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5 Japanese Homes That Are Uniquely Expressive, Creative, and Effortlessly Grounded — They're "Rooted in Tradition Yet Designed for Modern Life"

In excerpts from gestalten's book 'A House in Japan', these homes teach us how to embrace constraints

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Forget Integrated Hobs and Ovens, Range Cookers Are Having a Renaissance in the Most Stylish Kitchens Right Now

Not willing to part with a gas hob, but want to add value to your home? A traditional range cooker might just be the answer

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I'm an Ex-Barista, and Sage's Barista Pro Might Be My New Favorite Machine — It's So, So Easy to Use, and Its "Futuristic Retro" Style Is Very Easy on the Eye

It comes with all the accessories you'll need, and you'll get great coffee from the very first shot

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5 Plants That Will Overpower Your Garden With Scent — You Might Find These Too Strong, Sickly, or Off-Putting

So, I've included some expert recommendations to make your backyard smell inviting instead

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The Contents of This London Boutique Hotel Are Being Auctioned Off — So You Can Get a Deal on Designer Floor Lamps, Custom Sofas, and 'Sculptural' Wardrobes

I considered not sharing the intel, but there's no gatekeeping at Livingetc

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Pamela Anderson Just Released a Furniture Collection, and It's Designed to Age Just As Gracefully As She Has

Plus, where to get the look of the Olive Atelier x Pamela Anderson collaboration in the UK (we've got you)

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Where to Buy Freestanding Kitchen Units for a More Versatile Layout — From the High Street to the Design Studios Doing It Best

Your kitchen doesn't need to be custom for it to have the feel of an expensive design. These are all of our top picks for freestanding kitchen units you can adapt to your space

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I Never Guessed This Modular IKEA Sofa Was Hiding a Secret Storage Compartment Until I Saw It in Person — It Has Soft Seats and On-Trend Covers, too

With a cool, corduroy fabric, this super-soft sofa bed doesn't just deliver on storage function, but style, too

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A Design Guide to Visiting Hồ Chí Minh City — 6 Spirited Spots to Pin for Your Itinerary, Inspired by Steffany Trần's Nostalgic Vietnamese Trips

The founder of rising New York-based studio Vy Voi spills the tea on the places of affection that embody her vision of home, life, and design

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These Screens Are Such a Clever Way to Add Plants, Privacy, and a Touch of Pretty to Your Garden, All in One Go

Plus, a gardening expert shares the best plants to grow in them

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This 'Peek-a-Boo' Paint Theory Makes Decorating With Contrasts Easier and "It Makes Color Feel Much More Personal"

Because using color in your interior shouldn't be scary

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This One Type of Furniture Will Help You Avoid Feng Shui 'Poison Arrows' in Your Home

Here's why rounded edges and smooth curves in furniture soothe the energy in your living spaces

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OMG, OMG, OMG — This Just In: West Elm x Emma Chamberlain Is Now Available in the UK

Trust me when I say, this is a playful, personal, and perfectly curated homewares collection

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So, Is a Surround Sound System or Soundbar Actually Better for Your Home? Plus, the One Time to Never Choose a Soundbar for Well-Rounded Audio

We look at the pros and cons of both, as well as the option in the middle

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Linen vs Cotton Curtains — Which Material Is Best for Your Window Treatments?

Both add a different form and function to a space — here, designers weigh up the pros and cons of each

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The 6 Home Extension Mistakes I Made the First Time Round — And How Architects Say I Should Put Them Right During Extension 2.0

As I get ready to extend and remodel my house (for the second time), here are the extension mistakes I won't be making this time around

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I Finally Found a Water Butt for My Garden That's Not a Total Eyesore — And Landscape Designers Say My Plants Will Actually Prefer It

Plus, everything you need to know about how to use rainwater to your advantage all year round

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Is Your Home Too Serious? 'Neotenic' Design Is the Wonderfully Whimsical Decorating Trend That Feels Effortlessly ‘Grown-Down’

Interior designers are embracing this look to create spaces that are charming, creative, and oh-so-cool

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"I'm Looking for a Mirror for Over My Fireplace" — These Are the Best Options Right Now, According to a Stylist

I get asked this all the time, and the right mirror can completely change how your living room feels, not just how it looks

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Where to Store Towels in a Small Bathroom — Because They Don't Belong On the Floor

Even the most petite bathroom deserves a designated space to store away towels - and our experts know the best ways to do exactly that

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In 'The Drama', the "Emotional Meltdown" of a Plot Twist Hangs Like Artworks in the Protagonists' Apartment — Production Designer Zosia Mackenzie Reveals

We sat down with the Kristoffer Borgli collaborator to learn about the objects that helped her bring Emma (Zendaya) and Charlie's (Robert Pattinson) world to life, and foreshadow its spiraling epilogue

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"I'm a Kitchen Designer Who Loves Yellow, but Also Knows It's Hard to Pull Off — Here's How to Make This Cabinetry Color Work"

People remember rooms that look different from the norm, and this cabinet color is the best shortcut

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Oil Burners Are the Overlooked Heroes of Home Fragrances — These Are the Best Design-y Ones for an Aesthetic Home

But first, let's talk about how this scenting format works in the first place...

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How to Buy Furniture That's Truly Timeless, and Avoid the 'Fast Interiors' Trap

I asked three designers what they look for when sourcing so that their clients don't fall victim to fleeting design trends

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I Bet You Wouldn't Guess This Expensive-Looking Stainless Steel Homeware Collection Is From IKEA — And That It's Actually Very Affordable

At first glance, I could have sworn this was a Georg Jenson campaign...

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