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Your Blackout Blinds and Curtains Might Actually Be Making Your Bedroom Hotter — Here’s What You Should Have Chosen for Your Windows instead
Try these window treatments to cool down your bedroom for a better night’s sleep, say the experts
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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7 Outdoor Hosting Mistakes to Avoid, and What to Do Instead for a Successful Summer Soirée
Having a garden get-together? These are the hosting missteps to be mindful of if you want to guarantee your guests' enjoyment
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Shower Vs Bath Water Usage — What to Know, and How Modern Designs Can Make a Difference
Keen to save water and money? Your daily bathroom habits are key
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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7 Houseplants You Should Have in Your Home If You Love the Scandi-Inspired Look
If you're looking to complement Scandinavian style decor, these are the houseplants biophilic designers and plant experts would pick
By Amiya Baratan Published
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You Hung the Art — Now Light It Like a Curator Would (Here's How)
Even the best piece falls flat in bad lighting. Here’s how to light art like you actually know what you're doing
By Julia Demer Published
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Should a Kitchen Island Be Centered? "There Is No One-Size-Fits All" Solution, Say the Experts
When it comes to the position of your kitchen island, centering might seem the best option, but it's not always ideal
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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9 Staircase Regulations You Need to Keep in Mind for Homes in the UK
From height and pitch to handrails and headroom, here are all the building regulations you need to know to ensure your stairs are safe and accessible
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How Does Lighting Affect What Your Paint Colors Look Like? Here's What You Need to Know to Strip Out the Guesswork
Understanding undertones and sampling with paint swatches is the easiest way to work out exactly how a paint will look in your space
By Tash Bradley Published
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10 Creative Ideas for Your Staircase's Flooring — Because Carpet Runners Aren't the Only Option
Make every step count with these bold, beautiful, and clever stair flooring ideas to try right now
By Linda Clayton Published
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8 Types of Shower Heads — Just Design, or Do They Actually Make a Difference to How You Shower?
Shower heads come with all kinds of bells and whistles these days — but do all these new technologies and design flourishes add to the experience? We asked the experts for their advice
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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I Asked Designers What Rug Colors They Don't Want to See Anymore in 2025 (and What They'd Style Instead)
Your space deserves more than a stale gray rug or a dated geometric pattern that drags down the whole room
By Devin Toolen Published
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The 'Last Step' Trend Is the Way to Use Luxury Materials to Elevate Your Home's Design, Without Totally Blowing the Budget
This surprising style has been popping up all over our feeds, and each staircase is another step closer to design perfection.
By Maya Glantz Published
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10 Outdated Kitchen Island Trends to Avoid in 2025 Remodels — And What Designers Are Doing Instead
Planning a kitchen renovation? Here are a few outdated styles of island that the experts are giving a miss in their schemes right now
By Lara Sargent Published
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How to Reset Your Home for Summer — 8 Tasks for the Next Month to Bring Calm Back to Your Rooms
Get your home back in neutral gear ahead of the busy summer months with this easy checklist of what to prep ahead of the holidays
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Should You Include a Wine Fridge in Your Kitchen? Experts Are Divided On Whether This 'Valuable' Feature Is Really Worth It
A suave and sophisticated kitchen feature, or peripheral and passé? We explore whether or not a wine fridge deserves a place in your kitchen plans
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The Best Colors for West-Facing Rooms That Will Help You Make the Most of That Warm Evening Light
Designers share five of the best shades (including specific paint colors) to decorate with in west-facing rooms
By Emily Moorman Published
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The 20mm or 30mm Debate — Which of These Common Worktop Thicknesses Looks Better in a Modern Kitchen?
It's incredible to think how one centimeter can change the entire feel of your space — but these design experts say it absolutely can
By Kelly Hushin Published
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How to Plan An Outdoor Kitchen — 5 Things to Do to Nail Down Effortless Entertaining
From location and layout, to budgets and design details, bring your outdoor kitchen to life with this expert advice
By Jacky Parker Published
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I'm Following This Interior Designer's Method for Growing Supermarket Basil Into Giant Plants — They Look Incredible in Her Kitchen
When it comes to getting basil plants to grow big and bushy, it's all about hydrating it the right way
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Thought I'd Seen Every Kind of Marble Island as a Kitchens Editor, But Number 9 on This List Is a New (and New Favorite) Idea
Cool, classic, and dripping in drama — marble is still the ultimate way to give your kitchen island a Roman Empire–grade glow-up
By Linda Clayton Published
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How Much Will It Cost to Landscape My Garden This Year? Advice on Budget, Design Details, and the Factors to Consider
Here's everything you need to know about budgeting before you plan to landscape your garden in 2025
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Lessons in How to Hang Scarves Aesthetically From Closet Organizers That Will Make Your Wardrobe Feel So Much More Elevated
These clever tips will keep your scarves in shape for the perfect finishing touch to your summer outfits
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, What Actually Is a 'Digital Shower System'? The Pros and Cons of Tech-Enhanced Showering, Explained
Is this the shower of the future? Or just another way to waste your money? The experts are here to let you know
By Maya Glantz Published
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Banister vs Balustrade vs Railing — The Experts Guide to Understanding Stairs Lingo
The experts explain the differences between all the options, so you can make sure you're taking the right steps for your home.
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Are the Best Paint Colors for East-Facing Rooms? Choose These to Balance the Morning Sun and Afternoon Light, Just Right
Color experts share the five shades you need to know when painting east-facing rooms
By Emily Moorman Published
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What to Declutter for Summer — 7 Areas That Need Your Attention Now
These seasonal decluttering tasks will help restore freshness to your home as you head into the summer season
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Is How Londoners Store Their Bikes in Front Gardens, Without Them Being Stolen or It Looking Cluttered
For design-loving city dwellers, their mode of transport can't come at the cost of their home's good looks. This might just be the solution for a beautiful front garden that packs in storage, too
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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How Much Extra Will a Kitchen Island Cost Your Remodel? Starting Prices and the Factors That Stretch the Budget
Budget for the centerpiece of your kitchen with advice from kitchen design experts on size, style, materials, and appliances
By Amy Reeves Published
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5 Mistakes Interior Designers Always Notice in Showers — And What They Recommend That Their Clients Do Instead
Our experts share all the most common slip-ups to avoid for a perfect shower design, as well as their tips for what to do instead
By Maya Glantz Published