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5 Things With 'Negative Energy' to Declutter From Your Home — It's Not Too Late to Add to Your Spring CleanMake space for a more peaceful vibe at home by ridding your interiors of these specific types of clutter
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Forget Integrated Hobs and Ovens, Range Cookers Are Having a Renaissance in the Most Stylish Kitchens Right NowNot willing to part with a gas hob, but want to add value to your home? A traditional range cooker might just be the answer
By Maya Glantz Published
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Where to Buy Freestanding Kitchen Units for a More Versatile Layout — From the High Street to the Design Studios Doing It BestYour kitchen doesn't need to be custom for it to have the feel of an expensive design. These are all of our top picks for freestanding kitchen units you can adapt to your space
By Maya Glantz Published
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This One Type of Furniture Will Help You Avoid Feng Shui 'Poison Arrows' in Your HomeHere's why rounded edges and smooth curves in furniture soothe the energy in your living spaces
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Linen vs Cotton Curtains — Which Material Is Best for Your Window Treatments?Both add a different form and function to a space — here, designers weigh up the pros and cons of each
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 6 Home Extension Mistakes I Made the First Time Round — And How Architects Say I Should Put Them Right During Extension 2.0As I get ready to extend and remodel my house (for the second time), here are the extension mistakes I won't be making this time around
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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Where to Store Towels in a Small Bathroom — Because They Don't Belong On the FloorEven the most petite bathroom deserves a designated space to store away towels - and our experts know the best ways to do exactly that
By Maya Glantz Published
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"I'm a Kitchen Designer Who Loves Using Yellow, but Also Knows It's Hard to Pull Off — Here's How to Make This Cabinetry Color Work"People remember rooms that look different from the norm, and this cabinet color is the best shortcut
By Grace Bishop Published
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How to Buy Furniture That's Truly Timeless, and Avoid the 'Fast Interiors' TrapI asked three designers what they look for when sourcing so that their clients don't fall victim to fleeting design trends
By Lauren Jones Published
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Every Room Should Have Some Black in It — 5 Ways Designers Make It Look Subtle and Sophisticated, Instead Of ScaryIt's time to be bold and face your fears, black is a power move that can actually soften and expand your space
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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What You Need to Know About Farmhouse-Style Interior Design — And Why It Should Still Be on Your Radar, Even If You Prefer Modern HomesThe quintessential style embraces function and aesthetic in equal measure, allowing quiet moments in spaces designed to stand the test of time
By Lucy Lindfield Published
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I Was Convinced a Boiling Water Tap Was an Excessive Expense for My Kitchen — But Then I Lived With One, and Changed My MindI thought boiling water taps were bougie — here’s what living with one taught me
By Linda Clayton Published
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5 Downsides to Your House Smelling 'Clean' That Not Enough People Talk About — They Can Be Sterile, Synthetic, and One-DimensionalInstead of obsessing over tidying the scent profile in your home, it might be time to dip into other fragrance families for a more inviting vibe
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Where to Buy Garden Furniture Paint (Yes, It's a Specific Thing) — These Are the Best Brands, With the Best ColorsUpgrading your garden furniture this season may only be a coat of paint away
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Nobody Wants "Uncool" Antiques in Their Home — These Are the 3 Kinds of Vintage Pieces That Designers Say Are Better Left in the PastIt's about learning how to tell the trash from the treasure
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Clever Ways to Make Your Washing Machine Quieter — Here's to Never Being Disrupted by a Spin Cycle AgainFrom practical and discreet to elegant and attractive, discover the tricks experts employ to soften sound and reduce disruption
By Jacky Parker Published
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How to Hide AC in Your Kitchen Design — 5 Clever Ways to Keep Cool in the Summer, Without Introducing an Eyesore to Your SpaceYou don't have to pick between comfort and beauty. Our experts have all the tips for hiding your kitchen HVAC system, so you can stay cool while looking good
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 'Toxic' Home Interior Design Mistakes to Fix ASAP — These Red Flags Could Be Compromising Your Health and the Wellness of Your Living Spaces, tooForget the frills. These basic errors in design set an unhealthy foundation and are best corrected now
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Designers Warn These 4 Colors Will Make Your Bedroom Look Dated in 2026 — "We're Making Way for a More Grown-Up Approach"Hint: it's anything too stark or flat. Here are the colors to avoid in the bedroom and what to decorate with instead
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Went to Google HQ to Learn How to Use AI to Visualize Your Home Renovations — Here Are the Tricks I LearnedAn architect specializing in AI image generation helped me understand better how to use Google Gemini as a tool in the design process
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Reed Diffusers vs Electric Diffusers — Which Are Best? There's Not a Clear Winner, but Each Format Has Its Place to Make a Home Smell IncredibleWhile one format sets a consistent foundation of fragrance, the other allows for a level of control that comes in handy when hosting
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Where to Shop for Tiles — The 10 Luxury Tile Shops You Shouldn't Start Your Renovation Without Knowing AboutDon’t start your kitchen or bathroom reno before reading (and saving) this
By Lara Sargent Published
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5 Colors That Make Your Home Feel Fresh and Clean — They "Catch the Eye and Bring a Sense of Spontaneity"We're all perennially trying to keep our homes feeling fresh, and your color choice is one of the easiest ways to do it
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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What Are the Best Fabrics for Curtains? These Are the Ones Designers Rely on for the Most Design-Forward DrapesDiscover industry insiders' go-to textiles, along with expert tips to ensure your curtains are beautiful, practical, and fit for purpose
By Tessa Pearson Published
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6 Houseplants That Flourish in Spring, and the Changes You Need to Make to How You Look After ThemIf you're looking for seasonal cultivars to add to your collection, here's all the indoor garden inspo you need
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 Bedroom Design Questions I Always Get Asked as an Interior Stylist — and the Answers That Actually MatterFrom nightstands to pillows, these are the small decisions that quietly shape how your bedroom feels and why getting them right changes everything
By Miaad Latoof Published
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Every Pod Machine Owner Wants to Know — Can You Refill Coffee Capsules? I Tried It For Myself, and Found Some Top Tips for Success Along the WayBecause we all want low-effort ways to save a little money
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Why an Extension Isn't Always The Answer — 5 Renovation Projects That Architects Sometimes Wish You'd Consider FirstAn extension isn't always the best solution to get more space at home — experts show us five renovation ideas to consider instead
By Lara Sargent Published
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I Bit the Bullet and Invested in Electric Blinds — Here’s the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Living With Them, and Whether I'd Ever Choose Them AgainNo messy cords, no jamming winders, no drama. Manual blinds are dead to me
By Linda Clayton Published
