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How I’d Embrace Rustic Kitchen Style This Year — 24 Kitchenware Pieces That Bring Warmth Through Material
As a stylist, I always begin with material — because that’s what truly shifts the mood and story of a kitchen
By Miaad Latoof Published
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The Best Design-y Things to Do in Prague, According to One of Its Most Influential (and Irreverent) Local Designers — "It's a Textbook of Architecture"
Lasvit's art director, Maxim Velčovský, walks us through the Czech capital, the place that "defined" his world
By Gilda Bruno Published
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As a Stylist, This Is How I’m Giving the Kitchen a Lighter, More Relaxed Feel Using Coastal Decor
A stylist's guide to creating a more relaxed feel in the heart of the home through soft textures and sun-washed finishes.
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published
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I Previewed the Refurb of Legendary Jazz Club Upstairs at Ronnie's — These 3 Retro Design Details From It Are the Way to Make Your Living Room Feel Atmospheric and Intimate
These previously dated vintage accents are having a renaissance, and hold the secret to acoustically sound spaces that ooze luxury and warmth
By Gilda Bruno Published
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I Never Thought I’d Say ‘Design-Forward’ and ‘Extension Cord’ in the Same Sentence, but IKEA’s Practical Necessity Will Elevate Any Space (I Own One, and Want More)
I couldn't leave IKEA without one of these in my trolley — now I'm just annoyed I only bought one
By Debbie Black Published
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Smeg Just Quietly Relaunched Its Expensive-Looking Cookware Range — Beautiful and Induction Compatible? It's an All Rounder
It's not the most budget-friendly cookware out there, but for its quality and style points, Smeg's pans have gone straight to the top of my kitchen wishlist
By Maya Glantz Published
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Design Diary: Meditative Furniture, Clever Wall Candy, and Whimsical Plaster — Field Notes From Our NYC Editor for February
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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Not Only Is IKEA’s Pot Lid Organizer Great for Storing Vinyl Records — This Space-Saving, Budget-Friendly Storage Also Works for Plates, Trays, and Pot Lids, too, of Course
Costing just £5 and rated 5 stars by almost all its reviewers, this is one of the most affordable yet stylish ways to store a variety of different items at home
By Debbie Black Published
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The Zeitgeist Edit — What's on Our Design Radar This February
These are the discoveries and emerging ideas that are inspiring Livingetc's editor this month
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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The Only Design Fairs Worth Traveling for in 2026 — A Culture Editor's Ultimate Guide to Staying Inspired
With so many events to catch across the globe, it's easy to miss out on major cultural moments. Luckily, we've rounded them up for you
By Gilda Bruno Published
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This "Unapologetically Personal" Victorian Terrace Draws Influence From Mid-Century Irreverence and the Works of Wes Anderson
Incorporating designs by icons Eileen Gray, Eames, Flos, and Cassina, along with treasured personal items and globally-sourced vintage pieces, this London home is a refined sanctuary
By Debbie Black Published
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Are Cozmo Sofas Any Good? I Went to Test This Emerging Designer Sofa Brand, and Fell in Love With Its Charm and Comfort
This (relatively new) London-based sofa maker has been making waves in the design world for a few years now, but how are its good-looking sofas to actually sit on? Our editor put them to the test
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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These Are the Best Things to Buy From Castlery If You're Furnishing a Small Space, According to an Interior Designer
The most common mistake? Playing it too safe
By Olivia Emily Published
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"I Like to Call This Home a Charming Collision of Color, Character, and Considered Design," Says the Designer of This Federation Home That Combines Postmodern Italian Design With Memphis-Inspired Color
Italian postmodern design — and Greg Natale's vision — has brought new life to this heritage Sydney home
By Mary Weaver Published
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The Internet Keeps Saying IKEA is Selling This Viral Desk Leg Warmer (But It's Not) — This is Where You Can Actually Get the Trending Product
You may not be able to get this viral under-desk heater at IKEA, but we've found where you can, and plenty of other options to keep you cozy while you work
By Maya Glantz Published
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"Blue Has a Wonderful Versatility, It’s Calming but Still Full of Energy" — How This London Kitchen Balances Classic Good Looks and Feel-Good Color
With a healthy mix of Americana kitsch and classic British charm, this Kensal Rise kitchen acts as a timeless backdrop for family life
By Maya Glantz Published
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Go On, Test Yourself — 7 Iconic Coffee Tables Every Design Buff *Should* Know by Heart
No sign of the Noguchi — these are iconic coffee tables that designers always choose, that have flown under the radar for a little too long
By Pip Rich Published
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How to Stay in the Charming Country Lodge Where the 'Wuthering Heights' Cast Slept While Filming in Yorkshire
You can step into Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's shoes with a picturesque sojourn at Hawes's Simonstone Hall
By Gilda Bruno Published
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This IKEA Speaker Deserves Its Near-Perfect Rating — I Bought It Months Ago and Continue to Be Impressed by Its Style, Ease-of-Use, and Affordable Price Tag
This small but mighty Bluetooth speaker packs a punch, both with sound and style — and for the price, it's an absolute steal
By Debbie Black Published
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Sorry, but Your Bathroom Isn't Really Spa-Like Unless You've Got This One Thing in the Shower — Why Everyone Should Have a Footrest
I'd always thought there was no way to make shaving your legs in the shower feel relaxing — until I discovered these genius shower footrests
By Maya Glantz Published
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The Easiest, Most Effective Bedroom Upgrade? These Are the 24 Best Headboards You Can Buy Right Now — No New Bed Required
Finding a headboard that feels timeless and actually adds character to your space can be overwhelming — so as a stylist, I’ve gathered the best ones out there for you, so you don’t have to.
By Miaad Latoof Published
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I'll Say It — This £40 M&S Table Lamp Really Is the Next Best Thing to Spending £600 on a Similar Style from Soho Home
The golden-amber glass is the secret to instantly warming up a space
By Emma Breislin Published
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IKEA's New Limited-Edition Cast Iron Pot Is as Good (and Good-Looking) as the 'Big' Kitchenware Brands, but So Much More Affordable
Made from enamelled cast iron, this casserole is a winter cooking essential
By Emily Moorman Published
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I Previewed the Makeover of the Orient Express — These Are the 5 Design Tricks I'm Taking to Make Small Rooms Feel "Clever, Refined, and Elegant"
Ahead of its 2027 grand relaunch, I boarded the Art Deco rail icon for an exclusive conversation with Creative Director Maxime d'Angeac and cracked the secret to spaces that exude sophistication, whether intimate or vast
By Gilda Bruno Published
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Okay, There Have Been Plenty of Morris & Co. Collaborations Lately, but Zara Home's Makes the Patterns Feel So Effortlessly Modern
This has to be our favorite new iteration of William Morris' iconic 19th-century botanical patterns
By Olivia Emily Published
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Why Art Deco Makes Sense in Bedrooms Right Now — 24 Pieces I’d Use as a Stylist
A softer interpretation of Art Deco, where its presence feels moodier and more atmospheric in today’s bedrooms — expressed through depth rather than glamour
By Miaad Latoof Published
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IKEA Has Taken the Hacks In-House With SKÅLSTA, It's Cool New Customizable Dining Room Furniture Collection
Choose from a range of seat shells, tabletops, and legs to design your own dining room furniture — it's custom, made affordable
By Ella Kipling Published
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This Joy-Filled, Multi-Generational Home Is a Masterclass in Layering Hues, Yet There's Barely a Colorful Wall in Sight — "It's Full of Delight"
Designer Lonika Chande has played with a palette of nearly every shade going, yet still manages to make this home feel put together
By Pip Rich Published
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I Went Through Marks & Spencer’s Home Collection Like a Stylist — These Are the Pieces You Should Buy Right Now
A 2026-ready home edit of warm woods, soft silver accents, and affordable statement pieces I’d actually style into a real home
By Iokasti Sotirakopoulou Published
