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10 Important Measurement Rules Designers Say You Really, Really Need to Know for a Better Bedroom Layout

From the length of your curtains to the height of your headboard, every fraction of an inch matters

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I'm Not Surprised IKEA's Magnetic Blinds Have an Almost 5 Star Rating — They're a Chic, Easy-to-Install, and Budget-Friendly Way to Style Cordless Blinds

Starting from just £9 and taking "minutes" to install, IKEA's RINGBLOMMARoman blinds are not only incredibly affordable, but they're also stylish and hassle-free

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Instead of Following Trends, the Designer of This Toronto Cottage Was Guided by One Question — "Is This an Artful Move?"

Clean lines, playful touches, and a jolt of bold color have turned this cottage into a thoroughly modern home

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I Leaned Into the “Grandma’s House” Look for My Farmhouse Living Room —and I’m Not Going Back

From floral prints to classic patterns and comforting textures, this is how to bring that familiar, collected farmhouse feeling into your space

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What Makes Your Furniture Look Cheap? 6 Things Designers Urge You to Avoid If You Want Your Room to Look Expensive

Sometimes it's not the furniture itself, but the context. Here's what to avoid if you don't want your furniture to look cheap

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Habitat Just Quietly Launched This Designer-Look Bed That's Surprisingly Budget Friendly — And, It's Got Easy-Access Storage

A super on-trend design, tons of hidden storage, AND a reasonable price tag? This bed is ticking all of our boxes

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Redecorating After a Divorce Is About "Reclaiming Moments for Yourself" — Here, a Designer Shares How She Took the First Step

A fresh start doesn't have to mean completely starting all over again; making small, easy swaps to your space can bring a surprising level of comfort

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5 Things People With Tidy Bedrooms Always Have in Them — They All Work Together to Create a Truly Calming Space to Sleep

Improve sleep hygiene and the overall ambiance of this area by stealing these ideas for your own bedroom

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Tired of Bedrooms That All Look the Same? A Stylist's Edit of 24 Eclectic Pieces for a More Interesting, Personal Space

An instinct-led bedroom collection for anyone craving calm that still feels lived-in — shaped by pieces you connect with, not pieces that simply “go”

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6 Nostalgic Decorating Trends Making a Cool Comeback in 2026 — Have You Heard? What's Old Is Now New, Again

These are the once-loved styles that design experts are ready to welcome back with open arms

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Inspired by Dance, This Tiny Warsaw Apartment Embraces Rhythm With Bauhaus Colors and Lively Materials

After learning her client's true passion was dance, interior designer Gosia Kotyczka transformed a compact apartment into an ever-shifting interior with expressive color and reflective surfaces

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The Big Travel Trends for 2026 — I Asked 20 Style Globetrotters for the Places and Moods They Predict Will Define the Most Unforgettable Trips This Year

Yes, we just broke down everything you need to know about the latest travel trends so you can save up time, get booking, and explore mindfully

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I've Found an Actually Good-Looking Radiator Cover That Will Hide Unsightly Heating in Your Hallway, While Also Giving You Extra Storage Space

The ultimate entryway saviour - this genius cover conceals your ugly radiator, and provides an extra dose of storage

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Unfortunately for My Bank Account, I Think La Pavoni's Mini Cellini Espresso Machine Might Be One of My Favorite Espresso Machines I've Ever Tested

If you subscribe to the 'buy well, buy once' philosophy, this is the coffee machine for you

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Diptyque's Just-Launched Lunar New Year Scented Candle Is Nearly Sold Out Already — I Just Found the Last Place That Has It

Infused with the fragrance of wax plum blooms, this candle is the celebratory scent of the season

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As Far as Reed Diffusers Go, This Chrome Number From Alessi Might Be One of My Favorite Sleek Fragrance Finds of Late

Not just a haven for fine kitchenware enthusiasts, this iconic Italian brand's scent game is solid, too

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Can a Maximalist Bedroom Really Feel Restful Enough? This Is How a Stylist Dresses a Space With Bold Character

On turning the most private room in the house into a canvas for color, texture, and mood, proving that comfort and creativity don’t have to be opposites.

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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Perfecting Bespoke Shelving, the Key to Warm Whites, and How to Work With Chrome

Josie de Guzman and Jess Murphy of Studio Jey are here to answer your decorating dilemmas

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These Are the Biggest 6 Rug Trends to Know in 2026 — From Tufted Textures to Graphic Prints and Solid Hues

Don’t overlook the decorative power of your floors; the latest rug trends prove they can be a design highlight as well as a functional foundation

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Move Over Stainless Steel — 'Sanded Steel' Is the Kitchen Finish Designers Want for 2026 Instead

"It can soften something that can otherwise feel quite industrial" — why designers are loving this interpretation of the stainless steel kitchen

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4 Warm Color Schemes to Decorate With That Bring the Heat (Even in the Middle of Winter)

From obvious reds and yellows to more nuanced shades, there are plenty of ways to add warmth to your space through color

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Can Minimalism Really Help ADHD? Here's How Intentional Design Can Calm the Mind, According to an Interiors Therapist

Minimalism is often considered the antidote to overwhelm, but does it actually help with ADHD? We spoke with a design therapist to find out

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I’m Convinced the Minimalist Design of Habitat’s Kota Sofa Bed is What Ensures Its Enduring Appeal — Hundreds of Reviewers Have Rated It Nearly 5 Stars for 10 Years

Plus, at under £400, it's one of the most affordable, quality sofa beds on the market that delivers on both style and functionality

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Ruggable Just Dropped a Collaboration With Fabric House Scalamandré, and If You've Been Wondering How to Elevate Animal Print, This Is the Answer

A designer-looking rug that you can also stick in the washing machine? Done deal

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Do Neutrals Make a House Feel More Expensive? Yes, Says Designers, but Only If You Do It Right

Neutral palettes can feel expensive because they shine a light on the costliest element of the home: the architecture

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