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5 'Quiet' Colors to Paint Your Living Room That Are 2026-Approved (and No, They're Not All Neutrals)

These are the exact paint shades interior designers use for setting a calm backdrop

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Every Garden Should Have a 'Patio Island' — The Overlooked Trend Landscape Designers Use to Make Your View So Much More Layered With Planting

Introduce a leafy, layered, island planting bed, and your patio will be reinvented into a modern design space

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H&M Just Launched These 'Cone' Lampshades That Will Make Any Lamp Base You Have Look Like a Designer Object

You don't need to throw away your worn-out light fittings; you just need to switch up the shade — it's an affordable way to get designer-worthy looks

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Should a Rug Go Under a Dining Table? When You Should Avoid It, and the Scale Tricks to Know to Stop This Setup Feeling Awkward

It's not always as simple as you may think, but when done well, a rug can have transformative power in this space

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A Burl Wood Bedside Table Is an Easy Way to Instantly Elevate Your Bedroom — These Are Our Favorites for a Boutique Hotel Vibe

Burl wood has been one of the standout trends this year, and these bedside tables are the perfect way to bring the trend home

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A Shortcut to Spaces Feeling Lived-In — These 16 Vintage-Style Rugs Make a Room Feel Collected Over Time

You don't need to fill a home with vintage to make it feel collected. Often, it's the illusion of age that makes all the difference.

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Long Live the DIY Revival — In an Increasingly Digital Landscape, People Are Relearning Manual Crafts to "Reclaim Ownership" of Their Surroundings

"In a culture in which digitization flattens aesthetics and dematerializes experiences," writes Debika Ray, "using our hands can become a way to express ourselves" and make the spaces we inhabit truly ours

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This High Street Brand Should Be Your First Stop for Trending Tableware — It's Affordable, Highly Aesthetic, and Will Still Survive a Dinner Party

H&M Home has its finger on the pulse when it comes to setting a stylish table, with pieces that look just as good styled on your shelves

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5 Design Lessons to Bring to London Homes From Mediterranean Climates, According to a Cypriot Designer

Warm colors, natural materials, and more — our expert knows exactly how to bring the Mediterranean home with you

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If Your Espresso Tastes Bitter, Sour, or Weak, This Is What Your Machine Is Desperately Trying to Tell You

A good espresso about taking the time to learn your machine and master the art of coffee-making

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What's the Difference Between Japanese and Indian Incense? What You Might Have Overlooked When Fragrancing Your Home

Depending on whether you're after a scenting ritual ruled by refined subtlety or enveloping richness, there's a clear choice for each mood

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Office Swag, Changing Stripes, and Haute HVACs — Field Notes From Our NYC Editor for July

An edit of happenings from the streets of New York this summer

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Okay, This Rechargeable Stake Light Might Actually Be the Most Stylish Way to Illuminate a Garden Path

It perfectly blends form and function for a more intentional outdoor space

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5 Japanese Lessons in Kitchen Knife Storage That Make So Much Sense to Follow

I asked an executive head chef at some of London's finest omakase spots for his best tips to keep your collection in top shape and safe to say he delivered

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20 Seriously Good Payday Picks for Your Home — Little Luxuries to Treat Yourself to Now

If you're contemplating a flight sometime soon, why not redirect that investment into your own home instead?

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These Appliances Make Your Kitchen Feel 'Quietly Luxurious' — The Trends Designers Are Choosing for Their Most Elevated Projects

Elegant but understated, with premium performance benefits, these are the kitchen appliances that epitomize the quiet luxury trend

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3 Things You Might Not Realize Are Quietly Making Your Living Room Feel 'Stressful', According to Interior Designers

Plus, some advice on how to ditch the strain and welcome a sense of comfort

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I Shopped DUSK (for You) for Its Most Stylish, Clever Storage — These Are the 20 Pieces I’d Choose to Hide Clutter

From ottoman beds to surprisingly clever vanity chairs, these affordable pieces prove that practical storage furniture doesn’t have to compromise on style

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"He Said, 'This is The Most Beautiful Thing I've Ever Seen'" — How This Designer Turned a Plain New Build Into a Pink And Blue Wonderland

A newly married interior designer turned this white-box new build into a joyous, color-drenched love nest

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The 4 Questions Designer Brigitta Spinocchia Freund Always Asks Her Clients That Hold the Secret to a Home That's "Rich, Personal, and Full of Interest"

"Those conversations shape every decision that follows," reveals the prolific interior tastemaker, curator, and collector

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These Japanese Tsukubai Are the Water Feature Idea Every Garden Could Benefit From — "It Establishes a Small, Contemplative Space"

This traditional water feature brings a moment of peaceful tranquility into your back garden

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5 Spots to Position Spotlights in Your Garden That Will Instantly Elevate Your Lighting Scheme

Unleash the power of the humble garden spotlight with our expert positioning tips

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ICYMI: July Was a Bright, Quirky, Colorful Time for the Interior Design World — Here's What You Don't Want to Miss From This Month

Color, patterns, artful decor pieces — these are our favorite decor launches from the last month

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This New Collection Transforms IKEA Sofas Into Romantic, Designer-Inspired Pieces in Minutes

I never knew I needed a sofa with dramatically pooled fabric until now

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Wait, Before You Buy Into the Silk Pillowcase Trend — These 'Copper-Infused' Ones Are the Alternative the Beauty Crowd Swears By

This style of pillowcase is easier on the skin and hair, thanks to its smooth feel and breathability

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