Interior Design
Welcome to the home of Interior Design. Find expert advice on every aspect of good design – be it furniture and upholstery, curtains and blinds, and how to use color at home
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The best color schemes for your home based on your Zodiac sign, as chosen by the experts
Here's how your sign affects your color personality, as told by the AstroTwins
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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6 snug room mistakes – expert advice on how to fix issues with furniture and layout
Where are we going wrong? Interior designers put right our snug room mistakes to create a better, cozier space
By Karen Darlow • Published
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This genius ‘capsule decluttering’ trick helped to cut back my wardrobe with one simple rule
I explain how to follow the capsule decluttering rule for cutting back on clutter and keeping tabs on your wardrobe, as well as why it works to prevent shopping regret
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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6 bedroom cleaning hacks that don’t work – and what to do instead
Cleaning experts have revealed the 6 bedroom cleaning hacks that are not cleaning our spaces as well as we think they do, and explain what we should be doing instead
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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This paint edger tool saved me hours of painting time – and I would never redecorate without it
Here's why I think this cutting-in product should be a part of every painter's tool kit for redecorating any sized room
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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10 small living room organizing mistakes – and how to avoid them
Familiarize yourself with these small living room slip-ups ahead of organizing, so you don’t make the same mistakes…
By Tara King • Published
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Should you paint your ceiling the same color as your walls? We ask the experts
From impactful, color-drenched designs to spaces that celebrate beautiful contrasts, we explore whether your ceilings and walls should match
By Zara Stacey • Published
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Small bedroom organization tips from a studio dweller – 5 rules I always follow for a tidy space
The best organizing secrets I use in my small space, as someone who isn't naturally tidy
By Millie Hurst • Published
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What color is replacing white? This go-to neutral is a surprising but beautiful choice for 2023, say designers
Anything but dull or dated: why brown is the 'new neutral' you should consider for your home
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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What color should I paint my walls if my furniture is gray? 5 colors favored by designers
For a harmonious design scheme, we ask the experts to share their favorite wall colors to pair with gray furniture; from classic white to warming yellow
By Zara Stacey • Published
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'Pretty, frilly and floral' – the new decorating trend is set to make waves in 2023, according to designers
Interior design pros reveal their top tips for this season's biggest design trend: all things pretty, frilly, and floral
By Ashley Chalmers • Published
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5 outdated lighting trends designers say to avoid – and the designs and techniques to use, instead
From color temperature to material, design experts reveal the top 5 outdated lighting trends – and how to create the perfect lighting scheme for your space
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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How to organize a closet without hangers – 8 expert tips to make use of awkward space
Professional home organizers have explained how you can organize a closet practically without hangers or needing to iron everything before wearing it
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Is it good to sleep on the floor? Mattress expert confirms what's best for your back
There are some benefits, but also health risks to sleeping on the floor – find out what is the best surface to sleep on according to the experts.
By Louise Oliphant • Published
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Where to store throw pillows at night
These interior designer recommendations on where to store throw pillows at night will ensure yours remain in good shape for daytime display
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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Why 'quiet luxury' is the latest interior trend for 2023 – 6 reasons why I am already converted
From subtle color palettes to sustainable materials and natural influences, we spoke to the design experts to find out why 'quiet luxury' is set to take over
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Designers share the 6 rug colors to avoid – and which colors work every time
To help you choose the perfect rug for your space, learn which colors are in – and which are no longer favored by the design experts
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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Italian furniture trends 2023 – we report from Salone del Mobile on what caught our eye
We report from Salone del Mobile in Milan on Italian furniture trends in 2023, which are bound to influence how we furnish our homes, wherever we live
By Lucy Searle • Published
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Designers reveal the 5 mistakes to avoid when decorating with gray – and what to do instead
From rooms that feel too cool and uninviting, to a lack of colorful contrast, learn what to avoid when decorating with this popular neutral
By Zara Stacey • Published
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6 dirty, hidden areas of the living room we forget to clean, according to experts
We asked cleaning experts for the hidden areas of a living room that everyone forgets to clean. These are the hotspots they suggest tackling in a deep clean
By Ashley Chalmers • Published
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Cool color schemes – how and when to use color for bright spaces, according to design experts
Want to play it cool with your décor? Interior designers share their advice on cool color schemes to help you get it right
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Warm color schemes – how and when to use color for cozy spaces, according to design experts
These tips for designing a warm color scheme for a cozy, welcoming space are designer-approved
By Karen Darlow • Published
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How to hide a washer and dryer – interiors experts on keeping laundry appliances out of sight
Interior design experts share tips and tricks for keeping your laundry space from becoming your home's focal point by telling us how to hide a washer dryer
By Ashley Chalmers • Published
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The biggest family room mistakes you can make according to designers – and how to avoid them
A family room is one of the hardest working rooms in the home, so it's important to get the design spot on...
By Hebe Hatton • Published
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12 top interior painting tips from experts – for a flawless, fabulous finish
Professional painters share their best interior painting tips to ace your room renovations without the need for a contractor
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Outdated storage trends – 5 overdone looks that designers like to avoid, and here's why you should too
Is your storage dating your design? We spoke to a few of our favorite interiors people to find out how to add storage with style, and what to avoid
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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What colors go with cream? 8 complementary colors for this neutral favorite
From rich reds to beautiful blues, explore the best accent colors to use with this soothing and enduring neutral
By Zara Stacey • Published
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Pilling sheets? Here's how to prevent your bedding from pilling, and the best fabrics to invest in, according to an expert
Find out how to prevent, and remove pilling sheets in this expert-led guide, and the best anti-pilling sheets so you never have to struggle again
By Louise Oliphant • Published
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How to pick the right wall color for your trim – and the key expert trick to know
Paint experts explain how to pick the right wall color by checking the new color against your trim, and what to do if you miss this key step
By Chiana Dickson • Published