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What to Thrift According to Your Zodiac – The Astrologer's Guide to Shopping Second Hand

Create a truly authentic home by letting the stars guide your next thrift trip

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From Navy to Indigo, These Are 8 Blues I'd Paint Over If You've Got Them — And the More Stylish Shades to Use Instead

Discover the shades of blue paint that are falling out of favor, and the fresher alternatives designers are using instead

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This is the shade replacing brilliant white in your home in 2026 – it looks less stark and feels warmer and cosier

Brilliant white is on its way out this year – this is the paint shade to go for instead

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Meet the inspiring women who turned their passions into remarkably successful businesses

Follow the journey of how these creative women have made crafting beautiful interiors their jobs

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Yes, your birth month has a decluttering style – this is how to use your personality traits to your advantage (and avoid clutter overwhelm!)

From January to December, these are the decluttering methods that'll suit you best

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Interior experts say we'll be waving goodbye to these outdated bedroom colours in 2026 – these are the trends replacing them

Goodbye cool whites, hello rich and earthy tones

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A neutral living room doesn’t have to be boring – 18 ways to create a stylish and interesting neutral lounge

The top expert-recommended neutral living room ideas to make a neutral scheme chic, cosy and anything but boring

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This London Home Taps Into the Japanese Concept of Yūgen for Its Dreamy, Sunset-Inspired Aesthetic — "Subtle Beauty, Nothing Too Vocal"

The sands of Burning Man were the unlikely reference point for this project, where it now always feels like golden hour

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7 Things That Are Making Your Bathroom Feel Infinitely Smaller — Most of Which Are Easy Design Mistakes to Avoid

If using your bathroom feels like a squash and a squeeze, do check it’s not self-inflicted — here's what to ditch

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The ‘Finish What You Started’ List — Professional Project Managers on How to Tie Up Unfinished Renovation Jobs in 2026 in 6 Easy Steps

There is no excuse for half-finished renovation jobs with our expert guide to sorting out that snagging list fast

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Should I Buy a Rectangular or Round Dining Table? Interior Designers Reveal Which Shape Works Best Where, and When

Your dining table is so much more than just a place to sit for mealtimes — here’s how to decide which shape best suits your space and style

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6 Christmas Table Styling Mistakes I Wish Everyone Reads This Year — Because It's Easy to "Make Even Beautiful Decorations Feel Chaotic"

From overcrowding to not sticking to one color palette, these are the commonly made table styling mistakes, according to designers

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Your guests are noticing clutter in your home you can’t see – 5 ways to cure your house blindness

Sometimes, the most obvious clutter can look the most invisible

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Forget Chairs — This Dining Room Seating Trend Takes Your Space From Casual to Comfortable, Convivial, and Curated

Interior designers are going beyond simply arranging chairs around the dining table — here’s how to make your seating setup firmly on trend

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‘I made it my mission to befriend the owner … we ended up swapping houses’: a refurbishment 14 years in the making

After falling in love with an Edwardian house up the street, interior designer Fiona Duke had to bide her time before the owner was ready to sell. Thanks to a clever mix of retro and contemporary design, it was worth the wait

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Blue is one of the UK’s most popular living room colours – this is how to elevate your lounge with the timeless hue

These are the 19 ways to incorporate blue into your living space and take advantage of the colour's soothing effects

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I asked 5 interior designers and experts what 2025 trends they’re already sick of – these are the 6 looks they’re over

And some of them might surprise you...

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Meet the NiD25 – The Future of Design Starts Now

We're very proud to announce the designers making up the first NiD25, who will help to change the face of the industry given the right support

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Muji Living Room Ideas — 5 Ways to Harness the Calming Qualities of This Japanese Design Style

Inspired by Japanese "zen" principles, Muji living rooms are all about cultivating a calming, tranquil space that nourishes the soul

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Why does my carpet feel damp? Property experts reveal the 3 causes and how to fix them properly to avoid mold

Condensation doesn't just gather on your windows

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How to Make a Kitchen Extension Feel Brighter — Sometimes All You Need Is a 'Central Sun Spot'

The very best ways to make your new kitchen extension feel light, bright, and airy

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Interior Doors Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought — 11 Ideas That Will Actually Elevate Your Home's Design

Interior doors are not just access points from one space to another — with a little thought, they can be the star of the show

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What's replacing navy in 2025? The moody blue is being replaced by a refreshing new shade

Powder blue is airy, light and pairs with anything and is perfect for the arrival of spring

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The 5 Japanese Design Principles Everyone Who Wants a Calm-Feeling Home Should Know About

If you're looking to create a home with a sense of calm and uncluttered minimalism at its core, these simple Japanese aesthetic principles are all you need

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'Ma' (間) Is the Japanese Minimalist Aesthetic I Think Everyone Should Read About Before They Start Decorating

Find your calm and zen with the Ma aesthetic that will change the way you think and feel when it comes to your home and what surrounds it.

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