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I've Been Inspired by This IKEA Hack to Put a Medicine Cabinet in My Living Room — It Makes So Much for Hosting Once You've Seen It

Who says medicine cabinets are just for bathrooms? Here's how designers make it a functional and stylish addition to living spaces

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Tablecloth or No Tablecloth? Stylists Settle the Debate Once and for All on How to Dress Your Table When You're Entertaining

When is it best to use a tablecloth, and when should you ditch it altogether?

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Honeycomb Shapes, Folded Stars, Pleated Fans — Paper Christmas Decorations Are Everywhere This Year, and It's Not Just Because They're So Easy to Store

Whether your Christmas decor leans playful or understated, paper decorations cater to all, and these are the most stylish among them

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Kourtney Kardashian’s Oversized Marble Kitchen Island Redefines Neutral Elegance With Sculptural Flair and High-End Minimalism

Where minimalism meets monumental design: A sculptural twist on the timeless island that elevates the entire kitchen space

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'It has the flexibility to enhance almost any room' – how to decorate with Farrow & Ball's best-selling neutral, Skimming Stone

Interior designers have long been using Farrow & Ball's Skimming Stone in their projects – here are the versatile ways to decorate with the warm, pale gray

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No Fireplace? No Problem — Here Are 10 Alternatives Designers Say to Try Instead, to Create a Cozy Focal Point in Your Living Room

These clever and creative ideas from experts prove that you don't need a fireplace to have a cozy-looking space

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I Asked Interior Designers What They'd Actually Buy for Their Homes for Halloween — These Are the Pieces They Sent Me

Take these Halloween decor buys as a lesson on how to embrace the spooky season tastefully

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I asked interior designers what color they include in every project – these 5 enduring shades were the favorites

From timeless neutrals to uplifting yellow, these colors are used time after time by designers

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Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird's harmonious dining nook transforms a forgotten space into a sculptural focal point – it's the perfect way to upgrade a corner

An underutilized corner in the power couple's apartment becomes an unexpected and inviting place to share family meals and memories

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Miley Cyrus's 'intimate and fearless' artwork transforms her bathroom into a 'canvas for self-expression' – designers discuss her twist on a famous art piece

Design takes on both function and beauty in the singer's simple blue and white bathroom – it's a lesson on how to choose art in an unusual space

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Farrow & Ball's Oval Room Blue is a nuanced blue paint that creates 'timeless elegance' – here's how to decorate with it

This subdued blue adds depth and interest to so many rooms, from living rooms to hallways

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I'm a color editor and I'd never heard of these Benjamin Moore paint colors that interior designers swear by

We all know about Benjamin Moore's best-sellers, but I love these less-discovered shades for 2025 decorating

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These are the best off-white paints according to interior designers – 10 perfectly balanced shades for a light and airy home

Discover the best off-white paints from Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, and more

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These are the most timeless paint colors according to interior designers – 10 enduring shades from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, and more

From classic whites to navy blue, these are designers' favorite timeless paint colors

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Eva Mendes' 1950s-style Americana wall technique is an unorthodox but stunning way to 'add depth and character to a room,' say designers

Hollywood Regency and mid-century America meet on Eva Mendes's kitchen walls – the half height design uses a modern color to avoid looking dated

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Is white actually out of style? Interior designers weigh in on this classic color for 2025 decorating

Here's what designers have to say about the relevance of this quiet color in a world of bold color trends

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Designers say these 5 colors are dating your home in 2025 – and what to use instead

From whites to cool grays, designers are replacing these colors with more contemporary alternatives for the year ahead

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Jennifer Garner's extractor hood is a 'true statement piece' in her natural wood kitchen – designers adore the eye-catching contrast

The pearly, metallic extractor hood in Jennifer Garner's kitchen is a bold accent against the rustic modern space, here's how to recreate the iconic look

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Designers share how to decorate with Sherwin-Williams' 'Romantic Period' color palette – 5 on-trend, calming neutrals for all design styles

These elevated neutral paints are endlessly calming and versatile to use in any room of the home

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Jennifer Garner's Versatile Kitchen Backsplash Serves Timeless Elegance –And It's Easy to Recreate the Look

The actress's kitchen uses a classic material to create a traditional look and help keep her space clean

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What color is Farrow & Ball's Pigeon? Designers weigh in on this 'chameleon' paint color and share their favorite ways to decorate with it

With hints of blue, gray, and green, this popular paint color is an elevated take on classic neutrals

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Chloe Bailey's mid-century modern studio space embraces a timeless color that promotes study and creativity

The studio space in the singer-songwriter's home takes color psychology to the next level – interior designers love its never-aging scheme

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Hugh Jackman's entryway is a masterclass in proportion and visual flow – experts say it's a testament to the power of thoughtful design

The entryway in the actor's home is rife with lessons in interior design and what can be accomplished through careful planning

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Kourtney Kardashian's oversized kitchen island is a masterclass in elevating a neutral color scheme – designers love the sculptural layout

The socialite's kitchen is grounded by a refreshing twist on the classic island – and it perfectly complements her color palette

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Where are the best places to buy paint? 6 go-to paint brands used and loved by interior designers

From Benjamin Moore to Sherwin-Williams, these are the best places to buy paint

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