Latest articles by Ruth Doherty
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6 colors designers pick for laundry rooms - exact paint matches, from classic choices to surprising shadesMake laundry a job you actually look forward to with these paint colors for your home's hardest working room
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How do you decorate an awkward entryway? 7 designer-approved tricks for tough-to-style entrancesDecorative details, clever storage and statement art all play a part in making a design-led space out of an awkward entryway
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How do you make a boring kitchen look good? 6 clever ways to add character to your cooking spaceCreate a chic and inviting space with these designer tricks to elevating a boring kitchen
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5 ways professional organizers maximize the storage space in your kitchen cabinetsShort on storage space? These clever tricks will ensure your kitchen cabinets are working as hard as they can...
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'It'll only take 10 minutes' - 6 kitchen tricks that people who are great at hosting do before guests come overDesigners and experts reveal their quick and easy ways to make your cooking and entertaining space an warm and inviting place
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3 paint colors minimalists love - and how designers use them to sootheThree hues that designers reach for to create a stylish minimalist schemes, and exactly how to pair them for calming rooms
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How to design an affordable kitchen that looks luxe - 7 ways experts go upscale on a budgetDesigners reveal their top tips on how to get a luxe look without breaking the bank, the small touches that can go a long way to making kitchens look more expensive
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6 of the best paint colors for rooms without much natural lightThese are the shades color experts use to add drama or airiness to low-light rooms
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What furniture does a minimalist need? Designers explain how to perfect this calming lookForm and function take center stage in a minimalist home if you only decorate with what furniture a minimalist really needs
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5 paint colors designers always avoid in small spaces - including the one most people gravitate toThe paint colors that are either too cool or too overwhelming for small spaces...
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10 easy design tweaks for your backyard to make now so it's ready for spending time in this fallThese expert tips will ensure your outdoor space is a chic fall-ready retreat
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What should you not do in a bedroom layout? 7 simple mistakes designers notice in unbalanced spacesExperts reveal what not to do when planning your perfect bedroom layout, and the work-arounds you can use instead for a well balanced and restful space
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What color couch makes a room look bigger? Designers reveal their favorite space-stretching sofa shadesLighter colors work best to open up a space, but you can choose a dark sofa for a small room - here's how to do it...
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How to make a small space look more expensive - 7 tricks designers use to instantly elevate a bijou roomSmall space? No problem. These expert ideas will ensure your petite pad packs a serious style punch
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'It's where design trends start' - 9 Californian kitchens with a dreamy blend of organic luxuryLaidback luxe is the order of the day in these easy, breezy Californian kitchens, full of design ideas and inspiration
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What is the most low maintenance kitchen countertop? Design experts unanimously agreeStain and scratch-resistant as well as durable and robust, quartz offers the ideal blend of luxe and low maintenance
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How to use your kitchen's dead space in ways that improves your overall decorDesigners explain how to get the most from your kitchen by turning the parts that you've forgotten to love into stylish and functional areas
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How can I make my staircase look better? 6 ways designers easily create a more beautiful homeExperts reveal exactly what you need to do to create a chic and upscale staircase
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5 colors that make living rooms look bigger - how design experts give small spaces an airier feelWhite is the obvious space-boosting shade but what other colors can make a living room look bigger too? Our experts reveal all
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7 trending planter styles designers rely on to instantly elevate backyards - and how you can use themWicker baskets outside? These flower container trends will add warmth and character to your outdoor space...
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What is replacing wooden floors? These are the trending alternatives designers are using insteadFrom hexagonal tiles to antique brick, this is what's replacing wooden floors for a modern, fresh appeal
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Are coffee pod machines worth it? Experts on the pleasant surprise behind picking the right oneCoffee pod machines aren't just for espressos. Here's why they're a worthy investment for coffee lovers with a busy lifestyle
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How to design the perfect kids' homework area - 6 steps to creating space that's cool for school(work)Experts reveal the art of blending style and substance for a stylish and inviting homework station
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Lawn vs deck - design experts decide once and for all which is betterFrom the most eco-friendly to the most practical, this is what landscape designers think in the lawn vs deck debate...
