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In bedroom feng shui, something as simple as a bed’s headboard is thought to have a drastic impact on energy flows and positive manifestation and the wrong one can lead to negative energies or insufficient support. It is important, too, to have the optimal feng shui bedroom layout to increase any positive effects. And if you’re wondering about the meaning of feng shui, it is a belief system that is used in interior design to place furniture in relation to the flow of chi energy....

The luxury online marketplace 1stdibs, surveyed over 750 interior designers to reveal the color trends that will be dominating our homes in 2022, but also the colors we will be turning away from. Least popular colors in 2022 1stDibs (opens in new tab) revealed that it was primary and secondary colors that are soon to be falling out of fashion. Millennial pink, tangerine, light yellow, violet, and bright red were all found to be the least popular colors for 2022....

As gardening guru Gardener Scott (and other experts explain), people often assume that a raised garden bed has ‘magical properties,’ meaning you don’t need to maintain it. This couldn’t be further from the truth, he says in this video (opens in new tab). ‘You still need to garden in your raised bed just like anywhere else in the landscape.’ So what do you need to watch out for so that you boost not damage your vegetable garden ideas?...

‘We believe that design should support a sense of balance and well-being, and should fit seamlessly into your life,’ says Tamar. We speak to Tamar Kestenbaum about the design project. My client, Jennifer Hunter, was preparing to send her daughter off to college and relocate to the city from a large property in Yakima, Washington. She had owned this condo for some time, and wanted to take on a full remodel with the goal of making the space feel well designed and highly functional for a new city-living lifestyle....

But to be clear, a requirement doesn’t translate into an ’easy to find’ – there are hundreds if not thousands of magnificent throw blankets on the market, so narrowing down the choice is a must. You can do this by working out how texture, material, and pattern rank in your order of importance. For example, do you consider the material as the most significant constituent? Will, you dedicate hours mulling over a buttery-smooth luxurious model over a thick, warm wool selection?...

See: Small living room decor ideas – clever ways to plan and decorate a small space The 39-year-old interior designer, who is celebrating the launch of his debut furniture collection with A.R.T. Furniture (opens in new tab) (above and below), says the line honors the evolution of the design styles that have inspired his career. ‘From mid-century styling, with an affinity for clean lines and tailored details to Art Deco touches that makes the collection feel playful, it is very much a collection that showcases so much of what I love about design,’ he tells H&G....

Model-turned author Chrissy Teigen and EGOT-award-winning singer John Legend are now primarily based in Los Angeles where they have acquired some of the world’s best homes. Other notable properties include this Beverly Hills mansion that was on the market last year. Back on the East Coast, their current New York listing combines 6,100-plus square feet of living space and a separate rooftop terrace – with views of Downtown Manhattan’s skyline as standard....

Renowned as a neighbourhood crammed with some of the world’s best homes, you could say this one is a house fit for a prince (fresh or otherwise) – but more accurately, it’s home to a financier, their young family, and a pretty impressive wine collection. Recently renovated by Evens Architects and redesigned by interiors guru Windsor Smith, the house has been shaped around the passions and hobbies of its owners, with spaces for eating, drinking and entertaining of paramount importance, and styled with nostalgic flair....

Perhaps this is because he is (remarkably) a self-taught designer? Perhaps it is the years of experience in his former illustrious career in advertising where he reached the dizzy heights of Head of International Operations Saatchi and Saatchi Bates Worldwide before discovering his passion and talent for interior design. Undoubtedly it is because he has a tremendous appetite for travel and different cultures and a voracious curiosity for life-long learning....

These eco houses are beautiful inside and out – and each has an extraordinary location, too. Most, as you would expect, nestle within natural surroundings, but we have chosen one eco house that is in one of the world’s biggest cities, and another that is within easy reach of New York, too. There are links out to the designers, architects or companies involved in their design – we highly recommend visiting their sites to see more of their astounding projects… but only after you have browsed our list....

Constructed of huge pieces of dressed Yorkshire gritstone, the ancient Yeoman Clothiers farmhouse, dating back to 1575, had not been lived in for 10 years and its most recent renovations were made in the 1960s. Wendy and Thomas began a major renovation of the listed property. This included wheeling barrow after barrow of clay outside the house as they excavated the floor to prepare it for underfloor heating. ‘It was the most laborious job,’ says Wendy, ‘but we preferred to keep modern additions, such as radiators, to a minimum....

Silky-white sand beaches, stunning sunsets and a sheltered bayside retreat are at your fingertips on this nearly 2.5 acre compound. Originally built in 1995, this private beach property offers four bedrooms plus den, a separate guest house and two indoor parking bays. The two contiguous bay-front lots are home to an astounding 75-foot floating deep-water concrete dock, chickee hut, four bedroom guest bungalow, two bedroom carriage house and three indoor parking bays set amidst a canopy of majestic banyan trees....

These designs truly are works of art and fulfill the company’s mission ‘to create defining decorative arts of our time’. Intrigued? We’ve got all you need to know about the creative talents behind Fromental, and their beautiful wallcoverings. There’s plenty of inspiration, too, to show how their designs can be used. Read on and we promise you’ll join the Fromental appreciation society along with the interior designers they work with, the discerning clients who have chosen the wallcoverings, and us....

The Brazilian supermodel recently divorced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, but while the process may be finalized, her name continues to make headlines in the real estate world. In February, Gisele quietly purchased a $1.3 million Florida cottage (also in Surfside) which she has started to renovate. However, her latest purchase is notably more luxurious – costing over $10 million more than her first solo abode. With grand 25-foot ceilings, an array of airy living spaces, and large terraces, it is one of the most stand-out properties in Surfside and one of the world’s best homes....

Whether it’s a long-postponed decluttering day, a creative project or a decorating revamp, these ideas might have been on your wish list for some time – or maybe you are about to add them. None of them is too effortful nor costly – and none should take up too much time (especially if you get someone else to do the work). However, these mini home makeover ideas do have the power to transform and brighten your home....

Every week, Editorial Director Sarah Spiteri meets three creatives who open up their hearts and minds to reveal the ways they elevate the everyday. Each tastemaker shares three secrets. These conversations offer glimpses behind otherwise closed doors and a chance to glean inspiration from the most talented names the world of design and beyond. How to find the new Homes & Gardens podcast Below, we have written more detail about each of the episodes in order, with the newest first....

The interiors market is flooded with brands selling sofas and couches in all shapes and sizes, in a vast array of colors, fabrics and finishes, that it can prove extremely difficult to know how much to budget for your new purchase. After a quick online search, you’re bound to find almost identical sofas on sale at different companies, with a huge difference in price. What’s more, in the current climate, we depend so much more on online shopping and the limited options to visit a showroom and see, feel and touch the sofa in person can make the task so much harder....

Striking such a balance in your backyard takes careful consideration. Finding the perfect location is an important step when designing a patio; a spot that catches the light at the right time of day, but that is also conveniently situated close to the house or sufficiently equipped to provide everything you need. The intended function of the space will ultimately dictate the outcome of the design. This expert guide brings you all the tips you need to find out how to design a patio perfectly, with advice, inspiration and a ton of patio ideas for you to consider....

Tulips, like other flowering bulbs, need to be planted in fall or when the outside/soil temperatures are at 60ºF or colder; this gives their roots time to develop for spring during the cold weather. One of the best spring bulbs, whether you want to know how to plant tulip bulbs as part of your flower bed ideas, for containers or even hanging baskets, you are guaranteed plenty of spring color....

Whether you’re just tired of looking at the same old four walls, or the wallpaper is scuffed or dated, it opens up the possibilities for a brand new look. The task of removing wallpaper is well within the grasp of even a DIY novice, and being confident about how to use a wallpaper steamer can make it a faster job. Our guide explains the steps to follow. How to use a wallpaper steamer It’s possible to paint over wallpaper, but if you’ve fallen for a new design and are in the know about how to wallpaper, a steamer makes removing the old wallpaper first an easier task....