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This Patio Color Is the One Experts Told Me They'd Always Pick If You Hate the Idea of Having to Power Wash Your Paving Every Few MonthsNot only does it add to the visual appeal of your backyard, but it's super low-maintenance
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I'm Detoxing My Home — Here's Why I'm Doing It, How It's Helping, and the 10 Items That I Now Swear ByA few simple swaps can make our homes work towards our health and wellbeing, not against it — here's what I've learnt along the way
By Jacky Parker Published
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I Actually Don't Like Dark Blue Kitchens — These Are the Alternatives That Capture the Same Vibe, but Better in My OpinionDark blue had its moment— these are the colors I'd trust in now that look good and will feel more timeless
By Portia Carroll Published
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Now, I'd Never Do These 3 Things When Organizing My Kitchen Cabinets — Experts Say They'll Never Be Tidy as Long as You DoNo gatekeeping here — our experts share exactly why your cabinets don't look like theirs, and how to fix them
By Maya Glantz Published
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Houseplant Minimalism Is Like 'Quiet Luxury' for Your Indoor Garden — Here's How to Style the Verdant Trend at HomeTake it from the experts, you don't need vibrant colors and flashy textures to help your lush corners shine
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Does Blue Represent in Feng Shui? Here's How to Understand Its True Meaning and Channel This Color for Good EnergyYou know it as calming and cool, but understanding the deeper meaning of blue will help you decorate with it more intentionally
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These 7 Home Organization Trends Will Shape How You Tackle Clutter in 2026 — From Digital Wardrobes to 'Less Aggressive' DeclutteringThink smart inventories, intentional ownership, built-in storage, organization as self-care, and more...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Picture Framing, Patterned Rugs, and How to Design Your Dream HallwayThe founder of Studio Peake is this month’s interiors agony aunt, solving your styling conundrums
By Pip Rich Published
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"I've Been Practicing Japanese 'Floor Sleeping' for 5 Months, Here's What Differences It Made to Me"It might be time to make the switch to these traditional firm mattresses in the name of sleep wellness
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Can You Use Normal Pans on an Induction Hob? Here's What You Need to Know About 'Magnetic' CookwareNot all cookware is compatible with induction, so make sure you invest in the right pans before you start to cook
By Lilith Hudson Published
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3 Colors Interior Designers Tell Me They'd Avoid in North-Facing Kitchens — And What They'd Use Instead for a Cozy and Inviting SpaceYou have to be even more careful with your kitchen color choice when your space is north-facing — these are the hues to steer clear of at all costs
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Ways to Bring Privacy to Street-Facing Windows (Without Blocking Out too Much Spring Light)From Venetian blinds to cafe curtains, here are all the ways to double up on form and function this season
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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7 Winter Clothes Storage Mistakes You Should Know About Before You Even Consider Transitioning Your Closet to SpringUnless you want to have a cluttered closet or diminish the quality of your clothes to a silly oversight, these are the common errors you should be aware of
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 'Mood-Stabilizing' Colors to Paint the Walls That Will Keep You Feeling Balanced and Level-HeadedColor has power. It can be the difference between buzzing with energy and slumping on the sofa — here's how to use it to stabilize your mood
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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Wait, There's a Japanese Version of Feng Shui? This Is How 'Fusui' Is Different and the Lessons to Learn From ItCentered on creating alignment in living spaces, this design philosophy will lend your home an air of calm
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things You Should Never Put on a Kitchen Island If You Want Your Room to Look Stylish and Uncluttered, According to ExpertsKeeping your kitchen island clutter-free is the key to a chic, stylish kitchen design — these are what you need to get rid of first
By Maya Glantz Published
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I Asked Kitchen Designers: 'What Are the Most Impractical Kitchen Cabinet Colors to Actually Live With?' These Are the 3 They PickedA durable, long-lasting kitchen is always the goal, but these cabinet colors could be keeping you from achieving it
By Maya Glantz Published
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6 Feng Shui Storage Mistakes That Are Ruining the Energy in Your Home — And What to Do Instead to Reset the BalanceOrganize your belongings to promote harmony within your spaces by avoiding these common oversights
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Chartreuse Paint Colors Are the Big, but Bold Trend of 2026 — Here Are 6 Specific Shades That You Can Actually Live With, Hand-Picked by DesignersWith the right paint shade, the yellow-green color trend can be a lot more livable than you might first think
By Emily Moorman Published
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I Used the Japanese Art of Oosouji to Deep Clean My Apartment — This Is How to Do It, and How It Worked Brilliantly for MeThis ancient Eastern philosophy is all about celebrating "out with the old, in with the new" to help restore order to your home
By Lilith Hudson Published
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Is Floor-to-Ceiling Glazing Still in Style? Why Designers Are Making the Case for Smaller Windows Over Glass BoxesIs our love affair with floor-to-ceiling fizzling out in favour of something a little more restrained? The experts weigh in
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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3 Colors That Work Particularly Well in North-Facing Kitchens — They're the "Difference Between a Room That Feels Inviting and One That Falls Flat"Choosing the right paint color can make or break your north-facing kitchen; these are the hues that the experts recommend
By Maya Glantz Published
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So How Do You Actually Use Lava Stone Diffusers? Here's What You Should Know About This Fragrance Format Before Using It to Scent Your SpaceFrom how much essential oil to use to how often to refresh your diffuser and more...
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Outdated Kitchen Trends Designers Are Distancing Themselves From in 2026 — And What They Say You Should Replace Them WithDesigners reveal the looks and features dating your space and, crucially, what to do about it
By Linda Clayton Published
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The 3 Bedding Colors You'll Really Want to Avoid If You Want a Better Night's Sleep, According to a 'Sensory Color' ExpertWe all react to color in different ways, but choosing shades that prioritize rest is essential for a serene sleeping space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I'm Perpetually Scrolling Through 'CleanTok' —These Are the Only 6 Decluttering Challenges Trending Online Right Now Worth Knowing AboutIf you're all out of ideas on how to pare back your home, these trends will provide ample inspiration and satisfying results
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I Hate White Kitchens — These Are the 3 Colors I'd Choose for the Same Vibe, Just BetterCan we all officially agree to leave stark white kitchens in 2025? These colors bring all the bright airiness, and none of the harsh sterility
By Maya Glantz Published
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6 Feng Shui Mistakes That Practitioners Always Notice When They Walk Into a HouseAccording to the experts, these faux pas are best avoided for a home that feels perfectly in harmony
By Amiya Baratan Published
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6 Kitchen Colors That Interior Designers Are Quietly Moving Away From in 2026 — And What They're Backing Now, InsteadFrom teal-inflected blues to layered material grays, these are the kitchen colors stepping in
By Linda Clayton Published
