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5 Things That Are Making Your Home's Air Smell 'Stale' During the Summer — And How to Fix Them, Quickly

Once you declutter and refresh these items, you'll find an instant and pleasant shift in the way your space smells

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20 Things to Put Above a Sofa or Headboard If You're Stuck on How to Decorate Your Walls — According to an Interior Stylist

From posters and light sconces to tapestries and picture rails, these are the stylish wall decor ideas I’d use to make the space above a sofa or headboard feel finished

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Inside the 'Time-Poor' Aesthetic Trend — Or How, in Today's World, Messy Homes Became "the Interior That Reveals the Most About You"

"In a day-to-day increasingly managed by forces beyond our control, the home is the one space left to push back," Zac Procter argues in the debut instalment of our new long-read series

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It's Like Cozy Earth's New Bamboo Quilt Was Designed With Hot Sleepers (Like Me) in Mind — Plus, the Tufted Detailing Is Super Pretty

After reviewing it, I personally like a product with a bit more weight than this provides, but I won't lie: this is still a very nice, cooling piece of bedding

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Hikari (光) Is the Japanese Concept of 'Living With Light' — Here's How I Bring It Into Homes as an Interior Designer

Seeking out natural light within your home will make each space feel so much more alive

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10 of 2026's Best New Restaurants — These Worldwide Eateries Raise the Style Bar for Design-Conscious Diners

Calling all interiors-savvy epicureans: these are the foodie destinations to pin on your map ASAP

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I'll Have My Decor With a Twist, Please! Literally — Why This Playful Design Detail Is Everywhere Right Now

It's visually interesting, elevated, and whimsical — need I say anything else?

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Not Jo Malone, Not Loewe — Habitat Now Has Its Own Tomato-Scented Candle, and It's a Fraction of the Price of the Luxury Brands

Designed to last 33 hours, this multi-wick candle is a great way to bring home a summery scent

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24 Things to Add to Your Sofa That Will Make It Feel More Layered and Less Basic — According to an Interior Stylist

If your sofa feels a little flat, these small styling details are the easiest way to make it look more cozy, layered, and full of character

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This Just In: The Lusted-After Pooky x Novogratz Outdoor Lighting Collaboration Has Finally Landed in the UK

No cords, lots of color, and designs so good you'll want to style them indoors

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IKEA's Budget Smart Room Thermometer Is My Secret Weapon During Extreme Hot Weather — This Is How to Use It to 'Plan Better' for the Heat

It costs less than £5/$10, and takes the guesswork out of what to do when temperatures indoors start to feel unbearable

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I've Been Listening to Olivia Rodrigo's New Album on Repeat, and Now I'm Using It as Inspiration for Styling My Apartment — Here's How

I have high *expectations* when it comes to decorating

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Everyone Needs a 'Wine Bottle Coaster' for Their Table in Summer — It Prevents Water Rings and Makes Your Setting Feel Way More Expensive

These decorative flourishes are a clever way to protect your tables, and they make for brilliant host gifts, too

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They Aren't Just Outdated, They're Also Impractical — 5 Kitchen Floor Colors Experts Say You Need to Avoid, and What to Choose Instead

Don't underestimate the power of good kitchen flooring — the right color can bring your room to life, and the wrong one can completely kill it

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7 Scandinavian Design Trends to Bring Into Your Home to Give It a Cooler Style Sensibility in 2026

Interior designers share why the latest Scandi looks are shifting the region's style forward rather than redefining it

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This Cabinet Is the Most Budget-Friendly Way to Make a Coffee Nook Feel Custom-Built — and It Can Even Work on Small Kitchen Counters

Give your favorite morning ritual the attention it deserves with this chic coffee nook cabinet

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Bed Size, From Single to Super King, so You Can Find the Perfect Fit for Your Space

Not sure which bed size to choose? We asked experts how to select the perfect proportions for your sleep space

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Can You Ever Really Have a 'Timeless' Interior? And More Importantly, Should You?

Here's why this designer is opting for a 'timed' take on design — "the goal is to create something that continues to feel relevant and enjoyable as it evolves"

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Which Bathroom Tiles Will Make Your Scheme Look More Expensive? How to Choose the Right Ones Without Necessarily Spending More

From classic colors to installation hacks, these 5 expert tips will make your bathroom tiles look bougie, even on a budget

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6 'Tonal' Kitchen Color Schemes That Prove This Is the Most Elevated Way of Painting Your Space in 2026

The next evolution of color drenching is here — and these beautifully layered kitchens show why tonal palettes are set to define 2026

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These 9 Homeware Launches Were the Talk of the Town This Month — Here Is Everything You Need to Know About Them

From new homeware ventures to exciting collaborations, this month is all about craftsmanship

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This Laundry Basket Looks So Luxe for Its Price Tag, and Conveniently Adds Extra Surface Space in a Small Bathroom

I've just found the smartest dual-purpose design that every small bathroom needs, and you'll be shocked at how affordable it is

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Want to Bring a Sense of Calm to Your Garden? These 16 Japanese-Inspired Planters Feel Like Sculpture — Even Before You Add Plants

They've made me stop seeing outdoor pots as something purely functional and instead as pieces that can really shape the mood of a garden

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5 Trends in Container Planting for 2026 — These Designer-Approved Looks Encapsulate the Shift Towards a New Aesthetic

Be forward-thinking with how you approach potted plants in your garden with these ideas from landscaping professionals

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This Tiny Detail Can Make Your Kitchen Feel "Awkward, Uncomfortable, and Slightly Off" — And It's All to Do With Your Choice of Handles

Not color or style; this often-overlooked detail is the most common mistake homeowners make when choosing kitchen hardware

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