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No, It's Not Just All IKEA — These Are the Best Affordable Garden Furniture Buys for This Summer, According to a Stylist

Affordable outdoor furniture that looks stylish, relaxed, and far more expensive than it actually is

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5 Types of Outdoor Lighting That'll Make Your Garden Look More Elevated — and How to Use Them, According to Landscaping and Lighting Experts

Give your garden a well-deserved upgrade with these landscaper-approved lighting choices

Livingetc · May 12

4 Spring Trends Shaping the Way We Style Our Homes for the New Season — And We're Not Just Talking About Pastel Shades and Flowers

It's about decorating in a way that blends lived-in design with contemporary flair

Livingetc · May 12

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How to Make Your Home Smell Japanese — These 5 Fragrance Notes Are More Common in Japanese Homes, and Feel Fresh, Clean, and Calming

These light, refined scents make a home smell clean without the sterility of pure citrus

Livingetc · May 12

4 Colors I Spotted Everywhere in Milan This Year, and How I Think They'll Play a Role in Interiors as a Trend Forecaster

These are the colors to keep an eye on, according to the world's biggest design fair

Livingetc · May 11

I Put Philips' Stylish Series 5500 Fully Automatic Coffee Machine Through Its Paces — It's a Great Pick If You Want an Easy Maker That Doesn't Take Up a Lot of Space

It's sleek, slim, and stylish, but is it the right machine for your counter?

Livingetc · May 11

"We Were Deliberate About Not Going Fully Open-Plan" — This 1930s Apartment Just Outside Paris Balances a Search for Light With a Sense of Progression

Hauvette & Madani's project for a young family is defined by bold gestures, from a turquoise-tiled kitchen to colorful artworks set against custom warm wood and curated vintage pieces

Livingetc · May 11

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I Thought Outdoor Egg Chairs Were Dated, but This Garden Designer Proved They Can Look so Elevated With Some Easy Design Tricks

A landscape designer shares the most stylish placement ideas for this comfy and cocooning outdoor furniture piece

Livingetc · May 11

The Tables at This London Restaurant Feature a Genius Built-in Organizer for Cutlery — Here’s Why Your Dining Room Needs One, too

Plus, some storage dining tables that will make space-conscious living much more efficient

Livingetc · May 11

So, Are Sage Green Kitchens Still in Style in 2026? They Can Be, but Only If You Know How to Make Them Not Feel Dated

The go-to shade for the past decade - are we finally seeing the end of the sage green kitchen? Perhaps not, according to our experts

Livingetc · May 11

Outdoor Bean Bags Might Sound Unstylish, But in 2026, They've Suddenly Become the Best-Looking Seat of Summer

Nostalgic, comfortable, and casually cool — the outdoor bean bag chair is the only piece your garden needs

Livingetc · May 11

This Candle Smells Like the Trending 'Green Goddess' Salad — It Might Be the Most Unexpected Savory Home Fragrance Scent for Spring

If you like the smell of a freshly churned pesto, you'll like this blend of crisp notes

Livingetc · May 11

Curved Outdoor Seating Is the Trend Defining the Coolest Gardens in 2026 — And Suddenly Straight-Lined Patios Feel Wrong

Are you sitting comfortably? This summer, sweeping sofas and sculptural chairs are the trending spots to relax al fresco

Livingetc · May 10

Are Shutters Out of Style in 2026? Designers Say "Not if the Proportions and Materials Are Right"

Experts share the design details that make interior shutters a timeless and trend-proof investment

Livingetc · May 10

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Livingetc · May 7

Is Green Overdone? Designers Weigh in on the Color Everyone Loves, and How to Make It Feel Fresh

Green isn't going anywhere, but there are certain ways to decorate with it to keep things feeling modern and design-led

Livingetc · May 7

Forget Boring Rectangles — These Irregularly Shaped Rugs Are What Your Space Is Missing, According to a Stylist

Why asymmetrical rugs change how everything else in the room comes together, with soft curves, bold shapes, and layered textures that shift how a space feels and flows.

Livingetc · May 7

5 Things Guests Will Always Notice in Your Garden That Promise to Make a Positive Lasting Impression, According to Landscape Designers

These simple yet effective elements will ensure your guests remember your garden for all the right reasons

Livingetc · May 7

This Just-Launched Outdoor Stool From IKEA Is the Most Space-Efficient Way to Add Extra Garden Seating — And Our Editor Even Has One in His Bedroom

Your new secret weapon for hosting garden parties and elevating picnics this summer

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Livingetc · May 7

Say Goodbye to Inflexible Garden Lighting — DUSK's Sleek 4-in-1 Rechargeable Light Lets You Bring the Glow Wherever You Need It

Rated 4.9 stars, this indoor-outdoor light is a game-changer for a versatile space — and it's also currently on sale for £11

Livingetc · May 7

This Interior Designer Gut-Renovated an Uninspiring House in a 'Storybook' Neighborhood for Her Own Family Home — Testing Her Biggest Ideas in the Process

Don’t let its formal living room fool you, this interior designer’s Los Angeles home speaks to its laidback West Coast location

Livingetc · May 7

Sorry Citronella Candles, but These 3 Fragrances Are Much More Enjoyable to Burn in Your Garden to Keep Pests at Bay

These blends will keep bugs at bay without overwhelming your al fresco atmosphere

Livingetc · May 6

This Chubby, Chunky Outdoor Sofa Is a More Modern Take on Classic Wicker Garden Furniture

The classic style has been given a contemporary update for 2026

Livingetc · May 6

In the Family for Three Generations, the Latest Incarnation of This Arts and Crafts Home in London Balances Nostalgic Heritage With Modern Flair

The update of this London house stays true to its roots, but with twists fit for sociable 21st-century living

Livingetc · May 6

"I'm a Garden Designer — Here's How I Approach Changing Up My Garden's Planting in Spring When I Want to Try Something New"

Just because you chose a planting scheme once doesn't mean you're stuck with it forever. However, there are tricks to make the transition work

Livingetc · May 6

This London Architect Converted Her Own Unused Loft Into an Anti-Trend Bedroom That Would "Still Feel Right in 10 Years"

After building a career designing homes for others, when it came to curating her own space, designer Katie Edmonson chose to stick with the classics

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