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7 'Unkillable' Plants to Create a Beautiful But Low-Maintenance Patio Container Garden
You don't need to spend too much time checking in on your patio with these hardy outdoor plants dressing up your patio
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5 Curtain Colors Designers Say Are Officially Out of Style in 2025 Projects, and What They're Replacing Them With
The color of your curtains makes a big impact on the overall design of your space, so steer clear of these five dated colors
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These Are the Benefits of Morning Sunlight on Your Body — and How to Design Your Garden for Optimal Exposure
It's no secret that morning sunlight is good for you, but have you ever considered designing your garden around this idea?
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6 Types of Orchids to Grow as Houseplants — Number 4 is My Favorite for a Pretty, Floral Flourish
According to the experts, these are the best varieties of this pretty flower for an elegant, flowering indoor garden
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Your Questions, Answered by an Interior Designer — Two Tone Cabinets, Hallway Colors, and the Perfect Pink Paint
Ellen Cumber, co-founder of Golden Design, is known for her spirited schemes and uplifting use of color. So we posed her the questions you ask us most
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Everyone's Obsessed With Rechargeable Lamps — But This Designer Warns They Might Be Ruining Your Lighting Scheme
With their short battery life, inconsistent light output, and constant need for charge, rechargeable lamps can be more of a hassle than a convenience
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I Tried This Trick to Keep Breezy Curtains in Place When the Weather's Hot
Summer weather and no AC bring on a whole onslaught of new problems, but don't let your curtain placement be one of them — try this simple and affordable hack
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Still Fighting an Overstuffed Wardrobe? This Reverse Hanger Decluttering Trick Might Be the Answer to Your Problems
A clever way to come to terms with the items in your closet you actually reach for and the garments that always get left behind
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5 Tricks Landscape Designers in London Know to Use to Make Urban Gardens Feel Cooler
Cities suffer from the 'urban heat island' effect, so you need to make landscaping decisions that can help lessen the effects of the hottest weather
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5 Spots in Your Garden That Should Definitely Be in the Shade During Hot Weather
Protect yourself and your garden by adding shade to these areas
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5 Common Decking Mistakes Landscapers Say You’re Probably Making — And How to Fix Them
Decking can make a beautiful addition to your outdoor space, but only if it's laid, maintained, and designed properly
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Birth Month Colors by Gemstones — The Hue You Should Paint, Decorate, or Accessorize with for a Personal Touch
I just discovered that my birth month color is sapphire blue, and now's your chance to explore your own
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5 Mistakes You're Making When Trying to Sleep in the Heat — And What to Do Instead
Getting a good night’s sleep during a heatwave can be tricky, but there are things you can do to prepare to make it a little easier
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More Bedding Layers in Hot Weather? It May Be Extra, But in a Heatwave This Bed Styling Trick Can Be a Cooling Saviour
The struggle of keeping a top sheet tucked in is real, but experts share that it may be a struggle worth enduring, especially during the summer heat
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6 Rules for Staircases in Feng Shui You Should Know About for Better Chi in Your Home
Where this ancient Chinese philosophy, this stepped design feature, can either elevate or knock down the energy in your home
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This Common Landscaping Feature Can Actually Help Your Garden Feel Cooler in Hot Weather — Here’s How
A little bit of science you need to know as to how a water feature can ease high temperatures in your outdoor space
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This One Unexpected Piece of Decor Is Absorbing Heat and Making Your Home Feel Even Hotter in Warm Weather
If you’re struggling to cool down your home, maybe take a look underfoot
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What Comes First, the Sofa or the Rug? Designers Say the Decision Can Make or Break a Space, but the Answer Changes With the Room
Are you looking for an accent piece or a grounding neutral? Design experts say that knowing your room can help when starting from a blank slate
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This Couple Performed a 'Wabi-Sabi' Ritual When They Moved Into Their New Home — By Purposefully Denting Their Ceiling
This sweet housewarming custom will have you reaching for the champagne, and reframing what it means to live in a house
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Can't Sleep in the Heat? 10 Things to Try Tonight That'll Help You Stay Cooler at Night
The temperature can be one of the main reasons you may struggle to sleep in the warmer months. Here’s what you need to do to combat this during a heatwave
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Bored of Neutrals? Here's Why (and How) You Should Be Decorating with Olive Green
Neither loud nor plain, olive green has an understated presence that makes it both unerringly timeless and coolly composed
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Your Blackout Blinds and Curtains Might Actually Be Making Your Bedroom Hotter — Here’s What You Should Have Chosen for Your Windows instead
Try these window treatments to cool down your bedroom for a better night’s sleep, say the experts
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7 Outdoor Hosting Mistakes to Avoid, and What to Do Instead for a Successful Summer Soirée
Having a garden get-together? These are the hosting missteps to be mindful of if you want to guarantee your guests' enjoyment
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Shower Vs Bath Water Usage — What to Know, and How Modern Designs Can Make a Difference
Keen to save water and money? Your daily bathroom habits are key
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7 Houseplants You Should Have in Your Home If You Love the Scandi-Inspired Look
If you're looking to complement Scandinavian style decor, these are the houseplants biophilic designers and plant experts would pick
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You Hung the Art — Now Light It Like a Curator Would (Here's How)
Even the best piece falls flat in bad lighting. Here’s how to light art like you actually know what you're doing
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9 Staircase Regulations You Need to Keep in Mind for Homes in the UK
From height and pitch to handrails and headroom, here are all the building regulations you need to know to ensure your stairs are safe and accessible
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How Does Lighting Affect What Your Paint Colors Look Like? Here's What You Need to Know to Strip Out the Guesswork
Understanding undertones and sampling with paint swatches is the easiest way to work out exactly how a paint will look in your space
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8 Types of Shower Heads — Just Design, or Do They Actually Make a Difference to How You Shower?
Shower heads come with all kinds of bells and whistles these days — but do all these new technologies and design flourishes add to the experience? We asked the experts for their advice
