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Not Citronella, Not Thyme — This Inexpensive Supermarket Herb Is an Attractive, Natural Pest Repellent That Makes Your Garden Look Like Italian SummerBasil not only repels mosquitoes, but it also makes for a great cocktail garnish and salad ingredient, too — that's an al fresco dining triple threat right there
By Debbie Black Published
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Forget 'Basic' Pizza Nights — 6 Tips for Hosting the Ultimate Cook-Your-Own-Pizza Party Outdoors This Summer, According to ExpertsFrom having the right tools to setting the scene, experts share how to host the ultimate pizza party outdoors
By Debbie Black Published
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A Gazebo or a Pergola? Here's How to Decide Which Kind of Outdoor Structure Is Actually Best for Your GardenLandscape designers on the considerations that will determine which of these structures to choose
By Jacky Parker Published
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It's the Kind of Japanese Bathtub People Who Are Into Wellness All Want — But There's Something You Need to Know About the Ritual of OfuroLess about cleansing, this ritual is crafted around an after-shower soak that soothes your mind and body
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The Final Trick to Help Your Houseplants Stop Drooping During a Heatwave? An Aspirin — Here's Why Some Plant Doctors Say It'll HelpBut before you medicate your indoor garden, here's when mixing aspirin into your plant's water actually works
By Amiya Baratan Published
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8 Ways Kitchen Designers Avoid Tricky Corner Cabinets in Their Design — And How They Make Up for Lost StorageDiscover the clever kitchen layouts and storage solutions the experts use to avoid the dreaded corner cabinet
By Lara Sargent Published
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Sorry, Linen, but Sleep Experts Actually Prefer These 4 Alternative Bedding Materials — Especially in Hot WeatherIf you're a hot sleeper dressing your bed for the summer, you need to know about these temperature-regulating textiles
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Sick Of Your Cramped Kitchen? Here's How to Make a Galley Kitchen Feel Less Like a CorridorA narrow kitchen doesn't have to be a disaster — our experts know exactly how to get the most out of a galley layout
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 Mistakes People Always Fall for When Trying to Make Their Homes Smell Good in Summer — And the Expert Tips to Avoid an Unimpressive-Smelling SpaceKnowing these common summer scenting faux pas will make your space smell light and fresh instead of overwhelming
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Self-Watering Systems for Houseplants That Experts Swear By — And No, None of Them Require an Ugly Plastic Bag or BottleI've chosen only the best-looking and most efficient slow-watering method to help your houseplants while you're on holiday
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Hot Sleeping Myths, Debunked by Experts — These Common Misconceptions Could Ruin How You Sleep This SummerIf you haven't had a comfortable night of slumber yet this season, you might want to see if you've been duped into believing one of these myths
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Flooring Trends to Avoid in 2026 If You Want Every Room of Your Home to Age With GraceFlooring is an investment, so avoid these six passé options if you want to prioritize enduring style
By Lilith Hudson Published
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10 Questions You Really Should Ask About Your Kitchen Redesign — But That Most People Never DoThe smartest kitchen redesigns aren’t defined by color palettes or statement lighting — they’re shaped by these all-important questions most homeowners never think to ask
By Portia Carroll Published
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5 Key Things I Just Learned About Nature-Led DesignOur latest Livingetc In Session seminar brought together the richest voices when it comes to nature-led in design
By Pip Rich Published
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What Your Nightstand Really Says About You — Here's How Your Bedside Styling Impacts Your Entire Day, According to a Habit Expert"The key principle is that every object on your nightstand should either help you wind down or help you wake up well. If it doesn't do either, it's just noise"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This Is Why Your Kitchen Always Looks Messy, According to Interior Designers — And How to Fix ItTurns out, your messy kitchen isn't your fault. At least, not entirely — the experts say these design mistakes are at least partially to blame
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Japanese Wellness Rituals to Adopt Into Your Routine for Mindful Living — And How to Design Them at HomeThese rejuvenating concepts are built on intentionally feeding your mind, body, and soul
By Amiya Baratan Published
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IKEA Is About to Retire a Cult-Favorite, so Here Are 6 MALM Alternatives That Serve the Same Purpose (but Look Even Better)Don't worry — these 6 IKEA MALM alternatives are bigger, better, and more beautiful to shop instead
By Harriet Curzon Published
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7 Scandinavian Design Rules That Almost No One Else Follows in Their Homes, but Really ShouldAn effortless sense of simplicity defines the Scandi aesthetic — but which of the region’s decorating principles really matter? Top interior designers share their view
By James Cunningham Published
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The Kitchen 'Working Triangle' Isn't Dead, You're Just Doing It Wrong — 5 Things You Need to FixIs it an outdated rule? Or do you just not know how to do it right? The experts seem to think the latter...
By Maya Glantz Published
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Sorry Gazebos, This 'Parasol Tree' Idea Is My New Favorite Way to Bring Shade and Privacy to a Garden — It Feels MagicalI've just discovered this clever way of training trees to create a canopy of cover for your outdoor space
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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3 Front Door Colors Designers Warn Could Be Making Your Home Look Seriously DatedWhether you want to make a statement or harmonize with nature, there are certain front door colors to use and to avoid
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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7 Small Room Details That Make Compact Spaces Feel More Polished— "They're Subtle Tricks That Feel Surprisingly High-End"Just because you have limited square footage doesn't mean you should sacrifice the sort of details that guarantee a luxe-looking room
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Dark vs Light Kitchens — How to Know Which One You'll Actually Enjoy Living WithFrom mood and maintenance to light levels and longevity — these are the key factors to consider before making your final choice
By Portia Carroll Published
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How to Make Your Home Smell Like Summer — 6 Ways to Set the Ambiance Without Making the Air Feel HeavyThese light scenting techniques and recommendations will help you channel the olfactory spirit of the season in style
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Soil Cover Ideas for Potted Houseplants That Will Help Them Thrive — And Which Ones Look BestNot only will it keep pests away and help your indoor garden retain moisture, but make your plants look good, too
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Genius 'Smart' Features Mattresses Have in 2026 — These Are the Ideas That Can Really Change the Way You SleepIf you're into sleep tech, you need to know about these innovations in the mattress and bed frame space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Hotel Room Trick Is the Idea to Steal If You've Got a Very Small BedroomLimited square footage in the bedroom? This popular hotel feature is the ultimate space-saver
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Where Should the TV Go in a Small Living Room? Designers Share 5 Ideas That Let You See Your Screen *and* Your Style ClearlyStuck on where to position your TV in a compact living room? These solutions prevent your screen from dominating your space
By Lilith Hudson Published
