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I Asked Interior Designers: 'How Do You Ensure a Room Isn't Boring?' These Are Their 5 Top Tips

There's a fine line between 'classic' and 'boring' — here, interior designers share the key elements that make a design stand apart from the rest

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Spotted: These 'Basketweave' Bowls Are on All Your Most Stylish Friends' Tables — Here's Why They're Trending

Who would have thought that such delicate detailing could win our hearts for homeware? This trend is certainly having its 'add to basket' moment.

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3 Classic Color Palettes That I'm Betting Will Feel Just as Current in 100 Years' Time

The quiet adaptability of familiar favorites like sage green and charcoal gray ensures these classic colors will last well beyond trend cycles

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These Lessons in 'Emphasis' Might Be the Secret to Nailing a Statement Moment Without Throwing Off Your Whole Room

Adding emphasis within interior design can be done in a variety of ways and for multiple outcomes, but it's a skill that needs careful consideration

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Wait, How Am I Only Just Learning About the 'Four-Inch Seating Rule' for Living Rooms? Expert's Say It's Key to Fostering Calm and Conversation

A sofa expert explains how the four-inch seating rule for sofas can help curate living spaces that feel calmer and more comfortable

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I Love a Classic Bedroom Look, but It's 2025 — These Alternative Colors to 'Boring' White Bedding Are So Much Cooler

White is a classic for a reason, but if you’re getting a little bored, we’ve got you covered with some stylish alternatives

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Sorry Sheds, but the 'Outdoor Closet' Is the Best-Looking Way to Do Storage in Gardens — Even If They're Tiny

Smaller and more practical than a shed but with unbeatable style — what more could you ask for from your garden storage this summer?

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5 Decluttering Tricks That Just Don't Work, According to Some Professionals — "Effective Techniques Aren't About Magical Shortcuts"

Set your mind on a home that's tidy for the long term by ditching these short-lived decluttering techniques

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7 Scandinavian Bathroom Ideas That Will Make Your Space Feel Calming, Yet Totally Cool, All at the Same Time

A neutral palette and minimalist decor might be the starting blocks, but there's so much more to a Scandi-inspired bathroom (as these spaces prove)

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With So Many Underwhelming Ones Out There, Here's Where You Should Buy Curtains If You've Got Good Taste

From John Lewis, to Sanderson and La Redoute — there is an array of brands you'll want to keep on your radar. Here are a few I'm currently loving.

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From Kit Kat Tiles and Trendy Stripes — 10 Tiled Bathtub Ideas That Will Revive Your Bathroom and Bring in a Luxury Feel

Once a retro relic, now a significant design flex, it’s time to get behind the tiled tub comeback

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10 Italian Lighting Brands Every Design Buff Should Know By Name

Italian lighting design is where trends begin and where innovation meets inspiration to create the world's finest lamps. This is who does it best, and where to find them

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Should You Match Bathroom Wall and Floor Tiles? In Short, No — And Here's Why

To match, or not to match. When it comes to your bathroom, it can be a make-or-break question.

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How to Store Pots and Pans in a Small Kitchen — 5 Ways to Avoid Clutter and Keep Your Cookware Neat and Tidy

Strategic organization will help you optimize the storage in your small kitchen to fit your cookware perfectly, and here's where to begin

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17 Shower Lighting Ideas That Will Give Your Space an Expensive, Spa-Like Glow

Here's how to create a relaxing shower space with innovative lighting ideas that combine style, functionality, and a touch of luxury

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Where to Buy Bathroom Lighting That Actually Looks Good — IP44 Rated Designs That You'd Be Happy With in Any Room

The definitive list of on-trend bathroom lighting shops, curated by Livingetc's executive editor Pip Rich

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The New Look of Period Drama — The Buccaneers' Production Designer on Bringing a Fresh Eye to Historical Interiors

For Apple TV+'s original period drama, the rebellious spirit of its American debutantes is just as present in the room sets as it is in the storyline

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She Was Midway Through Fitting an Uninspiring White Kitchen — Then This Florida Homeowner Realized Her Home Deserved So Much More

This once-ordinary house has been elevated into a glam pad for its empty-nester owner thanks its art deco-influenced features and clever, unexpected touches

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Tossing Up Between a Tufted vs Flat-Woven Rug? Here's the Difference, and Which Is Cooler for Homes in 2025

Factors like durability, material, and construction all contribute to finding the rug that is right for your space

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5 Genius Appliance Features That Everyone With a Small Kitchen Should Look Out for

A tiny kitchen shouldn't mean you have to sacrifice on your appliances — these clever features are designed with the smallest spaces in mind

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I'm Obsessed With These Greek Coffees After Drinking Them in Athens This Summer — I Had to Find the £28 Machine That Lets Me Recreate Them

I thought the end of my holiday would mean I had to say goodbye to my daily frappe, but now I can transport myself back to Greece every morning. Kalimera!

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4 Important Lighting Rules to Learn Before You Change Fixtures in Any Room of Your House

From the prep and planning stage to styling your lighting expertly in your home, I've asked the experts for their best tips and tricks

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I Asked My Barista-Trained Friends How to Make Coffee From a Nespresso Machine Taste Better — 7 Simple Lessons I Learned to Boost Pods

Nespresso machines are affordable and easy to use, but not everyone's so convinced by the quality of the coffee you'll get from pods. These tricks will boost their flavor to the max

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8 Garden Room Mistakes That Will Make an Outbuilding So Much Less Comfortable to Use That You Should Avoid at All Costs

Experts offer advice on how to avoid common garden room mistakes and suggest alternatives for a more enjoyable outdoor retreat. Here is everything you need to know

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12 Fabric Brands Everyone Should Have in Their Little Black Book If You Want to Go Bespoke and Elevate Your Home

Off the shelf home furnishings only take you so far — these are the brands you need to know if you want to include designer custom upholstery in your home

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