Latest articles by Luke Arthur Wells
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This super-chic new kitchen trend might be the solution to finding room for an island, even if you're short on space
Think your kitchen is too tiny for an island? There's a new idea designers are using to make them work, and it just so happens to look good, too
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5 genius 'extras' to include on your kitchen island – the new game-changers for how you use your kitchen everyday
You'll often find a hob or a sink on a kitchen island - but these alternative ideas add extra value to the heart of your space
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What color is replacing pink? Designers are turning to these three shades to capture a new decorating mood
Millennial pink may have been the defining color for a generation, but it has handed its mantel over to these new, creative color trends
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This architect's trick for positioning a bed in the middle of a room makes me want to be braver with my bedroom layout
Putting a bed in the middle of a room is a shortcut to emulating luxurious hotel-like designs, but it's a tricky layout to get right. Here, an architect explains how it's done best
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Does a kitchen really need a microwave? Why I got rid of this eyesore from my minimalist space and never looked back
Do you really need a microwave? We ask interior designers whether they're pro this countertop appliance, and the best ways to include one if you just have to have one
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This interior designer's trick is the best way to make a dining table feel minimalist – and look good from every angle
I love this idea for avoiding fussy table set-ups, and it's even super practical if you've got an open plan dining space
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70s Couches are the Big Living Room Trend – the Classic Styles Designers Love That You Ought to Know
The 1970s was a golden era for sofa design – and you'll find these ones work perfectly in modern interior schemes
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I'm a convert to this new pillow trend – it's modern, minimalist and will make your couch look 10 times more expensive
Round throw pillows are the trend to know for cool couches – here's why I love them, and the best styles to buy
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Outdoor pendant lights are the decor glow-up every backyard needs – these are the best ways to hang one
Introducing an outdoor pendant light can create a perfectly intimate ambience for your backyard once the sun goes down
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Is it okay to put a bed in front of a window? These designers' verdict made me re-think my bedroom layout
Putting a bed in front of a window might be bad Feng Shui, but sometimes it's the best layout option for your space
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This traditional detail is the last trend we thought we'd see return in 2024 – but we're surprisingly on board
We're seeing this design element often seen in more traditional schemes given a new lease of life by contemporary designers
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These are the 5 bathtub trends you need to know if you're planning a bathroom remodel
Keep ahead of the bandwagon with these trending bathtub styles – whether you're looking for a fresh, exciting design, or something a little more timeless
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5 ideas for using LED lighting in a kitchen that make me regret not including it in my own remodel
LED lighting can be the interesting accent detail that turns an everyday kitchen into something amazing
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I tried this minimalist way of making a bed that interior designers love – it's the antidote to fussy, over-dressed bedrooms
This easy idea for styling your bed is less fussy and super easy to do - but are there any drawbacks?
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This 'dated' flooring I once considered ugly is having a renaissance both indoors and out – now, I love it
I never rated this retro flooring style before, but now it's being re-imagined in new and exciting ways, I've come around
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What is a cabinet toe kick? Why this 'comfortable' detail might be exactly what your kitchen is missing
A cabinet toe kick can make using prep spaces in your kitchen more comfortable - but what are they and where should you put them?
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Are these the world's most unique kitchen islands? Designs that will make you re-think what's possible
You don't have to play by the rules when it comes to your kitchen island. These designs have all made the island a unique standout for the space
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What alternatives to marble are there? The 5 trending materials you should also consider for countertops and more
Marble may be a trending material for our homes, but by looking at these alternatives, you might just discover something unique and unexpected
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Mixing warm and cool colors is the new shortcut to an on-trend palette – here's how interior designers do it
Designers are creating unexpected combinations by mixing warm and cool colors in surprisingly complementary ways
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Forget Carrara – these incredible types of marble are what the world's best designers are using instead
Subtle marble furniture and surfaces aren't inspiring designers like they used to, so it's time to get acquainted with the bolder types of marble they're using instead
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When should you use knobs vs pulls in a kitchen? The simple rule of thumb to know (and why I decided to break it)
Is deciding between knobs vs pulls for your kitchen handles an aesthetic choice, or a functional one? Here's what the experts have to say
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This countertop idea is trending for beautifully textured kitchens – but is it worth sacrificing practicality for?
Designers are embracing tiled countertops for the most beautiful kitchens, but there are question marks over how practical they are
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How to display wall art in a living room – designers and stylists on the new ways to hang frames in your home
Some of our favorite designers are using fresh living room wall art ideas to elevate the way we display wall decor. Get their top tips for hanging artwork and the trends in framing and more
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These quick decorating ideas will take less than a day, yet make your home feel brand new
Spend your time wisely with this pick of the 10 best quick decorating ideas that will transform your home with just a day's labor
