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18 Powder Rooms by Interior Designers That Are a Masterclass in Styling These Tiny Rooms, Whether You Want a Neutral Sanctuary or Something a Bit Wilder
The Livingetc archives are a treasure trove for design inspiration, and these powder room ideas are straight from the homes of designers and architects
By Debbie Black Published
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Think Bouclé Is Overdone? These Are the Just-As Cozy Fabrics the World's Best Designers Are Using Instead
Don't worry, you’re not alone. We asked five design experts for some warm and textural alternatives that feel a little fresher
By Tessa Pearson Published
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13 Trending Kitchen Islands That You'll See in All the Coolest Schemes Next Year
Sleek lines, natural textures, and multifunctional layouts, these island ideas show how this staple is evolving into a showstopping design element
By Aditi Sharma Published
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No Fireplace? No Problem — Here Are 10 Alternatives Designers Say to Try Instead, to Create a Cozy Focal Point in Your Living Room
These clever and creative ideas from experts prove that you don't need a fireplace to have a cozy-looking space
By Emily Moorman Published
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Absolutely Fabulous — The Exuberant Design Style That Channels Italian Glamour in the Home
Bold, irreverent, and unexpected, say hello to Livingetc's vision of the unapologetically glamorous interiors taking over the design world
By Sarah Spiteri Published
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5 Mirror Trends You Can Expect to See in All the Coolest Bathrooms in 2026, According to Design Experts Who Know What’s Coming Next
From curvy shapes to mirrored walls, here are the bathroom mirror designs tipped to transform your eau zone (and they’re ideas anyone can use)
By Lara Sargent Published
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I've Written About Hundreds of Kitchens This Year Alone — I Think This Backsplash Material Is the Most Underrated in Design Right Now
This 'living material' brings a whole lot of warmth, shine, and personality to your kitchen design
By Maya Glantz Published
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Please, Forget Pumpkin Orange — This Is the Subtler, Way More Stylish Autumn Color I'm Seeing Absolutely Everywhere Right Now
Pink for fall? Now that really *is* groundbreaking
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Entertainers, Eat Your Heart Out — The "Muddy" Marble Bar in This Los Angeles Home Is Breathtaking Enough to Rival Even the Coolest Hangouts in the City
Why go out when staying in looks this good?
By Emma Breislin Published
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It Might Sound Medieval, but Chainmail Can Look and Feel Surprisingly Modern in Your Interiors — Here's How Designers Are Making This Unexpected Material Work
Though it throws back to medieval times, the shiny, almost fluid-like fabric also feels perfectly fitting for right now
By Emma Breislin Published
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To Hide the Sockets in This Kitchen's Backsplash, Its Designer Hired a Muralist Who Could Camouflage Them Into the Marble
Ugly plug sockets destroying your dreams of a sleek, seamless kitchen design? This designer has figured out a way to solve that issue
By Maya Glantz Published
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Yes, They Save Space, but They Also Make Your Design Feel More Intentional — Why Designers Are Turning to 'Built-In Beds' for Hotel-Worthy Sanctuaries
They can help navigate tricky spatial layouts and deliver hotel-style luxury — so make the dream a reality
By Roddy Clarke Published
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This Mossy Green Dining Room Is an Instant Mood Changer — Here's How the Color Scheme Works to Set a Beautiful, Intimate Atmosphere for Hosting Guests
Our resident color expert on a dining room made for moody, candlelit feasts
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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The Designer of This New York Townhouse Gave the Backsplash a 'Surreal Twist' With This Modern Collage Idea Using Delft Tiles
Playful explorations of color and geometry bring personality to this Park Slope, New York, townhouse renovation
By Maya Glantz Published
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10 Switches You Can Make in Your Bathroom Remodel That'll Save Energy (and Money) in the Long Run
From low-flow showers to smarter heating, these energy-efficient upgrades will make your bathroom cheaper to run and kinder to the planet
By Linda Clayton Published
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The Difference Between 'Wall Washing' and 'Wall Grazing' Is the Accent Lighting Trick That Totally Changes the Feel of Your Home
Give your home the glow it deserves with these clever lighting techniques, and lots of expert advice for getting it right
By Maya Glantz Published
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A Designer Gave These Doors an Incredibly Expensive-Looking "Jewelachite" Finish Using a Torn Piece of Cardboard
The DIY paint trick adds instant drama with its gemstone-like effect
By Lilith Hudson Published
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This Color Forecaster Just Introduced Me to an Exciting Color Pairing I'd Never Considered for My Home Before
Interior design with a side of dessert-inspired color? Don't mind if I do
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Designers Are Choosing This Material That Was Once Considered Dated for Even the Most Modern Bathroom Vanities Right Now
A few years ago, you wouldn't have seen this type of wood anywhere near a modern bathroom — now, it's a favored choice
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Design on a Pedestal — How Furniture’s Museum Moment Is Redefining What Luxury Means
The language of luxury design has changed — and the rise of the brand 'design museum' is a sign of the times
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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I'm Calling It, Porcelain Is the Most Underrated Material for Countertops — These Are the Pros and Cons to Know
It seems like there are endless uses for this ancient material, but what do the experts think about it for your kitchen countertops?
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Clever Tap 'Insert' Fixes the Problem of Water Staining Around the Sink on Your Wood Countertops
If you've got wooden countertops in your kitchen, you're going to want these clever tap inserts to solve one of the most frustrating problems with this material
By Maya Glantz Published
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How to Decorate With Sheer Curtains Like a Designer — Ideas That Go Way Beyond Just Putting Them Up Over Your Windows
Sheer curtains aren't anything new, but how and where you use them is getting a much-needed upgrade
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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7 Sustainable Flooring Options Bathroom Designers Are Choosing to Make Their Projects More Eco-Friendly
Surprising new finds and old classics combine in this list of bathroom flooring materials that are just as beautiful as they are sustainable
By Maya Glantz Published
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Forget Everything You've Been Told About Traditional Living Room Layouts, and Try This 'Unconventional' Set Up Instead
A spatial planner explains how to perfect this retro-inspired seating arrangement for a living room that oozes main-character energy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Sleek and Stylish Interior Flooring Inspiration Awaits at Karndean Designflooring’s Newest London Showroom in the Heart of Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour
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Bringing customized luxury flooring to your project is made easy with Karndean’s range of design-led ideas on view
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10 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Make Your Bathroom Design More Sustainable
If you're feeling like you need to do your bit for the planet, take a browse of the latest, most eco-conscious design ideas for a guilt-free renovation
By Portia Carroll Published
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4 Wall and Sofa Color Combinations That Are a Shortcut for Designing a Really Expensive-Looking Living Room
Luxury isn't limited to a crisp combination of beiges — let these dramatic pairings be the ultimate guide to a more luxe interior
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Never Thought I'd Say That Purple Sofas Are Trending, but This Color Is Undeniably Having a Big Moment
According to Google Trends, the search for 'purple sofas' grew by 5,000% in August, but it's these designer schemes that have really convinced me on them
By Emma Breislin Published
 
