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All My Favorite Interior Designers Keep Using 'Soapstone' Countertops in Their Projects — But What Actually Are They?

From what it is, to how it can be used, here is everything you need to know and make note of when choosing this material for your home

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Forget Flat Veneer Cabinets — Sawn Timber Kitchens Are the 'Unpolished' Material Trend That Makes Your Space Feel More Soulful

For a kitchen full of character and individual charm, you can't beat sawn timber. Here's your guide to the material

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I'm Calling It, This Expensive-Looking but Subtle Detail Is the Big Trend to Buy Into for Homewares for the New Season

From woven bathroom tiles to leather laundry baskets and chunky throws, the basket weave is returning with ravishing vengeance

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This Urban Outfitters Armchair's Secret Compartment Will Give You So Much More Storage for Your Living Room or Bedroom

Undercover storage is my favorite thing when designed right, and UO understood the assignment perfectly

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From Larger-Than-Life Florals to Reworked Classics — House of Hackney Has Just Reimagined William Morris' Iconic Designs

The AW25 collection has all the nostalgic spirit of the Arts and Crafts movement, but with a bit of a cool, contemporary twist

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How the 'Train Case' Became Luggage's Newest, Most Elegant Trend — Embodying the Daring New Age of Rail Travel

2025 is witnessing the grand revival of train journeys: the retro-futuristic design of this sleek accessory alone captures their craftsmanship-led rebirth

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These Clever 'Light Wells' Are the Trick to Make Your Bathroom Feel Bright and Filled With Natural Light, Even When There Are No Windows

Discover how artificial bathroom light boxes create the illusion of natural light while enhancing mood and design, even in smaller spaces

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5 of the Most Uncomfortable Colors to Live With — And How to Harness Them to Make Your Home's Design More Daring

Because overcoming obstacles is often the best way to achieve a more playful, provocative, and personal style

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I've Found the Smartest Way to Light Up My Balcony, No Electrician Required — And It Costs Less Than £20

Eco-friendly, chic, and affordable... What more could you look for in a balcony light?

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6 'Lucky' Houseplants That People Always Decorate With to Bring a Sense of Prosperity Into Your Home

No sparingly spotted four-leaf clovers here — these varieties bring luck as they stem and bloom

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Unexpectedly, Dulux Just Announced a Trio as Its Color(s) of the Year for 2026 — They'll "Soothe, Steady, or Excite, Depending on How You Play It"

Blue has been a popular interior color for centuries, but it's far from one note

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This London Fashion Favorite Has Collaborated With Oliver Bonas on the Brunchware That'll Make Your Breakfast Table Feel Effortlessly Cool

The lion-shaped ceramic butter keeper is going straight into my shopping cart

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IKEA Just Revealed Its Full Gustaf Westman Collection — With a Trick to Sign Up for the Pre-Sale, Because It's Definitely Going to Sell Out

The Swedish designer's playful aesthetic just got a lot more affordable thanks to this tableware collaboration with the (also-Swedish) interiors giant

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This Japanese Vase Style Is the Secret to Making Grocery Store Flowers Look Luxe (and a Bit More Minimalist)

Less is more with these Japanese-style vases, inspired by understated form, earthy colors, and natural textures

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"Your Eye Doesn't Know Where to Land" — Yes, You Can Have Too Much Tile in Your Bathroom, Here's the Rule to Get the Balance Right

It's easy to overwhelm your bathroom in tiles if you don't get your design quite right. Our experts teach us how to get it perfect when planning

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This Historic Home Is Designed For Entertaining at Scale — But Without Compromising on a Fun, Contemporary Family Home

Amid the historical details of this eclectic New Jersey mansion, there’s fun to be found in playful patterns and bright hues

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London Design Festival Is Coming — Here's a Preview of This Year's Coolest Showcases to Help You Navigate It Like a Design Insider

As London Design Festival returns to the capital September 13-21, we've curated some of the top highlights to look out for around town

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Is Knocking Through Walls Still the Right Choice? When and Where You Should, and Shouldn't, Do It for 2026 Projects

Open-plan living isn’t always the answer. For 2026, architects reveal the right time, place, and strategy for knocking through walls at home

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Where Classical Elegance Meets Modernity — This Red Brick Home Was Transformed Into an Airy and Elegant Southern-Style Delight

Designed by Alma Workshop, this New York home has shifted into a space filled with fresh textures, bright colors, and timeless accents

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Move Over Pump Bottles — This Vintage 'Tipping' Soap Dispenser Is the Coolest Accessory for Your Bathroom Right Now

After hours of searching, I found where to buy one of these chic designs that'll give your bathroom a swanky, private members club feel

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Now, That's Genius — These 'In-Frame Effect' Cabinet Doors Give Standard Doors the Look of a Much More Expensive Kitchen

This cabinetry range tricks the eye, making standard kitchen doors look more custom thanks to a clever design detail

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Turns Out, 'Dopamine Anchoring' Is the Anti-Procrastination Trick You Need to Cross Off Your Decluttering and Organizing Home Chores

This science-backed approach will cure your procrastination with practical to-dos and help you keep your living spaces in check

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"It’s Always Evolving" — This Bright and Beautiful Munich Apartment Is Also an Interior Designer's Live-In Showroom

Designer Stephanie Thatenhorst’s Munich abode is a playground for her creative ideas — and a place where high design meets daily life

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What Color Kitchen Cabinets Actually Go Well With Wooden Countertops? Designers Share Their Perfect Pairings

Just because it's neutral doesn't mean it looks equally good with every color. These are the shades to use with your wooden cabinets

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5 Sustainability Mistakes You're Probably Making in Your Bathroom That Are Undermining Your Eco-Conscious Efforts

We all want to do our bit for the planet, but designers say these common mistakes are making your bathroom less environmentally friendly

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