Latest articles by Ruth Doherty
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Decorating Mistakes That Are Making Small Rooms Look Darker - Designers Avoid These 6 Things
From color crimes to furniture faux pas, these are the mistakes that can make a small room look dark and drab...
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How To Make a Small House Look Expensive — "It's All in The Details", Say Experts
Designers know how to make small houses look expensive, and how to get the most luxe looks in even the tightest corners. Here, they explain
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How To Make a Small Living Room Look Less Cluttered —'It's Far More Elegant This Way'
Professional organizers and interior designers share their top tips for a small living room that's clutter-free as well as stylish
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Stair Runner Colors That Make Your Entryway - And Entire Home! - Look Expensive
Picking exactly the right stair runner color can elevate your whole home, making it all look so much more expensive. Experts explain how to choose
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IKEA BILLY bookcase hacks – 15 DIY ways to customize the unit for all your storage needs
These IKEA BILLY bookcase hacks are a testament to the versatility of this piece and how easy it is to DIY it as per your needs
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IKEA Vinyl Storage Hacks – 7 Smart, Budget-Friendly Ways to Store and Display Your Collection
These IKEA vinyl storage hacks will not only help preserve your most precious records but also give them a place of pride at home
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IKEA Hacks – 57 Easy, Budget-Friendly Ways to Update and Elevate Furniture
These IKEA hacks demonstrate how easy it is to transform or create the furniture pieces of your dream
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5 Paint Colors That Will Help You Sleep Better if You Use Them in Your Bedroom
These are the "soporific" hues top color experts would choose for a sleep-boosting bedroom
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How can I make my kitchen feel more Christmassy? 7 ways to add festive ambiance with style
Interior designers and experts reveal their top tips on creating that cozy festive ambiance in the kitchen...
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How can I make my entryway feel more Christmassy? Designers share their top tips on easy festive styling
Make a magical first impression with these handy holiday tips for a truly Christmassy entryway
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10 best paint colors for 2024 - designers on how to work with the trends
Design experts predict you'll be tucking into rich shades of chocolate brown in the very near future, as these are the best paint colors for 2024
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5 things people who decorate with dark colors do to make their homes feel more expensive
Designers reveal the secret to elevating a moody color palette for an upscale finish
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'It's enveloping and dramatic!' This design trend flips classic decorating rules on their head - and we're loving it for 2024
Decorating your ceiling like this might seem counter-intuitive, but it's the secret to cozy, cool rooms right now, say designers
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How can I make my house look Christmassy? 8 ways design experts add instant festive cheer
Knowing how to make your house look Christmassy is shorthand for being able to create wonderfully festive decor
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5 of best dark colors to paint small rooms, as chosen by designers – 'they'll make them feel bigger, and ceilings higher'
Color experts and designers reveal the best dark colors for small rooms that blend style with comfort
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What is the warmest kitchen flooring? 3 options that will keep your house toasty and feel cozy underfoot
These three materials are top choices for a warm kitchen that's pleasant to be in when winter rolls around, even without underfloor heating
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6 colors designers pick for laundry rooms - exact paint matches, from classic choices to surprising shades
Make laundry a job you actually look forward to with these paint colors for your home's hardest working room
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How do you decorate an awkward entryway? 7 designer-approved tricks for tough-to-style entrances
Decorative details, clever storage and statement art all play a part in making a design-led space out of an awkward entryway
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How do you make a boring kitchen look good? 6 clever ways to add character to your cooking space
Create a chic and inviting space with these designer tricks to elevating a boring kitchen
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5 ways professional organizers maximize the storage space in your kitchen cabinets
Short on storage space? These clever tricks will ensure your kitchen cabinets are working as hard as they can...
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'It'll only take 10 minutes' - 6 kitchen tricks that people who are great at hosting do before guests come over
Designers and experts reveal their quick and easy ways to make your cooking and entertaining space an warm and inviting place
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3 paint colors minimalists love - and how designers use them to soothe
Three hues that designers reach for to create a stylish minimalist schemes, and exactly how to pair them for calming rooms
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How to design an affordable kitchen that looks luxe - 7 ways experts go upscale on a budget
Designers reveal their top tips on how to get a luxe look without breaking the bank, the small touches that can go a long way to making kitchens look more expensive
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6 of the best paint colors for rooms without much natural light
These are the shades color experts use to add drama or airiness to low-light rooms