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What Is Microcementing? A Complete Guide to Designers' Favorite Ultra-Durable Material
Microcement is the perfect rustic-chic coating that might have started out life in the bathroom, but that we want all over the house now
By Maya Glantz Published
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How to Create an Incense Bowl That Will Make Your Home Smell Amazing — All You Need Is These 3 Ingredients
Move your incense sticks aside and make way for incense bowls instead. This new format offers a scenting medium that doubles as an accessory to any space.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Design Mistakes That Will Make Your Kitchen Countertops Look Dated — What Not to Pick (And What to Choose Instead)
You'll never grow tired of a timelessly chic countertop design, but don't get them confused with these trend-led choices
By Maya Glantz Published
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Using the Color Wheel in Interior Design Might Seem Like Extra Fuss, But as a Color Expert, I Promise It’s Foolproof
Understanding how to properly clash, complement, and categorize colors is the secret to unlocking the unexpected in interior design
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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What Is Rosso Levanto? This Striking Marble Is The Secret To The Most Dramatic Bathroom Designs.
The material of choice for design buffs in the know, this marble is set to become the hottest material of the year.
By Maya Glantz Published
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Forget Coastal Themes and Feature Walls — This Is How to Decorate With Blue in the Freshest, Most Exciting Ways
We've been underestimating the power of blue when it comes to our interiors. Here, we break down how to do it well
By Amy Moorea Wong Published
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This Is the Most Overlooked Thing When It Comes to Your Bedroom's 'Good Energy' — According to Feng Shui
The synergy between your bed and nightstand could be tampering with the Feng Shui of your bedroom. Here's what to consider when designing the space.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Where to Buy Carpet — 6 Brands to Know If You Want Soft (and Design-Forward) Flooring Underfoot
Looking for a carpet brand that will add style and elegance to your home? Here are a few we're keeping an eye on this year and why they're worth the investment.
By Faiza Saqib Published
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Natural Stone vs Concrete Paving — Both Popular Choices, But One Wins Out on Style Alone
Commit to the right paving choice for your patio with this easy guide to the differences between these two materials
By Maya Glantz Published
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Houseplant Trends — What to Choose, and How to Style and Care for It in 2025
According to plant experts, these are the seven houseplant trends to keep an eye out for this year
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Every Kitchen Designer I Asked Said This Storage Feature Is the One Thing That Will Defeat Your Space's Clutter
Sleek, beautiful and functional, no designer kitchen is complete without one of these space-saving storage spots
By Maya Glantz Published
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Marie Kondo's 5 Tricks for an Organized Entryway Helped Me Cut My Clutter — And Uncover the Value of Space
Known for her expertise in the field of decluttering and home organization, Marie Kondo's word is all we need to get our entryways sorted once and for all.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to Survive a Kitchen Remodel — The 10 Lessons I Learned the Hard Way That Make Your Project a Lot Easier
First-hand advice on how to reduce overwhelm and stress during the remodeling process (from someone who's been there and done it more than once)
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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4 Times Designers Say You Definitely Shouldn't Paint Your Walls and Ceiling in the Same Color
Though spaces washed all in one color are certainly popular right now, it could be throwing off your entire room's aesthetic
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 5 Japanese Design Principles Everyone Who Wants a Calm-Feeling Home Should Know About
If you're looking to create a home with a sense of calm and uncluttered minimalism at its core, these simple Japanese aesthetic principles are all you need
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Bifold Doors vs Sliding — Which Is the Best Way to Open Up Your Home?
Letting the light into our homes should be a priority with renovations and extension, but where should you invest and what style works for your home?
By Amy Reeves Published
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How Much Will It Cost to Remodel My Utility Room? Experts Break Down the Figures
An expert guide to the utility room remodel costs you can expect when undertaking this all-important project
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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6 'Energetic Colors' for Vitality and "Sophisticated Interiors", According To Psychologists And Design Experts
Need an energy boost? These hues do far more than add gusto to your interiors, here's how to shake up your home's vibe
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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The Experts Have Spoken - These Are All The Places You Should Never Place A Bath
Don't fall for these rooky errors, listen to our experts advice on all the places you should avoid installing your tub
By Maya Glantz Published
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What Is the Difference Between Art Nouveau and Art Deco? Here's How to Distinguish the 20th-Century Design Movements
Though the may share a similar name and era, the two design styles have varying distinguishable elements
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 'Decluttering Scavenger Hunt' Turns This Household Chore Into a Game (That You Could Totally Play With the Kids Today)
The 'gamification 'of decluttering might just make clearing your clutter more tolerable — this is a solution for all the task-averse
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Not to Do When Remodeling Your Kitchen — 5 Things Designers Say You Should Avoid
There are a few things you'll want to avoid doing when redesigning your space
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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Freestanding vs Built In Tubs — Which Wins in the Battle of the Baths?
Once upon a time, you simply had to decide whether your were a shower, or a bath person. Now, there's a new option to choose between.
By Maya Glantz Published
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'Ma' (間) Is the Japanese Minimalist Aesthetic I Think Everyone Should Read About Before They Start Decorating
Find your calm and zen with the Ma aesthetic that will change the way you think and feel when it comes to your home and what surrounds it.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are Fluted Glass Kitchen Cabinets Still on Trend? How to Make This Style Feel Right for Now
Using reeded glass in cabinetry has soared in popularity in recent years, but is it still a design-forward choice for kitchens?
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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A Bathroom Under the Stairs Is the Game-changing (but Tricky-to-Pull-Off) Small-Space Hack — What You Need to Know
Squeezing in a powder room under your staircase will change the dynamic of your home for the better, but it's not the easiest to pull off
By Maya Glantz Published
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How Much Space Do You Need for Walking Between Furniture? I'm a Spatial Designer, and You'll Want at Least This Much
These are the general rules to be guided by when spacing out furniture to ensure you room feels inviting and comfortable
By Delphine Bouvet Published
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I'm an Architect Who Has Designed My Fair Share of Kitchen Extensions — These Are the 10 Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
There are a few things you need to look out for when extending your kitchen, according to this designer
By Victoria Brown Published
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What to Put in Glass Kitchen Cabinets — And the Things to Never Keep in Them if You Want Your Storage Looking Its Best
Glass door fronts shed some light on what's inside your cabinets, for better or worse. Here's what experts say to display, and what to avoid
By Luke Arthur Wells Published