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These 'Half Umbrellas' Are the Genius Way to Bring Shade to a Tiny Balcony — In Fact, They're Specifically Designed for This Space

Even the tiniest of outdoor areas deserve some proper sun protection — and this ' half umbrella' is the summer solution every balcony and patio needs

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6 Ways to Use Rocks in Your Garden That Make Your Borders Feel More Interesting, Fill Space, and Add Layers to Your Landscaping

The best modern rock gardens feature carefully placed rocks and plants for a contemporary-looking composition that slots naturally into the landscape

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6 Kitchen Backsplashes That Are Making Your Kitchen Look Cheap — and What Designers Say You Should Choose Instead for an Elevated Design

Not all backsplash materials feel luxurious — here’s what can make a kitchen look cheap, and what to choose instead, according to the experts

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7 Design Trends Interior Designers Are Using to Create 'Snugs' in 2026 — Leaning Into Cocooning Color, Rich Texture, and "Quiet Theatricality" in 2026

We might be heading into summer, but snugs are for relaxing year-round — so lean into lounging with these comforting design ideas

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This Interior Designer Designed Her Art Deco Loft Conversion Bedroom With a Clever Open-Concept Bathroom and a Coffee Station Hidden in the Walls

With concealed joinery, warm Art Deco detailing, and a design that doesn't mean going all the way downstairs for a morning coffee, this Brockley loft proves true luxury is all in thoughtful design

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This Garden Designer Would Never, Ever Pick This Trending Outdoor Furniture Color, Because It 'Argues' With the Landscape

Charlotte Rowe explains why natural teak, stone, and terracotta always work better outdoors

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How Can I Make My Home Feel More 'Natural'? Here's How an Interior Stylist Does It, Without Relying Just on Houseplants

These nature-inspired homeware finds combine warm textures, organic materials, and earthy tones to make a space feel more relaxed and inviting

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What to Buy From Pottery Barn's Outdoor Furniture Range in 2026 — The Best of the Best If You Want an On-Trend Backyard This Year

As a former style editor, I have years of experience finding standout pieces among all the noise, so I've done the hard work for you

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IKEA's Iconic VARMBLIXT Lamp Just Got a Smart Home Makeover, and It's Even Better Now — Here's My Review of the Viral 'Donut' Light

I tried Sabine Marcelis' rework of this viral lamp, and there's only one aspect holding me back from a perfect score

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The 'Deep-Padded' Cushions on This Garden Sofa Are No Joke — Elevated Outdoor Living Has Never Looked So Comfortable

On-trend stripes and a terracotta color scheme? This small but cozy outdoor seat might be the find of the season

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10 Easy Decorating Hacks From Interior Designers That Require Minimal Effort but Are Utterly Transformative

It’s all in the detail when it comes to interiors — and these designers’ tips for decorative hacks make a real difference to how a space looks and feels

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Into 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'? This Limited-Edition Travel Experience Brings the Magic of Wes Anderson's Cinematography Into Your Holiday — Original Props Included

With the launch of The Director's Route, W Hotels leads a new era of set-jetting hospitality, turning fiction into reality

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5 Tricks From Landscape Designers That Will Make Your Garden Paths Look Neater, Better Designed, and Better Blended Into Your Scheme

So much more than a route from A to B, your garden paths should be a refined part of your landscape design — here's how to ensure they are

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Outdoor Rocking Chairs Are the Most Calming Furniture Trend to Add to a Garden — Here Are This Year's Best

From cushioned garden seats to sleek powder-coated frames, outdoor rocking chairs are quietly becoming the most relaxing way to style a patio or garden corner

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3 Kitchen Cabinet Colors That Look Great With Wood — These Combinations Feel So Right for 2026

Give your wood a boost and pair it with one of our expert-picked kitchen cabinet colors — these fail-safe options are bound to impress

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Ruggable Just Launched These 'Jute-Inspired' Rugs That Are So Durable You Can Use Them for Your Garden and Your Living Room

I tested it in my own garden to see if it really delivers on comfort and elevated style, as promised

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This Is What Miranda Priestly's Office Smells Like — These Exact Fragrance Brands Have the Fashion Crowd's Seal of Approval

These fragrances are so chic, I'm not surprised this iconically haute character approves

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This Wall Color Is Quietly Replacing Beige and Gray as a Go-to 'Neutral' for Interior Designers in 2026 — And It Doesn't Feel "Flat and Predictable"

This understated shade has all the versatility of a neutral, but with enough presence to make your space look and feel more layered

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In a Design Scene That Can Feel 'Cookie-Cutter', London Craft Week Shows That Handmade Furniture Still Makes a Difference — In and Outside the Home

As mass-produced dupes hinder the legacy of beloved design icons, the artisan community holds the secret to long-term authenticity, say its makers

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5 Problems Guests Will Always Notice in Your Garden, But That Designers Warn You've Become Blind to, and How to Fix Them

We all want to give guests something to talk about in the garden, but don't let it be for the wrong reasons

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I Tested Ooni's New Rotating Stone That Turns Your Pizzas for You — and It Will Make Outdoor Hosting Effortless This Summer

Compatible with Ooni's Koda 2 range, the rotating stone removes the delicate challenge of manually turning your pizzas

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This Very-Clever Magnetic Soap Holder Will Help Solve Your Bathroom Countertop and Shower Clutter, and Fixes to Tiles With No Drilling

Whether you've switched to bar soap by your sink or in your shower room, this storage idea is a clever spruce

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How to Make Sure Your Bathroom Always Smells Good — Including the 'Hidden' Hack That Keeps Things Feeling Fresh and Clean

These tips will make this space feel fresh, clean, and calming without disrupting aesthetics

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All Interiors People Know to Check the 'New-In' Section Regularly — These Are the Best Finds for May, to Save You Time Wading Through Every Website

Each piece proves that seasonal decor can have lasting style

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This Brass Outdoor Pendant Light Is So Pretty, I'd Style It Indoors — Plus, It's Portable and Rechargeable

Bring decorative lighting to your outdoor space without needing to call the electrician

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