Latest articles by Hebe Hatton
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Is your outdoor dining table in the right place? Designers on the secret formula to the most elevated alfresco setup
Knowing if your outdoor dining table in the right place means you can live alfresco in style, entertaining and relaxing to your heart's content
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'Make it happy and fresh!' Designers explain how to choose the perfect color scheme to elevate your backyard
Because choosing the right color scheme for your outdoor space is every bit as important as choosing one for your indoor space
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'It's not too late!' These are the vegetables you can plant in July to be eating from your backyard by fall
Want to get planting up your veg plot but not sure if it's too late? Actually, July can be a great month for sowing loads of different veg
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Side yard ideas - 10 ways landscape designers create magic in these underutilized spaces
Because a side yard can be so much more than a space to store your trash cans and gardening tools, and these design ideas can make it the best part of your home
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7 secrets you need to know to be a pro indoor gardener with a home so lush that no plants ever die
Indoor gardening isn't rocket science but there are a few basic things you need to get it right. Experts explain the secrets to a perfectly lush home
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14 kitchens without wall cabinets that mean more light, less bulkiness and just as much storage
Whether you are tight on space, or just want to keep your kitchen light and open, ditching wall cabinets is a trend to embrace
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'These design tricks will help you avoid the midday slump!' How to perfect WFO (working from outside) in your backyard
We asked some of our favorite designers how they WFO and create the perfect set up to feel both peaceful and productive
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'I didn't know I could have this in a small space!' This new furniture trend makes the most of even the tiniest homes
A desk that turns into a bed? A cupboard that opens into a table? A wall that hides a kitchen? This is how you do transforming furniture to perfect small space living
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Do NOT decorate anything without reading this first - 9 designer secrets for coming in on (or under) budget
We asked top designers about their experiences with setting budgets and what tips they have for sticking to them
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'You want soft and warm!' 11 designer secrets - and 1 magic trick - for perfect backyard ambience you can relax in
Because to seamlessly tradition your alfresco entertaining area from day to night, the right outdoor dining lighting ideas are a must. Designers explain how to get them right
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'They're so comforting!' Designers explain why minimaluxe living rooms are the only decor style you need to know about
Minimaluxe living rooms are calming, contemporary and comforting - a space to feel relaxed yet smart and elegant. Designers explain how to create this elevated look
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The 8 best plants for an indoor zen garden – what to grow to add calm and tranquility to your home
The 8 best plants for an indoor zen garden will help fill your home with peace and serenity, creating a space that can feel meditative to be in
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'So gentle on the eyes!' 9 minimaluxe kitchens that prove this new design trend will be elevating homes for years
Minimaluxe kitchens blend together the simplicity of minimalism with the warmth of a modern rustic style, creating a look that feels wonderful - and luxe - to live in
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How to create an indoor zen garden - designer advice that will instantly make your home so much more peaceful
Dreamy Japanese-inspired indoor zen gardens are perfect for creating an escape from everyday life – here's how to bring one into your home
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7 minimaluxe color schemes designers use to combine warmth, calm and elegance in the most wonderful way
Minimaluxe color schemes tend to be fairly neutral but what they lack in range they make up for in depth. These clever palettes will create spaces you can be relax in
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10 herb garden ideas that are as bountiful as they are beautiful (and super easy to maintain)
Whether you have green thumbs or just want to grow some low maintenance edible plants, herb garden ideas are perfect for any size, space and any ability
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10 best colors for small entryways according to interior designers – shades to elevate your tiny space
Just because your square footage is small, don't hold back from going big with your color scheme when it comes to the entryway
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10 living rooms where the focal point is NOT a TV - design experts have a better approach
A techless living room where the focal point isn't a TV is the best kind of living room, and these 10 are perfect examples of what to look at instead
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How to simplify a small living room – 10 designer approved tips for instantly more calming decor
A fail safe formula for designing a space that's chic, simple, and makes the most of your living room no matter how small - designers explain how to simplify your space
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12 easy changes you can make to your living room to instantly elevate how it looks and feels
These are the 12 easy changes top designers make when they want to quickly elevate a living room - small swaps that make a big decor difference
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Should a living room rug match your couch or walls (or neither)? Interior designers explain the best process
As with the majority of interior design questions, there are no hard and fast rules, but these tips can sway you to make the right decisions for your space
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8 ways to warm up cool tones - how to decorate with whites, blues and greys and still make your home feel friendly
Cool tones may be a big design trend but there are ways to stop them from feeling cold. These 8 ways to warm them up come designer approved
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The closet island is the design trend all the smartest refurbs are being styled around - here are the 8 best
Islands aren't just for kitchens, and closet islands are a big design trend. Whether you have a walk-in or want to evoke the mood of one, here are the 8 best
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How can I make my living room more beautiful? 13 designer tips to easily elevate your space
13 easy ways designers use to make living rooms more beautiful - from quick color overhauls to a refresh of your textures and prints
