Latest articles by Hugh Metcalf
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Should I raise my washer and dryer? This is why I wish I'd invested in a laundry pedestal
Creating a pedestal for a washer dryer in a laundry room is a simple addition that can make your space much more functional
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What's the best way to use less electricity? Here's how to reduce your reliance on appliances through design
A well-designed home can help cut back your dependence on appliances which use lots of energy, reducing your utility bills and, in some cases, making them zero
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How do you decorate a living room with no entryway? Designers solve this small space conundrum
These no entryway ideas for living rooms will turn what can often be an undesirable feature into one of your room's greatest assets
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How do I set up an Amazon wishlist? Plus, 5 genius hacks that make this the best way to shop for gifts
Learn how to set up an Amazon wishlist, alongside 5 clever tricks that make it a more useful tool than you might think
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Will the metaverse influence how we decorate our homes? It already is, say some experts...
As designers and architects begin experimenting in inhabitable virtual worlds known as the metaverse, futuristic aesthetics are starting to influence 'real-world' design
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I'm a coffee lover - these are the coffee gadgets I'm hinting to friends would make a perfect gift for me
If you're shopping for gifts for a coffee connoisseur, you can bet they'd be happy with these smart coffee gadgets - I would be!
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A different color tile in every room may sound odd, but it's what brings so much joy to this small apartment
With the owners seeking to bring color to their Madrid apartment, this interior designer introduced bold, rustic charm with primary-hued tiling throughout
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How to make house guests feel at home through design, according to architects and interior designers
Designing a home that's comfortable to host guests in doesn't have to come at the expense of everyday life, as these experts explain
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This architect's apartment has become a testing ground for his favorite and most experimental ideas
With its moving partitions and creative room layouts, this architect's apartment in Tel Aviv is a showcase of his most creative concepts
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How to make your home more colorful with smart lighting – 5 trending ideas for every room
Smart tech is embracing color and light in new and interesting ways, from light-up fridges to chromatherapy showers
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Smart switches vs smart bulbs – which is the better choice for the modern smart home?
If you're looking to making your home's lighting smarter, deciding between smart switches vs smart bulbs is a good place to start
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How can you hide a litter box? 7 times designers have created stylish built-ins for cat owners
Owning a cat doesn't mean you have to compromise on style, as these architect and interior designer ideas for how to hide a litter box go to prove
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Furniture 're-outfitting' is the designer trend for reimagining iconic pieces with bold new looks
Designers are ‘re-outfitting’ furniture to bring a fresh creative perspective to classic pieces. Just don't call it upcycling...
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Tile reglazing is the budget-friendly idea that might mean you don't have to rip out an ugly bathroom
Our writer discover tile reglazing while watching their new favorite TV renovation program, and thinks it could be a real gamechanger if you've got the bathroom blues
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Kelly Wearstler's window painting trick is making us fall in love with the striped wall trend all over again
Interior designer Kelly Wearstler's brilliant painted windows take this bold scheme to the next level
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The 'pattern drenching' trend is the best way to use wallpaper right now – these 5 rooms prove it
This maximalist take on wallpaper is how top designers are making pattern feel modern and exciting. Here's how to make it work
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How to care for sunflowers in a vase – tricks to keep these happy blooms looking their best
Learn how to care for sunflowers in a vase with these top tips for florists and gardeners
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Apartment storage ideas – 10 tips from interior designers to squeeze the most out of your space
These apartment storage ideas from design professionals will help make small space living easier than ever
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A West Village apartment with the secret to open-plan living on a small scale
A retreat from the bustle of New York City, this open-plan apartment showcases how a restful palette can work wonders for small space living
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Studio apartment ideas – 11 decorating tricks from the pros that’ll make one-room living feel luxe
With the right studio apartment ideas in place, it’s easy to make a single room abode feel like a palace
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21 tips for decorating an apartment of any size, from some of the world's most creative interior designers
From tiny studios to vast lofts, this is how top designers are approaching decorating an apartment in 2024
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Polished concrete floors – experts explain what you need to know about this modern flooring type
If polished concrete floors are on your wishlist, get to know the pros and cons, options available to you and learn about their upkeep
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8 concrete flooring ideas that will convince you this style can be surprisingly luxurious
Think concrete floors are only good for industrial schemes? These ideas will make you think differently about this type of flooring
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DIY marble countertops are the next big viral home hack, but which method to make them is best?
For those on a budget for a reno, these DIY marble countertops can transform ugly kitchen surfaces. But which is the best way to achieve the look?