This flooring trick immediately makes a small bedroom look bigger, according to interior designers – 'it creates the illusion of space' It's the key to a more spacious sleep space Ideal Home · Aug 27
Interior designers reveal the 2 rules that they actually follow when decorating a room – and why you should, too 'Rules like this can help alleviate some of the stress when making design and styling decisions' Ideal Home · Aug 15
Interior designers are ditching bedside tables in small bedrooms – these alternative solutions will make your room feel ‘lighter and more spacious’ They'll make your room feel ‘lighter and more spacious’ Ideal Home · Jul 30
Meet the ‘Night Bathroom’ — How Designers Are Changing How They Plan Spaces Specifically for the Evening Wind-Down Routine From dark color to moody lighting, here's how to create a night bathroom for the ultimate relaxation spot Livingetc · Jul 27
Are playrooms becoming outdated? Interior designers reveal what modern families are choosing instead What 3 interior designers had to say Ideal Home · Jul 20
Interior experts say this overused style trick from the 90’s and early 2000’s could be making your bedroom look dated – here’s how to bring it into 2026 Make your bedroom look bigger, without losing style points Ideal Home · Jul 8
How to create a kids’ play area in an open-plan living room – 4 interior designers reveal their top 5 tips on how to make it work From zoning to toy storage, here's everything the pros want you to know Ideal Home · Jul 6
21 girl bedroom ideas to steal from these creative and stylish kids’ rooms that are anything but cliché Use these imaginative, whimsical spaces as your source of inspiration for your little one's sanctuary Ideal Home · Jun 15
I'll Say It, Knocking Down Walls Is Sometimes a Lazy Renovation — Here's How to Embrace Your Home's Existing Layout From rearranging furniture to better lighting, these expert-approved, space-enhancing design tricks will make you think twice before knocking down walls Livingetc · Mar 25
How to make a lamp look more expensive without spending a lot of money – 5 styling tricks from pro designers These simple tips will transform the look of your lamp Ideal Home · Feb 24
Is your home weird enough? Interior designers reveal why you need a little weird for a beautiful home – and how to get the balance right ‘I worry that these days we are all playing it too safe with our homes’ Ideal Home · Feb 16
I asked 5 interior designers if bedroom cushions and curtains should match – they all shared the same *very* strong opinion This is what *not* to do when mixing and matching bedroom fabrics Ideal Home · Jan 31
Pattern headboards are making a comeback – how to embrace the trend without making your bedroom look dated This maximalist trend is taking over bedroom design Ideal Home · Jan 26
12 stylish headboard ideas – I'm an interior stylist, these are the secrets to creating a statement focal point in your bedroom Transform your bedroom with one of these stylish bed-framing solutions Ideal Home · Jan 23
Ideal Home · Jan 22 The biggest bed trends of 2026 are all about 'emotional anchoring' – here's why this is the year of comfort and grounding Think soft padding, playful silhouettes, and natural materials
Ideal Home · Jan 20 Pinterest just revealed the year-defining colour palette for 2026 – this is how interior designers recommend using these 5 shades in your home The 5 most searched shades on Pinterest are out – which one will you add to your vision board this year?
Ideal Home · Jan 17 I asked 5 interior designers how they refresh their home for the new year without breaking the bank – these are the 7 budget ideas that I’m stealing ‘A good refresh shouldn’t feel like a shopping list, it should feel like a reset’
Ideal Home · Jan 15 I’m calling it, 2026 is the year of the headboard – and there’s one clear trend that’s blowing all others out of the water This year, no bedroom should be without the grounding and comfort of this headboard trend
Ideal Home · Jan 15 I asked 7 interior designers how they make a living room feel cosy – these are the 5 non-negotiables they recommend to create a cocooning lounge like a pro These are the 5 ways all interior designers agree you need to make a living room look and feel cosy
Livingetc · Jan 14 6 Flooring Choices That Always Make a Room Look More Expensive (Even When They’re Actually Budget-Friendly) Whether you choose luxe timber planks or budget-happy vinyl, these flooring ideas will always make your room look high-end, say the experts
Livingetc · Dec 17, 2025 IKEA Just Released a New 'Limited Edition' Finish for Its Best-Selling MALM Dresser, and It Hits All the Latest Trends Zesty and high shine — if you're after a more 'custom' look for the classic furniture piece, this is it
Livingetc · Nov 24, 2025 6 Things You Should Never Put in a Guest Bathroom — And What Designers Do Instead to Create a Five-Star Experience From half-used toiletries to harsh lighting, here’s an expert-approved checklist of what NOT to put in your guest bathroom, and simple switches that make a lasting impression
Ideal Home · Oct 19, 2025 Interior experts reveal the secret formula for designing a calm and restful bedroom – it's all about the 'rule of three' Here's how to apply it to your home
Ideal Home · Oct 18, 2025 This hotel-inspired bedroom lighting trend is 'having a real moment' according to lighting experts and interior designers Say goodbye to bedtime arguments
Livingetc · Oct 12, 2025 10 Ways to Use Architectural Moldings That’ll Make Even a Characterless Home Suddenly Feel Storied and Full of Charm Architectural moldings are so much more than just a detail — they add a sense of classic charm to even the most contemporary spaces