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Okay, That's Clever — Pull This 'Transforming' Console Table Out From the Wall and It Moonlights as a Swanky Home Bar Set-Up
A dedicated home bar area is a luxury very few can afford, but what if there was another way?
By Emma Breislin Published
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At This Moody Basque Eatery in Soho, Dramatic Cracked Walls "Tell a Story" — While Smoky Plates and Vermouth Keep on Coming
"We wanted the space to feel alive, imperfect, and expressive, a reminder that beauty comes through texture and time," MAD Restaurants' founder Artem Login says of brutalist hotspot ALTA
By Gilda Bruno Published
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This Clever Wine Glass Storage Fixture Will Practically Double the Amount of Space in Your Cabinets, If You Use It in the Right Way
Honestly, wine and cocktail glasses are one of the biggest space-eaters in your kitchen cabinets, but this upside-down storage, which costs less than £20, can help
By Maya Glantz Published
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Design Diary: Field Notes From Our NYC Editor
Contributing editor Keith Flanagan walks us through his month in New York and the latest news from the design world that has him excited right now
By Keith Flanagan Published
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Serving Looks — These Are the Designer Bar Trays Elevating Your Entertaining Season That Our Editors Love
It's time to serve guests while looking your best with these pretty finds from some of my favorite retailers
By Faiza Saqib Published
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M&S x Chef Tom Kerridge Launch Professional-Grade Cookware for Home Kitchens — Plus, Denby Serveware That's Hosting-Ready
Starting from £8, this collection boasts top-quality items like utensils, pans, and dinner sets at very reasonable prices
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This Finnish Design Duo Wants You to Uncover "the Oddness and Peacefulness of Helsinki" at Its Most Magical Time
Circular fashion and homeware designers Lilli Maunula and Laura Juslin show us the multiple faces of their Nordic base ahead of winter
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Design Lab by Livingetc: Your Shortcut to a Beautifully Styled Home
Introducing Design Lab by Livingetc: a new styling service that makes great design accessible
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Whether It’s Date Night or an Intimate Dinner Party, This Romantic Oil Table Lamp Is My New Entertaining Must-Have
Even as a last-minute addition, these table accessories set the mood with just the light of a wick
By Amiya Baratan Published
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"Every Detail Was Treated as Functional Art" — How a Designer Transformed a Small Bathroom Into a Breathtaking Marble Masterpiece
Functionality melds with artistry in this surprisingly soft marble bathroom that was inspired by the textures and textiles of the designer's childhood
By Maya Glantz Published
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We Already Know the Magic of Pre-Lit Trees, but Pre-Lit Christmas Wreaths Will Be the Biggest Game-Changer This Season
Decking the halls with twinkling lights and chic faux foliage just got that much easier
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The New Piglet In Bed x Morris & Co. Collection Just Dropped — Discover Super Soft Linen Bedding and Sleepware Inspired by Storytelling
The UK bedding brand is no stranger to pattern, but this new collaboration takes it to a whole new level
By Olivia Emily Published
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Trend Alert! I've Seen This Novelty (but Still Nice) Glassware Style Everywhere All of a Sudden, and I'm Officially Obsessed
Bring a touch of whimsy to your table with these charming glasses that are guaranteed to become conversation starters
By Lilith Hudson Published
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7 Space Saving Mirrors That'll Actually Make Getting Ready in Your Tiny Bathroom Way Easier
Even the most awkwardly shaped, tiny bathrooms are deserving of a functional and stylish mirror. Luckily, we've found some of the chicest space-saving designs on the market
By Maya Glantz Published
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Reviving the Site of 1990s Celebrity Hangout the Met Bar, This Trendy New Mayfair Eatery Lets the Theater of Cooking Take Center Stage
Labombe by Trivet, the 'wine-forward' spin-off of the beloved Bermondsey restaurant, captivates with its surprising wine pairings, indulgent sharing plates, and open kitchen plan
By Gilda Bruno Published
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This Viral 'Boneless Couch' Might Be the Best Way to Get a Big, Comfy Sofa Into Your Home, Even When You've Got Access Problems
Is an all-foam, no-frame sofa the solution you've been looking for? Let's unpack the pros and cons
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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ICYMI — 11 Home Releases That Dropped This Month That You Really Need to Have on Your Radar
From cozy and inviting to sculptural and stylish (and even a touch of celeb), this month's launches brought a little bit of everything
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Lily Allen's Iconic Brooklyn Brownstone Home Is Up for Sale — Just Wait Until You See Inside
Everyone wants to know who Madeline is, but I'm more interested in getting the name of Lily's interior designer
By Maya Glantz Published
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I’ll Skip the Chocolates, I’m Looking at These Home Fragrance Advent Calendars to Spark Joy in the Lead Up to Christmas Instead
Treat yourself to these perfumed festive calendars to make your home smell warm and inviting through winter and beyond
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Style Pulse SS26 — An Edit of the Most Important Emerging Styles for Next Season by Livingetc’s Trend Experts
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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"It’s Theater, Darling" — How Interior Designers Are Turning Homes Into Stages for Escapism and Storytelling
As it turns out, designing a room might be more akin to directing a play than you'd ever realize, and the trends for 2026 see homes turned into immersive sets where every color, texture, and object has a role to play
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Ready for Take Off? The 'Space Oddity' Aesthetic Is the Time-Traveling, Restaurant-Led Trend You're Definitely Going to See More of in Homes Next Year
This aesthetic will transport you to another galaxy in the months to come, through theatrical "light shifts, sculptural forms, and unexpected materials" that speak to both fantasy and emotion
By Gilda Bruno Published
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I Found the Exact Glass Carafe From Season 2 of 'Nobody Wants This', and Asked Sleep Experts Why One Is a Must-Have on Your Nightstand
After feeling validated by the Netflix show's commentary on the reputational brownie points of the humble water carafe, I've rounded up the prettiest to shop
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What’s Next for Our Homes? The 14 Defining Interior Design Trends That Will Shape the Way We Live in 2026
As we enter the twilight of the year, our editor sets out his predictions for the ideas that will inspire the next best design projects
By Hugh Metcalf Last updated
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The Color Trend Forecast — 10 Colors That You'll See People Decorate With More in 2026, and the 'Emotional' Cues Guiding the Way
Feature Trend forecaster Jane Boddy offers her predictions on the colors that will resonate with us emotionally and culturally in the year to come
By Jane Boddy Last updated
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The Bathroom Trend Guide for 2026 — 8 of the Most Exciting (Yet Relaxing) Looks to Inspire Your Project
Feature The bathrooms causing a stir in the design world right now are the ones that take the initiative to have these spaces stand out from the crowd
By Hugh Metcalf Last updated
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The 10 Kitchen Trends for 2026 That Will Make Your Remodel Project Feel Like It's Ahead of the Design Curve
Feature The styles, materials, colors, and layouts for forward-looking kitchen designs that still have timeless appeal
By Hugh Metcalf Last updated
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Yes, London Is Having a Restaurant Merchandise Moment — And It Says Everything About How We Eat Now
Jolene, St. JOHN, Café Deco, Dishoom: the question isn't just which eatery are you, but why are foodie accessories suddenly... everywhere?
By Gilda Bruno Published
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The Decoration of This Home Required "Thoughtful Negotiation Between Eras" — And It’s Done to Perfection
This historic property in Melbourne is now a relaxed family home, all thanks to a refined interior that respects the heritage details
By Tessa Pearson Published
