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Struggling for lighting ideas for your garden decking? I was too, until experts stepped in to help me out

The lighting on our deck is really uninspiring, so I asked the experts: what should I consider instead?

Woman & Home

How do you make a small patio look bigger with lighting? 'Layering is where the transformation really happens,' say experts

I used these expert-approved tips and tricks to make my compact patio feel more spacious

Woman & Home

What is daylighting? How to make the most of natural light year-round

From room layout and mirrors to skylights and glazed doors, find out how to use daylight more effectively to brighten your home, support wellbeing and cut energy use

The Independent UK

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Instead of Boring Recessed Lighting, Chic People, Including Miley Cyrus, Use These Statement Fixtures in Their Kitchen

The most efficient (and beautiful) kitchen lighting breaks design conventions – and Miley's monochromatic space is the perfect blueprint

Homes & Gardens

If You Choose a Statement Light Fixture Exactly Like the One In Goldie Hawn's Entryway, Everyone Will Know You Have Good Taste

Creating a first impression that resonates begins and ends with this pendant fixture – it's sleek, chic, and Goldie-approved

Homes & Gardens

Reading nook ideas to mark World Book Day

Book cases, shelf decor, stylish seating and reading lights enrich the world of fiction, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

5 'Secrets' Your Home Gives Away in January That You Can’t See the Rest of the Year — So Now's the Time to Fix Them

Addressing these minor issues is easy, according to experts, and will make your home feel so much more comfortable and inviting

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5 smart lighting tricks that will instantly make your home feel warmer and cosier - the most effective one costs less than £5

Sometimes, a change of light bulb is all it takes to transform how a room feels

Ideal Home

These 11 living room trends are going to be all the rage in 2026 – the top styles to give your lounge a contemporary makeover

These are the looks, pieces and finishes set to define your living space in the year ahead

Ideal Home

‘In a smaller space, lighting has to work harder’ – experts reveal how to choose the best lighting for a small living room to open up the space

These are experts' top tips on choosing the right lamps and light fixtures, along with the best styles to go for in a compact lounge

Ideal Home

Forget Nancy Meyers summer, I'm moving onto Nora Ephron fall – here's how to bring her cozy, layered, rom-com aesthetic home this season

This season, swap breezy Nancy Meyers summer style for the nostalgic, cozy interiors made famous in Nora Ephron’s films

Homes & Gardens

Smart home chic: Functional furnishings with a nod to tech

With the right gadgets and digital tools, you don’t need to scrimp on style, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

Kelsea Ballerini's minimalist outdoor lighting shows that the real secret to breathtaking curb appeal has little to do with furniture

A lesson in curb appeal: Sometimes less décor and more light make all the difference – and Kelsea's home is the blueprint

Homes & Gardens

How to style the silver trend and make the most of metallics

Time to get your shine on, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

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Summer office updates to make working from home a breeze

Interior experts share their top styling tips to stay productive, positive and right on point. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

Homes & Gardens

How to light your bedroom for a better night's sleep, according to sleep experts

These 6 lighting tips will improve your sleep and transform your bedroom into a serene escape

Homes & Gardens

How to style around a couch – 6 ways to make this focal piece blend more seamlessly into your living room

From throw pillows to rugs, designers swear by these six ways to style around a sofa and create a cohesive living room design

Homes & Gardens

If you’re going to refresh your kitchen in 2025, this is the one thing designers say you need

Ambiance, functionality, and style all come into play with this kitchen design feature

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Living Room Lighting Ideas — 15 Ways to Create a Cozy Space for Lounging

Use these living room lighting ideas to give this most-used room a fresh, new lease of life

Ideal Home

How design experts plan bedroom lighting for a perfectly lit boudoir

Banish bad bedroom lighting forever with our step-by-step guide

Homes & Gardens

Should you add lamps to your kitchen? Experts on whether or not lampscaping works in your cooking space

Designers weigh in on whether kitchen lamps add much-needed ambiance or simply impede on your countertops

The Independent UK

How to style up your scheme and get the look of luxe for less

You don’t need a dream home to get the designer look, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

Ideal Home

5 budget bathroom lighting ideas that will deliver a stylish and well-lit wash space without overspending

From wall sconces to pretty pendants - these budget lighting cohices will instantly upgrade your space

The Independent UK

Back-to-school home office schemes to stimulate productivity

Make nine-to-five more fruitful with these expert tips, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

Homes & Gardens

Industrial-style interiors are trending – here's how to get the sleek and stylish look

Full of metallic finishes and rustic touches, industrial-style interiors are all the rage right now. We explore why designers love the style, and how you can channel the look in your home

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