MYSTERIOUS: 4 | Mind Blowing Facts

How to Build a Home That Will Stay Cool During a Heatwave — According to an Award-Winning Architect

Beyond just decor, "the most comfortable homes combine orientation, insulation, ventilation, shading, and glazing to minimize heat gain in the first place"

Livingetc · Aug 24

The 13 Garden Lighting Ideas Designers Use to Bring Outdoor Spaces to Life After Dark — Their Top Tip? "You Don't Need to Illuminate Everything"

The best lighting ideas add depth and interest, truly breathing life into your garden design when night falls

Livingetc · Aug 24

The Designer Traveled to Paris in Search of Inspiration for This Harlem Townhouse — And the Result is a Home That Embodies Color-Drenched Cozy Elegance

The interiors of this new-build brownstone have evolved from stark to soulful — and it’s a transformation that’s wonderfully artistic

Livingetc · Aug 24

5 New IKEA Products That Will Instantly Elevate Your Living Room — These Expensive-Looking Finds Are the Effortless Way to Create a Luxurious Space

No need to scroll through all the latest — these are the key IKEA new arrivals that will make your living room look effortlessly curated

Livingetc · Aug 23

Brise Soleil Might Just Be the Most Beautiful Overheating Prevention Method Around — Experts Demystify This Stylish Shading Feature

We all love spaces flooded with natural light, but they can be tricky to keep cool — step forward brise soleil

Livingetc · Aug 23

They Used to Be Monasteries — Now These Hotels Balance an Austere Heritage With Modern Luxury

You'll want to book your next retreat after seeing how these former sacred buildings were reinvented for the contemporary traveler

Livingetc · Aug 23

This ‘Wobbly’ Plate Trend Brings So Much Character When They're Stacked on Your Kitchen Shelves

Shape and texture are so important when styling a kitchen, and these irregular plates fit the bill perfectly

Livingetc · Aug 23

This Lighting Trick Makes Dark Corners Look Like a Luxury Design Feature

A dark, dingy corner can immediately ruin a room, but this smart lighting trick makes these corners look intentional and elegant

Livingetc · Aug 23

Taru O Shiru (足るを知る) Translates to the 'Luxury of Enough' — This Japanese Design Principle Will Change the Way You Curate a Space

Instead of loud, performative interiors, this discerning design trait reveals a home whose opulence is rooted in genuine taste

Livingetc · Aug 23

These Drip Coffee Makers Simplify Your Morning Routine in Style — They're Affordable, Look Good on the Counter, and are More Analog

Sometimes you don't need all the bells and whistles for a tasty cup of coffee, and that doesn't mean sacrificing good design either

Livingetc · Aug 22