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I Bought IKEA's Tiny Island for My Small Kitchen — And Hacked It in This Clever Way to Make It Look Expensive and CustomI had buyer's remorse after not adding an island to my small kitchen, but with a little DIY, I made this one from IKEA look like it always belonged here
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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This Boston Condo in an 1865 Brownstone Is a Subtle Love Affair With Teal — Designed for Comfort, It's "Relaxed Sophistication" at Its FinestWith quiet pops of color, every corner of this renovated historic property invites you to relax
By Debbie Black Published
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'Downsized' Restaurants, Friendship Bracelets, and Croissant-Footed Chairs — 6 Design Moments for March From the Editor's DeskFrom the advent of the tiny restaurant to finding a sofa with neck support that actually looks good, these are the things inspiring our editor this month
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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A Good 'Perch' Is the Secret to Outdoor Spaces That Keep the Party Going — 'Bar Tables' Are the Underrated Furniture Style for Social Outdoor SpacesStep up your hosting game with our bar-inspired edit of outdoor furniture for chic 'al fresco' gatherings that linger into the night
By Gilda Bruno Published
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My Pantry Reset Era Starts Here — I Found This Sleek Rice Dispenser That's Painfully Chic, Great for Portion Control, and Can Be Used for Lots of Other Cooking StaplesRather than having to reach into a sealed bag of rice, this storage feature makes for easy measuring every single time
By Amiya Baratan Published
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"There's Something Deeply Emotional About Fabric" — Textile Designer Mia Sylvia on How a Theatrical Drape Transforms the Atmosphere of a Room"After years of minimalism and digital overload, there's a desire for spaces that feel immersive," the creative explains, and drapery might hold the secret to a house that feels as comforting as inspiring
By Gilda Bruno Published
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12 Things You'll Find in Japanese Homes That Just Make So Much SenseThese are some practical and beautiful items that will make your home move better and feel calmer
By Amiya Baratan Published
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It's the Best Way to Dress Up a Living Room With a Boring Sofa — These Patterned Ottomans Bring Confidence, Color, and CreativityIf you're looking for a piece to elevate your living room from drab to fabulous, then you may just be missing a bit of fabric and a fashionable print
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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IKEA Came Out With This Smart Water Leak Sensor, so I Bought Some to Test — They're Discreet, Budget-Friendly, and So Good for Peace of MindI've had problems with bathroom pipes, sinks, washing machines, and radiators in my time as a homeowner, so this is something I've been desperate for in my smart home
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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How Did I Not Know This? An Induction Hob Adapter Plate Is the Clever Buy That Will Help Make Normal Pans and Moka Pots Induction-CompatibleI thought my induction hob had destroyed my morning Moka pot coffee ritual, but this genius adaptor plate has solved my problems
By Maya Glantz Published
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No Wires, No Electrician Needed — 12 Rechargeable Wall Sconces and Lamps That Look Really, Really Expensive (but Won't Break the Bank)There are options for your tables and floors, but have you ever considered how wireless lighting could transform your walls?
By Olivia Emily Published
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I've Fallen in Love With a Few Design-y Coffee Pod Machines Over the Last Few Months — But It's Meant Finding the Right Pods to Use Them WithCoffee pod machines may bring convenience to your morning routine, but flavor is still important
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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A Kaleidoscope of Color, Texture, and Pattern, Africa's First "Designer Suite" Just Called It: Minimalism Is Dead — Long Live Boldly Eclectic InteriorsInspired by the multifacetedness of South African craftsmanship, the Thebe Magugu Suite has landed at Cape Town's Mount Nelson resort alongside shop-cum-gallery Magugu House
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Disco, Occasionally — How Finding Two Glitter Balls Inspired My Love Affair With Disco Era of InteriorsHarry Styles is heralding the return of big disco energy with his album release. This is how we’ll be decorating, accordingly
By David Lawson Published
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These Are the Home Decor Brands I Always Scour First Online, as Someone Who Shops for a Living — And Who Does What, WellSometimes it's not what you know, but *where* you know
By Emma Breislin Published
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This Chic New Rattan Scallop Coffee Table I Found on Next Is Hiding a Big Secret (Psst: It's Heaps of Storage)But it certainly doesn't look like most storage coffee tables
By Olivia Emily Published
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In 'Love Story', Calvin Klein's HQ Captures the Moody-Industrial Minimalism That's So In Now — Here's How to Make Your Home Look As Functional, Characterful, and TimelessBecause JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's "effortful effortless" elegance isn't the only thing to be back in vogue since the FX series took off
By Gilda Bruno Published
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I'd Always Thought of Rowen & Wren as Quite 'Classic', but Its New Season Collection Hits on My Favorite Trends for SpringIt's heritage meets contemporary style, packaged up in pretty dinner plates and striped seat cushions
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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3 of the Most Stylish London Restaurants to Break Your Fast In — A Design Lover's Ultimate Iftar EditBecause there is still a while to go to the end of Ramadan, and knowing where to head for a feast is a must
By Abla Fahmi Published
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IKEA's 3-in-1 Privacy Screen Is a Small Garden Savior — With Storage That Becomes an Extra Seat, It Maximizes Space While Blocking Nosy Neighbors in StyleThis versatile garden divider is ideal for any type of outdoor space, from balconies and terraces to larger backyards for clever zoning and privacy
By Debbie Black Published
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This Bathroom Renovation Turned 'Dated' Into Modern Luxury in This Mid-Century Family Home in LA — It's a "Natural Extension of Both the Home and the Outdoors"With a conservatory-style shower and his-and-hers vanities, this bathroom is a masterclass in California-cool style
By Maya Glantz Published
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I Found the Very Best-Reviewed Blackout Curtains From Almost Every Shop on the High Street — These Are the Ones to Buy for Your Bedroom This SpringI'm shopping for peak form and function, spring styles, and affordability — here's what I found
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Habitat's Best-Selling £25 Garden Parasol Is Back in New Colors and Prints (but Probably Not for Long, It Sold Out Last Year)It's our pick of the parasols this summer, and even though sunshine might seem far off, it's worth planning ahead
By Nicky Rampley-Clarke Published
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This Edwardian Villa in North London Nails 'Quiet Confidence' — "Where Understated Design Choices Are Lifted by Moments of Bold Expression"Bold designs and a pared-back palette came together for a forever home that’ll easily evolve as its family grows
By Mary Weaver Published
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A Hidden Gem! This Designer-Look Side Table, That's Actually Also a Chess Board and Storage, Is From a Store You Might Never ExpectWith 'analogue' rooms on the rise, games are becoming ever-so grown up, and this take is the perfect example
By Olivia Emily Published
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Okay, Dunelm's Expensive-Looking Orb Coffee Table Made Me Double-Take — For Real Marble, the Price Is UnbeatableIt looks way more pricey than it actually is. I'm predicting this to be an instant sell-out, so move quickly
By Emma Breislin Published
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Once You Walk Through the Doors of This Dallas Home, You'd Never Know It Was an 1980s Property — Its Design Feels So Rich and SoulfulBehind the traditional facade, this Dallas home reveals a surprisingly modern finish
By Maya Glantz Published
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I'm Convinced Everyone Should Have a 'Spring' and 'Winter' Jacket for Their Sofa — Here's How It WorksIt's the genius way to never, ever get bored with your sofa again
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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If I Could Redesign My Kitchen, I’d Go Mediterranean — And These Are the Pieces I’d Choose FirstThe exact decor pieces I’d buy to create a warm, sun-washed, Mediterranean-inspired kitchen — layered, relaxed, and built around beautiful everyday essentials
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published