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These Are the Best Farrow & Ball Blue Paint Colors for a Kitchen That Feels Timeless, Calming, and ElegantInterior designers share their top paint picks for a blue kitchen from the beloved paint brand
By Maya Glantz Published
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Designers Say the Best Gardens Give You 'Permission to Linger' — This Is How to Tweak Your Outdoor Space to Capture the FeelingDiscover the simple design tricks that make an outdoor space feel inviting, unhurried, and impossible to leave
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Where to Place a Fire Pit for Good Luck, According to Feng ShuiChanneling this element in the South is the most auspicious move, and here's why it matters
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Asked 8 Interior Designers — What Candle Are You Burning in Your Home Right Now?If you're wondering what's perfuming the best-designed homes, this is the cheat code of the moment
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Sorry to Say, but These 3 Kitchen Countertop Colors That Went Out of Style This Year, According to Professional Kitchen DesignersOverdone and outdated, these are the countertop colors the designers don't want to see in any modern kitchens this year
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Reasons Your Bathroom May Be Secretly Increasing Your Stress Levels — And Clever Solutions for a Calmer SpaceAccording to experts, these are the only things standing between you and the unwinding spa bathroom of your dreams
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Overstimulating Things You've Designed Into Your Bedroom by MistakeAt the end of the day, our bedrooms should be the most relaxing room in our home
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Things People With Gardens That Are Truly Relaxing Get Rid of Without a Second ThoughtIf you're curating a soothing ambiance outdoors, these things should be the first to go
By Amiya Baratan Published
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People Who Rearrange Their Furniture All the Time Tend to Also Do These 5 Things, According to PsychologistsAnd if all you've heard about this habit is less than positive, these attributes will spotlight the good side
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Design Tricks for Small Front Gardens That Make Them Feel Luxurious, In Spite of Their SizeA small front yard shouldn't stop your home from making a big first impression. These tips share exactly how to make the most of your yard
By Maya Glantz Published
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The 5 Features the Most Expensive-Looking Sofas All Have in 2026 — From Material and Color to Enriching Design DetailsLooking to upgrade your seating arrangement? Discover expert-backed tips on how to make sure your sofa is so much more than just a comfy space to sit
By Becks Shepherd Published
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5 Reasons You Should Choose Big Plants for a Small Garden — It's the Modern Trick Landscape Designers Use That Actually Makes Outdoor Spaces Feel LargerWhy oversized planting can make even the tiniest garden feel more generous, immersive, and beautifully designed
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Stop Lighting the Middle of a Room — This Alternative Rule for Lighting 'Edges' Makes Any Space Feel More ExpensiveThe lighting experts let us in on the one trick they always use when they want to make a room look more layered and luxurious
By Maya Glantz Published
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Facing a Hosepipe Ban? Here's How Landscape Designers Are Tackling Summer Water ShortagesTake the pros' advice when it comes to saving water, protecting plants, and keeping outdoor spaces looking beautiful during a hosepipe ban
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Kitchen Upstands Feel a Little Dated in 2026, and You Really Don't Need Them — Consider These 4 Modern Alternatives InsteadIt's time to shake off the notion that all kitchens need upstands to look 'polished'. These days, designers are turning to more eye-catching, design-led options
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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Should a Rug Go Under a Dining Table? When You Should Avoid It, and the Scale Tricks to Know to Stop This Setup Feeling AwkwardIt's not always as simple as you may think, but when done well, a rug can have transformative power in this space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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If Your Espresso Tastes Bitter, Sour, or Weak, This Is What Your Machine Is Trying to Tell YouA good espresso about taking the time to learn your machine and master the art of coffee-making
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What's the Difference Between Japanese and Indian Incense? What You Might Have Overlooked When Fragrancing Your HomeDepending on whether you're after a scenting ritual ruled by refined subtlety or enveloping richness, there's a clear choice for each mood
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Japanese Lessons in Kitchen Knife Storage That Make So Much Sense to FollowI asked an executive head chef at some of London's finest omakase spots for his best tips to keep your collection in top shape and safe to say he delivered
By Amiya Baratan Published
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3 Things Making Your Living Room Feel Stressful, According to Interior DesignersPlus, some advice on how to ditch the strain and welcome a sense of comfort
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Spots to Position Spotlights in Your Garden That Will Instantly Elevate Your Lighting SchemeUnleash the power of the humble garden spotlight with our expert positioning tips
By Maya Glantz Published
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The 5 Best Fragrances to Introduce Into a Bedroom — Scents to Choose That Are Calming, Grounding, and Sleep-InducingThe right fragrance notes can transform your bedroom into a restful oasis you won't want to leave
By Amiya Baratan Published
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3 Decor Objects Interior Designers Say Are Dating Your Shelves, Coffee Table, and Mantel"The spaces that stay with you aren't filled with things. They're filled with pieces that have presence"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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People Who Make Their Bed Every Morning Tend to Have These 5 Other Type-A Home Habits, According to Design PsychologyHaving control over your living spaces means making these simple tasks a part of your daily routine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The One Overlooked Bedroom Feature That's Making It Harder to Switch Off, According to DesignersSpoiler alert: It's your tech, and it's got to go... So, here's why designers recommend removing it from your sleep space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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'Ryo Wo Toru' Is the Japanese Philosophy All About Capturing Coolness at Home — Here Are 4 Tips to Harness This SummerFrom wind chimes and bamboo screens to minty fragrances and water sprinkling, these tricks will come in handy in the heat
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Little Flower Tells You When It's Time to Open Up Your Windows and Refresh Indoor Air By Drooping Its Petals — And It Comes in 5 Stylish ColorsIf your home's top priority is wellness, this innovative blooming decor is the answer to a healthier interior environment
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are We Planting for the Wrong Climate? How UK Designers Are Reimagining Traditional British Gardens for 30°C SummersUK designers are rethinking what a future-proof British garden should look like.
By Matilda Bourne Published
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Large vs Small Tiles — Which Are Actually Best for a Small Kitchen? Experts Share the Impact of Each so You Can Choose WiselyThe size of tile you choose will have a big impact on your space — here, experts explain the pros and cons of going bigger or smaller
By Maya Glantz Published
