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HISTORICAL FACTS: Ca pietra - Caught on Camera

Retro floral bathrooms are back on trend – here's how to use floral prints tastefully in a wash space in 2026

Florals aren't just for spring

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This Scheme Just Always Looks Good — 6 Green-and-Brass Bathrooms That Feel Timeless, Luxurious, and Right for Now

Green-and-brass bathrooms are set to stay — here’s why this classic duo will always feel luxe and never go out of style, according to designers

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'Bathroom living rooms' are set to be a big trend for 2027 – here's how to make this cosy and inviting look work in your wash space

This is the perfect look to adopt for a cosy autumn

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Pony walls are the design secret bathroom pros swear by for a practical small bathroom layout – here's why

This simple shower design tweak makes a huge impact

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Livingetc Style Awards 2026 — Projects

The details that transform a renovation from functional to exceptional, proving it's the finishing touches that give a home its lasting character

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5 Outdated Kitchen Backsplash Trends Designers Just Aren't Choosing for 2026 — And What They're Picking Instead

Here are the backsplash designs making your kitchen look seriously dated, say the experts, and the five fixes that will elevate your space for years to come

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Retro kitchens are never going out of style - here's how to create a colourful, nostalgic cooking space that is far from kitsch

Small touches of this trend have a huge impact

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Ideal Home Bathroom Award Winners 2026 – outstanding designs and products that impressed our expert editors this year

Outstanding designs and products that impressed our expert editors this year

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5 Space-Saving Tricks You Always See in Loft Conversion Bathrooms — These Ideas Will Make the Most of Even the Tiniest Ensuites

Squeezing an ensuite into your loft conversion can be a tricky affair, but our expert tips are here to make it easier

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7 Trends in Ensuite Designs You Should Look at Before You Redesign This Small, but Busy Space

From earthy hues to clever lighting, here’s how the experts are transforming boring ensuites into luxe wellness retreats in 2026

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Outdoor Showers Aren't Just for Beach Houses Anymore — And Design-Wise, They've Become Almost Architectural

Pretty, practical, and even offering wellness possibilities, it's no surprise that outdoor showers are 2026's most sought-after garden design feature

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These 10 Design Ideas Will Make Your Kitchen Feel Bigger, Without Extending Your Home — These Tricks Open Up a Space 'Visually' Instead

It all comes down to understanding how the eye reads the room — and these clever tricks from color to layout make a big difference

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5 Kitchen Flooring Trends That Are Dominating Spaces in 2026 as Design Experts Pivot to Styles That Embrace Softness, Warmth, and Character

From natural finishes and characterful textures, the latest trends prove that in 2026, it's what's underfoot that sets the tone for the kitchen space

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This bathroom took a risk mixing patterned tiles and wallpaper, and the finished result is beautiful

This homeowner trusted her instincts when choosing colours and wallpapers, resulting in an eye-catching bathroom

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Where to Shop for Tiles — The 10 Luxury Tile Shops You Shouldn't Start Your Renovation Without Knowing About

Don’t start your kitchen or bathroom reno before reading (and saving) this

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3 Kitchen Tile Colors Experts Say You Should Avoid If You Want Your Space to Be Timeless and Stylish

Your kitchen tiles don't just play an aesthetic role; they also affect the practicality of your design — these are the ones experts say to avoid

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Move over, burgundy kitchens - cola is the rich, earthy hue that is going to be in the most stylish kitchens this year

It makes any kitchen instantly inviting

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The ripple effect: The 2026 guide to styling fluted furniture in every room of the house

Interiors insiders say the fluted trend will continue this year; Nicky Rampley-Clarke reveals how to incorporate it in every room of the house

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I went to the leading kitchen and bathroom show – these are the 5 new releases you need to know about for a clever and stylish home in 2026

You'll want to keep these on your radar

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7 Bathroom Tile Trends I Think You’ll See in the Most Exciting Projects This Year

From gentle glazes to muted checkerboards and striking stripes, these seven bathroom tile trends will be everywhere in 2026, say the experts

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7 Bathroom Features That Will Actually Add Value to Your Home — These Are the Things Future Buyers Will Want to See

Upgrades that balance everyday living with realistic resale appeal

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The Dated Colors Not to Paint Your Bathroom in 2026 – and the More Exciting Shades Designers Want You to Use Instead

Because bad color choices will instantly spoil your scheme

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3 bathroom tile trends to watch in 2026 – tactile textures and spa-like schemes to give your bathroom the zhuzh it deserves

It's the year to be bold with your bathroom tiles

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How to Make Your Bathroom Look Bigger — 5 Designer-Approved Tricks To Create a More Balanced Space

A capacious bathroom might be a pipedream for most of us, but you can still create the illusion of more space with a few genius design ideas

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9 Shower Trends to Transform Your Bathroom in 2026, According to Interior Designers

It's all about adding interest and contrast to your design

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