Latest articles by Ruth Doherty
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How to make your kitchen island look more expensive - 7 ways to easily elevate your decor
These expert-approved tips are the perfect way to make your kitchen island look more expensive and give it a high-style finish
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What's the best way to shade a patio? These 9 brilliant ideas will help you keep covered and cool in style
Looking for chic shade ideas for a patio? These pretty pergolas, awnings, shade sails and parasol designs will inspire how you keep covered
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8 DIY canopy ideas to provide shade and shelter for your backyard that can all be built in a weekend
These DIY canopy ideas will ensure you keep covered in style without blowing the budget
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DIY outdoor bench ideas - 10 sociable seats you can make yourself to elevate your alfresco space
These chic DIY outdoor bench ideas will leave you with extra budget to spend on decking, tiling, accessories and - most key - entertaining
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12 ways designers make backyards more relaxing - peace, calm and tranquility can be yours
From lighting to layering, these expert tips on how to make your backyard more relaxing will help you create a serene outdoor retreat
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Freestanding vs built-in kitchen appliances - designers on the pros, cons and choosing what's right for you
Which kitchen appliances work best as freestanding or built-in? Design experts decide on how to choose what's best for your home
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Don't buy a bathroom sink without reading this first - the expert guide to picking the perfect one
Experts share their top tips on how to buy the right bathroom sink, from materials to mounts and making sure the choice is right for you
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How can I make my kitchen more relaxing? 5 ways designers add heart, soul and calm
From natural materials to tonal color palettes, design experts reveal how to make your kitchen more relaxing in 5 easy steps
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How to avoid the biggest kitchen cabinet mistakes - designers on what they'd never do again
From the wrong dimensions to not enough research, experts reveal the common mistakes we make when choosing kitchen cabinets
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8 genius spots for a wine fridge outside the kitchen which will prove you're really living your life well
Because when is it never a good idea to have a wine fridge fill with chilled tipples and refreshments on standby?
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5 unexpected things I keep in my kitchen that make it much more organized - and you should, too
These items might seem out of place in the kitchen but they're secretly organizational and cleaning gems
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6 ways to make your bathroom look more expensive without having to splash the cash
Design experts reveal how you can elevate your bathroom for a high-end aesthetic without the hefty price tag
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10 expert tricks for organizing a bathroom closet, creating the serenity of a spa
Expert tips on how to create a clutter-free and easy-to-access bathroom closet, making your bathroom a calm and ordered place to be
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How to quickly organize, declutter and store kitchen appliances - 6 swift steps to a tidy cooking space
Expert tips for a fast and easy kitchen clear up- and how to keep it that way
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Refacing vs replacing kitchen cabinets - expert advice to help you decide how to refresh
Experts reveal the pros and cons to refacing vs replacing your kitchen cabinets for the best choice for your home and budget
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How to safely store and organize holiday decor - expert tips for stress-free seasonal packing
Learn how to store your holiday decor efficiently and you'll make unpacking it next year a simpler and easier process...
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11 spaces you can organize in 15 minutes or less - expert tips for a speedy spruce up
These are the areas that are perfect for quick and easy decluttering to create a more streamlined space
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You heard it here first - the rainbow bookshelf trend is over. Designers on what to do instead
The rainbow bookshelf trend has been beloved for years...but the design world is fickle. Here are 5 new book curation ideas to try instead
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Small bathroom ideas on a budget - 10 ways to create a beautiful bijou bathroom
Elevate a petite bathroom without breaking the bank with these stylish budget small bathroom ideas...
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The 10 best IKEA kitchen hacks for a chic space on a budget
These IKEA kitchen hacks will transform the heart of your home into a bespoke retreat without breaking the bank
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12 ways to upgrade IKEA kitchen cabinets for a luxe look on a budget
Elevate IKEA kitchen cabinets with these simple tricks that will help you create a bespoke cooking space without breaking the bank
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Closet organization ideas – 16 ways to edit and streamline your wardrobe
With these closet organization ideas make your pesky cupboard a tidy, well-lit, visually pleasing space
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How to decide if you should custom frame your art – 5 expert tips for getting your gallery wall on point
Should you invest in custom framing? From the size of the piece to the monetary value, these expert tips will help navigate the process
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Design experts on how to choose the best dining table shape for the way you want your home to feel
Choosing the right dining table shape can transform a room - here's how to get the perfect mix of form and function for your space