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These Are the 4 Rug Colors to Avoid in 2026 – And the Hues Designers Are Using Instead

From overly saturated looks to neutral floor coverings that feel 'invisible', these are the styles designers are moving away from this year

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Finally, Quiet Luxury Has Had the Characterful Update It Needed – Meet The 'Found Luxury' Trend That's 'More About How People Actually Live'

Say goodbye to quiet luxury in 2026. 'Found Luxury' is the more meaningful replacement that focuses on collection rather than careful curation

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8 Easy Ways to Add Color to Your Kitchen Without Using Paint

If you want to add more color to your kitchen in 2026, but don't want a huge paint job, these designer-approved tweaks are simple, stylish and can be done in minutes

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I Asked Interiors Designers What 'Layering' Actually Means in Interior Design — Here's Why They Said It's What Stops a Space "Feeling Flat"

It's more than just adding more 'stuff' to a space; layering builds intention and personal style

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"Not a Compromise, or an Afterthought" — The 5 Things You Should Design Around a Sofa Bed That'll Make Guests Feel Way More Comfortable

Make a temporary setup feel like a thoughtfully designed space so guests can sleep easy

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I Wasn't Sure 'Colorful Quiet Luxury' Even Made Sense, but These Designers Have Me Sold — It's Not an Oxymoron, It's a Vibe

It's the aesthetic you know and love, but with a little more color

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I'm Calling It, Chandeliers Will Be Everywhere in 2026 — Here's How to Make the Castle-Coded Lighting Fixture Feel Fresh and Contemporary

You heard it here first —so, discover how to make this once-outdated luminaire work in a modern setting

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I Didn't Get the Idea of Layering Rugs to Start With — But These Interior Designer Tricks for Doing It Make So Much Sense

It turns out two rugs often look way better than one

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Ever wonder what interior designers buy for themselves? Me too, so I asked – here are the best things 7 designers have bought for their bedrooms this year

From cozy sheets to chic table lamps, these are the products that have transformed designers' bedrooms, for the better

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These are the best cities in America for antique shopping, according to interior designers

The complete list of the very best antique haunts in the U.S, put together by interior designers who love old treasures

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What Color Rooms Actually Look Good With Houseplants? These Are the Secrets to Making Color Theory Work With Your Plant Choice

Let go of wall colors that wash your indoor plant collection and move into a new era of color styling that works in its favor

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Should a Kitchen Island Be Centered? "There Is No One-Size-Fits All" Solution, Say the Experts

When it comes to the position of your kitchen island, centering might seem the best option, but it's not always ideal

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6 old fashioned decorating techniques that designers still swear by

I spoke to interior designers to uncover the tried and tested old-fashioned techniques they continue to rely on

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Are Granite Countertops Outdated? The Experts Decide If This Once-Classic Material Has Seen the End of Its Days

Our kitchen trend experts deep dive into the topic to decide whether granite has had its time

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Ever Heard of a Split Complementary Color Palette? It's the Secret to Perfecting More Unexpected Pairings

Once you know how to identify complementary colors in your interiors, this is the way you can take those pairings that next step further

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Color Crush! 'Sakura Blush' Is the Rosy Shade That Challenges the Idea That Pink Is Too Childish

Our May Color Crush, Sakura Blush, is the perfect balance of depth and delicacy, and can completely transform your interior design — here's how

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Everyone's Buying This 17th-Century Idea That Helps Your Cut Flowers Look Perfect Every Time You Use It

Whether you opt for a traditional Delftware design, or find a more modern interpretation, these sculptural vases are the easiest way to display flowers

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Can you put a big couch in a small living room? Designers deliver their verdict

Discover what interiors professionals think about opting for a big sofa when your living room is compact

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The Japanese Principle of Iki (粋) Is All About 'Refined Elegance' — Here's How to Embrace It in Your Home

If your interior vibe is all about refined elegance and opulent minimalism, you need to know about the Japanese principle of 'Iki'. Here's how to bring it home.

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What Is the Difference Between Art Nouveau and Art Deco? Here's How to Distinguish the 20th-Century Design Movements

Though the may share a similar name and era, the two design styles have varying distinguishable elements

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What makes a guest bedroom look cheap? The 7 giveaways and their remedies

Avoid the mistakes that spoil the ambiance of a guest bedroom by taking this advice from interiors experts

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Sometimes the Smallest Detail in Your Kitchen Makes the Biggest Impact, and This Colorful Cabinet Pull Trend Proves It

Consider your choice of pulls, handles, and knobs like the jewelry of the kitchen — they can make or break the entire look

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