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5 Subtle Room Painting Mistakes That Will Give Away That You're Not a Professional Decorator — And the Simple Fixes to Learn

Proper planning, preparation, and finding the perfect paint leads to a job well done every time

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5 Things Experts Say You Need to Know About Living With Bare and Polished Plaster Walls — To Ensure You're Prepped Before Committing to This On-Trend Finish

Though often beautiful, textural plaster walls aren't without their flaws — experts share the realities of this finish so you can be informed before making a decision

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Forget the Exhibitions (for a Moment), the Just-Opened V&A East Shop Is a Treasure Trove of Craftsmanship — Stocked With One-Off Homewares, Clothing, and Curiosities

As the museum opens its doors to the public for the first time this week, we bring you a curated preview of the gems stored within, whether meant to be bought or seen

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Where to Put a Chinese Money Plant in Your Home for Good Luck — Move Yours Here for a More 'Prosperous' Spring

Simply adjusting the placement of this houseplant can help the energy indoors align with your goals

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Every Bathroom Should Have One of These Genius ‘Shoulder Showers’ — It’s My Dream Set-Up for When It's Not a Hair Washing Day

Meet the quietly luxurious bathroom upgrade you (and your blow-dry) have been waiting for

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This Interior Designer's Genius 'Separating Blind' Idea Gives You Privacy Only Where You Need It — Preserving Light, and Looking Good, too

It's all the function, but with spectacular form as well

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This New Outdoor Furniture Looks Like It Belongs by a Pool at a Cool Boutique Hotel — But You'd Never Guess Where It's From

There are foldaway bar carts, bistro sets, and pretty parasols with botanical prints, with most priced at under £200

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Interior Designers Warn That These 5 Trends for 2026 Just Don’t Work Well in a Small House

Interior designers know that not every ‘now’ look is right for every space — here are the trends to skip in a smaller home (and what to do instead)

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Okay, Real Question: Do I Actually Need a Headboard in My Bedroom? Here's What Designers Say

It's essential, but a headboard doesn't have to be a rigid design element; it can be interpreted more loosely, says designers

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It's Time to Touch Grass — These 5 Outdoor 'Offline Rituals' Will Help You Digitally Detox in Your Garden

Make the most of the seasonal ambiance by getting off your phone and enjoying your outdoor spaces

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Diptyque Just Added Five New Permanent Fragrances to Its Collection — And I Think Some of These Notes Will Surprise You

After getting a preview sniff of these fresh scents, I already have two favorites that feel perfect for spring

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Burl Wood Furniture Is the Biggest Trend on the High Street Right Now — An Interior Stylist Handpicks the Best of What's Out There

This revived finish is the one I reach for as an interior stylist when a room needs real personality

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How Interior Designers Decorate with Jewel Tones in 2026 to Make a Home Look More Expensive, While Avoiding Potentially Tacky Color Schemes

If there’s one set of vivid colors that can be considered truly timeless, it has to be the jewel tones

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This Once Dark Townhouse in London's Little Venice Was Transformed Into a Unique, Open, and Light-Filled Haven With Flexibility at Its Core

A challenging project from the start, the designer of this early 1900s townhouse reimagined the home with a series of special details, including a hidden kitchen and a yoga room in the garden

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IKEA Is Having a Rare Sale on Outdoor Furniture Right Now — There Are Sun Loungers, Modular Sofas, and Armchairs on Discount

With prices so reasonable, the retailer rarely goes on sale, so now is the time to bag a bargain before summer hits

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I Was Promised Stain-, Damage-, and Heat-Resistance When I Bought My Composite Sink, Only to Be Sorely Disappointed — I Asked the Experts: Where Did I go Wrong?

Can composite sinks really be stain, heat, and damage-proof, when my experience says otherwise?

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I’m Not Surprised These Solar Fence Lights Are So Highly Rated — They’re Such a Simple, and Affordable Way to Add Instant Opulence to Your Garden

With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews and a price tag of under £30, these solar lights are a win-win for a garden that looks expensive, without breaking the bank

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Out of the 19 Pink Paint Colors Farrow & Ball Has, Interior Designers Say These 3 Are Their Favorites to Use

These shades prove pink might be one of the best neutrals after all

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12 of the Most Stylish Yet Reasonably Priced Luggage Buys for an Effortlessly Chic Look — A Travel Editor's 2026 Hit List

Trust us to point you in the right direction for a packing experience that doesn't go unobserved

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5 Trends Set by Soho Home's New 2026 Collection That Are Going to Inspire the High Street for Years to Come

Endlessly duped by the high street this year, Soho Home has switched up its design ethos, bringing more complex and nuanced furniture to the fore

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What Color to Paint Your Bedroom, According to Color Psychology — Depending on If You Want a Calm or Uplifting Space

Here's everything you need to know about how color impacts not just how your bedroom looks, but how it feels

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Wait, I Mistook These Table Lamps for Vases — They're Surprising, Sculptural, and Look So Much More Expensive Than They Are

The 'one amazing thing' theory is all about a single, striking hero piece, and these table lamps are the perfect example

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Can Mediterranean Interior Design Work Without an Ocean View? Here's How to Capture the Look Wherever You Live

It doesn't take a European coastal location to recreate Mediterranean style, say the experts. Instead, it's all about relaxed vibes and lived-in moments

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This London Apartment's Tiny Kitchen Has a Clever Seating Hack to Make It a More Social Space

Searching for a space-saving way to sneak some more seating into your home? This chair might just be the answer

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After Buying His 8-Bedroom Childhood Home in Brussels, This Owner Wanted to Transform It From Traditional to Colorfully Modern for His Family

Designer Victoria-Maria reimagined the client's family home by blending its history and mid-century architectural elements with a fresh, contemporary look for a new generation to thrive in

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