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From Wide Open Spaces to Cozy Corners — 8 Living Room Layout Ideas That Work Harder Than Your Ex Ever Did!

Whether you're looking for ways to anchor a sprawling space or fill a smaller one with more function, here are the living room layout ideas experts recommend

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From an "All Wet Floor" Concept to "Doorless" Shower Screens — Here's 9 Clever Bathroom Layout Ideas

One thing interior designers all agree on: it doesn't matter how stylish it looks, if you don't get your bathroom layout right, your space simply won't work

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Decorating With Rugs — Interior Designers on What Works and What Doesn't in Your Home

Should you match a rug to your décor, or use it to make a statement in the space? These are the sorts of questions we put to designers — here's what they said

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It's One of These 7 Sofa Layout Mistakes That Are Killing the "Flow" in Your Living Room

If your living room doesn't seem to work well, it might be down to how you've arranged the sofa. These interior design projects show how to get do a couch layout well, instead

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Camouflage kitchens are the next big trend getting designers excited – here's how to design a kitchen that doesn't look like a kitchen

Be inspired to part with kitchen design conventions with these beautiful unique schemes

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Introducing neutral maximalism – the interior style that makes a big impact with muted tones

Are you a maximalist who leans towards muted tones? The neutral maximalism look could be for you

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7 Shower Trends That Are Setting the Tone for Relaxing, Creative Bathrooms in 2024

The trends in enclosures, fixtures, materials and more than inspiring modern showers right now, according to interior designers

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8 Minimalist Paint Ideas That Add Interest to Pared-Back Spaces, But Never Feel Fussy

Minimalists may think they only have a few options when it comes to painting their homes, but these designers are here to prove that wrong

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"Not a Seashell in Sight" — 7 Modern Coastal Living Room Ideas That Set a Cool, Laidback Tone

You might have a certain image of what a coastal living room looks like, but these designers are proving designing these spaces is about more than a theme

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5 Times Interior Designers Have Used Trim and Moldings to Make Simple Kitchens Look Amazing

These clever kitchen cabinet molding and trim ideas add texture and intriguing details to door fronts

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Modern Wall Paneling Ideas — Alternative Styles to Shaker Panels to Try in Contemporary Spaces

If classic wall coverings aren't your thing, we've curated so of the best modern wall paneling ideas to consider instead

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8 Ways to Make a Minimalist Home Feel Comfortable — "It Doesn't Have to Mean Stark and Severe"

Minimalism in design can give your mind room to breathe, but many people worry it's something that is inherently uncozy — these designers want to show you that's not the case

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Designers Share The Do's and Don'ts of Designing for Comfort — "These are The Golden Rules!"

If you're designing a home where the priority is comfort, these are the dos and don'ts the designers swear by

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Designers Pick the Colors That Make You Feel More Comfortable - and How to Use Them

Color is the key to comfort! Here are six shades to cozy up your home, hand-picked by the designers

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These Are the 8 Most Comfortable Design Trends Designers Love — "They're so Right For Now!"

If you're looking to bring a little comfort into your life, these are the eight comfortable design trends designers are turning to, and they're so right for now

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5 Bathrooms With Dreamy Bathtubs That Would be Perfect to Soak Away the January Blues

Is there anything more indulgent and revitalizing than a sumptuous soak in the bath? These are 5 of our favorite tubs that we're dreaming of dipping into this January

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10 Ways Designers Decorate Modern Walls To Create Homes That Feel Warm and Inviting

These modern wall decor ideas will help you create spaces that feel like home, elevated spaces you can relax and unwind in but that look good, too

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7 Perfect Color Schemes for Open Plan Kitchen and Living Spaces — The Secrets Designers Use for Balance

Choosing the color schemes for open plan kitchen and living spaces can be a tricky blend, unless you follow these expert designer secrets to get them right

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"Go for this over white!" 6 beautiful kitchens with black sinks that will convince you to switch up your design

Designers discuss why this dark and dramatic hue is the secret to a stunning kitchen scene

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We're calling it - dark, wall-to-wall carpet is the surprising flooring trend that we'll see making a comeback in 2024

Designers are turning to elegant, dark and moody carpet colors to elevate spaces and make them feel more extravagant

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9 unusual bathroom materials designers are using to set the trends for 2024

Interior designers are taking risks and breaking from tradition when it comes to bathroom materials. Follow their lead and create a bespoke bathroom that’s unique to you

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What is the best carpet color for 2024? Top designers agree on one tone and it makes rooms look so rich and warm

The world's top designers agree that wall-to-wall carpet is back for 2024, and that this will be the year we all embrace warmly rusted tones. Here's how to use them

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This architect's trick for positioning a bed in the middle of a room makes me want to be braver with my bedroom layout

Putting a bed in the middle of a room is a shortcut to emulating luxurious hotel-like designs, but it's a tricky layout to get right. Here, an architect explains how it's done best

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'They're divisive!' How an unexpected take on Brutalist interiors has us convinced these spaces can be soft and welcoming

A new approach to this architectural trend introduces surprising colors and textures into the mix – say hello to the softer side of Brutalist interiors

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What Colors Go With Gold? 13 Color Pairings That Bring the Best Out of Warm Metallics

Gold accents are a timeless addition to your space, but this finish works better with some colors over others. So, what are the most complementary colors for gold?

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