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11 Happy Colors to Paint a Bedroom — The Uplifting Shades Interior Designers Recommend to Give Rooms a Dopamine Boost

Sunshine yellows, peachy pinks, and uplifting greens — these are the colors to paint your bedroom to bring joy to your sleep space

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5 Traditional Bathroom Features That Are Making a Comeback in 2026 — And How to Get Them Right for "Timelessness, Elegance, and Character"

These stylish bathrooms are saying goodbye to the new and hello to the old, embracing traditional features for an elevated design

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Before We Enter the Year of the Horse, Change These 5 Feng Shui Mistakes in Your Home That Don't Mesh With This Lunar New Year

Don't get caught out — make these interior Feng Shui changes and harness the energy of the fire horse

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The Best 'Romantic' Interior Pieces to Shop Right Now — 24 Homewares Curated by a Stylist Who Knows How to Build Atmosphere

It actually isn't about florals and frills — lean into the shapes and tones. This is how I approach it when someone tells me their space lacks atmosphere

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Struggle to Mix-and-Match Throw Cushions on Your Sofa? I've Just Found a One-and-Done Trick For Getting It Right

Take the stress out of styling your sofa with these curated cushion cover sets

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Designers Say These Decor Mistakes Are Making Your Living Room Feel 'Cold' — Here's What to Change for a Warm and Welcoming Space

Ever wondered why your living room feels cold? From angular sofa styles to color schemes that feel washed out, these are the things to switch up

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Not Only Is IKEA’s Pot Lid Organizer Great for Storing Vinyl Records — This Space-Saving, Budget-Friendly Storage Also Works for Plates, Trays, and Pot Lids, too, of Course

Costing just £5 and rated 5 stars by almost all its reviewers, this is one of the most affordable yet stylish ways to store a variety of different items at home

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The 6 Most Common Milk Frothing Mistakes That Might Be the Cause of Your Lackluster Coffees, According to an Ex-Barista

Steaming milk for a latte is harder than it looks, but there are a few tips to help awake your inner barista

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8 Things Minimalists Would Never Include in a Bathroom — And You Shouldn't Either If You Want Yours to Feel Uncluttered and Spa-like

The features to avoid if you want to envelop yourself in your very own spa-like sanctuary

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Just in: England's Most Lavish Train, the British Pullman by Belmond, Is Getting a New "Cinematic" Carriage — Can You Guess Which BAFTA-Winning Filmmaker Designed It?

Spoiler: it has a certain 'The Great Gatsby' energy to it...

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The Zeitgeist Edit — What's Hot and What's Not in Design This February

These are the discoveries and emerging ideas that are inspiring Livingetc's editor this month

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In My Opinion, You're Wasting Your Money If You Buy an Accent Chair Without a Swivel — "It Adds Engagement and Interest," Says This Designer

The secret to an accent chair that won't just end up as decoration? It's all in the swivel

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I’m Mentally Decorating for Summer Already — This Is How I'd Do Coastal Living Room Decor as a Stylist

Soft textures, sun-washed tones, and the kind of calm that makes your living room feel like it’s always golden hour.

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I Renovated While Still Living in the House — There's an Emotional Toll That No One Really Talks About, but These 5 Things Helped Us Get Through It

Builders before 7 am, no dishwasher, and dust absolutely everywhere — 1-star, do not recommend — this is what actually made the process endurable

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The Only Design Fairs Worth Traveling for in 2026 — A Culture Editor's Ultimate Guide to Staying Inspired

With so many events to catch across the globe, it's easy to miss out on major cultural moments. Luckily, we've rounded them up for you

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Just a Friendly Warning — These Outdated Bathroom Trends Probably Aren't the Best Choice for Your 2026 Project

From all-over white to black taps, these are the five bathroom trends to avoid in 2026 — and what designers are doing instead for warm, inviting spaces you’ll love for years

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Designed for an Award-Winning Journalist, This "Unapologetically Personal" Victorian Terrace Draws Influence From Mid-Century Irreverence and the Works of Wes Anderson

Incorporating designs by icons Eileen Gray, Eames, Flos, and Cassina, along with treasured personal items and globally-sourced vintage pieces, this London home is a refined sanctuary

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How to Remove 'Bad Energy' From Your Home in 2026 — 6 Tips to Reverse Your Luck From Qualified Feng Shui Practitioners

Enter a year of auspiciousness by fixing the Feng Shui faux pas that are far from lucky

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Are Cozmo Sofas Any Good? I Went to Test This Emerging Brand, and Fell in Love With Its Sofa's Charms and Comfort

This (relatively new) London-based sofa maker has been making waves in the design world for a few years now, but how are its good-looking sofas to actually sit on? Our editor put them to the test

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When a Living Room Feels Cold, This Is Where I Start — 24 Modern Rustic Pieces to Bring Warmth Through Honest Materials

A stylist’s perspective on how tactile layers and grounded finishes can soften a cold living room without committing to a full rustic look

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These Are the Best Things to Buy From Castlery If You're Furnishing a Small Space, According to an Interior Designer

The most common mistake? Playing it too safe

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7 Bathroom Features That Will Actually Add Value to Your Home — These Are the Things Future Buyers Will Want to See

Upgrades that balance everyday living with realistic resale appeal

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Sorry, Color Drenching — These High Contrast Rooms Are Making a Serious Case for a Punchy New Way to Paint in 2026

Drenching has been the go-to for years, but it looks like it might be done for

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6 Living Room Trends for 2026 That Are Cozy but Smart, Leaning Into Tradition Yet Design-Forward — It's All About Balance

From seating styles to the materials to know, these are the six trends shaping the way we kick back and relax in 2026

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A 'Prosperity Bowl' Is the Feng Shui Good Luck Ritual to Get to Know Before Lunar New Year — Here's Where You Should Place One

With the special occasion soon approaching, knowing where to place this good luck feature is crucial

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