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Smart home chic: Functional furnishings with a nod to tech

With the right gadgets and digital tools, you don’t need to scrimp on style, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

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Summer office updates to make working from home a breeze

Interior experts share their top styling tips to stay productive, positive and right on point. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

Summer hosting ideas for elevating happy hour

Luxe up those libations and evening soirées with these stylish suggestions, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

How to use colour drenching in your home, according to the experts

An expert has revealed five ways to create a colourful transformation

The Independent UK

Hygge living room ideas — 6 ways to warm up your home with this Danish concept and cosy aesthetic

Hunker down until summer finally arrives with these warming ideas

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How to clean a velvet chair and remove stains in 5 easy steps - expert tricks to get it looking like new in no time

Knowing how to clean velvet chairs is essential for keeping your chairs looking their best –the experts reveal their top tips

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Sofas are getting a micro update that will make a big impact in 2025 – what you need to know about the sofa piping trend

The latest statement-making living room trend that proves individualistic interiors are in

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‘Cosy’ is taking on a new look in 2025 – this is how your cosy living room is going to change in the new year

Cosy's been one of the major buzzwords of 2024 – but it’s set to evolve as we head into the new year

Ideal Home

How to work the stylish swivel chair trend

Time to up your seating game, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

How to style up your scheme and get the look of luxe for less

You don’t need a dream home to get the designer look, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

How to make a sofa bed more comfortable - 7 ways to make your guests feel like they're sleeping on a hotel-worthy bed

Whether it's for you or guests these are our top tips to up the comfort levels of your sofa bed

Ideal Home

Back-to-school home office schemes to stimulate productivity

Make nine-to-five more fruitful with these expert tips, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

The 9 sofa bed buying mistakes to avoid at all costs - pitfalls that could turn a dream purchase into a nightmare

Don't lose sleep over your sofa bed choice – from mechanisms to measurements, here's how to get it right

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5 sofa styles to avoid in a family living room – the styles experts warn will spell disaster for busy families

Avoid choosing these sofa styles in a family lounge, warn experts – these are the styles you should be investing in instead

The Independent UK

How to ace up your attic conversion and make the most of every cranny

It’s all in the detail when it comes to utilising your floor and vertical space, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

Hotel chic: How to create and enjoy ‘everyday luxury’ at home

Style up your space for the look of luxe with these expert tips, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

5 summer home trends you need to know about

From wabi-sabi styling to fun fusion. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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Romanticise your home with these 10 beautiful cottagecore colour ideas

This trend is going nowhere so be inspired by these beautiful countryside inspired cottagecore colour ideas

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12 simple sofa buying mistakes you should avoid if you can

Investing in a new sofa can be expensive, so don't waste your money by making these errors

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6 best sofa fabrics for a calming home - the materials recommend by experts

These soothing textiles are proven to trigger feelings of calm

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This versatile statement piece brings a sense of elegance to Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' living room

The Kansas City Chiefs star invested in a textured couch that's 'remained a popular choice for our living rooms for decades'

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Sofa colour trends 2025 – the 6 hottest shades to inject into your living room

From the bold to the cosy, these are the colours you’ll be covering your sofa with this year

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6 secret tricks stylists use that can make any sofa look more expensive

Upgrade your sofa with these simple styling tips

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Christmas tree ribbon ideas – 13 ways to incorporate this year’s biggest tree decor trend into your home

The hottest look of this Christmas season comes with a bow on top

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