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4 Surprising Things I Learnt About Making Good Italian-Style Coffee After Visiting Italy's Most Luxurious, Design-y Espresso Machine Makers in FlorenceWhen it comes to good coffee, the quality of the craft affects the brew — here's what the serious connoisseurs need to know
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What Color Handle Goes With What Cabinet Color? The Combinations That Look Best for Kitchens Now, According to the ExpertsDesigners reveal the best handle finishes to specify for the most popular cabinetry colors
By Portia Carroll Published
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What's Replacing the 'Sunday Reset'? This New 'Micro-Reset' Technique Staggers Your Organization Rituals and Gives You Back an Entire Day of RestInstead of loathing your overflowing chore list over the weekend, adopt 'micro resets' to ease your routine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are You Over-Styling Your Coffee Table? Here's What to Take Off to Make It Feel More 'Balanced', According to Designers"It's all about striking the right balance between beauty and practicality"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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6 Suitcase Organizing Trends the Most Type-A People Are Using for Their Vacations This YearIf you want to enjoy your Euro summer to its fullest, this is the starter pack of tips for travelling smart
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Architects Are Designing Heatwave-Proof Extensions, and for Good Reason — These 7 Features Will Keep Your New Spaces Fresh and CoolThe UK's overly glazed house extensions can cause problems with overheating when the temperature outside rises — here's how architects are tackling it, now
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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These Are the 6 Popular Paint Colors Designers Say People Fall Out of Love With Fast in Their Homes — From Rich Reds to Cool NeutralsYou may want to think twice before painting a room one of these trending (but often longevity-lacking) colors
By Emily Moorman Published
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5 Things You Should Remove From Your Entryway Now, According to Decluttering ProfessionalsIt's the only way to make a tidy first impression, welcome good energy, and allow for better airflow
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This London Kitchen Is a Lesson in Minimalist Design — Its Clever 'Hidden' Cabinet Doors Prove Why Seamless Storage Works So Well in 2026In this South East London kitchen, Naked Kitchens has mastered the art of modern minimalist design. It's sleek and seamless, but still warm and inviting
By Maya Glantz Published
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3 Fabrics That Make Your Home Super Uncomfortable in the Summer Heat — Don't Pick These for Sofas, Chairs, or BeddingThe goal is materials that are light and comfortable, not thick and heavy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How Japanese Designers Turn Windows Into 'Picture Frames' — Nagame (眺め) Is the Feeling of "Stopping to Smell the Roses" and Appreciating Your HomeThis thoughtful concept of design will teach you how to use the window as if it were a frame waiting to focus a piece of art
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These 5 Mistakes Won't Just Affect Your Home's Curb Appeal, They'll Also Really Annoy Your NeighborsFix these problems now, before you become the topic of discussion on your neighbourhood group chat
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 Things Making Your Bedroom Feel Hotter at Night — And Most People Don't Realize They've Made These MistakesIf you feel like the temperature in your bedroom is actively disrupting your rest in the summer, here's what you need to fix
By Amiya Baratan Published
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7 Lucky Garden Plants That Will Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Rich in Good FortuneNot only do all of these plants offer their own charm, but there's something for small gardens and sprawling backyards, too
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, Underfloor Heating Can Cool a House Down as Well as Heat It? Here's How to Use Yours to Drop Your Home's Temperature by 2-3°CExperts explain how underfloor heating could help your home feel fresh and cool in summer
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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How to Dress a Bed the Way an Interior Designer Would — From Folds to Fabrics, Frames, and Focal PointsThere's more to it than turndowns and hospital tucks; a lot of effort goes into making an effortless bed, and here's how designers do it
By Olivia Emily Published
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This Sheet-Washing Mistake Is Making Your Bedding 'Less Breathable' and Causing Serious Sweat Problems in SummerSpoiler alert — it has to do with including fabric softener in your laundry routine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The "Morning Reset" Is the Decluttering Rule That Makes Your Home Feel Instantly Cooler in a Hot SummerIf your home is littered with items out of place, it could be the reason your space feels unseasonably warmer than usual
By Amiya Baratan Published
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"I Wish Everyone Knew This" — Why 'Light Reflecting Values' and Sheen Are Crucial to Your Color Choice, According to a Paint ExpertChoosing the right color for your home is more than just about the shade — it’s sheen and LRV, too, this paint pro tells us
By Pip Rich Published
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5 Things That Are Making Your Home's Air Smell 'Stale' During the Summer — And How to Fix Them, QuicklyOnce you declutter and refresh these items, you'll find an instant and pleasant shift in the way your space smells
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Hikari (光) is the Japanese Concept of 'Living With Light' — Here's How I Bring It into DesignSeeking out natural light within your home will make each space feel so much more alive
By Yoko Kloeden Published
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They Aren't Just Outdated, They're Also Impractical — 5 Kitchen Floor Colors Experts Say You Need to Avoid, and What to Choose InsteadDon't underestimate the power of good kitchen flooring — the right color can bring your room to life, and the wrong one can completely kill it
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Bed Size, From Single to Super King, so You Can Find the Perfect Fit for Your SpaceNot sure which bed size to choose? We asked experts how to select the perfect proportions for your sleep space
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Which Bathroom Tiles Will Make Your Scheme Look More Expensive? How to Choose the Right Ones Without Necessarily Spending MoreFrom classic colors to installation hacks, these 5 expert tips will make your bathroom tiles look bougie, even on a budget
By Lara Sargent Published
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This Tiny Detail Can Make Your Kitchen Feel "Awkward, Uncomfortable, and Slightly Off" — And It's All to Do With Your Choice of HandlesNot color or style; this often-overlooked detail is the most common mistake homeowners make when choosing kitchen hardware
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Japanese Scenting Hack Will Trick Your Home Into Feeling Cooler — And There's One Crucial Fragrance That Makes it WorkThe secret? Using Japanese mint oil as summer aromatherapy to create a sense of 'coolness'
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Hot Weather Houseplant Myths You Shouldn't Fall For — And What to Actually Do to Help Your Indoor Garden Survive in the SummerIf you want your plants to survive the heatwave, it's worth steering clear of these common misconceptions
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Outdated Kitchen Backsplash Trends Designers Just Aren't Choosing for 2026 — And What They're Picking InsteadHere are the backsplash designs making your kitchen look seriously dated, say the experts, and the five fixes that will elevate your space for years to come
By Lara Sargent Published
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6 Tricks for Keeping Your Indoor Plants Alive and Looking Well During a Heatwave, According to a Horticulture ExpertThere is nothing expensive-looking about a sad, droopy plant
By Annalise Smith Published
