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How Smart Is Your Sofa? From Wireless Charging Pads to AI-Powered Comfort, Here's Why You Should Consider Investing in One

Tech is all around us and makes home life simple, but should we all be shopping for a smart sofa?

Livingetc · Oct 21, 2025

La Redoute Has Entered the 'Bubble Plate' Chat — Its Version of Them Comes in Great Colors, and They're on Sale Right Now

This timeless iteration of one of this season's hottest trends is the perfect addition to your Autumnal tablescape

Livingetc · Oct 16, 2025

18 Powder Rooms by Interior Designers That Are a Masterclass in Styling These Tiny Rooms, Whether You Want a Neutral Sanctuary or Something a Bit Wilder

The Livingetc archives are a treasure trove for design inspiration, and these powder room ideas are straight from the homes of designers and architects

Livingetc · Oct 5, 2025

Forget Everything You've Been Told About Traditional Living Room Layouts, and Try This 'Unconventional' Set Up Instead

A spatial planner explains how to perfect this retro-inspired seating arrangement for a living room that oozes main-character energy

Livingetc · Sep 19, 2025

This Just-Launched Sofa Bed Has Secret Storage and a Space-Saving Design That Makes It A Saviour for a Small Living Room or Guest Bed

A new launch from an editor-favorite brand, this sleeper sofa is a big contender for those looking to make more room for guests this season

Livingetc · Sep 13, 2025

'Dirty Neutrals' Might Sound Grubby, but They're the Decorating Trend That Gives Your Lackluster Scheme More of an Atmosphere

Plain beiges and flat grays are getting a much-needed upgrade — these are the murkied, muddied shades to decorate with now

Livingetc · Sep 12, 2025

The Zeitgeist Edit — An Editor's Pick of the Culture-Defining Design and Emerging Trends in September

From a must-visit exhibition to where I'm buying my wine right now, here's what's on my hotlist for the coming month

Livingetc · Sep 4, 2025

How Matcha Is Rewriting the Rules of Cafe Design — And Why the Future of Coffee Culture Lies in Spaces That Make Us Feel "Present"

Obsessed with the now-iconic green drink and the distinctive look of the shops serving it? Turns out our everyday routine may well have a role in the rise of the trend's aesthetic

Livingetc · Sep 4, 2025

As a Former 'Skincare Analyst', I’d Never Wash My Face With the Water in London — But This £100 ‘Skincare Filter’ for Bathroom Faucets Could Change My Mind

This might just be the one thing that should prelude your daily skincare routine to set the foundation for healthier living

Livingetc · Aug 25, 2025

After 25 Years, Do We Now Know Exactly What Color Coldplay's 'Yellow' Is? How a Pantone Expert Brought This Song to Life Through Color

What kind of yellow does Coldplay's most famous song bring to mind? Pantone and Livingetc's color expert Jane Boddy has plotted it out, line by line, for a new installation at Wembley Park

Livingetc · Aug 22, 2025