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Are Black Countertops Still in Style? Here's How Designers Are Using Them That Feel Right for 2026-Ready Kitchens

Dark and heavy, or sleek and sultry? The experts share their design tips for taking this counter into the year ahead

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This Designer Tile Brand Just Launched a B&Q Range — With a Zellige-Style Tile That's a Fraction of the Price of the Real Thing

Timeless luxury meets accessible design in this new collaboration between two iconic British brands

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6 Sophisticated Autumn Table Ideas From Hosting Pros That Will Give Your Guests That Cozy, Welcoming Feeling

'Tis the season of candlelight, large leafy stems, and entertaining at home

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I Never Thought I'd Say That Purple Sofas Are Trending, but This Color Is Undeniably Having a Big Moment

According to Google Trends, the search for 'purple sofas' grew by 5,000% in August, but it's these designer schemes that have really convinced me on them

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Should You Actually Paint a Small Kitchen in a Dark Color? Yes, but Only If You Follow This Advice

Don't be scared of the dark in a small kitchen, it might be just what your space needs. Here's why painting in deeper colors isn't such a bad idea

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9 Cool-As Chairs With Hidden Storage That You’d Never Spot Unless You Knew

Squeeze a sneaky bit of additional storage into your home with these savvy chairs and stools

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The Extended Headboard Is Your Shortcut to Boutique Hotel-Level Luxury — These 5 Designers Show You How It's Done

In a bedroom, comfort and materiality are key to creating a calm haven – and as these designers prove, an XXL, sculptural headboard can help set the tone

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This Paint Brand's 'Color Edit' for 2026 Is Giving Me Unexpected Inspirations for Color Pairings for My Next Decorating Project

Lick is proving the colors you've known since elementary school are just as fashionable in today's interiors

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I Burned Anthropologie’s Autumn Candles to Find My Favorite — This One Is the Strongest, and Guaranteed to Make Your Home Smell Super Cozy

I've been smelling a lot of candles this month, but when it comes to packing a punch of autumnal fragrance, this one from Anthropologie is a heavyweight

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Should I Use a Plastic or Wooden Chopping Board? There's a Clear Winner, but Also a Good Reason You Might Want to Keep Both

Yes, wooden cutting boards look better and are better for you, but there are still times plastic wins out during the cooking process

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5 Scents Fragrance Experts Say You Should Steer Clear Of — And That Can Ruin the Overall Vibe of Your Home

Avoid overwhelming the ambiance of your home with these scents that are just all wrong and much too heavy

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Stainless Steel Worktops Make Me Nervous — Can You Really Live With This Trendy Surface at Home? The Pros and Cons, Explained

The experts provide a detailed breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of this material, as well as its potential as an investment.

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This Period Home Hides a "Monastic Sense of Serenity" Behind Its Doors — But You'd Never Guess at First Glance

The architects behind the bold vision for this London house only take on commissions where the idea excites them — and this result speaks for itself

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How This Interior Designer's Own Tiny Bathroom in Bristol Bottled the Balearic Islands

Eco-friendly in design, with luxury appeal, this bathroom looks like it was plucked straight out of a boutique spa hotel

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Forget Fake-Smelling Pumpkin Spice Candles — Try These 7 Ways to Make a Home Smell Like Autumn, Naturally

If you want to create an autumnal ambiance au naturale, here are some clever ways to scent your home DIY-style

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I Asked Interior Designers What They'd Actually Buy for Their Homes for Halloween — These Are the Pieces They Sent Me

Take these Halloween decor buys as a lesson on how to embrace the spooky season tastefully

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Okay Wait, These New M&S Table Lamps All Look Designer (and Expensive), but Are Each Under £60?

There's something in the water at M&S's lighting department this season. These table lamps are too cool, but they're also extremely reasonably priced — make it make sense

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Gloss or Matte? How to Choose the Right Countertop Finish Before Remodeling So You're Not Stuck With Surfaces You Regret

Should I choose matte or glossy countertops? Our kitchen experts settle the debate between the two…and reveal how to choose the right finish every time

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5 Countertop Colors That Are Going Out of Style, and What You Should Choose Instead — According to Kitchen Designers

Don't shoot the messenger, but the experts have told me all the countertop shades they never want to see again, and their answers might surprise you

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So, I Changed My Mind on a Paint Color Halfway Through Decorating My Room — Now What?

Take a deep breath. These paint and color experts explain how to 'fix' a paint color (and it's not as hard as it may seem)

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I'm Not Big on Buying 'Autumn Decor', but This One Simple Switch Makes My Home Feel Styled for the Season

Don't get me started on Pumpkin-themed homeware — this simpler approach to seasonal styling feels tasteful, not tacky

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I Didn't Think I Was Into the Country Aesthetic, Until I Saw This New Textiles Collection From Soho Home

These signature soft furnishings will help transform any contemporary space into a chic and eclectic country retreat

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Should You Choose Your Bathroom Paint Color or Tiles First? The Designers I Asked Have This Trick to Creating a Space That Flows Well

To paint first or not to paint first? That is the question, and here, the experts answer all your questions when it comes to cohesive design

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What to Expect at Focus/25 as the Design World Converges on London

Setting the agenda for the season ahead, Focus/25 at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, is an event not to be missed on the design calendar

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Can I Put a Hot Pan on My 'Heat-Resistant' Countertops? What to Know About the Different Materials, and the Catastrophic Mistake to Avoid

Can your countertop handle the heat? Our experts break down the best countertop materials for just that

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