Latest articles by Hugh Metcalf
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This 'room humidifier' Kim Kardashian loves is all I want for Christmas - and it's on sale for Cyber Monday
This humidifier might just help me sleep better and feel healthier - plus, it's the best looking one I've ever seen
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15 things that will make your home smell amazing that you'll find in the sales - 'it makes sense to stock up now'
Take advantage of the sales and make your home smell incredible - here's what we're buying
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IKEA's new "paper" Christmas tree is the best spot for your favorite ornaments - and it costs less than $15
The perfect accessory for making a small space like an entryway feel more Christmassy, while also embracing festive decor that feels modern and cool
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Victoria Beckham "washes" this part of her home's decor in her bathtub – here's why, according to experts
The former Spice Girl shared some of her home rituals, and it got us to wondering whether we should be doing the same
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This viral 'sofa to bunk bed' is a genius buy for a guest bedroom when you're always stuck for space over the holidays
Searches for this take on a sofa bed have sky-rocketed in the lead up to the holidays, and it's so genius that we're not surprised
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'It's beautiful and romantic' - Halle Berry's landscaping is a masterclass in using this on-trend planting style
Halle's textural garden path has been brilliantly specified with plants that not only look good, but are practical for this spot, too
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Sofia Vergara's coffee table decor is a genius way to bring nature indoors - and needs much less maintenance than plants
The actress and America's Got Talent judge's coffee table display is a perfect way to 'green up' your space, even if you don't have the best track record with houseplants
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Before and after: Ashley Tisdale's Halloween decor is so well done (and can be copied for under $10)
It's the spooky season, and singer and actress Ashley Tisdale is embracing it in her effortlessly stylish self-designed home with this simple but effective idea
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Gwyneth Paltrow uses the craziest thing to prop open her doors – 'it works perfectly,' she says
Plus, what to use to prop open your doors aesthetically if you're not an Academy Award-winning actress
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This "invisible" doorstop is going viral – it's so much more minimalist and it costs less than $30 on Amazon
If you're remodeling your house, this might not be the thing your guests notice first, but it may well be the best $30 you spend
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We're calling it - David Beckham's 'spotless' kitchen features the trend that's going to be biggest in 2024
We've been watching Netflix's new documentary 'Beckham', and there's a big reason David would love his kitchen backsplash material
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Ombre walls are having a moment – these 5 rooms have the best, most elevated versions of them
This bold decorating trend is making a comeback - but designers are taking a different approach to gradient walls this time around
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Though inspired by the lairs of Bond villains, this architect's home is a surprisingly welcoming retreat
Architect and designer Timothy Godbold may have had some unusual inspiration for this Hamptons home, but that doesn't stop it feeling like a cozy refuge from the outside world
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This type of wall paint will make your room brighter and colors more vibrant – and you've probably never heard of it
This specialist wall paint promises truer colors thanks to one major change in how it's made – but is it worth the hype?
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This designer chose two "supersized" couches over a sectional for one reason only – and it makes so much sense
This welcoming open plan living room is at the heart of a modern home on Seattle's waterfront
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5 things you need to know about Corian countertops (from someone who has them in their own kitchen)
Considering Corian for your kitchen countertops? Here's what you should know about them before you buy
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'It's a $20 solution to a $500 problem' – this viral hack will turn your basic stick vacuum into a high-tech dupe
If you've had your eyes on a "laser" vacuum, this simple hack can recreate the idea for less
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Dorit Kemsley's hallway is the perfect example of why you shouldn't neglect "in-between spaces", say designers
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star showed off her statement wallpapered hallway recently - here's why designers love the idea
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This viral Amazon find might just have solved the most annoying thing about laying a rug under furniture
Perfectly laid, flat rugs every time - even under furniture like sofas and beds
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5 ways interior designers use "curved" tiles to design clever spaces – they work so well in small rooms
Curve-edged tiles aren't just a design gimmick, they can also help you design a small space better
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What is my interior style? This quiz might be the easiest way I've discovered to find out
Choose the rooms that speak most to you and this interior design consultant will help put your style into words
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This "trend-defying" kitchen color could make your home sell for thousands of dollars more, say experts
Moody kitchen schemes are on the rise, but property experts say this one color could help you sell your home for a lot more
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I'm a minimalist – these are the 12 inexpensive wall decor ideas I've got my eye on for my living room
Neutral, abstract and perfect for a minimalist home, this are the best buys you'll find for decorating your walls without breaking the bank
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Graham & Brown's Color of the Year might be one of our favorites for 2024 – try it for a 'restful' bedroom
Another day, another Color of the Year – but Graham & Brown's is the perfect calming paint shade for a relaxing yet happy home