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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How to prepare for spring cleaning – 6 steps professionals always take for a thorough job
Professional cleaners share the 6 things they do to prepare for spring cleaning
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to create rhythm in interior design – the 5 rules to remember
To help create a sense of movement and flow in your home, learn from the experts on how to create rhythm in interior design
By Zara Stacey • Published
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How to create balance in interior design – the 7 rules to follow for a successful scheme
Creating balance is one of the most important interior design principles, but how do you do it? We speak to the experts
By Zara Stacey • Last updated
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5 items not to store on your nightstand, according to designers
Interior designers say these 5 things should be banished from our bedside tables
By Millie Hurst • Last updated
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How can I make my small room look expensive? 7 luxurious designs – and clever tricks – that make a space sing
Making a room that is small in stature look expensive – and luxurious – is a design goal everyone wants to achieve. We spoke to a few of our favorite interiors people to find out their secrets
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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How to create repetition in interior design – 7 ideas for decorating success
Designers share with us how best to use this important interior design principle in the home – and it's ever so simple
By Zara Stacey • Published
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What are the best dark colors for small rooms? Design experts shed some light
Want to go dark in a small room? We asked the experts for advice on the best dark colors for smaller rooms
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Decor trends that make your home look more luxurious – 9 ways to take your space from drab to delightful
From using symmetry to crafting social spaces, we speak to design experts to find out how to make your home look more luxurious and expensive
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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How deep should a closet be? The optimum dimensions for a bespoke wardrobe, according to experts
Experts reveal the optimum closet depth dimensions for a perfectly designed custom wardrobe...
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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6 coffee table alternatives that will allow you to break free from the restraints of traditional design
Switch up your furniture choices and embrace a unique coffee table alternative in your home
By Zara Stacey • Published
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Small bedroom ideas – 20 ways to max out your space and style ambitions
Use these small bedroom ideas to make the most out of your tiny space and to create a practical but relaxing sleep room
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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Should small rooms be painted in light or dark colors? Design experts share some surprising advice
Read the latest advice from designers on whether small rooms should be painted in light or dark colors
By Karen Darlow • Published
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What is Lagom? The Swedish path to a balanced life at home explained
In a world of extremes, Lagom is here to offer a more balanced approach to our homes
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Decorating above a sofa – 7 transformative ways to turn this blank space into a decorative focal point
These expert ways for decorating above sofas are beautiful, timeless, and easy to recreate at home
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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Bed frame types – how to choose the best bed for you
Discover the bed frame that fits your room and suits your style. This is the essential guide
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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5 things in your bedroom to get rid of right now, according to pro organizers
These are the top things in your bedroom to get rid of immediately, according to experts...
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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Mattress size chart – how to pick the right option
Sleep well with a mattress that’s the perfect fit. These are the dimensions you need to know
By Sarah Warwick • Published
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I'm a style editor, and these are the 5 timeless home decor trends that I hope will endure beyond 2023
From a confident use of color to outdoor influences, here are the interior trends that I hope will always be a part of the interior design zeitgeist
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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8 great reasons to make your bed every day, according to sleep specialists
Sleep experts explain the 8 reasons you should make your bed each day
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Experts warn these bed-making mistakes could affect your sleep – here is how to get it right
Experts share the most common bed-making mistakes they see and how to fix them
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Decorating mistakes that make small rooms look darker – and 5 rules to ensure your home remains light, bright, and spacious
We spoke to a few of our favorite interior designers to find out their solutions for increasing light in a small room – and the mistakes to avoid
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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Beds without headboards – 5 alternative designs that prove you don't always need a headboard
These beds without headboards will transform your bedroom and create beautiful focal points elsewhere. Interior design experts share their secrets
By Jennifer Ebert • Published
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I'm a neat freak – these are my 6 tricks for cleaning my room fast
I wouldn't leave my bedroom without doing these six things, and it only takes me 10 minutes
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Does a coffee table make a room look bigger or smaller? Design experts share a magic formula
What effect can a coffee table have on your space? Interior designers share their tips and a design secret to help you get it right
By Karen Darlow • Published
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Interior design mistakes that make a home feel smaller – and 8 simple rules that designers say will increase the sense of space
We spoke to a few of our favorite interiors people to find out their solutions for increasing space in a small room – and the mistakes to avoid
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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7 couch alternatives that are just as cozy and comfortable as a sofa
Don't settle for a settee, explore our favorite couch alternatives for a more creative take on living room seating
By Zara Stacey • Published
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How often should you replace your carpet? We ask the experts
Is your carpet looking a little tired? Find out how often you should be replacing it and how to prolong its lifespan
By Zara Stacey • Published
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10 perfect ways to store purses, according to professional organizers
Pretty purses are for more than just everyday practicality, put them on display with these perfectly practical organizing methods
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How often should you rotate a mattress? Here's why getting it right is crucial
How often you should rotate and flip your mattress might surprise you, but doing so will extend its lifespan
By Bridget Mallon • Published