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I Swapped From a Gas to an Induction Hob, and I Finally Understand Why Designers Keep Recommending It

My only regret is not making the swap sooner

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Why Art Deco Makes Sense in Bedrooms Right Now — 24 Pieces I’d Use as a Stylist

A softer interpretation of Art Deco, where its presence feels moodier and more atmospheric in today’s bedrooms — expressed through depth rather than glamour

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IKEA Has Taken the Hacks In-House With SKÅLSTA, It's Cool New Customizable Dining Room Furniture Collection

Choose from a range of seat shells, tabletops, and legs to design your own dining room furniture — it's custom, made affordable

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The 5 Most Common Glazing Mistakes Architects See When Specifying Windows and Doors — And How to Get Yours Spot on

Getting windows and doors just right is key to a successful design scheme yet all too often mistakes get made — here are the top 5 to swerve at all costs

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This Joy-Filled, Multi-Generational Home Is a Masterclass in Layering Hues, Yet There's Barely a Colorful Wall in Sight — "It's Full of Delight"

Designer Lonika Chande has played with a palette of nearly every shade going, yet still manages to make this home feel put together

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5 Ways to Make Radiators Actually Look Good — Designers Share How to Turn These Eyesores Into Design Moments (and Some Are So Easy to Do)

Interior designers explain how this (often) unsightly necessity can become an intentional part of your home's decor

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4 Dated Living Room Layouts That Simply Don't Work Anymore in 2026, According to Designers

Our living rooms are a place of conversation, rest, and movement, and a modern layout should help to promote this

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Does Minimalism Help You Sleep? We Asked Experts If Stripping Back Your Bedroom Is the Secret to Better Rest

A visually calm, clutter-free bedroom does more than just look good — it could make falling asleep a lot easier, too

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I Went Through Marks & Spencer’s Home Collection Like a Stylist — These Are the Pieces You Should Buy Right Now

A 2026-ready home edit of warm woods, soft silver accents, and affordable statement pieces I’d actually style into a real home

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I’m Officially Done With Plain Bedding — Pattern Is Taking Over My Bedroom in 2026, and This Is What I'd Pick

Pattern on pattern, personality on full volume, and zero beige apologies — I’m layering prints, color, and texture in the bedroom to make it feel expressive, intentional, and anything but boring.

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I Found It — The 'Dreamy' Bathroom Color That Isn't as Stark as White but That You'll Still Love If You're Nervous of Bold Shades

This soft shade is anything but quaint — and in a bathroom, it feels soothing yet modern

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This London Home Taps Into the Japanese Concept of Yūgen for Its Dreamy, Sunset-Inspired Aesthetic — "Subtle Beauty, Nothing Too Vocal"

The sands of Burning Man were the unlikely reference point for this project, where it now always feels like golden hour

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I've Just Discovered 'Bath Sofas' Are Now a Thing — I Was Sceptical at First, but Now I'll Just Never Want to Get Out of the Tub

Your evening soak just got even more relaxing - these bath pillows offer comfort to rival the best sofas. I've never bought something faster

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Okay, After Reviewing Nespresso's Vertuo Pop, I'd Be Tempted Back to Pods — It's Impossible Not to Make a Good Cup of Coffee With This Design-y Machine

For just £99, this colorful machine offers a surprising amount of versatility and flavor

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3 Farrow & Ball Colors Designers Say Work Great for Cabinets in a Small Kitchen — They Explain It's About Finding "Warmth Without Heaviness"

The right paint shade for your cabinets can transform any small kitchen — these are the Farrow & Ball colors the experts turn to every time

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These Are the Best of the Best Homewares at Anthropologie Right Now — Shopped by a Stylist Who Loves the Brand's 'Elevated Whimsical' Decor

As interiors shift toward pieces with personality and permanence, Anthropologie’s homeware continues to lead with playful detail and thoughtful design.

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If You Want to Make Your Bed Look Expensive, This 5-Star-Rated Headboard Has Designer Good Looks (but Only a £108 Price Tag)

It's no wonder the headboard has gotten glowing reviews from shoppers so far

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Should I 'Rent' My TV Instead of Buying It? This New Flatscreen Subscription Promises You'll Never Be Left With Out-of-Date Tech

Renting a TV used to be commonplace, but does it have a place in 2026? Our TV expert digs into the new LG Flex service, and whether it's really worth renting over buying

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First Look: This Year's Grammy Awards Stage Captures One of the Biggest Color Trends Right Now — A Sunset-Like Ode to the Gramophone

"Every year, we focus on colors, textures, and patterns that appear in album covers, fashion, and architecture," Yellow Studio told us of the process behind its sensational Grammy Awards set design

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I’m Celebrating Lunar New Year Away From Home — And I'll Be Following These 7 Nostalgic Decorating Rules to Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse

From architectural blooms to the nostalgic Chuen Hup trays, I’m blending childhood memories with a curated, modern aesthetic to welcome the new year

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3 Common Problems Minimalists Often Experience With the Design of Their Homes, but Never Talk About — Until Now

Slapping a coat of white paint on a wall and calling it day will only lead to a flat-feeling design; true minimalism requires layers and nuance

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These Are the 5 Bedroom Colors Interior Designers Use When Clients Ask for Better Sleep

When better sleep is the brief, these are the shades interior designers rely on to set the tone

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This Genius 'Hideaway Cabinet' From Next Is Readymade to Conceal Your Living Room TV Behind Bifolding Doors — No Expensive Joinery Required

You don't need to spend a fortune on custom cabinetry to conceal your TV — this cabinet does all the hard work for you

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7 Too-Good-to-Miss Exhibitions in London Every Art and Design Lover Should Have on Their Radar Right Now — A Culture Editor's Winter Bucket List

Take these art shows in London as your antidote to cold weather slumberness

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ICYMI: These Are the Latest Launches and Homeware Releases That Single-Handedly Saved Me From the January Blues This Year

This month is a true mix of decor that keeps your home cozy while preparing for spring in style

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