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5 Ways to Add a Pantry to Even the Smallest of Kitchens — "A Little Creativity Adds So Much Storage"

Designers know how to add a pantry to a small kitchen - and they don't involve getting rid of something else to make room. The secrets to extra storage

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  These Are The 10 Coziest Living Rooms of 2023 - That I'm Putting On My 2024 Moodboard

  Make your living room the heart of the home with carefully considered touches that contribute to an atmospheric and tranquil space

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 25 December 23

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  These are the 5 Best IKEA Hacks We Found This Year to Inspire Your DIYs in 2024 and Beyond

  If you're looking to spark some creativity, look no further than these genius furniture hacks

  By Lilith Hudson Published 24 December 23

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  I'm a Livingetc Editor - These Are the 5 Best Living Rooms I've Seen in 2023 (and I've Seen Hundreds!)

  I've seen hundreds of beautiful living rooms this year, but these are the stand out spaces that really caught my eye

  By Oonagh Turner Published 24 December 23

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  I'm re-decorating my dining room in 2024 – these are the 10 designer spaces on my moodboard

  These stunning dining rooms designed by top experts from around the world showcase brilliant use of color, materials, and finishes to make this room feel like the paragon of good taste

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 24 December 23

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  How To Make Your Powder Room Look Expensive - 6 Ways Designers Add Instantly Luxe Vibes

  Knowing how to make your powder room look expensive means you can ake a big impact in this compact space. Follow the lead of the designers who get it right

  By Tessa Pearson Published 24 December 23

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  8 Choices to Make When Remodeling That Will Make Your Kitchen Look so Much More Expensive

  From ceiling-height units to statement countertops and a curated choice of appliances, these tricks will create a luxury look

  By Lindsay Blair Published 23 December 23

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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

  By Ruth Doherty Published 23 December 23

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  5 Things to do With That Awkward Corner in Your Bathroom to Take the Space From Boring to Beautiful

  That underused space might be the key to a hotel-like luxury in your bathroom – here are five ways to use it to elevate your space

  By Ellen Finch Published 22 December 23

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  5 Paint Ideas for Chair Rails That Will Take This Feature From Ordinary to Inspiring

  Want to elevate the look of your chair rails? These clever paint ideas will help you enhance this decorative element

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 22 December 23

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  The 8 Rules for Dark Entryways — How Designers Perfect the Art of the Moody First Impression

  Dark entryways set the tone for a luxe, inviting home - but they're not as easy to get right. These 8 rules are the ones designer swear by

  By Faaizah Shah Last updated 22 December 23

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  Home Bars Are Becoming a Must-Have For Hosts — Here's All You Need to Know to Set up Your Own

  Up your hosting game this festive season and embrace entertaining at home with your own glitzy bar – here's all you need to know about installing your own

  By Oonagh Turner Published 21 December 23

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  It's Decided — Designers Say These 15 Paint Colors Will be the Biggest Decorating Trends of 2024

  Interior designers and color experts pick the paint colors that are going to define 2024

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 21 December 23

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  Forget Watching TV - Here are 3 Ways to Make Your Living Room Better to Read in

  A living room with a reading corner has become a design staple and is more commonly seen nowadays. So what's the ideal way to design this space that merges socialization and reading

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 20 December 23

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  What Neutral Wall Color Should I Pick in 2024? These are the Big Neutral Color Trends, Say Designers

  The phrase ‘new neutrals’ has been thrown around but what is the best neutral shade to pick for 2024? Experts share their thoughts…

  By Becca Cullum-Green Published 20 December 23

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  'I'm a Minimalist and This is How I Decorate for Christmas' — 3 Last-Minute, Low Effort Ideas for a Festive Home

  Get into the holiday spirit with simple and sleek decorating flourishes that complement your minimalist interior

  By Katie Baxter Published 19 December 23

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  'I'd Never Think to Choose That for a Kitchen!' 5 Times Designers Surprised us With Kitchen Color Choices

  Forget basic white kitchens, designers are taking big swings when choosing color palettes for cabinetry and walls

  By Portia Carroll Published 19 December 23

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  This Retro Pattern has Been one of the Biggest Trends of 2023, and Designers say it’s set to Carry Through to 2024

  The retro stripe is going nowhere in 2024, say designers

  By Amy McArdle Published 18 December 23

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  5 Decor Ideas To Transform a Windowless Bathroom — "It'll Feel So Energizing"

  Discover designers' top tricks for adding warmth and character to these light-deprived windowless bathrooms that can be so difficult to add life to

  By Tessa Pearson Published 17 December 23

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  3 Ways The Gifting Pros Want You to Wrap This Christmas - 'These Styles Are Having a Moment!'

  A lot of thought goes into a beautifully wrapped gift, but it can be quite tricky to get right. We speak to experts for their top styling tips

  By Katie Baxter Published 17 December 23

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  5 Ways to Make a Plain White Bathroom Interesting — Including Easy Fixes You Can do Right Now

  A plain white bathroom needn't be boring – from textural tiles to finessed finishing touches, these elements will elevate your space

  By Ellen Finch Published 17 December 23

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  6 Sofa Trends Designers are Leaving Behind in 2023 and What They're Using Instead

  If you want an in-vogue living room in 2024, these are the sofa trends designers urge you to avoid

  By Lilith Hudson Published 17 December 23

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  Design Soothsayers Have Finally Revealed a Kitchen Trend That Will Take Over 2024

  Say hello to "rough luxury" - the kitchen trend that combines elegant materials with raw, rustic ones for a look that feels expensive yet friendly, too

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 17 December 23

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  3 Viral Napkin Folding Tricks — So Easy, But So Impressive

  If you're planning on hosting this season, refining your napkin folding might be just the ticket to elevating your dining table set-up

  By Oonagh Turner Published 16 December 23

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  The Christmas Dinner Party Tick List — 8 Table Decor Ideas Design Experts Think Are 'Non-Negotiables'

  Looking to hone your hosting skills this festive season? People who have perfected Christmas dining have these 8 things on their tables

  By Oonagh Turner Published 15 December 23

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  5 Unique Things to Hang On Your Walls That Give Your Home Instant Personality and Artistic Charm

  Wall decor doesn’t have to belong in a frame. Design experts share their favorite objects to give your walls a unique lift

  By Kate Hollowood Published 15 December 23

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  6 Safe Ways for Renters to Personalize Their Apartment, According to Interior Designers

  These renter-friendly tricks will make any space feel like home

  By Amy McArdle Published 15 December 23

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  7 Perfect Color Schemes for Open Plan Kitchen and Living Spaces — The Secrets Designers Use for Balance

  Choosing the color schemes for open plan kitchen and living spaces can be a tricky blend, unless you follow these expert designer secrets to get them right

  By Faaizah Shah Published 15 December 23

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  5 Foolproof Kitchen Color Combinations Designers Love for 2024 - You Simply Can't Go Wrong

  These foolproof kitchen palettes range from bright and bold to soft and subtle, but having been devised by top interior designers and architects you can't go wrong with them

  By Tessa Pearson Published 14 December 23

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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

  By Ruth Doherty Last updated 13 December 23