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How Do You Make a Guest Bathroom Feel More 'Private'? It's About More Than Just Doors, Say These Interior Designers
Christmas is just around the corner, and your guests deserve a little privacy during their stay. Our experts share their top tips
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 of the Best Yellow Paint Colors, According to Designers, That Will Brighten Even the Gloomiest Days
It might not be the first color you think of, but that's because it can be tricky to know which paint to pick. This list answers that
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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Should You Buy Vintage Lighting? Experts Explain the Risks And Rewards of Adding These Antique Features to Your Home
Everyone loves vintage lighting, but is it really worth the cost, and does it make a smart long-term investment? Experts weigh in
By Aditi Sharma Published
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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Layered Neutrals, Accent Colors, and Patterned Headboards
This month, Suzy Hoodless steps in as your interiors agony aunt to answer the questions you ask us most
By Pip Rich Published
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Now's the Time to Get Your Home Prepared for Hosting, So Here's What to Organize in November
Tackle these six busy spaces in your home during autumn to have a smooth winter
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Layer Lighting — Designers Share The Secrets Behind Building a Dynamic Scheme That Doesn't Feel "Vanilla"
Learn how to layer lighting like a pro with these expert tips on combining your ceiling, wall, and accent lights for beautifully balanced illumination
By Lilith Hudson Published
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When Breaking the Right Angle Makes a Kitchen Work Better — and How It Affects Function and Flow
Experts make a case for angled and curved layouts, and do a deep dive into their ergonomics and practicality
By Aditi Sharma Published
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I Asked 5 Architects How to Create a Home That Helps Us Switch Off — These Are Their 7 Top Tips
Here's to game-changing gems of advice that will make your living spaces completely restorative
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Vintage Kitchen Items Making a Comeback in Homes and Why They're Worth Every Penny, According to Designers
It's time to blend the old with the new — here's how
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Should You Pick Your Kitchen Cabinets or Backsplash First? Designers Reveal What They Do During Home Projects
The experts weigh in on what you need to do during a kitchen remodel and if the order of design really matters
By Faiza Saqib Published
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What Bedding Is Best for a Guest Room? The Duvets, Pillows, and Sheets to Choose, According to Experts
Make your home theirs for the night with expert-recommended bedding bound to give guests the 5-star treatment
By Becks Shepherd Published
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5 Bathroom Backsplash Materials Designers Tend to Avoid for Practical Reasons — And What They're Choosing Instead When Renovating
The best bathroom backsplash is as practical as it is beautiful, and these are the materials that don't meet those standards
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 Routine Changes That'll Make All the Difference When It's Dark in the Mornings — The Productivity Hacks to Know for Winter
Don't let winter mornings keep you from having a happy morning mood
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Let There Be Light — 10 Lighting Tricks That Will Transform Any Dark Room Into A Warm and Inviting Space
Want to learn ways on how you can light a dark room? Here are a few ways designers brighten up the home during the winter
By Lara Sargent Published
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There's Hanging Art, and Then There's Hanging Art Like an Interior Designer — Here's How to Do the Latter
From planning to positioning each piece carefully, curating the art in your home isn't always as simple as hanging it on the wall
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Landscaping Features That Might Be Great for Summer, But That You'll Always Regret Come Winter
Your garden shouldn't be a four-month wonder. Take our experts' advice for building a garden that looks good all year round
By Maya Glantz Published
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Light Therapy but for Your Houseplants — How to Keep Yours Happy When the Days Get Short
Your indoor garden needs just as much light in the winter, so when the sun is away, these luminescent reinforcements will come in handy
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Candle Burning Mistakes That Are Making Your Home Fragrance Less Effective, and Might Even Cause Damage to Your Walls
Read this before you break in your next glass candle to make the absolute most of it in both scenting and aesthetics
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Did You Know You Can Technically Add a Demister to Any Bathroom Mirror? Here's What You Need to Know
This spa bathroom upgrade is surprisingly easy... and inexpensive too
By Maya Glantz Published
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Do You Know What Tog Duvet You Need? Varying by Season, Here's What the Bedding Experts Have to Say About the Ideal Rating
Comfortable slumber calls for the right tog duvet, so it's time to get acquainted with the best rates for each time of year
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Does Your Kitchen Lighting Feel Too Harsh? Try Out The Experts' Favorite Simple Switches to Warm Up Your Space
Your kitchen lighting should be cozy, not sterile. So, if your kitchen is in need of some softening, try out our experts' 7 tips
By Maya Glantz Published
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Which Houseplants Match a Scorpio's Energy? 7 Picks That Astrologers Tie to the Eighth Zodiac Sign, as We Enter Its Prime Season
Your green-thumbed zodiac-obsessed friends born between October 23rd and November 21st will love these pretty plants
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Build a Work Station Sink, and Why Every Small Kitchen Needs One
Get more out of your tiny kitchen by transforming your sink into a handy workstation
By Maya Glantz Published
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Understanding Warm vs Cool Colors Is the Easiest Way to Prevent Interior Schemes From Feeling Flat — Here's How Designers Do It
There are ways to blend the two types of tones, but you need to know what they are and how to use them first
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Should You Put a TV Over a Fireplace? Interior Designers Give a Definitive Answer to This Hot Debate
Turns out, the answer isn’t a simple yes or no — experts weigh in on the pros, cons, and how to get it right if you still choose to
By Aditi Sharma Published
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3 Things That I Really Wish I'd Known Before Painting My IKEA BILLY Bookcases (and in a Bright 'Look-at-Me' Red, No Less)
Just because everyone does it doesn't mean they do it well — here's how to make it look pro, not patchy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Grow Christmas Cactus — The Detailed Guide to Learn Everything There Is to Know About Helping this Festive Favorite Flourish at Home
We've got you covered every step of the way with this festive houseplant — from growing to caring for, propagating, problem-solving, and beyond
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Wait, That 'Non-Iron' Bedding Might Sound Like an Easy Shortcut, But There's Something You Should Know Before Sleeping in it
It's not all sweet dreams with this seemingly care-free bed linen material, and here's why
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Everyone Should Have This Underutilized Cocktail-Making Accessory in Their Kitchen, Says the World's Most Influential Bartender
Ryan Chetiyawardana, or simply Mr Lyan, has built an award-winning career out of his boundary-pushing mixology experimentation. But there's just one item that helps him retain "control" behind the counter
By Gilda Bruno Published
