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Why Are My Candles 'Ghosting'? This Burning Problem Might Be Damaging Your Paintwork — Here's the Reasons Why

You know those dark, smudged stains that seem to turn up wherever your candles are? You can prevent them with some simple changes — here's how

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Don't Have Space for a Dedicated Coffee Nook? Don't Worry — Here's How a 'Coffee Drawer' Can Look Just as Custom, and Clears Away Clutter Completely

Just because you're running low on counterspace doesn't mean you can't have a dreamy caffeination station

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This 6ft Folding Paper Christmas Tree Is a Minimalist's Answer to Decorating This Festive Season — And It Goes Up in Seconds, Not Hours

Forget the fallen pine needles; this pretty, folded paper Christmas tree can be set up in seconds, and doesn't need styling

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6 Common Kitchen Mistakes When You've Got a Peninsula That Designers Warn Against, And What You Should Be Doing Instead

These small design missteps can limit your kitchen peninsula’s potential, so here's how to make it both beautiful and brilliantly functional

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You'll Want to Copy This Genius Bathroom Design That Has 'Hidden' Mirrors and Cabinets to Retain the Beautiful View From the Window

All the functionality and none of the clutter, here's a design you'll want in your own small bathroom

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You Never Have One When You Need It, So Here Are 15 Design-y Christmas Cards to Stock Up on Now, Before You Forget

Don't find yourself standing at the last-minute card section in Tesco this year...

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'Visual Decluttering' Might Be a Big Beauty Trend Right Now, But I’m Predicting It’ll Be Taking Over Your Pantry Soon, too

This neat trend is a minimalist's dream, and it's the perfect undertaking for the new year. Plus, there are three ways you can execute the aesthetic

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10 Tiled Fireplace Ideas That Will Warm Up Those Cold and Crisp Winter Nights, In Style

From nostalgic zellige browns to the clean lines of modern curves, these tiled fireplaces turn the hearth into a forever focal point

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Honeycomb Shapes, Folded Stars, Pleated Fans — Paper Christmas Decorations Are Everywhere This Year, and It's Not Just Because They're So Easy to Store

Whether your Christmas decor leans playful or understated, paper decorations cater to all, and these are the most stylish among them

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"Can I Get Rid of My Fireplace? How Easy Is It?" Here's What You Need to Know, From Regulations to Cost, Before You Consider It

If you want to say goodbye to your fireplace, but aren't sure how, our architects have all the advice you need

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The Secret to Food That Looks Elegant, Precise, and Chic? Try These 2 Bladed Tools, Says Culinary Artist Imogen Kwok

The trained chef admits she is "very particular" about every kitchen utensil she uses, but her edible creations wouldn't be the same without those that sculpt them into shape

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This Trend Forecaster Says Every Home Needs "Chromatic Tension" — But, What Actually Is That?

Bold and eye-catching color doesn't always create the right amount of tension; mastering this technique requires a touch of dissonance

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The 4 Most Common Problems for Houseplants in Winter — And How to Head Them Off Before They Happen

After all, prevention is better than cure when it comes to your indoor plants surviving the colder months

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Okay, That's Clever — Pull This 'Transforming' Console Table Out From the Wall and It Moonlights as a Swanky Home Bar Set-Up

A dedicated home bar area is a luxury very few can afford, but what if there was another way?

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"Not a Compromise, or an Afterthought" — The 5 Things You Should Design Around a Sofa Bed That'll Make Guests Feel Way More Comfortable

Make a temporary setup feel like a thoughtfully designed space so guests can sleep easy

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At This Moody Basque Eatery in Soho, Dramatic Cracked Walls "Tell a Story" — While Smoky Plates and Vermouth Keep on Coming

"We wanted the space to feel alive, imperfect, and expressive, a reminder that beauty comes through texture and time," MAD Restaurants' founder Artem Login says of brutalist hotspot ALTA

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This Clever Wine Glass Storage Fixture Will Practically Double the Amount of Space in Your Cabinets, If You Use It in the Right Way

Honestly, wine and cocktail glasses are one of the biggest space-eaters in your kitchen cabinets, but this upside-down storage, which costs less than £20, can help

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Okay, That Makes It Easy — These 3 'Bauble Ratio' Rules Give You a Guide to Follow on How Many Ornaments Your Christmas Tree Should Have

Whether it's the number of baubles or the ratio of ornaments to lights, these tips and tricks will streamline your decorating process

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You Need to Start Now — This Is the 6 Week Organizing Schedule to Follow to Get Your Home Ready for Christmas

You're right on time to get your home in order for the festive season, but don't procrastinate any further

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Design Diary: Field Notes From Our NYC Editor

Contributing editor Keith Flanagan walks us through his month in New York and the latest news from the design world that has him excited right now

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Wait, Did the Kitchen Hatch Just Make a Comeback? Experts Tell Us Why We'll See It More In 2026

Blending function, flow, and conversation in one cleverly designed feature, the kitchen hatch might be that one addition you need in your remodel

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The 5 Biggest Dining Room Trends for 2026 Suggest We're Starting to Embrace "Smaller Moments Within Larger Spaces" — Here's How to Do It

These are the designer-approved palettes, layouts, and lighting schemes that will lead to a design-forward yet timeless space

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Serving Looks — These Are the Designer Bar Trays Elevating Your Entertaining Season That Our Editors Love

It's time to serve guests while looking your best with these pretty finds from some of my favorite retailers

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These All-Tile Bathroom Basins Might Be the Most Creative Way to Design a Vanity Right Now, but I Want You to Know These Things About Them, Practically

Is it worth the trouble? The experts dive into the pros and cons of this eye-catching design

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This 'Entryway Bed' Helps Stop Air Mattresses From Taking Over My Tiny Living Room Every Time Guests Come to Stay

An entryway bed sounds unconventional, but it helps make the most of your small space

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