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8 Ways Kitchen Designers Avoid Tricky Corner Cabinets in Their Design — And How They Make Up for Lost Storage

Discover the clever kitchen layouts and storage solutions the experts use to avoid the dreaded corner cabinet

Livingetc

Dark vs Light Kitchens — How to Know Which One You'll Actually Enjoy Living With

From mood and maintenance to light levels and longevity — these are the key factors to consider before making your final choice

Livingetc

7 Countertop Choices That Instantly Elevate (or Cheapen) Your Kitchen, According To Designers Who Have Seen It All

What to add and what to avoid for kitchen countertops that feel truly luxurious

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Sorry pink bedrooms, interior designers say these 3 alternative 'grown-up' shades are the key to a stylish bedroom in 2026

This is how to do a pink bedroom 'right', according to the experts

Ideal Home

Experts say this Scandi sleep hack is the key to a better night's sleep – especially with a heatwave on the horizon

Especially with a heatwave on the horizon

Ideal Home

Should Kitchen Cabinets Go All the Way to the Ceiling? It's Not Just About Storage — Experts Share the Factors That Will Impact Your Decision

It comes down to striking the right balance between the design of your space and how it functions

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10 Measurements Experts Say You Need to Know When Designing Your Kitchen — These Will "Shape How the Room Functions Day to Day"

From drawer depth to countertop height, consider this your expert guide to designing the perfect kitchen

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The 6 bedroom ‘sleep thieves’ experts say are ruining your sleep – and how to fix them for a better night’s rest

Are these design decisions disturbing your sleep?

Ideal Home

Experts say the 'German Doppelbett' sleep trend is one all couples should consider – it allows both partners to 'sleep max’

It allows both partners to 'sleep max’, according to the pros

Ideal Home

This Edwardian Villa in North London Nails 'Quiet Confidence' — "Where Understated Design Choices Are Lifted by Moments of Bold Expression"

Bold designs and a pared-back palette came together for a forever home that’ll easily evolve as its family grows

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This Arts & Crafts Home Was Ready for a New Chapter That Honored the History but Wasn't Restricted by It – ‘We Didn’t Want a Museum’

Musicians, astronomers, and artists all played a part in the story of this historic English home, which has begun a new chapter with the help of design studio Gunter & Co.

Homes & Gardens

I just discovered the 7 things you should *never* store under your bed – according to Feng Shui experts, they'll ruin your sleep

If you want to create more restful energy in your bedroom, avoid putting these items under your bed

Ideal Home

I Swapped From a Gas to an Induction Hob, and I Finally Understand Why Designers Keep Recommending It

My only regret is not making the swap sooner

Livingetc

‘We Literally Rebuilt the Whole House From the Inside Out’ – Explore a Small Dark London Mews That’s Been Given a Chic Contemporary Makeover

The architect and designer Nancy Gouldstone utilized arched forms and rounded furnishings to ensure every inch of this Chelsea mews house is both beautiful and functional

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This Basement Kitchen's 'Unexpected' Pantry Door Detail Makes It Feel Much Bigger and Not "Like a Cave"

A dark kitchen in more ways than one, the basement kitchen of this Edwardian house in Twickenham needed some thoughtful design interventions to fight its natural characteristics

Livingetc

Cabinetry 101 — Frames, Doors, Hinges, and What Actually Matters When Planning Your Kitchen

A no-nonsense guide to the mechanics of kitchen cabinets and why the boring bits matter

Homes & Gardens

These 5 Things Are Making Your Guest Bedroom Look Dated – Here's What Designers Say You Need to Ditch to Create an Inviting Retreat for Visitors

Treat your guests to a hotel-worthy stay in your home by eliminating these five dated decor features and doing what designers recommend, instead

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7 of the Biggest Kitchen Color Trends That Are Set to Take Over 2026 — And Why Designers Are Choosing Them for Homes Next Year

From bold teals to sensual browns, these are the kitchen colors designers are backing for the upcoming year

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Antiques meet hotel-style luxury in this renovated home

This Victorian townhouse inspired its owners' newfound passion for antiques

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This London Home Was Designed Around the Kitchen Table — By a Couple Who Cater Parties for Rock Stars — So, Of Course, It's Perfect for Hosting

Luxury event catering is their day job, so, naturally, this London couple designed their home with entertaining in mind

Livingetc

The Ultimate Guide to Decorating for Christmas — 29 Ideas From Real Homes, Decorated by Interior Stylists, That Will Elevate Your Festive Style This Year

Be bold, be brave, be merry and bright, with inspiration from these perfectly styled displays from the Livingetc archives

Ideal Home

This Georgian townhouse was brought back to life with a stylish renovation and mid-century pieces

Replacing lost features returned the charm to this classic property

Livingetc

This Period Home Hides a "Monastic Sense of Serenity" Behind Its Doors — But You'd Never Guess at First Glance

The architects behind the bold vision for this London house only take on commissions where the idea excites them — and this result speaks for itself

Livingetc

As a Baker, These Are the Oven Features I'm Manifesting for My Next Kitchen (and Now You'll Want Them, too)

Baking aficionados, gather round. These are the clever oven features that every pastry lover deserves in their life

Ideal Home

A basement extension gave this tall, skinny house extra living space

While a new sunken garden added more room outdoors

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