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9 ways to fit an outdoor bar into a small backyard - sundowner spots no matter how tiny your space
Expert design advice for how to fit an outdoor bar into a small backyard and create a perfect sundowner spot
By Kate Hollowood • Published
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These 10 kitchen Feng Shui rules showed me how to make a much more calming, organized space
Follow these kitchen Feng Shui rules to bring a sense of balance and peace and organized calm to your decor
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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Livingetc's 10 favorite backyards ever to inspire and help elevate your own alfresco space
If you're looking at revamping your outdoor space our round-up of the best backyard ideas will help you nail it
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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What are the best countertops for cooking? The styles to consider for your kitchen if you love to cook
Whether you're looking for countertops to knead dough on or just one that holds up to red sauce stains, these are the best styles for budding chefs
By Sophie Flaxman • Published
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If you want to bring on-trend texture to bathroom walls, these 6 ideas are your best options say interior designers
These textured bathroom walls will elevate the bathroom to give depth and drama to the space
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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A new take on the natural bathroom trend is emerging, and it's about more than filling your space with plants
These natural bathroom ideas introduce organic warmth with earthy materials, finishes and techniques
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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10 key kitchen hardware trends for 2023: handles, hinges and pulls that update without a full renovation
Who knew a contrast pull or brass backplate could transform the look and feel of a space? This crop of top designers explain the latest kitchen hardware trends
By Cat Olley • Published
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The architectural trend that squeezes seating into even the smallest of kitchens, creating perfect nooks
Modern banquettes are having a moment, with designers creating seating in even the most awkward of kitchen layouts
By Keith Flanagan • Published
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Black kitchen countertop ideas – 10 designer-approved looks that make the case for going dark
Get inspired with these stylish black kitchen countertop ideas – proving that this look never dates
By Ellen Finch • Published
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What alternatives to marble are there? The 5 trending materials you should also consider for countertops and more
Marble may be a trending material for our homes, but by looking at these alternatives, you might just discover something unique and unexpected
By Luke Arthur Wells • Published
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Pastel kitchens are a big new design trend - minimalist, soothing, uplifting. Here's why
9 pastel kitchen ideas from interior designers which show how to use these candy-sweet colors to perfection
By Fleur Britten • Published
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Alternative kitchen islands are trending for smaller spaces – these 5 kitchens sold me on the idea
These 5 examples of alternative kitchen islands take pieces of furniture and turn them into a luxurious hub for your home
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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How can I make my small bathroom feel more minimalist? 10 design tips to reduce clutter in tiny spaces
Small bathrooms are prone to feeling cramped and cluttered, but with these tips from designers and declutterers, you can make yours a more minimal space
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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How to make a narrow room look wider with paint - expert tricks to make small spaces seem bigger
How to make a narrow room look wider with paint, from clever techniques to the perfect tones to try at home
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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How can I make a KALLAX unit look more expensive? 6 simple tricks to get this IKEA favorite to feel more luxurious
These easy alterations will turn your IKEA KALLAX from listless to luxe, even if you're a DIY novice
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Bathroom color ideas – looks from the designers that will inspire you to embrace color
From color pop bolds to minimalist neutrals, we've rounded up our favorite bathroom color ideas for you to try at home
By Hebe Hatton • Last updated
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10 cozy grey living rooms that prove this shade can be the warm, comforting backdrop we're all craving right now
These cozy grey living rooms prove exactly why this color remains a go-to neutral for snug spaces
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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8 genius spots for a wine fridge outside the kitchen which will prove you're really living your life well
Because when is it never a good idea to have a wine fridge fill with chilled tipples and refreshments on standby?
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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Stuck for storage? These ideas for small spaces will help you find a place for everything, even in a tiny home
These clever storage ideas for small spaces, from nifty built-in features to simple transformative hacks, will give you ample more room
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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11 cozy corner ideas for every room in the house that make for the perfect spot to curl up in
With the right ideas, every nook of your home can be turned into a cozy corner to hunker down in
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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10 ingenious kitchens without an island or peninsula that still maximize surface and storage space
Working with a small space? Let these spaces inspire you to create a socialable, functional kitchen without an island
By Hebe Hatton • Published
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8 ways to style vintage prints in modern homes, easily elevating your transitional-style game
Vintage prints are an easy way to add charm to your modern space by following our expert tips
By Kate Hollowood • Published
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Orange bathrooms are trending - these 10 show how to use this color to create a perfect sanctuary
Orange bathrooms are one of this year's mini-trends. Experts explain how to use warm earthy hues across tiles, tubs, walls and floors
By Jacky Parker • Published
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Forget Carrara – these incredible types of marble are what the world's best designers are using instead
Subtle marble furniture and surfaces aren't inspiring designers like they used to, so it's time to get acquainted with the bolder types of marble they're using instead
By Luke Arthur Wells • Published
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Turns out, the right relaxing living room color might be the secret to a peaceful life – designers say these 8 are best
These relaxing living room colors will ensure the heart of your home is a calming space to spend time in
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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This is how designers maximize kitchen wall storage so you never have to deal with overflowing cabinets
Maximize kitchen wall storage by utilizing the walls (and ceiling) to the fullest – top designers explain how they do it
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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Which colors will make you feel happy and energetic? Designers agree on these mood-boosting hues
Discover the best colors that make you feel happy and energetic for your home, from sunshine yellow to the more unexpected shades
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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Move over granite! These alternative countertops are what we're dreaming of for design-forward kitchens
Granite and quartz aren't the only options for your countertops. These alternative ideas will all bring a unique quality to your kitchen
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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27 clever small bathroom ideas that will breathe new life into size-challenged spaces
Any of these small bathroom ideas can make your room all the brighter, airier and more spa-like
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Last updated