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How Much Would It Cost for Me to Install an Outdoor Kitchen? Ballpark Figures If You Want to Install One in Your Garden This Year
Take a look at how much you should budget for your dream outdoor kitchen, according to the experts
By Amy Reeves Published
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Kitchen Island vs Peninsula — Which Is Better and What Are Designers Choosing in 2025?
The experts debate whether you should choose an island or a peninsula, and they don't mean for your next holiday destination
By Maya Glantz Published
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8 Things You Should Thrift for Your Garden That Will Give Your Outdoor Space More Life and Soul
A handful of clever ideas for your outdoor space to inspire your next thrifting adventure
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Patio Mistakes You're Probably Making and What to Do to Avoid Them for a Flawless Outdoor Space
What good is stylish outdoor furniture if your foundations aren't up to scratch? For a patio that lasts, these are the mistakes to avoid.
By Maya Glantz Published
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So Long White; Goodbye Royal Blue — These Are The Sofa Colors Going Out of Style in 2025, and What To Replace Them With
Not all sofa colors are timeless — it's time we retire these five say interior design experts
By Devin Toolen Published
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Did You Know 'Summer Insomnia' Is a Thing? Here's What's Keeping You From Drifting Off, and How to Beat It
Leave the counting of sheep to cartoons and pick up these sleep expert-approved tips for the summer season instead
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Chalk Paint vs Milk Paint — What Are They? What's the Difference? Which is Best?
Tossing up between chalk paint and milk paint? This is what you need to know (hint: it's our definitive opinion)
By Sarah Warwick Published
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The Fork Decluttering Method Helped Me Hold Myself Accountable and Cull the Clutter That Was Piling Up at Home
If you're looking to pare back your home for summer, the fork decluttering method is worth a try. It's especially perfect for cluttered kitchens.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are Silk or Bamboo Pillowcases Better for Your Sleep, Skin, and Hair? We Ask the Experts for the Facts
Silk has a legacy; bamboo has celebrity endorsement. Both are lustrous and cooling — but which is actually worth sleeping on?
By Julia Demer Published
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The Very Best Lick Paint Colors That Designers Absolutely Love Using in Interiors
From colors inspired by cars spotted in Rome, to the most sought-after shade of red, these are the best Lick paint colors to style in your home
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Room? Experts Reveal the Details, Decisions, and Design Elements to Consider
Though it's considered the quickest way to make over a space, is it the cheapest? Well, that depends...
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Spoke to the Garden Designer Behind This 5-Star Stand at the Chelsea Flower Show and Here's What I Learned
Tips from a five-star landscape designer to bring home some of the magic on display at the show
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things That Will Make Your Loft Conversion Feel Dated — And What Designers Are Doing Instead
Loft conversions have come a long way, so don't be limited to the designs of yesteryear. These are the elements to avoid if you want your new room to feel modern
By Maya Glantz Published
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Are Islands Ruining Kitchens? We Asked Designers If This Once-Favorable Feature Has Lost Its Appeal
Islands have been a mainstay of kitchen design for decades, but have we moved on from this traditional layout? Here's what the experts have to say
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The Best Little Greene Paint Colors For Your Home, as Chosen by Interior Designers
If you’re planning on giving your home a face lift, these are the designer-approved colors to do it with
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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People Are Using Children's Hangers to Organize Their Own Closets for a Surprising Reason — It Makes Clothes Storage So Much More Aesthetic
The need of the hour in any small wardrobe or even just a cohesively aesthetic one is children's hangers. TikTok inspired me, and now it's my turn to introduce it to you
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Is Eco Paint? Plus Where to Buy This Environmental Alternative
Ditch the guilty conscience and go green; eco paint is the environmental alternative, promising a happier and healthier base for your interiors
By Olivia Wolfe Last updated
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15 'Hidden Kitchens' That Conceal the Action (and Mess), Making for More Streamlined Schemes
Now you see it, now you don’t. Playing hide and seek with the hardworking heart of your kitchen is the fastest way to dial the mood to relax
By Linda Clayton Published
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Here's Where to Buy Eco-Friendly Paint — 7 Brands Making Beautiful Colors That Don't Cost the Earth
Discover the paints made with a focus on better indoor air quality, a lighter planetary footprint, and fabulous shades and finishes
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to Update Stairs on a Budget — 5 Savvy Tricks That'll Transform These Elements Into Something Spectacular
Sick of the way your stairs are looking? Try out these ideas to revamp your staircase
By Amy Reeves Published
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7 Tips to Imbue the Scandi Philosophy of Miljövänlighet into Your Home — From Design to Decluttering and Beyond
Pronounced me-lyo-van-lig-yhet, this concept of environmental friendliness will make your home look beautiful and feel natural
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 ‘Luxury’ Kitchen Materials That Experts Would Never Recommend You Use (and What to Go for Instead)
It's time to look beyond the surface level, these luxurious materials aren't always as good as they may seem — these are the ones to avoid
By Maya Glantz Published
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Ever Wondered What Pillow Your Favorite Hotel Uses? Well, We Asked 3 London Institutions
From pillowcase type to material and color, three luxury hotels reveal their pillow secrets, so you can indulge in an expensive sleep, even post-holiday
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Tried the Floor Decluttering Method and It Changed the Way I View Clutter for Good
If you don't have the freedom of space to roam without tripping over clutter, this is the organizational process you need to try
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Where to Buy Outdoor Lighting — Sculptural Lamps, Sleek Sconces, and Pendants That Look Too Good to Be Outside
Light your backyard like an insider with this editor-approved guide to the best places to buy outdoor lighting in 2025 and beyond — including a few surprising names worth knowing
By Julia Demer Published
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How to Use Plants to Make Your Garden More Secure — They Can Make Surprisingly Good Deterrents, While Looking Good, too
Discover what plant species to choose and where to plant them for added security
By Jacky Parker Published
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5 Things Neighbors Can Complain About In Your Garden Design — And These Quibbles Could Have Legal Repercussions
From outbuildings to overgrown hedges, these are the landscaping features your neighbors might find fault with (and are within their rights to do so)
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Samsung Just Launched The Frame Pro TV — But What's Different From The Frame, and Is It Worth Upgrading?
There’s a new Frame in town, and it might finally get videophiles on board
By Alan Martin Published
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Every Small Home Needs an Organized 'Everything Closet' — Here’s Why
A catch-all closet for the random items in your home, even this versatile storage space hosts a set of rules to be governed by
By Amiya Baratan Published