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These Are the 5 Worst Loft Conversion Mistakes You Can Make During Your Project, According to Architects and Builders
Converting a loft is a process that has the potential for numerous pitfalls. Here's how to avoid them
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Is the 3-5-8 Rule for Flowers? This Is Your Guide to Arranging a Bouquet that Looks Fresh From a Florist
Making floral arrangements that look gorgeously professional can be tough. But this golden ratio is a trade shortcut that's sure to help
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Fold Clothes for Travel — 5 Expert Tips for a Perfectly Packed Suitcase
If you have any holidays in your calendar, let this be your go-to guide for professionally packed luggage before your next jet set.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Professional Organizers Store in Hard-to-Reach Places — To Keep Their Homes Uncluttered, Without the Inconvenience
The best way to streamline your storage? Keeping this list of lesser-used items up high
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How to Design a Small Garden — 10 Steps to Turn a Tiny Space Into a Flourishing Oasis
Follow this advice from professionals for a garden to be proud of, whatever its size
By Jacky Parker Published
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How I'm Embracing the Scandinavian Organization Mantra 'Ordning Och Reda' for a More Peaceful, Tidy Home
We have plenty to learn from the zen scandi-lifestyle, and 'ordning och reda' is next on the list. A teaching for tidy homes.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Outdated Garden Layouts You Should Avoid If You're Planning Your Outdoor Space Right Now
For a backyard design that feels current and contemporary, these are the outdated layouts that landscape designers want you to avoid
By Lilith Hudson Published
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I Visited The Newt Hotel and Tested My Hand At Pruning With the Finest Japanese Tools Crafted By Niwaki
This gardening technique is the secret to the most eye-catching landscapes that last throughout the year
By Maya Glantz Published
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How Much Does a Loft Conversion Cost on Average in 2025? Everything You Need to Know
Looking to go up rather than out? Find out how much a loft conversion costs this year so you can start planning and designing
By Amy Reeves Published
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Lavender for Geminis? These Are the Flowers You Should Grow, According to Your Star Sign
If you're into all things astrology, then you should know your zodiac flower and have it dominate your at-home bouquets this year.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 of the Worst Houseplants You Could Pick If You're a Beginner — They Might Not Survive Your Plant Parent Learning Curve
Don't get me wrong, they're not unstylish. They're just a tad needy for any inexperienced plant owners
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Fences vs Hedges — Which Are Actually Better for Your Garden's Privacy? Landscape Designers Settle the Debate
If you're wondering whether to border your home with landscaping or hardscaping, this pro/con list will help you land on the ideal solution
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Outdated Carpet Colors Interior Designers Won't Be Using in 2025 — And What They Will Be Instead
Leave these old-fashioned colors where they belong, and update your space with these modern shades that are completely on-trend
By Maya Glantz Published
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I'm Obsessed With This Potted 'Mini Meadow' Idea for Filling a Small Container Garden With Beautiful Flowers
You don't need sprawling lawns to give your garden a meadow-style feel — all you really need is a container garden and some choice plants
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Venetian Plaster vs Microcement — A Definitive Answer On Which Stylish Finish Would Work Best in Your Space
We spoke with two experts who shared it's not a question about 'which', but rather 'where' when it comes to deciding on Venetian plaster or microcement
By Devin Toolen Published
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6 Hacks to Keep Entertaining in Your Garden More Comfortable in Hot, Hot Weather
Prepare your garden for any eventuality with these tips and tricks for outdoor entertaining
By Lilith Hudson Published
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9 Colors That Designers Say Will Make Your Kitchen Look Much More Expensive
These are the colors to incorporate into your kitchen scheme to make it look high-end
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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5 Storage Mistakes You're Making With Your Kitchen Drawers That Are Sabotaging Your Space's Potential
For organized, clutter-free kitchen drawers, here's everything you shouldn't be doing
By Lilith Hudson Published
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How Much Do Kitchen Countertops Cost in 2025? Budgets for the Main Surface Material Options
They're the icing on the cake of your kitchen, but they're also a significant investment. So, what does your budget afford you?
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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Plants in Test Tube Candelabras? There's a Stylish New Way to Show Off Your Propagation Skills
If you're tired of leaving your plant cuttings on your window sill, you'll love this fresh idea for a plant propagation candelabra.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Turns Out There's Way More to Love About Cork Flooring Than Just Good Looks
Cork flooring has a growing number of devotees who’ve fallen for its style and sustainability. Here, we weigh up the pros and cons
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Bouclé vs Corduroy — The Difference Between The Textured Fabrics That Have Captured Our Collective Attention Lately
For years, bouclé has captivated the interior design scene. But corduroy might be giving the quiet luxury fabric a run for its money
By Devin Toolen Published
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Do Red and Yellow Go Together? Designers Share How to Make This Punchy Pairing Feel Soothing Rather Than Stark
These primary colors might seem like they'd clash, but get the levels right, and designers say this combination can look remarkably classic
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Kitchen Cabinet Details That Will Make Your Space Look More Expensive
From luxury hardware to textured cabinet fronts, don't overlook these finer details if you want your kitchen to look more high-end
By Lilith Hudson Published
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5 Butter Yellow Paints That Designers Swear By — So You Can Get This Trending Color on Your Walls With Confidence
Butter yellow is everywhere, but picking a paint shade can be a big commitment. To help, we asked designers to share their favorite shades
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Which Spring Home Scent Matches Your Star Sign? This Is What Your Home Should Smell Like Right Now, According to the Zodiac
Choosing a home scent that matches your personality is the best way to create a space that feels perfectly your own. So find your zodiac and the scent to match.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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9 Garden Trends That Landscapers and Gardening Experts Say We'll Be Seeing This Year
Sustainability and regenerative planting are the hottest topics of the moment
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Vinyl Organization Mistakes You Should Avoid — Otherwise You Can End Up Damaging Your Prized Music Library
If you take pride in your curated collection of vinyl records, you'll want to steer clear of these five rookie record organization mistakes.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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I’m a Landscape Designer — These Are the Biggest Mistakes in Gardens I See People Making
Landscape designer Katherine Aul Cervoni digs up all the worst mistakes she's seen time and time again
By Maya Glantz Published