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Sorry pink bedrooms, interior designers say these 3 alternative 'grown-up' shades are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026

This is how to do a pink bedroom 'right', according to the experts

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How Interior Designers Display Family Photographs in Ways That Actually Feel Elevated, Never Tacky

Interior designers share ways to showcase photos and make them look elevated, creative, and beautifully curated

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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

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5 Kitchen Cabinet Trends Interior Designers Are Choosing for 2026 — Put These On Your Radar Now

From dark wood to skinny Shaker frames, the experts are going eclectic this year

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The secret 'rug rules' interior designers use to create the most elegant bedrooms – how to get sizing and placement right

According to the experts, these rug styling tricks will make our bedrooms look more 'balanced and luxurious'

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Interior experts say we'll be waving goodbye to these outdated bedroom colours in 2026 – these are the trends replacing them

Goodbye cool whites, hello rich and earthy tones

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I Honestly Hate White Kitchens — These Are the 3 Colors I'd Choose for the Same Vibe, Just Better, as Recommended by Interior Designers

Can we all officially agree to leave stark white kitchens in 2025? These colors bring all the bright airiness, and none of the harsh sterility

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'Visual Weight' Might Be the Most Underappreciated Rule in Interior Design If You Want a Room That Feels Naturally Comfortable — Here's How It Works

Balancing heavier furniture with lighter pieces, and vice versa, can bring a sense of visual clarity to your space — designers share how to solve this all-important formula

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This is the flooring trend design experts say you *need* in your bedroom in 2026 – it's all about 'texture-maxxing'

Indulgent and cocooning, it's one of this year's hottest micro-trends

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5 Things Designers Say Feel 'Unwelcoming' in a Kitchen — They're What You Need to Fix to Create a Much Cozier Space

No one wants a kitchen that feels cold and uncomfortable. The experts explain exactly what's causing that, as well as how to fix it

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5 Ways to Tweak Your Living Room Lighting to Make It Feel Warmer — Expert Advice for a Space That's Both Snug and Elevated

A good lighting scheme is the key to a cozy and warm living room, and the experts share exactly how to do it

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5 Colors You Should Never, Ever Paint Your Kitchen — And the Ways Interior Designers 'Solve' Troublesome Shades

When it comes to the colors you should never use in the kitchen, the experts had some pretty strong opinions — and some of them might surprise you

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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

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7 Curtain Trends That Interior Designers Are Choosing for 2026 — The Looks, Colors, and Finishes to Elevate Your Windows Furnishings This Year

From statement drapery to light-maximizing solutions, designers share the curtain trends that will make your windows 'wow'

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6 'New Neutral' Kitchen Colors Interior Designers Are Choosing for 2026 — They're Tones "That Feel Earth-Anchored, Sensorial and Quietly Elevated"

Neutral kitchens in 2026 couldn't be further away from the bright white kitchens of the past — now, more than ever, there is a desire for spaces that promote warmth and comfort

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6 Trendy Design Ideas That Just Don’t Work in Small Bathrooms — So, No, Don’t Try to Squeeze Them in

The experts reveal what trends to avoid in small bathrooms — and the design swaps that create maximum style in a mini space

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9 of the Biggest Sofa Trends for 2026 — The Shapes, Colors, and Materials That Will Define Seating This Year

From interactive modular to better-than-ever design classics, interior designers share their pick of the latest sofa trends to make your space contemporary, chic, and ever so comfortable

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4 Winter Color Palettes That Feel Magical for This Season, but Also Work All Year Round

Darker, richer hues are perfect for now and can look just as stylish on lighter, brighter days too

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Decorating with Mint Green Works for Way More Than Just Your Bathroom — Here's How to Use the "Spatial Palette Cleanser"

It's bright and zingy, but can also fade effortlessly into the background when it needs to. Here's how designers like to use it

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5 best colours for a dark bedroom with little natural light – these clever colour choices will more than make up for a lack of light

Who said you needed an abundance of natural light for a beautiful bedroom?

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How to make bedroom storage look more expensive – 9 expert tips to add some luxury to this practical space

Follow these 9 design rules and elevate bedroom storage into a style-packed statement

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Avoid These 8 Mistakes at all Costs When Planning the Lighting for Your Home, Experts Warn

Understanding the most common lighting mistakes made by homeowners will help you avoid making the same blunders

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Lewis Hamilton uses this Scandinavian-inspired material to infuse warmth and texture in his living space – designers say the look is timeless

Some materials are sophisticated enough to age alongside the house (and its owner) – Hamilton's light wooden beams are the perfect example of this

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10 kitchen lighting rules that experts swear by for a beautiful and multifunctional space

There are certain kitchen lighting rules that all interior design experts tend to agree on – and by ensuring you know what they are, you are well on your way to achieving your dream kitchen

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