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‘Sarah Jessica Parker Taught Me to Push Boundaries’ – Inside the Bold, Brave World of Master Decorator Nathan TurnerNathan Turner's career has seen him write, deal antiques, decorate homes, and become a professional bon vivant. As part of our Layered Lives series of interviews, we find out how his early influences shaped who he is today
By Pip Rich Published
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15 Kitchen Countertop Ideas For a Truly Timeless and Practical Cooking SpaceFrom chunky profiles and slab style to material mixes and clever illumination, it's time to see kitchen countertops in a new light
By Molly Malsom Last updated
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This Arts & Crafts Kitchen Was Once a Tiny Space Stripped of Character – Now It Is a Masterclass in Restoring Historic Charm Without Feeling DatedFrom the rich walnut details to the softly curved island, this kitchen is a masterclass in balancing historic proportions with elevated style
By Molly Malsom Published
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How to Choose the Right Front Door – A Designer's Guide to Getting the Most Important Part of Your Home RightYour front door is the first (and sometimes only) part of your home that's seen, so getting the style and color right is key
By Kaitlin Madden Published
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3 Things Antiques Dealers Always Say You Should Splurge On – and 3 That They Never Waste Money OnThese timeless antiques are always worth spending a little extra on, while certain common collectables are not, experts say
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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This Victorian Kitchen Was Totally Remodeled From Muddled Rooms to a Stunning Gathering Space – and Still Feels Completely OriginalFrom unexpected infusions of color to varied storage styles, this kitchen expertly blends a family-friendly space with historically sympathetic design
By Molly Malsom Published
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How To Layer Your Bed Like a Designer This Summer – And Why It’s Actually the Simple Secret to a Cooler Night’s SleepWant a dreamy bedscape? This 5-step formula will show you how to create a summery retreat just like an interior designer
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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'It’s Very Freeing Not to Be Attached to the Stuff in Your Home' – Why Designer Miles Redd Is Evolving Into a New Fresh and Airy Decorative PhaseIn the latest instalment of our Layered Lives series of interviews, Miles Redd explains how he's ditched his early baroque tendencies to embrace his mother's distaste for 'doodads'
By Pip Rich Published
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This 2026 Bedroom Color Palette Is Proven to Make Your Room Feel Instantly Calmer and Cooler – And No, You Don't Need to RepaintInterior designers say you can't beat a blue, green, and white palette – 'It feels like waking up in an English Garden'
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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5 Mistakes Making Your Outdoor Table Setting Look Cheap – Avoid Them This Summer with These Easy FixesThese 5 easy-to-make mistakes almost always make a table look forgettable and low-end
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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12 Elegant and Effortlessly Livable Back Porch Ideas That Will Raise Your Outdoor Entertaining Game This SeasonThese back porch ideas will turn your outdoor space into your favorite place to be this summer and beyond
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Last updated
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The 20 Chicest Interior Design Trends of 2026 So Far – Think Personality, Pattern, and PatinaDesigners predict the biggest homes in 2026 won’t be the most minimalist, but the most personal, comforting, and full of soul
By Charlotte Olby Last updated
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An Outdoor Drinks Station Is the Secret to Stress-Free Summer Hosting – Here's How to Create a Stylish Setup Guests Will LoveCurating a stylish self-serve drinks station will free you up for the most important part of hosting – entertaining your guests, and you won't believe how easy it is with these designer-approved styling tips
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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IKEA's Best-Selling 3-in-1 Bed Just Got a Chic Refresh – Bringing One of 2026's Biggest Color Trends to Small SpacesIKEA has released their beloved HEMNES daybed in a soothing sage green hue
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Kitchen Storage Ideas – The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Cabinets, Drawers, and Every Awkward SpacePretty yet practical kitchen storage ideas to keep your kitchen looking neat and tidy
By Linda Clayton Last updated
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The 4 Paint Colors Making Homes Look Dated in 2026 – and the Modern Alternatives to TryThese paint colors are falling out of style in 2026, with designers turning to fresher, more timeless shades that feel more modern and elevated
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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'A Great Board Is an Archive, Not a Shopping List' – This Is How Interior Designers Actually Use Pinterest in 2026, and Say You Should Follow SuitAre you using Pinterest wrong? Designers explain how to use it – and how to most out of it
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Outdoor Living Room Ideas – 19 Beautiful, Design-Led Ways to Bring the Comfort and Style of the Indoors OutFrom trend-led seating to inspired ways to incorporate color, materials, and lighting, these designer-approved outdoor living room ideas are as chic as they are practical
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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How Designer Susie Watson Built a Beloved Interiors Brand Inspired by Family and Everyday LivingWe sit down with iconic British designer Susie Watson to talk about how her business grew, how she navigates working as a family, and what is inspiring her right now
By Hebe Hatton Published
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12 Charming Cottage Porch Ideas to Make the Most of Lingering Summer DaysEmbrace the cottage porch look to make your home feel warm and inviting, and even extend your living space
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Last updated
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Where Designers Find Inspiration: Our Next in Design Winners Share The WOW!house Spaces They Couldn't Stop Thinking AboutThese are the WOW!house rooms that impressed the next generation of design talent most
By Charlotte Olby Published
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Suddenly, Designers Are All Obsessed with Farrow & Ball's Naperon – It's The Perfect Paint For Creating a Sun-Drenched GlowFaded terracottas are everywhere at the moment, so why not hop on the trend and give Naperon a try?
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Designers Say This Polarizing Shade Is Actually Summer's Biggest Color Trend – Here's How to Use Citron Green StylishlyA vibrant hue that packs a punch yet still feels grounding, here's why designers are loving citron green this year
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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These 5 Color Trends Dominated WOW!house 2026 – And They're Set to Be Everywhere This YearHere are the biggest color trends we pulled from this year's WOW!House, the immersive 'showhouse' led by the industry's best designers
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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The 7 Most Defining Design Trends Emerging From WOW!house 2026WOW!house returns for 2026 with 21 rooms of design inspiration, and these are the key trends emerging from this year's spaces
By Hebe Hatton Published
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This Huge Open-Plan Kitchen Shows Exactly How to Make Every Zone Feel IntentionalFrom genius zoning techniques to the transformation of unique nooks, this kitchen is full of thoughtful features
By Molly Malsom Published
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Garden Diaries: ‘You Have to Let Go of Perfection’ – How Eric and Christopher Feml-Nelsen Transformed an Ordinary Suburban Yard Into a Romantic Cottage GardenAs beginner gardeners, this duo totally reimagined their Upstate New York backyard. Now, they inspire others to do the same
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What’s Replacing Wildflower Planting in 2026 – And Why Designers Are Moving Away From Chaos GardensWild flowers are still a popular choice for our gardens, but the trick is to use them in a more considered and intentional way
By Sarah Wilson Published
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'Things Don’t Have to Be Perfect' – Jake Arnold Has Learned to Embrace the Process to Make Spaces That Are More Playful to Entertain InIn our latest instalment of Layered Lives, Jake Arnold reveals how he is becoming more confident to allow his interiors to evolve
By Pip Rich Published
