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Are Dimmer Switches Actually Still Worth Installing in 2026? These Lighting Experts Tell Us When They Are and Aren't Worth the Investment

Before you commit to your new light switches, the experts share when dimmer switches are a must-have, and when they can be skipped

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I Spent a Long Time Overlooking Pod Machines, but After Testing Nespresso's Vertuo Next, I Was Impressed — It's Easy-to-Use, Affordable, and, as an Ex-Barista

If you have a busy morning schedule but still want to enjoy a good, hot drink at home, here's why I recommend the Nespresso Vertuo Next pod machine

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The Year of the Horse Is 'Double Fire' Energy — These Feng Shui Experts Say This Is How to Balance It Out in Your Home

With a fiery energy heading our way this Lunar New Year, we've got the tips to help balance your home's Chi

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Did You Know You Should Pick Different Glazing for North-Facing Extensions? It Should be "Less About Chasing the Sun and More About Delivering Comfort," Say Designers

North-facing extensions need not feel gloomy or cold — but choosing the right glazing for the job is key. We asked the experts to reveal their 6 tips for design success

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This Is How to Do 'Rustic' in a Bedroom Without It Feeling Country-Cliché — 24 Pieces That Capture the Look Beautifully

As a stylist, I’ve watched rustic shift from country-inspired to something richer and more layered — here’s how I’d bring it into a bedroom now

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This 'Classic' Sofa Bed From Habitat Has Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews, and It's Currently on Sale — People Rate Its Softness, Quality, and Size Near Perfect

If a stylish sofa with optimal function is what you're seeking, then look no further

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I Previewed the Refurb of Legendary Jazz Club Upstairs at Ronnie's — These 3 Retro Design Details From It Are the Way to Make Your Living Room Feel Atmospheric and Intimate

These previously dated vintage accents are having a renaissance, and hold the secret to acoustically sound spaces that ooze luxury and warmth

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2026 Is the Year for Gothic Romance Lovers — Here Are 5 Ways to Make Your Interior Scheme Brontë-Approved

Suddenly I'm planning all the ways to bring lace, chainmail, and tented drapery into my apartment

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I Never Thought I’d Say ‘Design-Forward’ and ‘Extension Cord’ in the Same Sentence, but IKEA’s Practical Necessity Will Elevate Any Space (I Own One, and Want More)

I couldn't leave IKEA without one of these in my trolley — now I'm just annoyed I only bought one

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7 Bathroom Tile Trends I Think You’ll See in the Most Exciting Projects This Year

From gentle glazes to muted checkerboards and striking stripes, these seven bathroom tile trends will be everywhere in 2026, say the experts

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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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KitchenAid Has Just Announced Its Color of The Year — It's So Joyful, We Need Our Whole Kitchen to Match It

A refreshing, minty spin on a classic, I can't get enough of Kitchen Aid's new spearmint colorway

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4 Painted Door Ideas That Deliver "Quiet Moments of Surprise" to Your Scheme, Say Designers — And They're Perfect Even for the Color-Averse

Internal doors are the under-appreciated canvas for creative ideas that bring big personality to a home

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Skip the Flowers and Chocolate — All I Want for Valentine's Day This Year Is One of Next's Super Stylish 'Snuggle Chairs'

Getting all snuggled up with your loved one shouldn't be confined to one day of the year — with these 'snuggle chairs', you have an excuse to be close every day

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West Elm Has Always Been High on My Wishlist, SoI've Combed Through the Sale Section to Bring You My Top 12 Finds

Find everything from beautifully designed basics to investment pieces in my West Elm sale edit

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5 Things Designers Say Feel 'Unwelcoming' in a Kitchen — They're What You Need to Fix to Create a Much Cozier Space

No one wants a kitchen that feels cold and uncomfortable. The experts explain exactly what's causing that, as well as how to fix it

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What's the Difference Between a Manual and an Electric Coffee Grinder? Here's What to Use Depending on Your Coffee-Making Preferences

Freshly ground beans are the key to better coffee, but there are a few different grinders to consider

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5 Trends You're Using in Your Home That Are Actually Creating Bad Feng Shui in 2026

These aesthetic concepts might look pretty, but they won't do the energy of your space any favors

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Smeg Just Quietly Relaunched Its Expensive-Looking Cookware Range — Beautiful and Induction Compatible? It's an All Rounder

It's not the most budget-friendly cookware out there, but for its quality and style points, Smeg's pans have gone straight to the top of my kitchen wishlist

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Design Diary: Meditative Furniture, Clever Wall Candy, and Whimsical Plaster — Field Notes From Our NYC Editor for February

Contributing editor Keith Flanagan walks us through his month in New York and the latest news from the design world that has him excited right now

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If You're Dreaming of a Coastal Bedroom, This Is the Edit You Should Use to Create a Space That Truly Lets You Switch Off

Quiet colors, tactile layers, and a bedroom that feels like an exhale at the end of the day

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5 Kitchen Countertop Finishes, Colors, and Styles That Are Going to Feel Outdated in 2026, According to Designers

Experts caution against these specific looks that could leave your kitchen feeling drab in 2026

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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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Before We Enter the Year of the Horse, Change These 5 Feng Shui Mistakes in Your Home That Don't Mesh With This Lunar New Year

Don't get caught out — make these interior Feng Shui changes and harness the energy of the fire horse

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5 Traditional Bathroom Features That Are Making a Comeback in 2026 — And How to Get Them Right for "Timelessness, Elegance, and Character"

These stylish bathrooms are saying goodbye to the new and hello to the old, embracing traditional features for an elevated design

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