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I Never Thought I'd Say That Purple Sofas Are Trending, but This Color Is Undeniably Having a Big Moment
According to Google Trends, the search for 'purple sofas' grew by 5,000% in August, but it's these designer schemes that have really convinced me on them
By Emma Breislin Published
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The Extended Headboard Is Your Shortcut to Boutique Hotel-Level Luxury — These 5 Designers Show You How It's Done
In a bedroom, comfort and materiality are key to creating a calm haven – and as these designers prove, an XXL, sculptural headboard can help set the tone
By Roddy Clarke Published
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This Paint Brand's 'Color Edit' for 2026 Is Giving Me Unexpected Inspirations for Color Pairings for My Next Decorating Project
Lick is proving the colors you've known since elementary school are just as fashionable in today's interiors
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What to Expect at Focus/25 as the Design World Converges on London
Setting the agenda for the season ahead, Focus/25 at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, is an event not to be missed on the design calendar
By Debbie Black Published
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"I'm Not Sure I'd Choose Them Again" — Should I Get Sink Draining Grooves Cut Into My Countertop? The Pros and Cons, Explored
It's time to get groovy... or is it? The experts break down whether you really need these drainage lines on your kitchen counter and why
By Maya Glantz Published
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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference
I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops
By Maya Glantz Published
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'Dirty Neutrals' Might Sound Grubby, but They're the Decorating Trend That Gives Your Lackluster Scheme More of an Atmosphere
Plain beiges and flat grays are getting a much-needed upgrade — these are the murkied, muddied shades to decorate with now
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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24 Walk-In Shower Ideas That Will Drench Your Space in Luxury
From stylish shower curtains to nifty niches, these walk-in shower ideas are dripping with style
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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From Arches to Orbs, Circles Are the Most Important Shape in Modern Interiors — Here's Why, and How to Decorate With Them Now
How and why do circles and circular shapes influence a design? I asked the experts to break it down
By Debbie Black Published
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Forget Flat Veneer Cabinets — Sawn Timber Kitchens Are the 'Unpolished' Material Trend That Makes Your Space Feel More Soulful
For a kitchen full of character and individual charm, you can't beat sawn timber. Here's your guide to the material
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Subtle Detail I'm Seeing Weave Its Way Through All the Hottest Homeware Releases Right Now
From woven bathroom tiles to leather laundry baskets and chunky throws, the basket weave is returning with ravishing vengeance
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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These Clever 'Light Wells' Are the Trick to Make Your Bathroom Feel Bright and Filled With Natural Light, Even When There Are No Windows
Discover how artificial bathroom light boxes create the illusion of natural light while enhancing mood and design, even in smaller spaces
By Aditi Sharma Published
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Now, That's Genius — These 'In-Frame Effect' Cabinet Doors Give the Look of a Much More Expensive Kitchen
This cabinetry range tricks the eye, making standard kitchen doors look more custom thanks to a clever design detail
By Faiza Saqib Published
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5 Sustainability Mistakes You're Probably Making in Your Bathroom That Are Undermining Your Eco-Conscious Efforts
We all want to do our bit for the planet, but designers say these common mistakes are making your bathroom less environmentally friendly
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Oh, To Be a Child Again — These 10 Homes Prove That Kids' Rooms Can Be Just As Stylish As the Rest of the Home
Looking for children's room ideas? Take inspiration from these interiors that showcase creative design that is both playful and personal
By Debbie Black Published
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Such a Bright Idea — This DIYer Turned Budget IKEA Lampshades Into a Japandi-Style, Designer-Look Pendant in Less Than an Hour
This simple DIY takes no time at all to make and results in a beautiful Japanese-style pendant that brightens boring corners
By Lilith Hudson Published
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I Thought the Tiled Countertop Trend Might Be a Flash in the Pan — But Designers Are Still Using This Finish in New and Exciting Ways Now
Playful, stylish, and chic, the new take on countertop tiling takes the idea to the next level. Here are the trends in surface tiling that are inspiring kitchen design today
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Difference Will Painting My Room White vs Off-White Actually Make? A Warning Against 'Sterile'-Looking Neutrals
One's warm and layered, and the other is a crisp, dependable neutral; here's how to use each in your interior
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The Zeitgeist Edit — What's Defining Design and Culture in September
From a must-visit exhibition to where I'm buying my wine right now, here's what's on my hotlist for the coming month
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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I'll Say It, White Countertops Aren't Exciting — 6 Kitchens That'll Convince You a Bolder Counter Color Is the One Thing to Elevate Your Design
From bold greens to rich burgundies, and more, discover the counter tones redefining kitchens with style, depth, and timeless character
By Aditi Sharma Published
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These 7 Sustainable Bathroom Trends Are the Way to Make Green Living Actually Look Chic
These clever innovations are leading the way towards a more sustainable bathroom, while also being bold and exciting design ideas, too
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Are the Most Eco-Friendly Kitchen Countertops? 6 Sustainable Surfaces For a Greener Kitchen
From recycled glass to compressed paper, discover five eco-friendly countertop materials you’ll love for decades
By Lara Sargent Published
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Why the Revival of 90s 'Honey Oak' Might Be the Most Comforting Design Trend of 2025 so Far
This once-dated wood stain is officially back, and designers are giving this warm material a modern twist
By Emily Moorman Published
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The 'New Neutrals' Designers Are Choosing for Their 2026 Schemes — 4 Stylish Shades to Use Instead of White, Gray, and Beige
Here are the most on-trend 'neutral' colors that you need to know about for the year ahead
By Emily Moorman Published
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I Decided to Break This Golden Kitchen Design Rule... Now My Space Works So Much Better
This triangular kitchen proves that perhaps sometimes, rules are there to be broken
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Laundry Room Might Be the Perfect Layout for a Busy Family Home — and It's All Down to This Hidden Feature
Pull-out drying racks keep this room stylish and functional, and I've just found a version for less than £100 you can retrofit into your space
By Maya Glantz Published
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This "Tantilizingly Cozy" Living Room Scheme is Soft Yet Rich — Here's How Its Dreamlike Organic Colors Work
Our resident color expert explains how the almost-natural hues of this space enhance its balmy feel
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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5 Unexpected Exterior Wall Colors That Will Bring a Dull Garden to Life — And Extend the Feeling of Summer a Little Longer
When it comes to giving your exterior walls a lick of paint, bold is the new black
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Identified My Home's 'Confidence Zones' — Now I've Found the Perfect Place for My Most Out-There Decorating Ideas
Pick one of these three spaces and let your imagination run wild
By Olivia Wolfe Published