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The 14 Interior Trends We’ll All Be Decorating With in 2026 – Expect More Color, More Print, and Plenty More Personality
We asked interior designers to share the trends they believe will define 2026 – and the surprising styles set for a major comeback
By Charlotte Olby Published
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At Anna's Table: It's Canape Season – These are my Fail-Safe Recipes and Serving Tips
Whether you're hosting an impromptu gathering or a sparkling festive party, my tried and tested tips and recipes will serve you (and your guests) well
By Anna Last Published
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Design DNA: Inside a Small but Mighty San Francisco Kitchen That Looks Like It’s Been Plucked from the English Countryside
Lived-in, charming, and secretly functional, Lynn Kloythanomsup breaks down the Design DNA of this country kitchen in this city
By Keith Flanagan Published
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December’s Birth Month Color Might Be Unexpected, but It’s More Versatile Than You Might Think – Here’s How to Bring Tanquil Turquoise into Your Home
Turquoise brings to mind tranquil tropical waters and warmer climates. But to call it a summer-only shade is to limit it, because it can be a surprisingly versatile shade that works all year round
By Hebe Hatton Published
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9 Chic, Yet Easy DIY Advent Calendar Ideas to Make Now
Looking for creative ways to mark the run-up to Christmas? These simple DIY Advent calendar ideas will get the whole family in the festive spirit
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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Your Birth Month Color Could Be the Key to a Truly Unique Home – Discover Every Shade From January to December and the Meaning Behind Each One
Let your birth month guide your next decorating move with these gemstone-inspired shades
By Charlotte Olby Published
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5 Uplifting Landscape Design Trends Set to Define 2026 – and Why Designers Say They’re Here to Stay
It's all about design choices that will last for years to come
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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My Life in 10 – Fragrance Expert, Céline Roux on the Things That Bring Her Magic and Joy
From catching an exhibition to seasonal scents and vintage shopping, Céline Roux's top 10 are eclectic, meaningful, and family-oriented
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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5 Expert-Approved Ways to Bring the Little Women Look to Your Festive Table
Capture the spirit of a March family Christmas with these timeless Little Women table decor ideas
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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Beyond Wild Expectations: Discover a Living Museum at the Chicago Botanic Garden – Where Influential Plant Science and Captivating Garden Design Meet
In the Shida Evaluation Garden, visitors come face-to-face with staggering arbors, winding tunnels, and bright flower beds housing the latest plant varieties on trial for Midwestern gardens
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Bye-Bye Boring Drapes, The Once-Dated Trend for Luxuriously Dramatic Window Treatments Is Back – and Designers Very Much Approve
Gone are the days of window treatments being an afterthought. With the dramatic drapery trend, windows and their coverings are now the stars of the show
By Devin Toolen Published
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Is Symmetry Out of Style? Designers Reveal the Rule-Breaking Living Room Layout Formula That’s Going to Redefine How We Decorate in 2026
Forget rigid, mirror-image layouts – today’s take on symmetry is relaxed and much more characterful
By Charlotte Olby Published
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Objects of Desire
In this month's Objects of Desire, Head of Interiors Hebe Hatton is drawn to pieces that will add warmth, layers, and character to your home
By Hebe Hatton Published
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This Year, I’m Decorating with the Most Un-Christmas Christmas Decor, Designed for Slow, Sustainable, and Beautifully Layered Living – Thanks to The White Company
Create a slow, considered Christmas with elegant and enduring pieces from The White Company
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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Joanna Gaines' DIY Centerpiece is So Easy, You'll Wish You Tried it Sooner
You can recreate Joanna Gaines’ holiday table centerpiece in minutes, using foliage from your backyard
By Martha Davies Published
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The Ultimate Gift Guide of Covetable Home Pieces They’ll Truly Treasure
The ultimate Homes & Gardens guide to gifting home decor beautifully
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Last updated
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23 DIY Christmas Decor Ideas From the Experts to Bring a Homespun Touch
From wreaths and wrapping to tree ornaments, these DIY Christmas decor ideas are guaranteed to fill your home with festive magic
By Martha Davies Published
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I Also Couldn’t Get IKEA’s STRÅLA Stars This Year – But These Chic, Scandi-Style Alternatives Bring the Same Elegant, Timeless Glow to My Home
As with any product that goes viral, the hype is high and the stock is low, so here are the best alternative places to shop if you can't get your hands on the IKEA STRÅLA paper stars
By Hebe Hatton Published
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A Traditional Thanksgiving Menu With a Twist
For a special gathering of family and friends, this Thanksgiving menu combines the familiar with the unexpected
By Clodagh McKenna Published
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The Simple Zoning Trick Designers Rely On to Make Any Size Living Room Feel Warmer, More Intimate, and Conversational
Why creating smaller seating pockets is the secret to a truly sociable living room
By Charlotte Olby Published
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Butterscotch Mousse With Cardamom Biscuits and Candied Walnuts
For a different way to end your Thanksgiving meal, this delightful mousse with spiced biscuits and crunchy candied nuts is as decadent as it comes
By Marina Filippelli Published
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The Potting Shed: If You Want Help Balancing a High-Functioning Garden Space With Nostalgic Charm, This Tennessee Greenhouse Ticks Every Box
Bailey van Tassel's greenhouse is part workhorse part hideaway, filled with unexpected treasures
By Rachel Bull Published
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Clodagh McKenna's Perfectly Crispy and Zesty Roast Potatoes
Perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside with a zesty twist, Clodagh McKenna's roast potatoes will have your guests coming back for more
By Clodagh McKenna Published
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This 100-Year-Old San Francisco Home Blends Bold Color with Classic Elegance
Explore how designer Melanie Love injected color and pattern into this Edwardian family home
By Hebe Hatton Published
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The Capsule: The Elegant Guest Bedroom
A true luxury stay isn’t about one perfect linen – it’s the sum of small indulgences. From stacked towels to scent and everything in between, these are the key buys to give your guest bedroom a luxurious upgrade
By Julia Demer Published
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The One Unexpected Seating Style Designers Call Their ‘Secret Weapon’ for a More Social Living Room This Hosting Season
This clever seating choice instantly improves flow, conversation, and comfort
By Charlotte Olby Published
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Accent Doors Are 2026's Answer to the Outdated Accent Wall – A Subtle and Sophisticated Way to Add Instant Color
By Devin Toolen Published
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The Most Warm and Welcoming Kitchens from the Homes & Gardens Archives – and How to Recreate Each Look
The perfect inspiration for a kitchen refresh ahead of the holidays
By Molly Malsom Published
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The Ultimate Hostess Gift Guide: Irresistible Gifts Under £50 Every Host Will Love
Elegant gifts under £50 for the hosts who do it all with style
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
