
James Cunningham
James Cunningham is a freelance journalist based in London. He has written extensively on design and decorating for some of the UK’s leading publications, including House Beautiful, ELLE Decoration, and Country Living, and previously served as Homes and Gardens Editor at Good Housekeeping. When he’s not at his desk, James can be found globetrotting in search of good food, better wine, and the best architecture.
Latest articles by James Cunningham
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10 Ways to Use Architectural Moldings That’ll Make Even a Characterless Home Suddenly Feel Storied and Full of Charm
Architectural moldings are so much more than just a detail — they add a sense of classic charm to even the most contemporary spaces
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Do Gray and Beige Go Together? Here's How This Pairing Can Make Neutral Schemes Richer and More Interesting
Subtle though they are, these two hues can make any space all the more stylish. Here’s how to make this color combination work in your home
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How to Hang Curtains the Way an Interior Designer Would — To Balance, Blur Lines, and Bring Impact to a Room
Curtains do more than just frame your view; they’re a powerful decorative element in any space (if you know how to hang them well)
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How to Design a 'Conversation Room' — The Space Everyone in Design Is Talking About
Not quite a living room and far more than just a nook, the conversation room is enjoying a moment in the spotlight — here’s how to create one yourself
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What Colors Make a Room Look Bigger? 5 That Designers Reach for to Make Walls 'Visually Expand'
Color can have a transformative effect on how we perceive spaces — here’s how the experts make small rooms look more expansive
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Here's How a Clever Choice in Flooring Can Make Any Room Feel Bigger, Brighter, and Way More Beautiful
Want to make your space feel more expansive? Start from the ground up — here’s which flooring creates the illusion of extra square footage
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10 Colorful Scandinavian Interior Design Ideas That Prove The Style Is So Much More Than Pared-Back
Believe it or not, there’s no shortage of colorful decorating ideas coming out of the Scandinavian region
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Scandi by the Sea — Discover the Secret to the Easy, Breezy 'Scandinavian Coastal' Summerhouse Style
All about effortless chic and relaxed comfort instead of nautical decorating clichés, here’s how to achieve this breezy look wherever you live
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Scandinavian People Don't Just Do Neutrals — Here's What You Can Learn From Their Take on Maximalism to Hone Colorful, Pattern-Filled Rooms
Interiors full of bold patterns and vibrant colors are thriving in a region typically known for a more muted, minimal approach to design
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10 Ways Scandinavian Lighting Ideas Can Make Illuminating a Space Feel Sculptural
From design icons to modern classics, Scandi lighting is adored by interior designers all over the world — here's how to bring the look home
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10 Mid-Century Modern Lighting Ideas That Bring Design History to Your Room, But Still Feel Right for Today
Interior designers love to reference this classic era — here’s how to shed new light on the look
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I'd Have Never Thought Mid-Century Modern Style Would Work So Well for a Bathroom — But These 10 Examples Prove They're a Match Made in Heaven
The mid-century look gets a modern makeover in these stunning bathroom projects, all handpicked by the experts
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10 Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Ideas That Prove the Look Is Tranquil, Timeless, and Still Totally Now
Interior designers love creating spaces influenced by this iconic era — here’s how the experts give the look a cool, contemporary edge
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9 Green and Gray Living Rooms That Feel Modern and Mesmerizing, and Far From 'Millennial'
A favorite color combination among interior designers, green and gray living rooms can be cozy, cool, and full of character
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10 Pink and Green Living Room Ideas That'll Make You Think Again About This Color Combination
This iconic pairing can be as sophisticated as it is playful — here’s how the experts create contemporary pink and green living rooms
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8 Green Marble Bathroom Ideas That Are Bold, Beautiful, and Anything but Basic
Green marble bathroom surfaces create a sense of drama — now is the time to embrace this material for a bold, contemporary look in your space
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9 Colorful Dining Room Ideas That Are the Shortcut to a Stylish Soirée
A palette of delicious hues is an easy way to spark conversation, but it's not always an easy style to get right — so, let these designer ideas help
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10 Stylish Bedroom Color Ideas That Will Dare You to Dream in Technicolor
Bye-bye boring white — from the bright and bold to something more subtle and subdued, there are bedroom color ideas to suit every style. Here's 10
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13 Colorful Bedroom Ideas That Show How Bright and Bold Schemes Can Still Be Seriously Sophisticated
Is it time to make your bedroom look (and feel) dreamy with a bold new makeover?
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