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7 Disastrous Bathroom Layouts to Avoid — Including One Mistake Our Own Editor is Guilty of Making
While it's certainly important to make your bathroom a beautiful space to spend time in, it's even more crucial to make it one with a layout that functions
By Faaizah Shah Published
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9 Things People Who've Got Their Life Together (and an Uncluttered Entryway) Never Forget to Do
Want to know the secret to clutter-free and space-abundant entryways? These are the clever and easy tricks organized people follow
By Seraphina Kyprios Last updated
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5 Common Entryway Lighting Mistakes Designers Never Fail to Notice — I'll Always Avoid These Now
Good lighting in an entryway is about more than picking a pretty fixture. These are the pitfalls designers want you to watch out for
By Sarah Lyon Published
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Kitchen Produce Drawers Are the Clever Way to Keep Your Veggies Crisp and Countertops Clear These Holidays — Here's Why
Whether it's custom fit or simply repurposing a standard drawer, it's time to neatly tuck away your harvest ahead of the holiday season
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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"Seeing Red" Doesn't Have to Be a Bad Thing — Here's How Designers Are Decorating With Red in a Way That Still Feels Timeless
The 'Unexpected Red Theory' certainly put this fiery shade in the spotlight, but we're here to prove, when done right, it's here it stay
By Faaizah Shah Published
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These Are the Parts of a Couch — And the Reasons Why Knowing Them Matters When Sofa Shopping
The different elements of a sofa determine its style, comfort, and its durability. Use our glossary to discover them
By Sarah Warwick Published
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The Japanese Concept of Mottainai is the One Thing Your Fridge Needs for Maximum Organization — Here’s How it Works
If you find yourself throwing food out having forgotten containers in the corners of your fridge, then mottainai will be your new BFF
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Kitchen Countertop Materials Explained — From How They Look to Price Considerations
Before you splurge on this big element, take a look at the various options available, and choose the one that suits you the best
By Ruth Doherty Last updated
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Is Putting Carpet in Bedrooms Considered Passé These Days? This Interior Designer Called it "Dated and Suburban" — Let's Discuss
For some it's a standard design choice, but for others it conjures images of stained dorm room floors. So is it a good look still, or one that's got to go?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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10 Tips to Winterize a Home — How to Ensure Your Home is Ready for the Temperature Drop
Don't limit winterizing to your garden grows and patio blooms, practice the concept with your home too
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are Sofa Covers Machine Washable? How to Avoid Shrinkage, Fading — And When Never to Launder at Home
Adopting these clever expert-approved cleaning tips will make your sofa look brand new
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Winterize a Garden — 5 Important Tasks You Should Not Skip
Protect your garden with these tips to prepare you for the upcoming cold freeze, according to professionals
By Raluca Racasan Last updated
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20 Different Types of Sofas You Should Know Before You Go Shopping — Our Expert Guide
It's not as simple as choosing one you like. It's important to know what type of sofa you're looking for first
By Sarah Warwick Published
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We Know You Love to Keep it Cozy, But Opening Your Windows in Winter Is a Must — Here's Why
Experts say that a healthy home environment calls for fresh air, even in the depths of winter
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Perfume Will Be a Total Afterthought With These 7 Brilliant Tricks to Make Your Laundry Smell Glorious
Rid your clothes of that musty laundry scent with these clever fragrancing hacks
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The Experts Have Spoken — This Style of Fabric is the Most Low Maintenance of All Couch Materials
Busy lives require durable sofas. And if you shop this specific kind of upholstery, you'll be good for the long haul
By Brigid Kennedy Last updated
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Decorating With Orange Is Easier Than You Think — Here's How Designers Inject the "Energetic" Shade Into Their Schemes
From pops of juicy citrus to grounded earthy tones, orange is far more versatile than you likely realize. Here's how to introduce it into your décor
By Faaizah Shah Published
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How to Overwinter Geraniums — There are 6 Simple Steps You Should Take Before the Frost Begins
Prepare these gorgeous South African native flowers for the chilly weather that's due to hit your zone with these professional tips
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Broke the Biggest Rule When it Comes to Bathroom Renos, and Instantly Regretted It — Here's Why
I'm a design editor and I absolutely know better. Here's how interior designers (and you) can avoid making this fatal flaw in bathroom renovations
By Pip Rich Published
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7 Entryway Scenting Tricks That Will Have Your Friends Saying "Wow, It Smells Great in Here"
Learn how to make your home more inviting by getting the frarance right, as soon as they walk through the door
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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The Best Sofa Colors to Choose So You Don't End Up Hating Your New Couch in a Month
Avoid buyer's remorse by picking a color you’ll love both now and in the future. The best sofa color for you all depends on these things...
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Decorating with Brown Used to Feel Dated, But Those Days Are Over — Here's How Designers Recommend Using it
As a naturally-occurring hue, brown can be seamlessly worked into our spaces, but getting the shade, style, and scale right is essential
By Faaizah Shah Published
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The Kanban Method Could Be the Secret to Organizing Your Home and Your Life — Here's How to Use It
Transform your disorganized home into a clean and confident one with this time-honored Japanese principle
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Curved, L-Shape, Low-Slung — How and Why You Should Match Your Sofa to the Shape of Your Room
Selecting the perfect sofa for your space is about more than getting the right size. Here, experts share how to best match the style and shape to your room
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Bright, Beautiful and Full of Color — These are 7 Flowers You Should Plant in Pots in October
Don't let fall fool you into thinking blooms are a thing of the past. You can welcome them now and embrace them until the first frost or even spring
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Cold Nights and Cozy Drinks With a View — 8 Ways to Make Your Patio Look Expensive From Indoors
Improve your home's outlook with these clever ideas from designers
By Jacky Parker Published
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How to Keep Couch Cushions From Sliding — 4 Quick Tricks to Fix This Frustrating Problem
It's perhaps one of the most infuriating things when you're trying to relax at home. Here's some quick, easy, and affordable solutions
By Becca Cullum-Green Published
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Did You Know That You Should Also Winterize Your Pool? Here Are the 9 Tasks You'll Need to Do
Here's how you can protect your pool and prevent damage before freezing temperatures arrive
By Jacky Parker Published
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When Should I Bring Plants Inside? You Should Protect Your Plants Before the Frost Hits
As far as pre-winter preparatory gardening tasks go, this is one you won't want to miss
By Amiya Baratan Published