Curves Are the Answer to a Soft, Lived-In Kitchen – Here's How Designers Use Them to Create a Timeless Look

These small details help to create a cooking space that feels more inviting, free from all the sharp corners and harsh edges that once dominated these rooms. It's a kitchen trend that designers say is key to creating the…

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I scarified my lawn in under 20 minutes with this electric tool – and now I'll never go back to doing it manually

The Vonhaus Lawn Scarifier & Aerator 1500W has been on my wishlist for a while, and last weekend, after months of dry weather, I finally got to use it. I’m not sure I’ll ever go back to a manual scarifier now – it made…

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Energy bills in Great Britain forecast to jump by £276 a year from January

The government's cap on energy prices is poised to jump by 16%, equivalent to adding £276 to the average annual dual-fuel bill to take it to £1,999, according to the leading forecaster Cornwall Insight. The latest blow…

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Richard E. Grant uses stunning hedging to zone his magical garden – it’s ideal for providing year-round colour

His eye for interior design means he has curated one of Ideal Home’s favourite celebrity homes , and his garden is no exception. In fact, his use of topiary to zone his outdoor space is a great example for anyone…

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You've Heard of Dopamine Decor, Now Meet Dopamine Storage – 16 Fun Organizers to Brighten Your Home

However, that doesn't mean it needs to sacrifice form. Why shouldn't your storage pieces add something more to your home than a place to organize items? They could be used to add color, shape, pattern, and interest. And…

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Jennifer Aniston’s 'Glowing' Stone Countertop Shows How to Give a Bathroom That Expensive, Five-Star Feel

The 20th-century home retains the character of its mid-century roots, while its interiors have been thoughtfully reimagined as a highly personal retreat. Working with interior designer Stephen Shadley, Aniston spent two…

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George and Amal Clooney's Italian Patio is a Tutorial in Warm Minimalist Outdoor Design – It's Elegant, yet Understated

However, the challenge comes in with making this style feel as interesting and layered as brighter colors. The covered porch on George and Amal Clooney's Lake Como palazzo, Villa Oleandra , is a masterclass. Rather than…

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What To Plant In October for Flowers, Vegetables, and Bulbs that Will Establish Beautifully Before Winter Arrives

Plant spring bulbs, cool-season vegetables, hardy perennials, deciduous trees, shrubs, and bare-root roses while the soil is still warm enough to make roots but the air is cool enough to stop plants throwing a tantrum.…

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I Have Nowhere to Store My Tender Plants Over Winter – This Clever Pop-Up Shelter Protects Them Without Taking Up Space

But, without a greenhouse or lots of indoor space to store tender plants over winter, it can be a struggle to figure out where to keep my most vulnerable plants. That's where pop-up plant frost tents come in. It's an…

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Sarah Paulson’s Small Kitchen Is a Masterclass in Making White Feel More Interesting – All It Takes Is One Extra Color

In Sarah Paulson ’s small kitchen, designer Amy Kehoe takes a more considered approach, using green in a variety of shades, materials and decorative details to give the crisp white scheme depth and personality. Rather…

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