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Designers Explain the "Urban Aunt" Decor Trend That's Going Viral — And Makes So Much Sense Right Now

The 'Urban Aunt' look is taking off on our social media feeds, but what exactly is it? We speak to the experts

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  5 Kitchen Decor Trends for 2024 — 'The Much-Needed Finishing Touches For Your Space,' Say Experts

  These kitchen decor trends focus on those soft, subtle touches that complete the look of the space and take it from good to great

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 20 January 24

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  5 Timeless Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Combinations — These Color Pairings Will Always Work

  If you want your kitchen to look as good in a few years’ time as it does now, here are 5 timeless cabinet and countertop combinations that you won’t get bored of

  By Raluca Racasan Published 19 January 24

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  The 5 Biggest Pet Peeves Designers Have About Most Homes — How Many Are in Yours?

  It's part of an interior designer's job to notice the finer details, so we find out what might be bugging them about your home

  By Oonagh Turner Published 19 January 24

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  Box Bedroom Storage Ideas — 'Because Even the Smallest Rooms Have Hidden Opportunities,' Say Experts

  These box bedroom storage ideas will transform this petite, humble room into a practical and comfortable space ideal for all functions

  By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Published 19 January 24

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  5 Mistakes That are Making Your Kitchen Look Smaller, According to Designers

  Interior designers share the mistakes they always spot in the kitchen, and why they're actually making the space look smaller

  By Faaizah Shah Published 19 January 24

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  Color Trends 2024 – 19 Awe-Inspiring Palettes For a Fresh, Confident and Forever Stylish Home

  These color trends 2024 are a ready reckoner when it comes to designing your home. Take a look at these shades and get painting

  By Roddy Clarke Last updated 18 January 24

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  The 5 Golden Rules to Help Choose a Color for a Small Kitchen That Designers Swear by

  Not sure which way to go when it comes to choosing a color for a small kitchen? Here's how designers approach it for spaces that never feel apologetically designed

  By Luke Arthur Wells Published 18 January 24

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  This 600-Year-Old Wall Decor is Having a Renaissance in our Homes — and These 5 Examples Look Seriously Modern

  This style of wall decor might have a heritage spanning back to the 15th century, but these 5 examples prove that they can feel right for today's interiors, too

  By Oonagh Turner Published 18 January 24

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  This Decorating Idea is a Genius Way to Embrace the Scallop Trend (and a Brilliant Use for Leftover Paint!)

  A scalloped paint border will revamp your space

  By Amy McArdle Published 18 January 24

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  7 Kitchen Storage Trends That Designers say are Best Avoided

  There are plenty of storage trends that come and go in the kitchen, but which do we need to steer clear of to achieve the most efficient and beautiful kitchen?

  By Portia Carroll Published 17 January 24

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  5 Minimalist Murals That Prove This is the Coolest Wallpaper Trend of 2024

  The minimalist mural wallpaper trend is taking off this year and we think it brings real elegance to the home

  By Oonagh Turner Published 17 January 24

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  Interior Design Trends 2024 — 27 Fresh, Stylish Ways to Decorate Homes This Year

  Interior design trends 2024 herald a new way of living, with luxe textures, soothing materials, and colors and objects that elevate interiors

  By Roddy Clarke Last updated 16 January 24

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  What are the Most Popular Farrow & Ball Colors? The 5 Best-Selling Shades (and Spoiler, They're All Neutrals)

  Sometimes, the easiest way to find your dream color is take a recommendation — and these 5 Farrow & Ball paint colors are officially the biggest sellers

  By Oonagh Turner Published 16 January 24

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  The "Scallop" Curtain Trend Will Make Your Home Feel More Romantic

  We've long been in love with this trim detail, and with more retailers picking it up, it's now so easy to get the look

  By Oonagh Turner Published 15 January 24

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  6 Plants That Professional Stagers Say Will Actually Help You Sell Your Home

  if you're tired of waiting for someone to make you an offer on your home, injecting some leafy green plants may be the secret to finding a buyer…

  By Portia Carroll Published 14 January 24

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  5 Kitchen Storage Trends That Designers say Will Actually Help you Make the Most of Your Space

  These new ideas for improving your kitchen's storage might just be the key to unlocking its potential, according to designers

  By Luke Arthur Wells Published 14 January 24

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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

  By Ruth Doherty Published 14 January 24

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  5 Trends we Predict Will go Viral in 2024 – and How to Make Them Work for Your Home

  They might have started off in designer projects, but these trends are set to filter into our homes this year — and we think they'll be all over social media, too

  By Ellen Finch Published 14 January 24

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  Bouclé for Your Walls?! 5 Ingenious Wallcoverings Designers Predict We'll See More of in 2024

  Textured wallcoverings have emerged onto the scene, and the designers predict big things for these materials this year

  By Oonagh Turner Published 13 January 24

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  I've Just Discovered This Hundred-Year Old Idea for Bringing Plants Into Your Home

  The idea of a fernery might have been around for a long time, but it's something that makes so much sense in the modern home, too

  By Hugh Metcalf Published 13 January 24

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  'They're Not Going Out of Style Any Time Soon!' 5 Interior Trends Designers Say They're Going to Keep Using for 2024

  Not everything needs to be left behind in the new year. Designers say they will still be using these 5 key interior trends in 2024

  By Raluca Racasan Published 13 January 24

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  What are the Best Kitchen Backsplash for White Cabinets? Designer-Favorite Ideas to Elevate Your Scheme

  I've spoken to the designers to find out the best colors and materials to pair with your white kitchen cabinets to make the space pop

  By Oonagh Turner Published 12 January 24

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  The Outdated Furniture Trends That Designers Say You'll Really Regret Buying Into

  We speak to the interior designers to find out the furniture trends that they regret investing in in 2023

  By Oonagh Turner Published 11 January 24

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  Nate Berkus's Kitchen Uses a Cabinet Front Trend That's Such an Interesting Alternative to Glass

  Designers love this cabinet trend for a contemporary cottage-core feel, and it's set to be a big trend in 2024

  By Amy McArdle Published 10 January 24

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  This Abstract Headboard Style has Become a New Favorite With Interior Designers

  Designers are having fun with abstract headboard designs, they're a surefire way to make your bedroom so much more interesting

  By Oonagh Turner Published 9 January 24

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  Sofia Richie's Expensive-Looking Entryway is the Envy of Designers — Here's How to Recreate the Look in Your Home

  Discover how to create a celeb-worthy entryway to set the tone for your whole house

  By Amy McArdle Published 9 January 24

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  Small Living Room Layouts – 13 Clever Ways to Arrange Furniture and Maximize Space

  Small living room layouts can be tricky, as you need to consider how to fit all of your furniture. But these tricks demonstrate how easy it is to expand area, and never be short on style

  By Charlotte Luxford Last updated 8 January 24

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  Small Backyard Pool Ideas — 9 Ways to Make a Splash in the Tiniest of Spaces

  These small backyard pool ideas will show you how to have the most dreamy exteriors on a budget, in the slimmest of backyards

  By Hebe Hatton Last updated 8 January 24

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  Low Maintenance Plants for Indoor Gardening – 10 Easy Varieties Anyone Can Keep Alive

  These low maintenance plants for indoor gardening can survive almost anything, and are especially great for beginners

  By Jacky Parker Last updated 8 January 24