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They Aren't Just Outdated, They're Also Impractical — 5 Kitchen Floor Colors Experts Say You Need to Avoid, and What to Choose InsteadDon't underestimate the power of good kitchen flooring — the right color can bring your room to life, and the wrong one can completely kill it
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Bed Size, From Single to Super King, so You Can Find the Perfect Fit for Your SpaceNot sure which bed size to choose? We asked experts how to select the perfect proportions for your sleep space
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Which Bathroom Tiles Will Make Your Scheme Look More Expensive? How to Choose the Right Ones Without Necessarily Spending MoreFrom classic colors to installation hacks, these 5 expert tips will make your bathroom tiles look bougie, even on a budget
By Lara Sargent Published
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This Tiny Detail Can Make Your Kitchen Feel "Awkward, Uncomfortable, and Slightly Off" — And It's All to Do With Your Choice of HandlesNot color or style; this often-overlooked detail is the most common mistake homeowners make when choosing kitchen hardware
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Japanese Scenting Hack Will Trick Your Home Into Feeling Cooler — And There's One Crucial Fragrance That Makes it WorkThe secret? Using Japanese mint oil as summer aromatherapy to create a sense of 'coolness'
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Outdated Kitchen Backsplash Trends Designers Just Aren't Choosing for 2026 — And What They're Picking InsteadHere are the backsplash designs making your kitchen look seriously dated, say the experts, and the five fixes that will elevate your space for years to come
By Lara Sargent Published
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5 Places You Should Never, Ever Put a Water Feature in Your Garden — And How to Choose the Best SpotFind the sweet spot for your water feature according to landscape designers
By Jacky Parker Published
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6 Tricks for Keeping Your Indoor Plants Alive and Looking Well During a Heatwave, According to a Horticulture ExpertThere is nothing expensive-looking about a sad, droopy plant
By Annalise Smith Published
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A Designer Shares Everything You Need to Know About Outdoor Sconce Lights — The Most Stylish Buys, Plus Where to Place ThemIf your garden doesn't have outdoor sconces, you're not getting the most from its lighting scheme
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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If You're Designing a 'Coffee Nook' Into Your Home, These Are 6 Things It Absolutely Has to HaveA morning caffeine station should be stylized, yet streamlined
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How Different Colors Change How Your Garden Feels, According to Color Psychology — From Party Zones to Restorative SpacesNowhere does color come alive as much as in the garden, from seasonal shifts to changing light — explore how different hues affect how you experience your outdoor space, so you know what to choose for yours
By Karen Haller Published
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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
