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Should You Put a Rug in Your Bathroom? Designers Say "Yes" But With Warnings — Plus Our 6 Best to Shop

And no, we're not talking about bath mats

Livingetc · Jan 2, 2025

Pinterest Predicts "Castlecore" Will Trend in 2025 — It's Moody, Magical and Medieval, and We're In

Think all things medieval: chainmail details, velvet fabrics, dark wood furnishings, and subtle metallics. Yes, really

Livingetc · Dec 20, 2024

7 White Room Ideas That Are Decoratively Rich and Designed for Lasting Good Looks

White’s a beautiful choice for a monochrome design or as an ingredient in a color palette and it can be an eminently practical option, too

Livingetc · Dec 19, 2024

The Best Couch Material for Dogs — Experts Share the Fabrics That Can Handle Paws and Claws

You don't want anything getting in the way of cuddles with your canine companion, and these sofa fabrics certainly won't

Livingetc · Oct 7, 2024

"Sit Before You Commit" — Designers Reveal 5 Common Living Room Sofa Buying Mistakes

Swerve the pitfalls in selecting a sofa color, material, style, and more with advice from the professionals

Livingetc · Oct 6, 2024

Loveseat vs Couch — The Main Differences, and How to Choose the Right One for Your Space

The head-to-head that will resolve which seating suits you, your room, and your lifestyle

Livingetc · Oct 5, 2024

Freestanding vs built-in kitchens – designers give their verdicts on which best

Choosing between a freestanding vs a built-in kitchen? This is what experts have to say on which is best

Homes & Gardens · Sep 18, 2024

There Are Over 1,000 Sofas on Walmart's Website — I'm a Couch Expert and I Edited Them Down to the Best 12

I based this edit on customer reviews, trusted recommendations, and expert interviews to bring you the best picks from the 1,000+ Walmart couches on offer, with prices starting at just $150

Livingetc · Sep 16, 2024

Can You Make a Modern Home Feel Warm and Cozy? Interior Designers Share 8 Simple Tricks

Who says you can’t have it all? Warm modern interior design means you can keep your minimalist aesthetic while creating an inviting and homely space

Livingetc · Sep 11, 2024

Boho-Style Rugs are the Perfect Blend of Old and New, According to Designers — Here's 12 Styles to Shop

From patinated tapestries to handwoven jute, a boho-style rug 'invites both warmth and a historic layer into any space'

Livingetc · Jul 8, 2024