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The collection by the London-based designer includes the Weekender Sofa, Easy Armchair and Easy Ottoman, Tubster Chair, Sussex Chair, Scroll Armchair, Oswald Chair, Big Easy Armchair and Big Easy Ottoman. See: Sofa trends 2020 - stay ahead of the curve with the latest looks for lounging Having masterminded interiors for many upscale spaces, including Soho House, Lime Wood hotel, and Beaverbrook as well as a host of private houses, Susie understands what it takes to make an exceptional interior....

State-of-the-art appliances positioned with efficiency and ease in mind will ensure professional performance for years to come, so it is imperative that you do your research and invest wisely in the best on the market. See: Kitchen ideas – decor and decorating ideas for all kitchens Here, Prominence Support (opens in new tab) – who offer cover for electrical breakdowns as well as accidental damage cover on appliances – share their expertise with Homes & Garden about the five appliances you should never buy cheaply....

Enter Tineco. Just a few years old as a company and they are already disrupting the vacuum industry in how we clean with its line up of wifi-connected vacuums that offer unique features like automatic suction control, and battery optimization, self-cleaning filters, and its most innovative feature: iLoop Smart Sensor, which detects dust and dirt. Seriously, some pretty exciting stuff. I spent the last few weeks whisking the Tineco Pure One S12 cordless vacuum (opens in new tab) around my home....

Sleep experts have revealed that this storage solution may be stopping you from sleeping better – and it may be time to rethink its placement. So, while you may limit your coffee intake before sleep and invest in the best mattress available, this surprising detail may be having a noticeable impact on your slumber. Why you should never have a shoe rack in your bedroom ‘For all of us, keeping your shoes in an accessible place in your home is important....

It can take a long time to sort through a house full of belongings, particularly if you’ve not decluttered in a while. It can be an emotional process and take a lot of energy, but with the right home decluttering tips and organization ideas, the whole process becomes a lot more manageable. ‘Finding the right decluttering tips to downsize can be difficult. Picturing life in your new, smaller home can be hard and people often move with far more than they’ll ever actually use....

Whether you have some closet organization ideas in place already or not, decluttering can be difficult to wrap your head around. It is easy to become sentimentally attached to clothes, or feel bad if something doesn’t quite fit like it used to – it is arguably the most mentally draining decluttering activity. What’s more, decluttering clothes is only one element of decluttering a closet because it tends to hold all your accessories, including shoes, too....

Over several years of scrupulous planning and construction, the house was fully restructured and given an entirely new interior layout for a large family by Richard Beard Architects. Exteriors were repaired and preserved, consistent with the Secretary of Interior Standards for the treatment of historic properties, and given a fresher and more welcoming look to a very visible corner of the neighborhood. The house design exterior was to remain in its traditional Victorian state with the front door being the first glimpse of the more modern interior you would soon enjoy as you entered....

These nooks and niches might be found by the chimney, but older homes can also feature them elsewhere in their internal architecture – as can newer houses where they’ve been planned in to add character and style. Here, we’ve curated our favorite living room alcove ideas as well as those for rooms around the home showing how these nooks can enhance any room in which they’re located. Alcove ideas Nooks and niches lend themselves to storage with style, and are perfect as a display area....

See: more inspiring house tours in our Spaces section See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property The couple moved to the area in 2014, feeling it would be an idyllic place to bring up their family. ‘We adore traditional country homes,’ says the homeowner. ‘And we loved the proportions and light of this house, and the fact that every window had a view....

A barn conversion is one of the best ways to enjoy all the delights of a country living, in a building that’s tailored to meet your every need. With expert help from a specialist architect and plenty of attention to detail, all the features and attributes of modern living can be incorporated and a barn will become a much-loved family home, ready for whatever the future has in store. Let’s start with a list of inspirational approaches to the transformation…...

No longer simply functional rooms where we could begin and end our days, bathroom décor ideas are now much more likely to be at-home wellness centers where we unwind, escape, rejuvenate and repair – and this has had a big effect on not just how bathrooms look but how we design them. Here, we’ve put together the best bathroom ideas to allow you to use Feng Shui principles in your space, together with advice from designers who follow its philosophy in their projects....

Beautiful botanicals, soporific hues and Japandi influences are three trends that work to create a reposeful retreat – and are a great place to start if you are looking for restful bedroom wallpaper ideas. Abby Hesketh, Color Expert at Graham & Brown (opens in new tab), says: ‘In a space as personal as the bedroom it is important to choose colors that are reflective of your personality. That being said we are expecting to see more blues and greens creeping into the bedroom color scheme....

Enter Little Greene’s Director, David Mottershead, whose ‘drenching’ technique is becoming a favorite amongst designers and homeowners alike. However, be warned: this is among the most daring color trends of the season. So, what does color drenching involve? And can David convince you to experiment with this statement craze? Here, he reveals what you need to know – and how your small room will benefit. Color drenching is the process of choosing one color and painting it across multiple surfaces in one space....

Curtains work brilliantly at pulling a scheme all together, they can hold colors and patterns found in the rest of the room and create a unified, cohesive look with one swift swish. They can also be used to help accentuate the height of a room, the appearance of average windows, and adding much needed texture to a plain and simple space. When planning window treatment ideas, curtains can bring in beautiful texture, color and pattern, as well as act as simple and neutral coverings, so whether you want a subtle touch that no one really notices, or a stand-out focal point, there are many options for all....

The country look is a precise one – typically based on natural materials and a neutral color palette. However, this does not mean that it needs to be bland and devoid of character. Interior designer Sarah Ward from Ward & Co (opens in new tab)shares her top room color ideas, interior design tips, and decorating ideas for adding an accent color to a country interior. 1. Start with the bare bones When it comes to country decorating ideas, first look at the natural light, ceiling height, room function, and access....

As more of us try to cut energy bills, working out the basic costs of all of our home appliances has become commonplace, with a lot of appliances shocking us with their energy consumption – both for the worst and the better. Here, experts have explains how you can work out how much it costs to run a dishwasher, and how much it costs to wash your dishes by hand, so that you can make the best choice with trying to save money at home....

In her monthly column, she brings a deeper insight into her world, and what it’s like to live in Norfolk, a county on the UK’s east coast. Here, she shares the rituals, traditions and Easter decorating ideas – some new, some passed down the family – that bring happiness and hope at this time. Childhood Easters ‘As with many things in life, there were two sides to the coin when it came to celebrating Easter during my youth....

While the first reception room may be the place for more formal living room ideas aimed at hosting guests, a family room is the part of the house where movie nights reign supreme, the kids can indulge in their favorite board games, and the whole family can relax in each other’s company. If your home has just one dedicated family room, you’ll need to work out how to balance even more eventualities – luckily, we’ve pulled together a whole host of solutions to make any living area fit for the whole household....

Complementing the facade of the house is important, but so, too, is the note the color will strike, be it cheerful and welcoming or more formal and classic. The principles of Feng Shui might also influence color selection of your front door ideas and the maintenance needs of a particular choice will likely come into play, too. Here, we’ve gathered a host of beautiful front door colors both classic and contemporary in their effect for inspiration and asked the experts to share their advice as well....

The ultimate entertainment station, a garden bar will become an enjoyable al fresco hub for your family and guests to come together and appreciate all year round. If you’ve been contemplating outdoor kitchen ideas for your garden, then these stylish garden bars could be the perfect addition to your sociable outside space. Garden bar ideas These glorious garden bar ideas, including backyard bars, serving sheds, bespoke beer gardens and courtyard garden cocktail lounges, will help you raise your garden party game whatever your budget....