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It’s official, retro wallpaper is cool again – here’s how to make it work in your home for 2026, according to the experts

Put a personal spin on this playful trend

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Is using ChatGPT the secret to a successful kitchen reno? An interiors pro reveals the 4 ways she used it make hers easier

It will make planning a renovation so much simpler

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You've been warned – these are the 5 biggest kitchen mistakes designers always have to fix, plus what to do instead

Don't make the same mistakes

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I asked 5 interior designers how they refresh their home for the new year without breaking the bank – these are the 7 budget ideas that I’m stealing

‘A good refresh shouldn’t feel like a shopping list, it should feel like a reset’

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This January garden tool care task is so important – it could mean the difference between healthy and infected plants in the spring

It's the gold standard for garden hygiene

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These 6 lighting trends are set to be big in 2026 – experts reveal the lamp styles and fixture colours to add to your home this year

From the most popular shades to the lamp style people can’t get enough of, these are the 2026 trends you should know about

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These 12 garden trends are set to reshape our outdoor spaces in 2026 – from climate-resilient planting to foraging gardens

Punctured water butts? They’re smarter than they sound…

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I never know if I’m decluttering too much or too little – so, I asked professional organisers how often I should *really* be decluttering my home

The aim is clutter-free, not clinical

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How to use your home lighting to lift your mood in winter — lighting experts reveal the tricks that will make you feel better in the darker months

Scientific experts and lighting pros share the secrets to a happier lighting scheme

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I asked 7 interior designers how they make a living room feel cosy – these are the 5 non-negotiables they recommend to create a cocooning lounge like a pro

These are the 5 ways all interior designers agree you need to make a living room look and feel cosy

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Experts are urging people to avoid these 4 popular social media heating hacks, warning they will do more harm than good

Just because you've seen it on Facebook doesn't meant it's a good idea...

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Ceramic colanders are the new must-have kitchen accessory – cookware experts say they could be the key to healthier cooking

Is 2026 the year to invest in ceramic everything for your kitchen?

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Muted boho is the vibe in this West Sussex late-Victorian terrace

It's the perfect aesthetic for creating a calm seaside retreat

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I’m NOT decluttering my wardrobe this year – this is the easy and chic approach I’m taking instead

‘The result is a wardrobe that works harder for you, rather than one that’s simply emptier’

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Sort Your Life Out’s Iwan Carrington shares how you can clean your entire home while fitting it around your lifestyle – it’s the perfect way to avoid overwhelm

How to stay motivated to clean when you just *really* don’t want to

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4 climbing plants to prune in January – trim these climbers now to encourage healthy growth and even more flowers this year

Trim these climbers back now

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Get comfortable because 2026 is all about deep and generous sofas – experts reveal how to embrace the look in your living room

‘They give us a feeling of being cocooned and cosy in our homes’ – this is why deep-seated, generously sized sofas are trending right now

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6 common household items you need to declutter right now – experts warn they’re secretly making you miserable

If you want a happy home, it's time to say goodbye to these items

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Yale has dropped a front door lock that requires no key to open – I can’t decide if I love it or hate it

I spoke to home security experts to find out if smart locks are worth it

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Kitchen cocooning is the secret to surviving winter – this is how I'm creating a cosy cooking space

Lean into the colder months rather than fighting against it

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I’m using this famous William Morris principle to declutter my home in 2026 – here’s what the pros have advised me to do

Are these words to live by?

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Have you tried 'zoned heating'? Heating experts are recommending this easy and efficient method to keep your home warm in winter

If you're looking to keep your energy costs down this is what you need to try

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3 mood-boosting kitchen colours to uplift your home this January – it’s the key to a happier cooking space

A lick of paint is all you need

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These 11 living room trends are going to be all the rage in 2026 – the top styles to give your lounge a contemporary makeover

These are the looks, pieces and finishes set to define your living space in the year ahead

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A 'base scent' is the secret technique all the best-smelling homes use – this is how to choose one for your home in 2026

Home fragrance experts reveal the secret to finding that underlying signature scent for your home

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