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This is the 1 Color Designers Say You Should Avoid in Your Kitchen if You Don't Want to Repaint in 2026

Yes, it's probably the exact color you're thinking of

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The Kitchen Lighting 'Rule Of 3' Will Instantly Make Your Space Look Expensive – And Designers Swear By It For A Perfectly Layered Scheme

This simple but utterly effective approach ensures your kitchen lighting is ready for every need and occasion

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All the most stylish kitchens in 2025 forgo this key feature – but should you follow the trend and ditch your kitchen backsplash? Designers are divided

The most stylish kitchens I've seen recently have ditched the backsplash, opting for a sleek, painted finish, but is it a good idea? Here, designers weigh in

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'Design for the life you’re living – not the one you think you “should” be living' – Marie Flanigan knows how to create the most stylish homes that feel as lived-in as they do luxurious

In our new series Layered Lives, we get to know the designer behind her beautiful, effortless spaces, finding out more about Marie's very laid-back, personal approach to interior design

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This is the 1 accessory designers always add to kitchens – it's chic, affordable, and the easiest way to elevate your scheme

They're natural, useful, and timelessly beautiful

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'Every design decision supports that smooth transition to the busy rhythm of the day' – how designer Marie Flanigan gets her home ready for back-to-school season

Homes & Gardens sat down with designer, and parent of three, Marie Flanigan, to find out how she preps her home for the return to school, getting her tips and tricks for ensuring all your hardworking spaces support a smooth (as possible) transition

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I asked an interior designer what 1 thing you must do in a kitchen remodel to ensure you love it forever – their answer was surprisingly simple

According to designer Marie Flanigan, get your lighting right from the beginning, and your kitchen design will truly stand the test of time

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8 kitchen design decisions to make now that could increase the value of your home later, according to interior designers

Whether you're in the process of a kitchen remodel or are looking for some smaller-scale upgrades, these design decisions can add value to your home

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6 Range Alcove Ideas That Make a Statement of This Awkward Kitchen Feature

Who said your range can't be beautiful? These designs turn awkward stove alcoves into stunning kitchen focal points

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What is patina? Everything you need to know about this vintage, aged look, according to designers and antiques experts

A guide to identifying and maintaining the character of your antique and vintage pieces

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7 couch colors that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

These couch colors will help to guarantee longevity in your lounge, say experts...

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7 underrated kitchen features that are sure to make your life easier, according to interior designers

From game-changing storage to functional decor

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How to make a modern kitchen feel older – 6 simple tips for giving your contemporary space an aged feel

Simple ways to give your kitchen a more characterful finish

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5 sofa styles to avoid if you want a timeless living room

These sofa styles are the ones to avoid if you want to future-proof your living room, according to interior designers

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I painted my west-facing home office a moody pastel blue but I might have made a mistake – here’s why I want to repaint it already

I thought I made a safe choice in pastel blue – until I lived with it

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It's out with boring basins and in with statement sinks – the emerging trend that's transforming small bathrooms

This year is all about making mundane essentials more stylish – and your bathroom sink is the perfect place to experiment is a small scheme

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Tapestries are the unexpected vintage revival designers are loving in 2025 – here's how to decorate with them at home

Find out why tapestries are the interior designer-approved secret to adding layers and warmth to a space

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Limited space needn't limit the design – these 3 stand out kitchens prove just how beautiful and impactful more intimate spaces can be

Small doesn't mean you have to compromise on style – and these designer kitchens are the perfect inspiration

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8 things that will always make your bathroom look small, according to designers

From colors to tiles, some things will always make your bathroom look small, even when it isn't. Here's what designers say to avoid and what to do instead

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I Keep Seeing Decorative Countertop Edges Everywhere — The Trending Detail Making Kitchens Feel So Much More Magical

We're always on the hunt for ways to elevate our kitchen design, and this just might be our new favorite

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Suddenly, every expensive-looking bathroom has an alcove bathtub – interior designers explain the enduring appeal of this built-in design

Alcove bathtubs are such a simple design approach, but we have seen so many examples recently that prove how luxurious they can make a bathroom feel

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This interior designer swears by these popular paint colors that bring 'elegance to any space' – two shades to know about for a sophisticated home

Here's why designer Marie Flanigan loves using Benjamin Moore's White Dove and Farrow & Ball's Dead Salmon

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Is it time to ditch all-white bathrooms? Here's everything I learned when I asked designers about bringing more color into my bathroom

The latest bathroom trends have me questioning my white bathroom fixtures, so I asked designers how to introduce more color

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Bathroom islands are the luxurious feature you didn't know you needed – here's how designers nail the trend

The perfect feature to fuse function and style – bathroom islands are set to be a huge trend this year

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Marie Flanigan teaches us how to find the perfect light fixture diameter – it's 'the best design tip I've learned'

Using a simple combination of room measurement calculations, Marie Flanigan has provided us with an easy lighting tip we will be using for years

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