Latest articles by Hugh Metcalf
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Laidback Californian styling brings a sunny aesthetic to this artist's home in Seattle
Designer Lisa Staton brought the sunshine to the Pacific Northwest with a casual, stylish design for a California native
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Smart curtains – 6 things you need to know about automating your window treatments
A new generation of smart curtains means automated window treatments are within reach for everyone. Here's what you need to know about them
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These designers are reviving a retro furniture trend – here's what you need to know about its big comeback
This vintage-inspired material is about to become the new darling of the interiors world, according to some of the world's most creative designers
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Gas vs charcoal grills – which is the better buy for your backyard?
We weigh up the gas vs charcoal grill debate with help from some BBQ experts
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5 ingenious bathroom hacks to achieve a better layout in a small or awkwardly-shaped room
These clever bathroom hacks will help you get more from a challenging space
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Grilling in the rain – 5 steps to follow to stop your cookout becoming a washout
Grilling in the rain might not be ideal, but it doesn't mean you have to forego the family BBQ just because of a few rainclouds. Here, pitmasters and grill experts offer their top tips
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How to use a charcoal grill – the foolproof guide to cooking on coals, plus tips for upping your BBQ game
Master the basics of how to use a charcoal grill, plus get expert tips for how to improve your grill skills from expert chefs and pitmasters
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This unbelievable IKEA hack sees a bamboo fruit bowl turned into a designer-inspired side table
Find out how this DIY guru turned a classic $25 IKEA fruit bowl into a stylish table with the help of a few power tools
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How to make a small bathroom feel brighter – 10 ideas that can bring light to even a windowless space
From architectural interventions to ways to make a small space feel brighter, the experts show us how to bring the light to a dark, drab bathroom
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How to get rid of fungus gnats on houseplants – experts explain the best ways to beat a gnat infestation
Learn how to get rid of fungus gnats to purge your home, and your houseplants, of these annoying pests
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How to treat mold on houseplant soil – from repotting to a sprinkle of cinnamon, experts offer their top hacks
If you've got mold on houseplant soil, it could be the harbinger of a more serious problem for your plant. Here's what it means, and what you can do to both prevent and get rid of it
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What is the best wood floor color? From rich walnut to pale oak, designers explain how to choose the right wood tone
Can't decide on the best wood floor color for your room? Get tips from interior designers on how to decide whether to go dark or light
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16 living room wallpaper ideas that'll convince you patterned wallcoverings are the way to go
These brilliant living room wallpaper ideas offer up inspiration for how to apply print, pattern and texture to different areas of your scheme
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How to cool down a room – clever hacks and advice you need to know to beat the heat
If you're feeling the heat at home, here's how to cool down a room if you don't have the luxury of air conditioning to rely on
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Cardboard furniture is trending - meet the designers creating innovative decor with this sustainable material
Cardboard furniture is an eco hero that's more durable than you'd think. We meet the designers innovating with the material to create interesting, design-led pieces
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Coffee bar ideas – 7 brilliant designs that'll convince you your kitchen needs a dedicated brewing station
Get your caffeine fix with these coffee bar ideas that showcase how you can bring the coffee shop experience to your own kitchen
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Room divider ideas – 12 styles that’ll convince you to split up an open plan room
The right room divider idea can help a beautiful open plan space make up for its practical shortfalls
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How to make your bedroom darker for better sleep – the design tricks for longer summer lie-ins
Bright mornings disturbing your beauty sleep? Here's how to keep bedroom dark and keep your rest restful
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Sage green bedroom ideas – designers on the fresh ways to decorate your bedroom with this relaxing color
Sage green bedroom ideas might conjure cozy, cottage spaces, but designers are now getting creative with this popular shade to create contemporary, elevated room designs
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Cradle to Cradle explained – how to design the greenest home possible, according to an interior designer
Cradle to cradle principles are the next step in eco-friendly sourcing. Louisa Grey, founder of salutogenic design studio House of Grey, explains what this means for your home
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Lake house decor – stylish decorating ideas from the best waterfront homes
Take lake house decor inspiration from these beautiful properties, plus get expert tips for designing a waterfront home from the interior designers behind them
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Vegetable container gardening – how to grow edible plants in garden pots
We get the lowdown on vegetable container gardening for beginners, so you can grow an edible kitchen garden in pots, planters and more
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Smart gardening explained – 6 ways to take the hard work out of yard work
Smart gardening can take the hassle out of time-consuming garden maintenance. Here's how you can automate your outdoor space
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Backyard deck ideas – 10 sociable designs that are perfect for entertaining
These backyard deck ideas will have friends and family flocking to your garden during the summer