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"I'm Not Sure I'd Choose Them Again" — Should I Get Sink Draining Grooves Cut Into My Countertop? The Pros and Cons, Explored

It's time to get groovy... or is it? The experts break down whether you really need these drainage lines on your kitchen counter and why

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This Fragrance Expert Gave Me the Easy Recipe for DIY Reed Diffusers Refills and I'm About to Make My Own

Instead of letting your beautiful old diffuser bottles go to waste, give them a second life by crafting your own refill

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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference

I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops

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'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

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5 Secrets of Japanese Sleep That Might Help You Get a Better Night's Rest

There's more than calming design inspiration to learn from East Asia, and these tips for good sleep are just another lesson in wellness

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24 Walk-In Shower Ideas That Will Drench Your Space in Luxury

From stylish shower curtains to nifty niches, these walk-in shower ideas are dripping with style

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The New Morris & Co x Habitat Collection Has Just Launched — This Is the Elegant Furniture and Decor I Just Know Is Going to Sell Out From It

Habitat and Morris & Co. are collaborating once again, and I am currently shopping everything

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From Arches to Orbs, Circles Are the Most Important Shape in Modern Interiors — Here's Why, and How to Decorate With Them Now

How and why do circles and circular shapes influence a design? I asked the experts to break it down

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All My Favorite Interior Designers Keep Using 'Soapstone' Countertops in Their Projects — But What Actually Are They?

From what it is, to how it can be used, here is everything you need to know and make note of when choosing this material for your home

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Forget Flat Veneer Cabinets — Sawn Timber Kitchens Are the 'Unpolished' Material Trend That Makes Your Space Feel More Soulful

For a kitchen full of character and individual charm, you can't beat sawn timber. Here's your guide to the material

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I'm Calling It, This Expensive-Looking but Subtle Detail Is the Big Trend to Buy Into for Homewares for the New Season

From woven bathroom tiles to leather laundry baskets and chunky throws, the basket weave is returning with ravishing vengeance

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This Urban Outfitters Armchair's Secret Compartment Will Give You So Much More Storage for Your Living Room or Bedroom

Undercover storage is my favorite thing when designed right, and UO understood the assignment perfectly

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From Larger-Than-Life Florals to Reworked Classics — House of Hackney Has Just Reimagined William Morris' Iconic Designs

The AW25 collection has all the nostalgic spirit of the Arts and Crafts movement, but with a bit of a cool, contemporary twist

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How the 'Train Case' Became Luggage's Newest, Most Elegant Trend — Embodying the Daring New Age of Rail Travel

2025 is witnessing the grand revival of train journeys: the retro-futuristic design of this sleek accessory alone captures their craftsmanship-led rebirth

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These Clever 'Light Wells' Are the Trick to Make Your Bathroom Feel Bright and Filled With Natural Light, Even When There Are No Windows

Discover how artificial bathroom light boxes create the illusion of natural light while enhancing mood and design, even in smaller spaces

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5 of the Most Uncomfortable Colors to Live With — And How to Harness Them to Make Your Home's Design More Daring

Because overcoming obstacles is often the best way to achieve a more playful, provocative, and personal style

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I've Found the Smartest Way to Light Up My Balcony, No Electrician Required — And It Costs Less Than £20

Eco-friendly, chic, and affordable... What more could you look for in a balcony light?

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6 'Lucky' Houseplants That People Always Decorate With to Bring a Sense of Prosperity Into Your Home

No sparingly spotted four-leaf clovers here — these varieties bring luck as they stem and bloom

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Unexpectedly, Dulux Just Announced a Trio as Its Color(s) of the Year for 2026 — They'll "Soothe, Steady, or Excite, Depending on How You Play It"

Blue has been a popular interior color for centuries, but it's far from one note

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This London Fashion Favorite Has Collaborated With Oliver Bonas on the Brunchware That'll Make Your Breakfast Table Feel Effortlessly Cool

The lion-shaped ceramic butter keeper is going straight into my shopping cart

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IKEA Just Revealed Its Full Gustaf Westman Collection — With a Trick to Sign Up for the Pre-Sale, Because It's Definitely Going to Sell Out

The Swedish designer's playful aesthetic just got a lot more affordable thanks to this tableware collaboration with the (also-Swedish) interiors giant

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This Japanese Vase Style Is the Secret to Making Grocery Store Flowers Look Luxe (and a Bit More Minimalist)

Less is more with these Japanese-style vases, inspired by understated form, earthy colors, and natural textures

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"Your Eye Doesn't Know Where to Land" — Yes, You Can Have Too Much Tile in Your Bathroom, Here's the Rule to Get the Balance Right

It's easy to overwhelm your bathroom in tiles if you don't get your design quite right. Our experts teach us how to get it perfect when planning

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This Historic Home Is Designed For Entertaining at Scale — But Without Compromising on a Fun, Contemporary Family Home

Amid the historical details of this eclectic New Jersey mansion, there’s fun to be found in playful patterns and bright hues

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London Design Festival Is Coming — Here's a Preview of This Year's Coolest Showcases to Help You Navigate It Like a Design Insider

As London Design Festival returns to the capital September 13-21, we've curated some of the top highlights to look out for around town

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