Latest articles by Raluca Racasan
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It's hard to believe this calming apartment is in NYC - it's full of design tips for how to create an urban oasis
A surprisingly calming ‘indoor-outdoor’’ space overlooking the city skyline was achieved by this designer who told me exactly how he’s done it
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This centuries-old item is the new celebrity must-have piece of kitchen jewelry. But is this trend worth it?
In a recent home tour, Amanda Seyfried showcased this beautiful kitchen item, and demand has since skyrocketed
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The $30 hack - and other expert secrets - to recreate that luxe hotel bedroom vibe at home
Designer Jacu Strauss of Lore Group has created some of the most inviting hotel bedrooms in the world - here are his tips to achieve that luxurious feel at home
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"We've had a few requests for sex rooms!" The designer behind Cher's house reveals his star-studded style secrets
Designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard is launching Star Style, a book celebrating 30 years of his incredible work - he reveals what it's like to work on some of the glitziest homes
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There's now a really easy way to make a room more cheerful - a new decorative trick that even renters can use
If you can’t make intrusive changes to your home, but would still like to experiment with the latest interior design trends, this is for you
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'Wood brag' is the latest decor trend celebrities love, and it's coming to a house near you soon. Here's how to early adopt
Wood bragging is the design movement that the world's most stylish celebrities love, and it's part of a bigger mood within decor. Here's how to get involved
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This new color trend makes small spaces seem lighter, brighter and bigger. Design experts explain
I spoke to renowned paint experts about this one trick that will reflect light in a dark room, and it’s not about painting it white
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'It makes a room soft and serene.' A designer explains a new decor trend that is better than any you've seen before
I’ve noticed a new fireplace treatment that will make your room look instantly elevated, creating a luxe and elegant feel
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'Weird and wonderful!' I watched the first episode of RHONY and am obsessed with these design choices in Jenna Lyons’ home
There are some real gems in the former fashion designer’s home that show off her quirky side and immaculate taste. This is what I've been obsessing over (and you should too!)
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This new lighting trend is my favorite way to make awkward corners seem luxe – no matter your budget
I spotted a great way to make use of empty corners by hanging this light feature in a way you might not have thought of
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5 interior lessons we've learned from Jenna Lyons' apartment that proves she's the most stylish Housewife of New York
Former fashion designer Jenna Lyons has always been a style icon of the Livingetc team - here are 5 lessons we've learned over the years from her New York apartment
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'It makes everyone look fantastic' - experts say this Kelly Wearstler-approved paint color will flatter every skin tone
This wall color is one of Kelly Wearstler's signatures, and it promises to make everyone look fantastic
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This designer's genius take on "built-in" storage might be the most beautiful we've seen, and it's great for small bedrooms
We asked interior designer Jennifer Morrison to share her tips on adding this space-saving solution to your bedroom and it looks so beautiful too!
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This Kelly Wearstler-designed cocktail bar is a masterclass in the most modern way to decorate with wallpaper
The designer’s cocktail lounge design is a lesson in using wallpaper pattern-drenching in the most impactful way
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We asked: what interior design trends are you just not on board with? And some of the answers surprised us
We took to Threads to ask for some of our followers interior design grievances, here's what some of the most stylish people we know said
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This 'outdated' trend for walls we once considered past-it is having a renaissance – and it's so much better this time around
Designers are starting to use this joyful decorating trend again and it might divide opinions
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This often-overlooked room is having a design moment – I think it's the secret to making your home much more cheerful
Usually designed solely for practical use, there’s so much scope to get creative with a laundry room. Interior designers give us their tips to turn them into 'jewel box' spaces
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This furniture layout is one of the biggest Feng Shui mistakes you can make in a bedroom - here's how to fix it
This layout can affect the energy of your space and even that of your relationship. We asked Feng Shui experts what you can do to rectify it, even if you're short on space
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This interior designer's golden rule for making small rooms feel bigger set the tone for decorating his own apartment
A tour of this New York apartment gives us fresh ideas on how to combine scale and color for a more joyful space, no matter the size
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This New York apartment's 'hand-troweled' walls are an incredible detail – they're like nothing we've seen before
We speak to the designer of this Manhattan home to learn about his nature inspired narrative and surprising mix of materials
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This one type of dining table may be bringing 'bad energy' to your home – here's what you should choose instead
We spoke with Feng Shui experts about how this specific material, when used for a table or desk, may be affecting the energy in your space
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'So that's what they're for!' This detail, used in the most beautiful kitchens, has a clever function you may not have guessed
This kitchen feature is practical, while looking chic and timeless - but you might be surprised to find out what this design element is actually for
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This is how Nate Berkus transforms empty wall space without breaking the bank – it’s a fun DIY too
The interior designer gives his tips on how to get super creative with empty walls, and you won’t believe how easy they are to do
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This unexpected color might just be the secret to making your home feel more expensive – here's how to use it
It's a color that's synonymous with elegance, luxury and a touch of history, but that you might be surprised to see used in interiors