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4 Things All Extroverts Should Have in Their Kitchens, According to Kitchen DesignersSimple design ideas experts use to create a space designed for socialization
By Maya Glantz Published
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We Ask Design Experts How to Choose a Sofa — And Get It Right the First Time AroundFrom interior designers to a furniture consultant and a specialist upholsterer, the professionals weigh in on what to consider when buying a sofa that’ll sweep you off your feet — quite literally
By Nicky Rampley-Clarke Published
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Find Working From Home Uncomfortable? It's Probably Your Desk Size, Say Ergonomics ExpertsA stylish home office may be fun, but when you can't get comfortable, then working from home will never be as productive
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Bulb Switches Everyone Should Make Today in Their Home — These Color Temperature and Brightness Fixes Will Instantly Elevate Your SpaceAs we head into autumn, these are the bulb switches that will give your home a literal glow-up
By Jacky Parker Published
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Japanese Minimalism Proves That Pared-Back Interiors Don't Have to Feel Cold — Here's How It Embraces Warmth InsteadThe intermeshing of subtle textures and strong colors is what makes this design style so comfortably compelling
By Amiya Baratan Published
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'Low-Light' Rooms Are the Vibe for Homes This Autumn, but What's the Difference Between 'Atmospheric' and Stumbling Around in the Dark?Find the right balance between glow and glare with this expert advice from lighting designers
By Jacky Parker Published
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Should Your Sofa Have Arms? How This One Detail Will Always Affect How Enjoyable Your Living Room Is to UseAs interior designers experiment with contemporary silhouettes, modular sofas without arms have become surprisingly popular
By James Cunningham Published
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5 Ways to Squeeze More Storage Into Your Bedroom Without Ruining Your Interior AestheticThese designer-approved tricks will help you make a big impression with your bedroom scheme
By Hayley Spencer Published
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My Home's Open Plan Layout Made Sense Before the Toddlers Turned Into Teens — Now the Lack of Walls Seems Like a Really, Really Bad IdeaI'm starting to think I need some division within our open-plan layout — I'm certain it will make for a happier household
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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The Coffee Maker 'Triangle' Is the Kitchen Layout That Makes Your Morning Run Like You're a BaristaYou need plenty of space, access to water, and a power source to ensure proper coffee-making flow — here are a kitchen designer's best layout tips
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Clever Drawer Features You'll Always See in Expensive Cabinetry That Every Kitchen DeservesWant to know what makes expensive cabinetry worth the price? It's all about these surprising little features
By Maya Glantz Published
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Where to Put a Pergola or Awning in Your Garden If You Want to Make Sure It's in the Right PlaceA stylish canopy offers much-needed shade during the summer, but there are some important factors to consider before installing your new structure
By Lilith Hudson Published
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No Good Kitchen Would Ever Have 'Grid Lighting' in 2026 — Lighting Designers All Swear by This Technique InsteadUnless you want your kitchen to feel like a dentist's office, grid lighting is not the way to go; here are the experts' alternatives to 'anti-mood' lighting
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Simple Design Details Experts Always Include in Their Own Bathrooms That Make It So Much Easier to UseHere are five expert-approved design rules every bathroom needs, however big or small your space
By Lara Sargent Published
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Oops, Is It Bad to Keep a Coffee Machine Under Kitchen Cabinets? Here Are Easy Ways to Maximize Space in Your 'Espresso Station'A coffee nook is a fabulous addition to any kitchen, but proper planning and styling are essential to running a smooth operation
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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6 Things People Who Always Read in Bed Need to Know (and Get Right) When Choosing Their Bedroom LightingInterior designers share their bright ideas for making reading in bed the ultimate literary escape
By Becks Shepherd Published
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If Blue Is Your Favorite Color, Here's What It Probably Says About How You Want Your Home to Feel, According to a Color Psychology ExpertIf you keep returning to blue in your home, this is what it might mean about the experiences you value and how you want your home to support them
By Karen Haller Published
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People Who Face the Wall When Working at Home Probably Also Have These 3 Other WFH HabitsAccording to this psychologist, the direction of your desk says a lot about your method of productivity
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Once-Chic Color Combination Will Almost Always Make Your Kitchen Look Dated Now, Say DesignersThe wrong color pairing can instantly make your kitchen look like a 2015 throwback; this is the one the experts warn against
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Back Height of Your Sofa Really, Really Matters — For Ergonomics, Yes, but Also in How 'Old' Your Living Room LooksThink it's time to invest in a new sofa? Choosing the perfect profile is key for a contemporary look — some of our favorite designers explain why
By Hayley Spencer Published
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This Is the Rug-to-Coffee Table Ratio You'll Always Subconsciously Notice in the Most Expensive-Looking HomesDesigners agree that the size of your rug and coffee table is essential to a well-designed space
By Emily Moorman Published
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Are You Actually a Minimalist, or Just Overwhelmed? 3 Layout Tweaks Designers Use to Calm a Chaotic KitchenA calm kitchen doesn’t have to be minimalist; it needs a layout that works — here's how
By Debbie Black Published
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Shizen (自然) Is the Japanese Concept of Materials That Tell a Story — Here's Why It's Important to Consider 'Where the Body Meets the Building'Literally translating to 'nature', this term speaks to the ambiance you construct within your living spaces
By Amiya Baratan Published
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If You're an Autumn Person, Designers Say You Should Choose One of These 5 Colors for Your KitchenBring seasonal warmth to your home all year round with these gorgeous autumn-inspired kitchen colors
By Maya Glantz Published
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Should Your Bed Face the Door? What I Learned From a Feng Shui Master About Bedroom LayoutsThis might be the most talked-about Feng Shui red flag, and if your home is guilty of it, here's how to fix it ASAP
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Scheme Just Always Looks Good — 6 Green-and-Brass Bathrooms That Feel Timeless, Luxurious, and Right for NowGreen-and-brass bathrooms are set to stay — here’s why this classic duo will always feel luxe and never go out of style, according to designers
By Lara Sargent Published
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5 Problems With Designing Your Home Entirely Around 'Calm' — And What Experts Do Instead so a Space Doesn't End Up Boring or ImpersonalIt's not about negating a relaxing atmosphere altogether, but rather curating an ambiance with dimension
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Kitchen Maintenance Jobs That People Always Overlook, and Keep Your Investment Looking Its Best for LongerThese small kitchen maintenance jobs can make a huge difference to your space
By Portia Carroll Published
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5 Minor Home Renovations That Will Make Your House Feel More ‘Quietly Luxurious'The subtle signs of sophistication to incorporate into a refurb, large or small
By Jacky Parker Published
