Whether you choose exotic stone countertops or feature it on walls, floors or sanitaryware, it’s a look that is timeless and will bring instant wow-factor to your scheme. Use pale stones for understated glamor, or darker hues to add richness and stand-out appeal. We asked bathroom experts for their take on this look – and how to get the very best results. For more beautiful bathroom ideas, don’t miss our dedicated page....
Whether you want a compact chopper to make speedy dips, or something capable of preparing large family meals, these food processor savings will have something that’s right for you. We’ve got you covered if you’re looking for a powerful upgrade or simply want to invest in the best for your first ever food processor, Here at Homes & Gardens we’ve tested a range of food processors, and so you can trust our picks of the best food processor deals on offer....
Using the best home fragrances, you can harness scent to ‘zone’, dividing your day and channeling the mood you need to work, wind-down, exercise or relax. Michelle Feeney, founder of clean fragrance pioneer Floral Street (opens in new tab), says: ‘Many homes have become offices or workspaces and rooms are entertainment hubs or family pods. ‘Having to realize so many functions can make it challenging to separate moments in your life and maximize your time....
A home office setup needs to take into account demands different from those we’re used to considering when designing kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and living spaces. And working from home setup ideas also have to achieve a careful balance so that it is a space conducive to work but also looks like an integral part of a home. Here, we provide expert advice and inspiration on how to design a home office that you can combine with your other home office ideas whether you’re calling in an interior designer, or creating the room yourself....
Amongst these decor decisions might be whether you are buying the best pillows, but you should also consider whether you have the correct number of pillows, too. It’s a highly personal choice, but one that’s vital to get right, if, experts underline, you want to sleep better. So, while you may have found a therapeutic paint color and the best mattress for an optimum night’s sleep, it’s equally important to get your soft furnishings right....
Chris Scott, Joint MD, Mascot Bespoke (opens in new tab), says: ‘Wet rooms are now a staple feature of most luxury developments and refurbishments. Well-travelled clients, often time-poor, are looking to recreate that five-star luxury hotel spa experience within their own homes.’ So how much does it cost to install a wet room? As with all other bathroom ideas, installation costs for wet rooms really depend on how much reworking of pipework is needed, whether new drainage needs installing, the awkwardness of the configuration of the room, and its size, fittings and finishes....
Functionally, every bedroom including the principal, those of each family member, and guest rooms should promote the restful and restorative sleep that is vital to good health. But unlike the shared spaces of a home, bedrooms can suit the taste and needs of one or two people, and allow a highly individual look to be created. They can maximize comfort, too, to promote relaxation, and they’re the rooms for which you can make more luxurious furnishing choices because they won’t be subject to the wear and foot traffic of other areas of the home....
There are so many pretty candle jars available, from intricate glass designs to rustic stoneware pieces. In fact, we might even admit to having purchased a candle or two based on the aesthetics of the jar over the candle’s scent. If you’re looking for a new candle, then the best luxury candles and the best home fragrances will help to inspire you to instantly transform your home’s mood. How to get candle wax out of jars Once you’ve reached the point where the wick is burnt out, you need to know how to get candle wax out of jars....
A staple of Thai and Vietnamese cooking, lemongrass is renowned for its citrusy aroma and zingy taste. While it is a herb, lemongrass is not commonly found in herb gardens, despite being surprisingly easy to grow. Yes, that’s right, you can grow your own lemongrass as part of your vegetable garden ideas. Originating from the tropical climes of Sri Lanka and South India, lemongrass thrives in constant heat, meaning that in most parts of the US and Europe it is best grown in containers that can be moved to the sunniest spot of the garden – and into a greenhouse or indoors when the weather gets colder....
Quick and easy to grow, you could be enjoying spinach leaves within six to eight weeks of planting. With many different varieties to choose from, if you plan carefully, and sow different types successionally, you could enjoy the green nutritious leaves year round. An ideal crop for vegetable garden container ideas, spinach can be grown as cut-and-come-again baby leaves to enjoy in salads or sandwiches, or leave the leaves to grow larger and mature to use in cooking, such as to add to pasta dishes or use as a side vegetable....
Due to its durability and longevity, leather is a firm favorite when it comes to upholstery. Leather also ages beautifully making it the perfect investment piece. A leather couch is always on trend and picking a neutral shade ensures it will always go with your scheme. However, leather can be prone to damage – including scratches. We’ve asked the experts and collated their advice to ensure that you know how to keep your couch looking its absolute best....
The first step of this project has been working with the Design Research Studio, the design and innovations studio at the heart of Tom Dixon for the exhibition at Chelsea Flower Show, aptly named ‘Gardening will save the world’. The garden will demonstrate how people can contribute to the movement of growing at home, and make a difference to reducing food waste, as well as broadcasting the beauty and functional importance of horticulture, through both traditional knowledge and the latest in growing innovation....
The Canadian-born actress, known for her part in the previously mentioned movie franchise, alongside The Hobbit and South of Heaven, shared a photo at her sink, surrounded by ‘beautiful smelling soap’ that – she says – makes her feel blessed. ‘I feel so lucky to be able to stand at a sink with running, warm water, and beautiful smelling soap, and wash my dishes and let my mind wander,’ Evangeline says....
Julianna Eriksen, Real Estate Agent at Engel & Völkers Scottsdale, says: ‘This sprawling property offers absolute privacy and sensational panoramic views over the vast Arizona desert. ‘With its windows made from bulletproof glass and many exclusive features, the extravagant residence is like something out of an action movie in itself.’ See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The vast 9,000sqft designer mansion has five bedrooms, six bathrooms, an infinity pool and outdoor kitchen, a private spa, a home cinema, and guesthouse in the grounds....
Recently, we discovered his favorite shade of the color that is on everybody’s minds at the moment – green. The shade that has graced our interiors so prominently this year shows no signs of wavering in popularity as we continue to look for ways to drench our homes in natural elements that provoke feelings of escapism and renewal. With so many emerald tones on the market, though, we can only welcome Bobby’s expertise about which shade works best in our kitchens....
Joanna’s affair with green paint is long-standing; in 2017 she described the green, white, and black color palette that has become something of a signature ’the story of my life.’ Green room ideas have become a permanent feature of Joanna’s style, especially since she launched her own paint range for Magnolia. With the new season of Fixer Upper launching on Friday, we can’t wait to feast our eyes on more interiors beautifully curated and revamped by Joanna and Chip....
Interior design is something of an art – and the best schemes are usually created with professional input, though you needn’t hire a decorator to get it. We talked to renowned interior designer Kelly Wearstler about using scale in interior design. Renowned for her dramatic but liveable schemes, she offers her invaluable insight, below. 1. Use scale to create contrast ‘When working with scale in a room, what you’re really trying to do is create a beautiful tension,’ says Kelly Wearstler....
Choosing the right lighting ideas for your home, from fixture placements, materials, colors and styles, is hugely important, both practically and decoratively. Lighting can transform how a room looks and feels, and helps to make our homes feel more warm, comforting and of course, functional. From sculptural, statement pieces to smart lighting and bespoke fittings, these are just some of the lighting trends our experts have predicted will set the design world alight for 2023....
Of course, outdoor tile has a lot more to stand up to than those you would lay in an interior, with extremes of temperature to cope with along with the action of the weather. Opt for the wrong type of tile and damage can occur and their looks can be spoiled. See: Garden patio ideas – for a welcoming outdoor living space So, which types of outdoor tile can be used for the exterior of your home that will prove hard wearing, safe underfoot, and lastingly handsome?...
This is only the second time ever that Pantone has made the bold move of naming two Colors of the Year. ‘The selection of two independent colors highlight how different elements come together to express a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting, conveying the idea that it’s not about one color or one person, it’s about more than one,’ says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute....
