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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
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Birth Month Herbs? Yes, They Exist and Here’s a Guide to Find Your Own to Grow
If you've been meaning to start a herb garden, why not begin with a special choice that feels personal in the form of a birth month herb
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are Granite Countertops Outdated? The Experts Decide If This Once-Classic Material Has Seen the End of Its Days
Our kitchen trend experts deep dive into the topic to decide whether granite has had its time
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Feng Shui Closet Rules You Should Apply to Your Wardrobe
These closet Feng Shui ideas are making our best-dressed list for improving the energy in this all-important space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 IKEA KALLAX Alternatives for When You Want Handy Gridded Storage With a Bit More Style
It's much-loved for a reason, but if you're in the market for storage that feels slightly more design-forward, here's the best alternatives
By Cheyenne Brown Published
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5 Power Colors That Can Completely Shift the Way You See and Feel in Your Space
Power colors in interior design aren't just about being loud and dominating, they're about empowering you to express your true self
By Karen Haller Published
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6 IKEA BILLY Alternatives for Anyone Looking for Great Storage Beyond the Brand's Basic Shelf Offering
It's got a cult following, and for good reason, but if you're looking for something that offers the functionality with a bit more style, we've got you covered
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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"Messy Gardening" Is the Emerging Trend That Embraces the Chaos — Here's How to Design an Outdoor Space With It Intentionally
Say goodbye to your preened-to-perfection garden. For increased biodiversity and more organic feel to your yard, the messier the better
By Maya Glantz Published
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Are These the 'Most Controversial' Pillowcases? 4 Styles That Divide the Crowd, and Whether Design Experts Would Actually Use Them
Zip closure pillows, envelope back, or lace embroidered — no pillow is safe in this round-up of the most hotly-debated pillowcase styles
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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These 5 Linen Closet Organization Mistakes are Costing You Space and Losing You Time
Survey your linen closet for any of these five common organization mistakes. And if you're guilty of even one of these faux pas, reorganization is a must.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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10 Types of Jade Plant That Will Bring Good Vibes to Any Room
These low-maintenance succulents are a wonder to care for and when it comes to jade plant varieties, these ten are the best of the best.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Trees That Landscape Designers Will Never Plant When They're Trying to Make a Garden More Private
Looking to create a more secluded outdoor space? These are the trees to avoid that won't actually help screen your garden from neighbors
By Lilith Hudson Published
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"It Can Be a Blessing and a Curse" — Landscape Designers Say They'd Never Buy This Kind of Outdoor Furniture for an Overly Sunny South-Facing Garden
Black or white cushions? A wooden or metal side table? Whatever you're tossing up between, if you have a sun-soaked garden, here's what experts say to avoid
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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'Wood-Drenching' Your Kitchen Is the Most Luxury-Looking Thing You Can Do With Your Cabinets — But Also Trickiest to Get Right
A little bit Scandi, a little bit mid-century modern, and a whole lot of chic; these kitchens fulfill all of our design dreams
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Things Minimalists Never Have in Their Gardens — For Simpler, More Streamlined Outdoor Spaces
Turn your straggly garden into a sophisticated outdoor setting by steering clear of this list of items that minimalists would never go near
By Lilith Hudson Published