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What Is Teak Wood? And Why Do Experts Swear By It for Outdoor Furniture? Experts Break Down the Pros and Cons
This material has been lauded as the gold standard for luxury outdoor furniture, but is it worthy of this status? Our experts break it down
By Maya Glantz Published
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6 IKEA BESTÅ Alternatives That Nail the Function of This Classic — And Might Actually Look Better
I get the hype. But if you’re after smart storage that doesn’t look like everyone else’s, consider these pieces instead
By Julia Demer Published
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10 Different Types of Blinds You Need to Know About Before Making a Decision on How You Dress Your Windows
From relaxed Romans to woven blinds, these styles take the window treatment from purely practical to elevated — even playful
By Emily Moorman Published
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Alexa, Hit The Lights — These Smart Outdoor Lighting Options Are a Garden Game-Changer
Make illuminating your outdoor space that much easier to control by going all-in on Alexa-enabled garden lighting — this is what to know and what to buy
By Maya Glantz Published
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How Much Would It Cost for Me to Install an Outdoor Kitchen? Ballpark Figures If You Want to Install One in Your Garden This Year
Take a look at how much you should budget for your dream outdoor kitchen, according to the experts
By Amy Reeves Published
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Kitchen Island vs Peninsula — Which Is Better and What Are Designers Choosing in 2025?
The experts debate whether you should choose an island or a peninsula, and they don't mean for your next holiday destination
By Maya Glantz Published
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8 Things You Should Thrift for Your Garden That Will Give Your Outdoor Space More Life and Soul
A handful of clever ideas for your outdoor space to inspire your next thrifting adventure
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Patio Mistakes You're Probably Making and What to Do to Avoid Them for a Flawless Outdoor Space
What good is stylish outdoor furniture if your foundations aren't up to scratch? For a patio that lasts, these are the mistakes to avoid.
By Maya Glantz Published
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So Long White; Goodbye Royal Blue — These Are The Sofa Colors Going Out of Style in 2025, and What To Replace Them With
Not all sofa colors are timeless — it's time we retire these five say interior design experts
By Devin Toolen Published
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Did You Know 'Summer Insomnia' Is a Thing? Here's What's Keeping You From Drifting Off, and How to Beat It
Leave the counting of sheep to cartoons and pick up these sleep expert-approved tips for the summer season instead
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Chalk Paint vs Milk Paint — What Are They? What's the Difference? Which is Best?
Tossing up between chalk paint and milk paint? This is what you need to know (hint: it's our definitive opinion)
By Sarah Warwick Published
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The Fork Decluttering Method Helped Me Hold Myself Accountable and Cull the Clutter That Was Piling Up at Home
If you're looking to pare back your home for summer, the fork decluttering method is worth a try. It's especially perfect for cluttered kitchens.
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Are Silk or Bamboo Pillowcases Better for Your Sleep, Skin, and Hair? We Ask the Experts for the Facts
Silk has a legacy; bamboo has celebrity endorsement. Both are lustrous and cooling — but which is actually worth sleeping on?
By Julia Demer Published
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The Very Best Lick Paint Colors That Designers Absolutely Love Using in Interiors
From colors inspired by cars spotted in Rome, to the most sought-after shade of red, these are the best Lick paint colors to style in your home
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Room? Experts Reveal the Details, Decisions, and Design Elements to Consider
Though it's considered the quickest way to make over a space, is it the cheapest? Well, that depends...
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Spoke to the Garden Designer Behind This 5-Star Stand at the Chelsea Flower Show and Here's What I Learned
Tips from a five-star landscape designer to bring home some of the magic on display at the show
By Amiya Baratan Published
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5 Things That Will Make Your Loft Conversion Feel Dated — And What Designers Are Doing Instead
Loft conversions have come a long way, so don't be limited to the designs of yesteryear. These are the elements to avoid if you want your new room to feel modern
By Maya Glantz Published
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Are Islands Ruining Kitchens? We Asked Designers If This Once-Favorable Feature Has Lost Its Appeal
Islands have been a mainstay of kitchen design for decades, but have we moved on from this traditional layout? Here's what the experts have to say
By Lilith Hudson Published
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The Best Little Greene Paint Colors For Your Home, as Chosen by Interior Designers
If you’re planning on giving your home a face lift, these are the designer-approved colors to do it with
By Seraphina Kyprios Published
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People Are Using Children's Hangers to Organize Their Own Closets for a Surprising Reason — It Makes Clothes Storage So Much More Aesthetic
The need of the hour in any small wardrobe or even just a cohesively aesthetic one is children's hangers. TikTok inspired me, and now it's my turn to introduce it to you
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How to position landscape lighting - the expert guide to bringing your outdoor space to life
By knowing how to position landscape lighting you can get the most out of your backyard garden all night - or all winter - long
By Zia Allaway Last updated
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5 Outdoor Lighting Tricks People With Well-Lit Yards Always Use — They'll Make Your Yard Look 100 Times Better
Elevating your yard at nighttime is easy if you know how. We asked the experts for their little-known tips that will make outdoor lighting more purposeful and look better
By Luke Arthur Wells Last updated
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How to Design an East-Facing Balcony — 6 Tips to Convert Your Sunlit Outdoor Nook Into a Stylish Social Hub
Try these six expert tips to transform your warm east-facing balcony into a space that's perfect for seasonal hosting and long-term enjoyment
By Amiya Baratan Last updated
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What Is Eco Paint? Plus Where to Buy This Environmental Alternative
Ditch the guilty conscience and go green; eco paint is the environmental alternative, promising a happier and healthier base for your interiors
By Olivia Wolfe Last updated
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15 'Hidden Kitchens' That Conceal the Action (and Mess), Making for More Streamlined Schemes
Now you see it, now you don’t. Playing hide and seek with the hardworking heart of your kitchen is the fastest way to dial the mood to relax
By Linda Clayton Published
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Here's Where to Buy Eco-Friendly Paint — 7 Brands Making Beautiful Colors That Don't Cost the Earth
Discover the paints made with a focus on better indoor air quality, a lighter planetary footprint, and fabulous shades and finishes
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to Update Stairs on a Budget — 5 Savvy Tricks That'll Transform These Elements Into Something Spectacular
Sick of the way your stairs are looking? Try out these ideas to revamp your staircase
By Amy Reeves Published
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7 Tips to Imbue the Scandi Philosophy of Miljövänlighet into Your Home — From Design to Decluttering and Beyond
Pronounced me-lyo-van-lig-yhet, this concept of environmental friendliness will make your home look beautiful and feel natural
By Amiya Baratan Published
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4 ‘Luxury’ Kitchen Materials That Experts Would Never Recommend You Use (and What to Go for Instead)
It's time to look beyond the surface level, these luxurious materials aren't always as good as they may seem — these are the ones to avoid
By Maya Glantz Published