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Sorry, but That Trendy Brown and Light Blue Color Combination Is So Overdone — Here's the Tweak to Make so That It Feels FresherBurgundy and light blue are the color combination for the coolest of homes; it's classic yet so contemporary
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Stop — Before You Buy Your Next Sofa, Interior Designers Warn These 4 Colors Have Fallen Out of Favor in 2026It's not that these colors are necessarily 'outdated', but to feel right for 2026 interiors, they require more nuance
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This ‘Closet Curtain’ Might Be the Best Way to Make Your Wardrobe Look More Expensive Right NowIt’s a simple addition to glass-fronted doors, but one that allows for introducing color, pattern, and texture that elevate your design
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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I Watched an Iconic Chair Being Made, and It Changed How I Think About Good FurnitureA visit to Ligne Roset’s archive, factory and family home gave me a much deeper appreciation of the craft and quiet precision behind the Togo’s enduring appeal
By Miaad Latoof Published
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The New Rules of 'Transitional Style' Aren't About Playing It Safe — They're About Mixing Eras With ConfidenceDesigners give us the new rules to live by to make transitional style work in any space
By Becks Shepherd Published
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Forget Millennial Pink, This Is the Exact Shade the Most Exciting Designers Are Using Instead in 2026It's bold, characterful, and undeniably fun — here's how to use it in your home
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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"They've Reached a Fever Pitch" — 5 Trends That Are So Big Right Now Designers Are Convinced They'll Be Out of Style Very SoonThey aren't quite 'outdated', but they're best used with restraint and intention
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 10 Sofas Worth Designing Your Home Around in 2026, According to Some of the Coolest DesignersBy starting with the biggest piece in the room, the rest of the design ought to just flow. These are the 10 sofas designers used to create entire schemes
By Pip Rich Published
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5 'Quiet' Colors to Paint Your Living Room That Are 2026-Approved (and No, They're Not All Neutrals)These are the exact paint shades interior designers use for setting a calm backdrop
By Emily Moorman Published
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5 Design Lessons to Bring to London Homes From Mediterranean Climates, According to a Cypriot DesignerWarm colors, natural materials, and more — our expert knows exactly how to bring the Mediterranean home with you
By Maya Glantz Published
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Livingetc Style Awards 2026 — AccessoriesIncluding beautifully woven rugs and sculptural mirrors to handcrafted tableware, tactile textiles and mood-setting scents, these are the pieces that turn a house into a home
By Livingetc Published
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Meet the ‘Night Bathroom’ — How Designers Are Changing How They Plan Spaces Specifically for the Evening Wind-Down RoutineFrom dark color to moody lighting, here's how to create a night bathroom for the ultimate relaxation spot
By Lara Sargent Published
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Small Rooms Deserve Big Design Moments, too — And These 5 Designer-Approved Small Space Trends Reward Boldness"Small spaces actually reward boldness. They're contained enough that one strong choice can carry the whole room"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Designers Say These Four Rug Styles Will Always Look Timeless, No Matter How You Decorate Your HomeA timeless rug will include both high-quality materials and a clear sense of personal taste
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Would You Put a Pond Inside Your Home? This Might Just Be the Most Captivating Way to Subtly Cool Your SpaceIt may seem an unexpected choice, but it's actually quite common in Asian homes, and the effect is breathtaking
By Emma Breislin Published
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This 'Dimpled' Wood Trend Proves That, When Done Right, Texture Can Replace Color in a RoomThe carved surface adds instant character and a sense of craft that AI will never be able to generate, say designers
By Emma Breislin Published
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8 Design-y Kitchen Wallpaper Ideas That Prove Patterned Paper Absolutely Belongs in This SpacePattern has officially left the powder room — and these kitchens show exactly where it should land
By Linda Clayton Published
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Ever Heard of the ‘Wrong Color’ Theory? Here's Why Every Room Needs One 'Ugly' HueVisual tension makes a space look and feel memorable — here’s how to navigate this unexpected design concept
By James Cunningham Published
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Okay, Gradient Painting Is the Coolest New Trick to Completely Transform Your Space — It's Like Ombre, but So Much BetterGradient balcony floors today, a gradient interior wall tomorrow? Here's why this new trend is so exciting for interiors
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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6 Bathroom Color Drenching Ideas Designers Love That Prove It's Not Just About PaintThe most stylish color-drenched bathrooms layer color, tiles, joinery, and architectural details to create spaces that feel immersive, sophisticated, and full of depth
By Ruth Doherty Published
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Forget Quiet Luxury, 'Quietly Dramatic' Kitchens Are the Style Everyone's Talking About in 2026Balance, contrast, and restraint are the key ingredients to this understated yet memorable kitchen style
By Maya Glantz Published
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It’s Not as Simple as ‘Light Uppers, Dark Lowers’ Any More — This Is How Designers Are Doing Two-Tone Kitchens in 2026Think less matchy-matchy, more strategic color placement, when it comes to using dual shades in a kitchen
By Linda Clayton Published
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What Color to Paint Your Dining Room, According to Color Psychology — To Encourage Conversation, Connection, and CelebrationAn expert guide to how color psychology affects the vibe of your dining room, so you can select the shades that set the scene for your space
By Karen Haller Published
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Painted Walls Are So Basic in 2026 — Here’s What Designers Are Replacing Them With in BedroomsMatte paint tends to feel flat, so why not consider alternatives? These six dreamy ideas will make your bedroom look cool, calm, and oh-so contemporary
By James Cunningham Published
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Londoners Are Adding These Hidden 'Sinking' Pools to Their Gardens — But Are They Actually Worth It?No, it's not a magic trick — these retractable designs actually transform your basic patio into a swimming pool at the press of a button
By Maya Glantz Published
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Caramel and Bronze Tones Are the "Complex and Atmospheric" Alternative to Pale Neutrals That Designers Are All Over Right Now — Here's WhyLight beige tones can fall flat, but these bronzed neutrals fill rooms with mood and depth
By Emily Moorman Published
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White is Boring — This Is the One Ceiling Color Designers Wish More People Would TryIt's grounding, calming, and much more visually interesting than white, according to these color experts
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The Design Barometer for July — What's on the Rise, and What's on the Way Out in Interiors, Culture, and Wellness This MonthIn our monthly Zeitgeist Edit, our editor runs through the big stories and moments happening now
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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Interior Designers Don't Use White Trim Any More — Here’s What They’re Doing InsteadWhen it comes to baseboards and window casings, why go for the default? Decorative finishes and colorful paints create a bolder, far less ordinary look
By James Cunningham Published
