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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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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
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What Is Eco Brutalism? The Exciting Design Style That Clashes Concrete With Nature
This biophilic iteration of the classic design style reaches further into Brutalism's environmental roots
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Kitchen Cabinet Details to Avoid If You Don't Want Your Space to Look Old-Fashioned
Steer clear of these design details to ensure your space remains stylish for years to come
By Rebecca Foster Published
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Is It Really Worth Spending Your Bathroom Budget on Underfloor Heating? Here's Our Verdict
There's no denying the luxurious feeling of warm tiles beneath your feet, but is underfloor heating really a necessary addition? Designers give us the lowdown
By Maya Glantz Published
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This 600-Year-Old Fabric Design Is Having a Moment — It Brings a Sense of 'Age and History' to Your Home
These days, there are so many ways to do statement verdure textiles, and it doesn't have to involve relinquishing your entire wall
By Emma Breislin Published
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I'm a Professional Kitchen Designer — These Are the 7 Storage Hacks I'll Always Share With My Clients
Storage is an important part of the home, especially the kitchen, and this designer says there are a few things you should keep an eye out for.
By William Durrant Published
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Are Glass Kitchen Cabinets Actually a Good Idea? These Are the Pros and Cons of Using Them
If you want to bring some more light into your kitchen, glass-fronted cabinets may just be the answer, but there are drawbacks, too
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Moody Dark Blue From Benjamin Moore Is the Wall Color People with Timeless Taste Pick
The best-selling shade is a staple for anyone hoping to achieve a classic yet charming interior aesthetic
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Flat Vs Pitched Roof Extensions — What's the Better Option for You and Your Home?
If you're planning a new extension, but not sure how to decide on the roof type, our guide explains the ins and outs of flat and pitched roofs
By Amy Reeves Published
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10 Glass Kitchen Cabinet Ideas That Feel Super Elevated (and Will Make Your Space Look Bigger)
The oldest trick in the kitchen design book? Using glass-fronted doors will break up expanses of cabinetry and make your space feel more open
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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18 Modern Living Room Ideas That Feel at the Cutting Edge of Design, Yet Still Soft and Inviting
Sleek, but soft — designers reveal their tricks of the trade when it comes to making modern living rooms feel comfortable
By Emma Breislin Published
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How Much Does a New Kitchen Cost? The Guide for 2025, From a Renovation Expert
Will your dream kitchen fit your finances, or will you have to strategically spend and save when completing this project?
By Amy Reeves Published
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Mixing Marbles Is the Emerging Tell That You've Got Style Confidence — It's the Daring Move for a Design-Forward Home
Bold, eclectic, and a little bit clashing, this trend for using stone in new and creative ways proves the more marble the merrier
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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It's Bohemian, Not Boho — The 2025 Revival of This Eclectic Trend Is Cooler Than You Remember
Less curated, more collected. The 2025 boho look is messy in all the right ways. From Ikat patterns to chandeliers, shop everything you need to get the look
By Julia Demer Published
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10 Iconic Furniture Pieces From Design History That Any Interiors Buff Should Know By Name
A touchstone of their time, these classic furniture designs tell a story of craftsmanship, care, and a commitment to innovation
By Phoebe Kut Published
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Check-mate. These Surprising Checkerboard Kitchen Features Are Proving This Pattern Is Here To Stay
Not just limited to old-school diner floors, there are endless chic ways to bring this print to your kitchen, here are some of our designers favorites.
By Maya Glantz Published
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Induction vs Gas Hob — Which Is Best? Warning: This Debate Gets a Little Heated
No decision will impact your cooking more than your choice of hob, so we asked our experts for their thoughts
By Maya Glantz Published
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9 Super-Creative Arched Doorway Ideas That Will Make Your Transitional Spaces the Star of Your Home
Bring awkward in-between spaces to life one arched doorway at a time. Here are some designer-approved ideas to inspire you
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How Much Should Countertops Overhang for Seating? The Golden Rule Kitchen Designers Swear by
We love a kitchen island dining setup, but what's the optimal amount of overhang needed for this design?
By Maya Glantz Published
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Is This the Most Expensive-Looking Color? Meet 'Phthalo Green', the New It Hue for Decorating Luxuriously
A touch of this elegant jewel-tone is all a space needs to ooze taste
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Style Pulse AW25 — Livingetc's Biannual Report on the Designs, Materials, Colors, and Shapes Set to Be Leading Interiors Next Season
Taking a global point of view and drawing from fashion, culture, and beyond, our forecast is your ultimate tool for understanding what's next in design
By Roddy Clarke Published
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5 Objects Our Editors Say That Every Living Room Should Have to Make It Way More Expensive-Looking
Whether a statement lamp, a specific style of throw pillow, or a clever catchall, the Livingetc team spills their 'must haves' for a design-forward space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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7 Genius Ways to Use Your Stone Countertop Offcuts That Elevate the Rest of Your Home (and Save You Money)
These smart fixes embody the waste not, want not mindset, all while looking ultra stylish
By Maya Glantz Published
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7 Kitchens With Beadboard Cabinets That Feel Both Timeless and Trendy
Infuse your kitchen with timeless charm or make it ultra modern, anything goes with the beadboard cabinet trend
By Linda Clayton Published
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10 Vintage IKEA Pieces That Have Become Valuable Cult Favorites
If you ever spy one of these IKEA classics hidden in the back of a secondhand store or estate sale — buy it
By Virginia Chamlee Published
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Sometimes the Smallest Detail in Your Kitchen Makes the Biggest Impact, and This Colorful Cabinet Pull Trend Proves It
Consider your choice of pulls, handles, and knobs like the jewelry of the kitchen — they can make or break the entire look
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Forget Air Fryers, This Is the Cleverest Smart Kitchen Tech to Make Cooking Easier and Quicker
If time is your biggest hurdle in cooking delicious meals, these smart oven features will help you make meals so much faster, no air fryer required
By Maya Glantz Published
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10 Neutral Kitchen Ideas That Are Timeless But Feel Right for Right Now — There's One for Every Style of Home
Neutral doesn't have to mean boring. In fact, a refined palette is often the springboard for more exciting design details
By Oonagh Turner Published