that go with light blue that will round out a modern, refreshing interiors scheme
By Oonagh Turner Last updated
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Color trends 2024 – 17 mood-lifting shades perfectly suited to modern homes
These color trends for 2024 are a wonderful rainbow of shades and tones that will bring joy to your interiors
By Roddy Clarke Last updated
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3 tricks interior designers rely on when replacing light switches to make them look more elevated
Establishing light switches that blend form as well as function is the key to a considered scheme, here's our favorite styles and how to update them yourself
By Oonagh Turner Published
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4 things you can paint in your kitchen (that aren't the cabinets) to give it a whole new look
Give a kitchen a fresh lease on life with these quick, easy and surprising paint jobs
By Amy McArdle Published
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Are gallery walls going out of style? These interior designers all came to the same verdict
Carefully curating a selection of prints and artwork to create a gallery wall was once the perfect way to decorate a home, but are these days over? Experts share their thoughts
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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6 colors to avoid in an entryway – and the ones designers know make a better first impression
Whether making a statement or designing the entryway to a peaceful haven, color is key to setting the tone of your home. Here are colors designers are avoiding, and alternatives that are ticking all the boxes.
By Katie Daly Published
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What is an inset kitchen? Interior designers choose this style for an elevated, "expensive" look
Try this cabinet style for a more sleek, streamlined, and bespoke-looking modern kitchen
By Lilith Hudson Published
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What should you not do in a bedroom layout? 7 simple mistakes designers notice in unbalanced spaces
Experts reveal what not to do when planning your perfect bedroom layout, and the work-arounds you can use instead for a well balanced and restful space
By Ruth Doherty Published
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How to avoid the 'millennial grey' effect when decorating with this timeless shade
Grey rooms that feel flat and uninspiring give this color a bad name, but how do you decorate with grey in a modern way? Experts reveal their design secrets
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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5 finishing touches that will elevate your curtains and make them look a hundred times better
When styling your curtains, it's not just about the fabric, and the curtain hardware and accessories can seriously up your drapery game
By Oonagh Turner Published
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This genius IKEA kitchen hack hides away an easy-to-use trash can in an otherwise awkward corner
Check out how this clever DIYer concealed her kitchen's trash can with this nifty trick
By Amy McArdle Published
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Professional organizers use low kitchen cabinets to store these items – it'll make your storage so much more convenient
Organize awkward lower cabinets in your kitchen by making smart choices about what to store inside
By Lilith Hudson Published
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10 paint tricks for low ceilings that will make your room's "fifth wall" feel higher and more impressive
These paint tricks for low ceilings suggested by top experts show how color and lighting can be used to create an illusion of height
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published
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6 simple ways you can make your front yard look beautiful without having to plant anything new
Because updating your front yard needn't always be about the planting, and some easy design tweaks can quickly make it way more beautiful
By Hebe Hatton Published
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What color couch makes a room look bigger? Designers reveal their favorite space-stretching sofa shades
Lighter colors work best to open up a space, but you can choose a dark sofa for a small room - here's how to do it...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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How to make a small space look more expensive - 7 tricks designers use to instantly elevate a bijou room
Small space? No problem. These expert ideas will ensure your petite pad packs a serious style punch
By Ruth Doherty Published
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'It's where design trends start' - 9 Californian kitchens with a dreamy blend of organic luxury
Laidback luxe is the order of the day in these easy, breezy Californian kitchens, full of design ideas and inspiration
By Ruth Doherty Published
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From colder colors to the right layout, this is how designers create decor that feels "naturally cooling"
What colors, textures and materials attract the least amount of heat? The experts share heatproof decorating tips for the home
By Oonagh Turner Published
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6 easy tweaks to make your patio more private - and give you instant seclusion
Because even if your patio is surrounded by busy city life, you can still create your own privacy outdoor oasis
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Colors that go with teal – 10 expert-suggested pairings for an unexpected interior
Looking for colors that go with teal? This wonderful blue-green hue pairs with these colors best for a modern and sophisticated scheme
By Amy Neason Last updated
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Colors that go with sage green – 10 pairings that designers love
For colors that go with sage green, look to nature for inspiration and choose tones from warming turmeric to cool blues for a calming interior
By Oonagh Turner Last updated
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5 tricks designers use to create cozy seating areas in even the smallest of kitchens
Tiny kitchens can make room for small seating nooks too! It's just about getting smart with your design
By Oonagh Turner Published
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5 living rooms with indoor trees that prove why they're the most elevating trend of 2024
Forget a new sofa, an indoor tree just went to the top of our to buy list
By Hebe Hatton Published
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