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This Overlooked Space in Your Kitchen Could Be Causing Feng Shui Problems — Here's What to Do to Avoid Negative Flow
According to Feng Shui, where your stove sits matters. So instead of tampering with the chi in your home, here are six rules to note for a harmonious kitchen.
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9 Bathroom Storage Mistakes You're Probably Making That Make Using This Space Much Harder — And What to Do Instead
Discover which mistakes are to blame for your overcrowded and cluttered bathroom
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7 Budgeting Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Kitchen Extension
Designing a kitchen extension on a strict budget requires you to work smarter, not harder. Avoiding these slip ups is the first step to success.
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How to Thrift a 1970s Furniture Aesthetic — Without It Looking Kitschy
The secret to curating a stylish 70s aesthetic is by finding the real deal, and your best bet at that is thrifting secondhand — here's how
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5 Problems With Painting Your Walls White That No-One Ever Talks About (Until Now)
White is the easiest neutral to work with...right? Interior designers explain why this shade is actually more complex than it may seem
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The Japanese Principle of Iki (粋) Is All About 'Refined Elegance' — Here's How to Embrace It in Your Home
If your interior vibe is all about refined elegance and opulent minimalism, you need to know about the Japanese principle of 'Iki'. Here's how to bring it home.
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A Digestible Guide to Greenwashing in Interior Design — What It Is, What It's Not, and How to Avoid It
Designers and sustainability experts share their guidance on navigating eco claims and sourcing ethically
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What Can I Choose Instead of Brass Taps? 4 Finishes That Are Emerging in 2025's Kitchens and Bathrooms
If you want to try something a little different for your kitchen or bathroom finishes, these are the trending styles in taps beyond classic brass
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Kris Jenner’s 'All-Green' Glass Fridge Is My Organization Inspo of the Week — Here Are 5 Smart Storage Takeaways I'll Be Adopting
If you're looking for fridgescaping inspiration, you might not think to look to Kris. But her all-green fridge says otherwise. Here are five tips we've learnt.
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These are the Best Entryway Colors Designers Swear By (and the Shades They Say to Avoid)
The color of your entryway sets the tone — bold first impression or a calming oasis? The choice is yours, but pick wisely
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8 Tranquil Water Garden Ideas for Outdoor Spaces of All Sizes That Look Beautiful and Train Your Ear Away From Noisy Distractions
If you enjoy spending time outdoors and are looking for ways to elevate your backyard's ambiance, here are 88 water garden ideas that are sure to inspire.
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5 Problems With Boiling Water Taps That No One Ever Talks About — And How to Troubleshoot Them
We got our experts to spill the beans on the truth behind these kitchen staples
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Orchids in a Bathroom? This Plant Stylist Has a Clever Trick for Bringing This Beautiful Bloom Into the Space
If you're looking for inspiration to create a wellness-inspired bathroom, this clever DIY should be on your mood board. Spoiler alert: it features orchids.
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5 Mistakes That Are Making the Blue Details in Your Room Feel Old-Fashioned — And How to Rectify Them
Blue is a timeless shade, no doubt, but use it in the wrong space or in the wrong way, and it can make a space feel, well... a bit blue
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Does a Kitchen Need to Have a Door? Experts Give Us a Breakdown on Risks and Benefits
As popular as open-plan kitchens may be, they aren't for everyone. Our experts break down all the pros and cons of this design style.
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'Poison Arrows' Are My Biggest Feng Shui Red Flag — Here's 5 That Could Be Throwing Off Your Home's Energy
When it comes to Feng Shui red flags, poison arrows are at the top of the list. However, they can be easily avoided. Here are five common causes and solutions.
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How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger — 10 Insider Tricks From Garden Designers
Discover the clever ideas and nifty tricks landscapers and garden designers use to create an illusion of more outdoor space
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Should I Go for a Mixer or Standard Tap in My Bathroom? The Debate Might Be Finally Settled
The experts weigh in on the choice between a standard tap and a mixer, so you know which one to choose.
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8 Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like Spring — The Tips, and Scents, That'll Appeal to Your Nose for the New Season
Don't get caught lacking with wintery home fragrance now that spring has sprung
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5 Dated Kitchen Layouts to Avoid, Plus the Contemporary Blueprints Designers Are Choosing Instead
If you want to design a kitchen with a coherent floorplan conducive to better flow and functionality, these are the layouts to steer clear of
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How to Thrift Furniture Like a Vintage Dealer — The Tricks of the Trade to Know
Spotting real versus a replica, identifying marker's marks, and curating your own signature style — Livingetc's Vintage and Antiques Expert shares all
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Interior Designers Say These 7 Tile Mistakes Are Making Your Bathroom Look Cheap — And You Should Avoid Them at All Costs
Wonky tiles and shoddy grout lines? Not on our watch
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How to Hide Outdoor Lighting Wires and Cables — 7 Tips for a Patio Free From Circuitry Eyesores
Visible wiring and cables are a major design faux pas your patio can do without. So here are some clever ways to conceal circuitry for a clean finish
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What Colors Go With Lavender? 13 Combinations for One of This Year's Most Trendy Colors
Purple may not be the first color you reach for when it comes to your interiors, but we're here to make a case for lovely lilacs and lavender hues
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7 Bathroom Organizers That Will Change the Flow of Your Space — And Also Help You Cull Clutter
Keep all your bathroom essentials contained and ditch the clutter for good with these smart ideas
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What Is A Dirty Kitchen, And Why Do I Need One?
This is the hidden feature designers wish they could include in every house
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5 Overrated Houseplants That Indoor Garden Experts Actually Don't Like — And What They Say You Should Grow Instead
Let's take a moment to de-influence you from these over-hyped houseplants that aren't actually worth the trouble
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6 Bed Linen Care Mistakes to Avoid If You Want Your Sheets to Look Good for Longer
Washing, drying, and storing your bed linen properly is the key to longer-lasting sheets that stay smooth and soft
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5 of the Best Navy Blue Paint Colors That Designers Love — And How to Use Them
Navy blue has timeless appeal and can feel both modern yet classic, but what are the designers' favorite paints?
