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Interior experts say we'll be waving goodbye to these outdated bedroom colours in 2026 – these are the trends replacing them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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10 Years On, Is Millennial Pink Making a Comeback? How Designers Are Using This Nostalgic Shade in 2026

Spoiler alert, the answer is yes, but really it never went away! We reveal why experts can't get enough of this versatile shade

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6 Green Paint Colors to Avoid When Decorating — Including the 90s-Rave-Style-Fever-Dream Green on My Living Room Wall

So I guess it's true — it's not always easy being green

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11 Happy Colors to Paint a Bedroom — The Uplifting Shades Interior Designers Recommend to Give Rooms a Dopamine Boost

Sunshine yellows, peachy pinks, and uplifting greens — these are the colors to paint your bedroom to bring joy to your sleep space

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They're Not Just White Walls — These 12 Neutral Color Schemes, Taken From Richly-Layered Real Spaces, Are Pure Inspiration for Pared-Back Palettes

From chocolate brown layered with ochre to plaster pink rooms, these are the neutral color palettes to try in 2026

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You’ve probably heard of the ‘5th wall’ paint trend, but what about the ‘6th wall’? – experts reveal why it's one of the biggest paint trends of 2026

Last year was all about focusing on the ceiling, but 2026 belongs to the floor

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4 Warm Color Schemes to Decorate With That Bring the Heat (Even in the Middle of Winter)

From obvious reds and yellows to more nuanced shades, there are plenty of ways to add warmth to your space through color

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Can an all-white home survive kids and pets? How it works for this family of four (with bonus bunnies)...

From dated decor to a light-filled space

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Pinterest just revealed the year-defining colour palette for 2026 – this is how interior designers recommend using these 5 shades in your home

The 5 most searched shades on Pinterest are out – which one will you add to your vision board this year?

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13 Calming Paint Colors Designers Use to Make Rooms Feel Soothing — And No, They're Not All Neutrals

Nature-inspired greens, plaster pinks, and even much richer tones —these paint shades set a calming base to any interior scheme

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The Vintage Interior Trends Designers Predict Will Define Homes in 2026

From floral prints to fluid silhouettes, these are the vintage trends to look out for in 2026

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10 Colors to Use Instead of Plain White, According to Interior Designers Who Want Your Home to Look More Interesting

Bored with decorating with white paint? These are the more exciting alternatives to try, from smoky green to pale blue

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2026 is all about 'cocooning' bedrooms – the 7 bedroom decor trends shaping our sleep spaces in the new year

Transform your bedroom into a restful and nurturing space

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Ralph Lauren Colors Work Well for Christmas, Sure, but Here's Why the Iconic Heritage Brand Actually Has "Enduring Appeal" in Our Interiors

It's the colors you know and love — deep reds, forest greens, creams, and navy blues — but with more specific design

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Railings is one of Farrow & Ball’s most popular colours – if you’re a fan you’ll also love these 3 expert-approved alternatives

The near-black paint shade is an icon in its own right, and these options are just as good

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Every Important Color of the Year Announcement for 2026 so Far — And What It Says About Our Interiors Over the Next Year

Deep burgundies take the lead with soothing yet saturated teals and caramels following closely behind (oh, and white)

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Your Birth Month Color Could Be the Key to a Truly Unique Home – Discover Every Shade From January to December and the Meaning Behind Each One

Let your birth month guide your next decorating move with these gemstone-inspired shades

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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Decorating With Reds, Seasonal Coziness and Pattern Tips

Ananth Ramaswamy of Arall advises on cozy corners, upholstering sofas, and why a hit of red makes any room better

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The colour trends that will define our homes in 2026 – I spoke to colour and paint experts, and this is what they say next year's colour palette will look like

These are the shades you'll want to cover your home in 2026, trust me

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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Layered Neutrals, Accent Colors, and Patterned Headboards

This month, Suzy Hoodless steps in as your interiors agony aunt to answer the questions you ask us most

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I wish I’d known this one thing before painting my walls – it would have stopped dark borders ruining my room renovation

Learn from my mistake by following this expert advice on how to avoid it

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This stunning home balances grand period details and contemporary family living perfectly

You won't want to miss this home's stunning kitchen island!

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Brit Style Takes Manhattan: Livingetc x Little Greene in New York

Our latest Design, Directed event showed the power of community, in a wonderful celebration of color and creativity

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I asked 3 interior designers what their go-to neutral paint shades are, and these 3 came up more than once

Want to paint your walls like an interior designer?

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Goodbye plain white ceilings – designers say color capping is the clever paint hack that makes a small living room feel taller

It creates the illusion of more space while adding plenty of charm

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