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Where Should the TV Go in a Small Living Room? Designers Share 5 Ideas That Let You See Your Screen *and* Your Style Clearly

Stuck on where to position your TV in a compact living room? These solutions prevent your screen from dominating your space

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Designers Say They're Already Over This One 2025 Kitchen Trend in 2026 — Here's What They're Doing Instead

The curved kitchen edges were a fan favorite in 2025, but the experts say its time may already be up...

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I Check IKEA’s Outdoor Furniture Section Every Day — These Are 12 Standout Pieces I'll Always Recommend That Are Big on Style, Not on Cost

From sofas to storage, these are the pieces that are sure to elevate your outdoor space this season, without breaking the bank

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Okay, We're Not Making These 5 Houseplant Mistakes in 2026 — They're All Outdated Ideas for Caring for Your Home's Indoor Garden

From care tips to styling choices, these ideas are no longer the best way to nurture your green thumb

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"Every Rug I've Owned Gets Ruined So Quickly" — These 'Washable Rugs' Can All Go in the Washing Machine, and the Styles Are Perfect for Homes Now

Washable rugs used to feel like the practical choice, but the latest designs are soft, stylish, and surprisingly elevated. These are the ones that make decorating high-traffic spaces feel a little less stressful.

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5 Small Bedroom Updates That Will Make Your Space Feel So Much Less Boring — According to a Stylist

These subtle, stylish additions can make your bedroom feel more layered, more personal, and far more designed, without needing a full refresh.

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This Romantic Courtyard Garden Renovation Might Be the Ultimate Space to Spend Time Outdoors — It's Warm, Enclosed, and Layered "Without Being Precious"

Full of charm and character, this beautiful bistro-inspired design has rewritten the rules for outdoor kitchens

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Designers Say This One Furniture Layout Mistake Is Shrinking Your Living Room

If you can't place your finger on why your living space feels so compact, this common furniture arrangement could be the culprit

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A Statement-Making Sofa Bed That'll Even Squeeze Into Small Living Rooms? Okay, I'm Listening

Folding out into a single bed, this sleek (and surprisingly affordable) sofa bed is way more than what meets the eye

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5 Mid-Century Kitchen Trends That Look So Right for Homes in 2026 — These Spaces Are "Inviting, Tactile, and Authentic, Rather Than Overly Polished"

With an appeal as prevalent today as it was 80 years ago, here are our favorite mid-century-inspired trends to use in your kitchen projects this year

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One of Our Favorite Interior Designers Just Launched a Candle Collaboration — 3 Delicious Italian-Inspired Scents to Make it Feel Like Euro Summer

Mulberry granita, lemon sorbet, and almond latte are on the menu with Laura Gonzalez x Acqua di Parma

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The Redesign of This Chicago Home Merges the Spirit of Travel, Handmade Craft, and Wonderfully Practical Ideas to Give It a Fresh New Life

Renovated by Set Setting Studio, the home was shaped by restrained interventions, Mexico, and a mix of old and new

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Not Your Average Kitchen Storage — These Cabinet 'Steps' Make Your Adjustable Shelves Look Like an Intentional Design Choice

Steps, 'teeth', zig-zags — no matter the name, this tiny detail is what helps make adjustable shelving feel way more design-y

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Forget Traditional Downspouts — Rain Chains Turn Downpours Into a Design Moment, While Also Conveniently Watering Your Garden

These Japanese-inspired 'chain-gutters' transform a rainy day in your garden into a sensory experience

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IKEA's Tiered Bamboo Basket Mimics a Dedicated Produce Drawer, but Without Having to Sacrifice So Much Space — Plus, It Looks Good

Specialized storage for your fruits and vegetables helps them stay fresher for longer — and often looks better, too

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This Designer Created Her Own Color System That Considers Your "Aesthetic Narrative" and How Colors Shift Three-Dimensionally

"The method of working with color at the intersection of physics, psychology, art, and narrative," she explains

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Okay, These Are the Best Outdoor Planters to Buy Right Now — They're Sculptural Pieces That Give Greenery a Proper Stage

Before anything blooms, the right planter is already shaping the garden, adding height, texture, color, and giving greenery a more intentional place to belong

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The Japanese Art of Fukinsei Only Calls for a Tiny Tweak in Your Home Styling, but the Impact Is Huge

It uses asymmetry to make an overly equipoised space look so much more interesting

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Should Kitchen Cabinets Match Your Wall Colors? There's a New Answer for 2026, According to Designers

Kitchen cabinets and walls don't need to match, but they should still feel connected, experts say

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This New Sofa Bed Is John Lewis' Take on an Internet-Famous Style That's Versatile and Comfy

With channeled upholstery, pillowy cushioning, and a genius modular design, we're convinced that this sofa is set to be a bestseller

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Interior designers debate whether a calm and collected look or a sophisticated yet dramatic scheme heightens the sense of luxury

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Le Creuset Just Added Two New Pieces to Its Lusted-After BBQ Collection (Which Work in Pizza Ovens, too)

Summer is for cooking outside, and now there are so many more possibilities

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The New Rules of Outdoor Design — 9 Landscape Designers Define the Non-Negotiables for Outdoor Spaces in 2026

Discover the elements currently defining the best and most beautiful contemporary gardens and landscapes

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3 Outdated Bedroom Trends to Avoid in 2026 for Spaces That Feel "More Elegant, Effortless, and Livable," Says This Designer

It's about promoting 'comfort and atmosphere over decorative excess' this designer says

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Where to Place Aloe Vera in the Home for Good Energy — 4 Spots That Make Its Infamous 'Spiky' Energy Work in Your Favor

With this particular plant, proper placement is crucial to prevent bad energy

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