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What We Can Learn From Friluftsliv – The Scandinavian Outdoor Living Secret That Will Transform Your GardenThe Scandi concept of 'open air living' is all about reconnecting with nature and spending more time outdoors all year round
By Sarah Wilson Published
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These Are the 4 Rug Colors to Avoid in 2026 – And the Hues Designers Are Using InsteadFrom overly saturated looks to neutral floor coverings that feel 'invisible', these are the styles designers are moving away from this year
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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5 Tabletop Gardens That Make Outdoor Spring Dining Feel MagicalLevel up your hosting with a charming miniature garden centerpiece
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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How I Host: A Colorful, Floral-Inspired Spring Gathering With Butter WakefieldLayers of color, pattern, texture and, of course flowers, make Butter Wakefield's tablescape one that's effortlessy elegant
By Hebe Hatton Published
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How to Give Your New Backyard 'Instant History' – 6 Ideas to Transform Your Patio into an English Countryside EscapeElevate your outdoor space with antique pieces that will add personality and character for a relaxing, storied space...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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The 4 Clever Layout Tricks Designers Use to Make a TV Less Dominant in Your Living RoomKeep your TV out of sight with these four easy tricks that focus on positioning rather than disguising
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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The 15 Expert-Approved Kitchen Island Ideas You Need to Know About Before You Start Your RemodelKitchen islands are all about balancing aesthetics with practicality, they need to look great and add extra storage and surface space. All these ideas get that balance spot on
By Linda Clayton Last updated
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How to Create a Dreamy Spring Reading Nook You’ll Never Want to LeaveLooking for a weekend project? A reading nook can be added to an underused corner in just a few hours
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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3 Bedroom Colors Going Out of Style in 2026 – And What Designers Are Using InsteadInterior designers are waving goodbye to these three hues in 2026, so steer clear of them if you're planning on painting your bedroom
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Discover Your Birth Month Backyard Animal – And the Symbolic Meaning Behind ItLook out for your birth month animal next time you venture into your yard
By Martha Davies Published
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No Pantry? No Problem. These Fuss-Free Storage Solutions For Kitchens Without Built-In Food Storage Maximize the Space You Already HaveThese ideas prove you don't need a dedicated room to make food storage feel stylish and practical
By Molly Malsom Last updated
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Have You Heard of a Bantry? It’s the New Must-Have Kitchen Trend That’s Luxurious but PracticalInterior designers are embracing the 'bantry' for its space-saving qualities and ability to connect rooms without disrupting workflow
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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What Your Favorite Classic Novel Says About Your Decorating StyleGot a favorite classic novel? Chances are it says more about your design style than your literary tastes
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Goodbye Plain Patios – These 2026 Outdoor Furniture Trends Are All About PersonalityThink Riviera stripes, woven textures, and sun-drenched color
By Charlotte Olby Published
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'It All Grew Out of Me Being a Weird Kid' – Ken Fulk Was Destined to Become a World-Acclaimed Interior Designer, and This Is What He Knows About Creating Perfect SpacesAs part of our Layered Lives interview series, perfectionist Ken Fulk talks about how he knows that a home is a stage that can be set for good times to be had
By Pip Rich Published
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What to Thrift According to Your Zodiac – The Astrologer's Guide to Shopping Second HandCreate a truly authentic home by letting the stars guide your next thrift trip
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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How to Design a Healing Garden This Spring – Stress-Reducing Plants and Layouts That Really Work to Reduce CortisolDesigned in the right way, gardens can become a powerful force for boosting wellbeing and healing
By Sarah Wilson Published
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When I Get This One Decorating Trick Right, Everything Else Just Falls Into PlaceLighting elevates everything around it. It makes wood feel richer, fabrics feel softer, and colors more nuanced
By Tineke Triggs Published
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5 Benjamin Moore Colors Perfect for Small Living RoomsThese are the Benjamin Moore paints that help blur boundaries, add depth, and create a small living room you'll gravitate towards every time...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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Is Your Attic a Goldmine or a Junk Pile? What Vintage Pieces to Ditch in 2026 – and the Hidden Gems to Hold OntoInterior designers say it's time to say goodbye to these four vintage items that are likely lurking in your attic
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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The 10-Minute Color Swap Designers Use To Instantly Brighten a Bedroom for Spring – And No, It Doesn't Involve a PaintbrushWe asked designers what small, but impactful changes they make to their homes in spring and one update came up top
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Designers Are Using This High-Low Material Mix to Create 2026’s Chicest Kitchens – It’s a Guaranteed Way to Embrace the Soft Minimalist TrendThis high-low kitchen formula feels both modern and soulful
By Charlotte Luxford Published
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Bold Color Might Be Topping Design Trends, but Leanne Ford Says Neutrals Aren’t Going Anywhere – Here’s How the Designer Is Bringing the Classics Into 2026Leanne Ford shares her tips and tricks on decorating with neutrals in 2026 – and her all-time favorite paint color to help her achieve the look
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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What Is the Friction-Maxxing Trend? The Intentional Clash Defining Today’s Most Interesting HomesFrom pairing antiques with contemporary pieces to mixing materials, scales, and styles, today’s most compelling interiors embrace tension and friction rather than uniformity
By Pip Rich Published
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Your Windows Are Due a Spring Refresh – 5 Designer-Approved Treatments That Instantly Elevate Your SpaceFrom romantic balloon blinds to dainty café curtains, get inspired this spring by these five window treatments from the pages of Homes & Gardens
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Why Designers Are 'Upholstering' Their Gardens In 2026 – 'We’ve Spent So Long Softening Our Interiors That It Makes Sense Our Gardens Are Following Suit'From plush sofas to comfy armchairs, the upholstered garden trend blurs the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Never Throw Away a Sprouting Onion – There Are Just 5 Steps to Replant It for a Brand New HarvestThis is one of the best ways to get a sustainable crop
By Drew Swainston Published
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Designers Are Obsessed With ‘Book Drenching’ – The 2026 Trend That Wraps Your Entire Room in Color and CharacterIf you've got a book collection, you've got decor, this is how designers are making the 'library wrap' the star of their projects
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Asymmetry, Genius Hidden Storage, and Unconventional Design Features – Inside a Timeless Kitchen That Still Breaks All the Design RulesClassic materials combine with unexpected details to bring this once-dated kitchen to life
By Molly Malsom Published
