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6 rooms that demonstrate why blue and green are this year's coolest colour pairing

It's the duo that works in almost every room of the house!

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Comfort met creativity in Michelle and Barack Obama's green and wood-toned early 2000s living room – 20 years later, the rare combination is trending again

Brilliant green and soothing wood unite in archival images of the couple's Chicago home from 2004, and the pairing has had a revival

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Katherine Hepburn's '80s living room champions lived-in luxury – the nostalgic, eclectic design is trending for 2025 and beyond

An archival image of Katherine Hepburn's living room shows her artful mix of materials, patterns, and antiques – it's a masterclass in slow decorating

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These 10 child-friendly sofa ideas will survive your little ones’ sticky fingers and jumping around – they balance practicality and style perfectly

If you've got children, investing in these sofas will save you a lot of headaches in the future

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Open-plan living room ideas – 29 ways to lay out, zone and decorate your living space for an airy yet comfortable look and feel

This is how to best approach arranging and decorating an open-plan lounge in order to elevate the space

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Doris Day tapped into a 2025 color trend in her 1950s living room with a cherry red sofa and blue walls 75 years before it went viral

Color trends are cyclical, and archival images of Doris Day’s living room show that the blue and red trend dominating in 2025 has a long history

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Anna Wintour's backyard features the defining garden trend of 2025 – it's stylish, practical, and so easy to recreate

A stylish pergola blurs the line between garden and home in the fashion icon's backyard – experts say it's a huge trend and explain how to replicate the look

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Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott's California casual backyard is a minimalist's dream – their relaxed look is on trend for summer 2025

Goodbye, country gardens, hello, relaxed and serene outdoor spaces – this backyard is setting a minimalist trend for summer 2025

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Joan Didion's '70s Malibu dining room is a stunning slice of the Mediterranean – the terracotta tiles, wicker chairs, and wooden table are transcendent

Archival images of the writer's California home in 1972 are a masterclass in Spanish-style interiors – a designer explains how to recreate them

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This archival photo of Jamie Lee Curtis shows how to easily upgrade a basic corner using nothing but a table and a sculptural vase

Artist Paul Jasmin photographed the actress in his Hollywood home, and decades later, it's the perfect blueprint for a well-curated dining space

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Kim Kardashian's on-trend sofa shape is an unexpected complement to her open concept living room – and it's easy to recreate her elegant look

An unusual sofa shape makes all the difference in the socialite's extra-large living room – and experts say it's an emerging trend for 2025

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Courteney Cox turns her living room credenza into a deconstructed bookcase – it's an unorthodox way to display books (and simple to replicate)

The actress places books and lamps on her credenza, making it a focal point in her living room as well as a practical storage solution

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Stripes have got a bold new look – here’s how to make the trend work in your home, according to interior experts

Add a pop of personality to the classic pattern

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Interior experts warn these 5 mistakes can make your sofa look cheap – this is how to avoid and reverse them

This is what could be making your sofa look cheap without you even realising

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Olivia Munn's living room shelving adds a modern twist to the 'nostalgia-core' trend with a pop of blue – it's a masterclass in using accent colors

Blue accents bring a modern sensibility to the actress's eclectic country-style living room – they demonstrate the power of shelf styling

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Keke Palmer's earthy living room sofa taps into the 'pistachio green' trend taking over in 2025 – it brings contemporary sophistication to any room

A green velvet sofa brings stylish warmth to Keke Palmer's living room, the color is on trend and easy to style in any home with neutral accents

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How to make your sofa look better in 10 minutes – 6 things experts do to elevate the look of their sofa when they’re short on time

Whether your sofa needs an uplift or you're expecting guests, this is how to give your sofa a bit of last-minute TLC

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Is navy a good colour for a bedroom? Decor experts explain how to use this soothing shade to create a tranquil and relaxing space

Deep and moody or timeless and classic, these navy bedroom ideas will never go out of style

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Richard Branson's blue pillows, wicker sofa, and warm neutral tones create a timeless, coastal chic design – his welcoming living room is easily replicable

Coastal design has never looked so inviting or accessible as in the business magnate's relaxed, indoor-outdoor living room – experts decode his look

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5 things experts urge you to consider before buying an ottoman bed to make sure you avoid a costly mistake

Looking to invest in a storage bed? Follow our easy guide to ensure you have thought of all the considerations before buying an ottoman

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Recliner sofas are the unexpected trend that I didn’t think I could get on board with – this is why I’ve changed my mind

This is the living room trend that took me by surprise – and it’s soon to be everywhere

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Bedroom alcove ideas – 11 clever ways to make the most of the often awkward design feature

From larger niches to shallower ones, find out how to elevate the recessed areas

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Nicole Richie's organization technique celebrates the 'bookshelf wealth' trend with a calming, luxury design scheme

The personality combines two of the year's biggest design trends to create book storage with a stunning effect

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Cottagecore decor ideas for living rooms – 10 ways to embrace this charming trend

Our cottagecore ideas for living rooms will inspire you to fill your space full of quaint and quirky pieces

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Serena Williams' kitchen incorporates 2024's most popular metallic trend for a subtle, luxe effect

The tennis star transforms her kitchen with a stylish, gold-accented backsplash – designers discuss why the look is growing in popularity

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