Latest articles by Ruth Doherty
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The 11 best plants for heat and cold for a beautiful backyard all year round
Experts pick the best 11 hardy plants that can withstand heat and cold and that will add texture, color and vibrancy all through the year
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How to store outdoor cushions - the secret that will keep your backyard seating looking its best
If you protect your outdoor cushions you'll give them a longer life and keep your backyard looking luxe - it just takes a tiny bit of extra care
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How to have a lush garden even when the temperature's soaring - 10 plants that like full sun and heat
These hardy plants that like full sun and heat will bring the bloom to your backyard garden all the way through summer
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6 simple secrets to keeping your lawn looking lush in hot, dry weather - according to a top expert
See your lawn through the 'brown patch' phase with expert tips on how to grow grass in hot, dry weather
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The 9 biggest gardening mistakes people always make in the summer months – and how to avoid them
Keep your plants healthy and happy by avoiding the biggest gardening mistakes for the summer months
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It's natural and practically free - keep your backyard looking its best with this simple ingredient you already own
Salt can be an effective weed-killer as long as you know how to use it. These simple expert instructions will help you keep your backyard looking its best
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6 expert secrets for how to transplant and move garden plants - simple ways to keep your backyard in bloom
Greenery struggling to thrive? Learn how to transplant and move garden plants for a growth-boosting change
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"It's not how much water but how you water that counts." 6 secrets to keep your garden hydrated and blooming all summer
These expert tips on how to keep your garden hydrated will help to ensure a lush flower and vegetable bed even when the heat is on
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Built-in vanity make-up ideas – 10 designs that elevate bedrooms and bathrooms to new levels
Designers love the trend for built-in make up vanities which saves on space and adds a sense of elevated luxury, perfect for even the smallest of bedrooms or bathrooms
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9 indoor plants that make a room look more expensive - designers share their go-to greenery for elevated schemes
These are the indoor plants top designers use to make rooms look more expensive, adding a hit of elegance and refined beauty to your decor
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"It just makes life more comfy!" Why designers love the 'couch desk', and how to make your sofa perfect to work from
A couch desk will ensure you're always comfortable while adding a relaxed ambiance to your space.
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Introducing the dining sofa - designers explain how this decor trend elevates your home
Find out why designers are swapping chairs for the dining sofa, a brand new decor trend that helps to create elevated, elegant and relaxed yet social spaces
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Should a sofa face the door? Experts decide the perfect couch placement for a room you'll want to relax in
Where should your couch go? Should a sofa face the door? Design experts explain the secrets to rooms that are perfect for relaxing in
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5 rug colors to avoid – the hues designers think you should veer away from on floors, plus how to make them work
Experts reveal the rug colors to avoid and the tricks they use for choosing the most flattering hues
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What's the best material for split-level kitchen islands? Designers on getting this luxe decor trend exactly right
Marble, wood, quartz? Designers share their expert insight on the best material for split-level islands that offer the perfect blend of pretty and practical
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Colors for south facing living rooms - 9 perfect shades that make the most of your light-filled space
These 9 perfect colors for south facing living rooms will show off a light, bright space in all its glory, as designers explain what shades to use
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How to make your backyard feel more private - 13 ways designers create a hidden oasis
From flower-covered trellises to clever fire pit screens, these stylish ways to make your backyard feel more private are the perfect way to create an outdoor sanctuary
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Colors for north facing living rooms - 9 hues designers use to elevate spaces with little natural light
These designer-approved colors for north facing living rooms will help you create elevated schemes even when natural light is lacking
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Should the hob go in the kitchen island? Experts decide on the most sociable and space-saving design
If you're a sociable cook, a hob in the kitchen island could be just what you've been missing...
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Hold everything - these 11 flooring transitions are reinventing decor, zoning spaces and looking incredibly luxe
Color outside the lines with these amazing flooring transition ideas for a fresh take on threshold styling that zones spaces and has perfect designer decor appeal
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'They're transformative!' - 9 kitchen island centerpiece ideas designers use to elevate their schemes
From branch displays to antique objet, these kitchen island centerpiece ideas will elevate your space in an instant, giving it a designer overhaul
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7 inspiring layouts for subway tiles that all feel like brand new design trends
These inspiring layouts for subway tiles will add an instant modern edge, taking a well-loved look and turning it into something that feels like a new trend
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How to make your home smell good - 6 simple tricks to transform your space into a place where you can't wait to be
Making your home smell good will create a welcoming space for family, friends and guests alike, transforming it into an elegant and elevated space
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Should ceilings be glossy or flat? A paint expert lifts the lid on getting this vital touch just right
Should ceilings be glossy or flat? Our expert clears up any confusion on how to paint your ceilings and exactly what finish to use