Latest articles by Ruth Doherty
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5 paint colors designers always avoid in small spaces - including the one most people gravitate to
The paint colors that are either too cool or too overwhelming for small spaces...
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5 things designers do to make rooms look bigger - clever furniture color hacks that make a difference
These space-stretching color choices will help make your living room feel airy and open
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10 easy design tweaks for your backyard to make now so it's ready for spending time in this fall
These expert tips will ensure your outdoor space is a chic fall-ready retreat
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What should you not do in a bedroom layout? 7 simple mistakes designers notice in unbalanced spaces
Experts reveal what not to do when planning your perfect bedroom layout, and the work-arounds you can use instead for a well balanced and restful space
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What color couch makes a room look bigger? Designers reveal their favorite space-stretching sofa shades
Lighter colors work best to open up a space, but you can choose a dark sofa for a small room - here's how to do it...
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How to make a small space look more expensive - 7 tricks designers use to instantly elevate a bijou room
Small space? No problem. These expert ideas will ensure your petite pad packs a serious style punch
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'It's where design trends start' - 9 Californian kitchens with a dreamy blend of organic luxury
Laidback luxe is the order of the day in these easy, breezy Californian kitchens, full of design ideas and inspiration
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What is the most low maintenance kitchen countertop? Design experts unanimously agree
Stain and scratch-resistant as well as durable and robust, quartz offers the ideal blend of luxe and low maintenance
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How to use your kitchen's dead space in ways that improves your overall decor
Designers explain how to get the most from your kitchen by turning the parts that you've forgotten to love into stylish and functional areas
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How can I make my staircase look better? 6 ways designers easily create a more beautiful home
Experts reveal exactly what you need to do to create a chic and upscale staircase
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5 colors that make living rooms look bigger - how design experts give small spaces an airier feel
White is the obvious space-boosting shade but what other colors can make a living room look bigger too? Our experts reveal all
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7 trending planter styles designers rely on to instantly elevate backyards - and how you can use them
Wicker baskets outside? These flower container trends will add warmth and character to your outdoor space...
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What is replacing wooden floors? These are the trending alternatives designers are using instead
From hexagonal tiles to antique brick, this is what's replacing wooden floors for a modern, fresh appeal
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Are coffee pod machines worth it? Experts on the pleasant surprise behind picking the right one
Coffee pod machines aren't just for espressos. Here's why they're a worthy investment for coffee lovers with a busy lifestyle
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How to design the perfect kids' homework area - 6 steps to creating space that's cool for school(work)
Experts reveal the art of blending style and substance for a stylish and inviting homework station
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Lawn vs deck - design experts decide once and for all which is better
From the most eco-friendly to the most practical, this is what landscape designers think in the lawn vs deck debate...
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5 secrets to actually growing those grocery store herbs that always seem to die
Repot grocery store herbs for your own kitchen herb garden at your fingertips
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Coffee machine vs French press - experts reveal what's best for how you live
Which coffee maker offers the best blend of taste, form and function? Our experts share their thoughts on which one to pick for how you like to live
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11 backyard shade ideas for a resort-worthy retreat from the heat
Take cover in style with these designer-approved backyard shade ideas, from pretty pergolas to cool pool houses to help you stay cool in the heat
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6 design mistakes landscapers always notice in a backyard and how to avoid them
From too many pots to messy masonry, these are the landscape design mistakes to avoid, according to experts
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5 of the easiest indoor palm trees to look after - create a lush interior garden with no effort at all
Design and garden experts share their favorite easy-care palm trees that are perfect to have indoors and take barely any maintenance at all
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How can I make my coffee machine better? 8 clever hacks that will improve your morning cup of joe
From dose settings to descaling, these expert tips will help you make the perfect cup of coffee every time...
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'It's the vacation vibes!' Designers are all calling this low-maintenance planting choice the best backyard trend for 2023
From the tropical ambiance to that dappled light, experts explain why they so often use palm trees in their gardens - and why you should, too
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What colors make a house look expensive? These are the 7 hues designers use to elevate their homes
What colors make a house look expensive? Designers say that if you pepper your home with these hues you'll get a high-end finish and a luxurious aesthetic