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Home to 120 showrooms and over 600 of the world’s most sought-after luxury brands, it’s a Mecca for the interior design world and the largest flagship for design and decoration in Europe. See our news section to keep up-to-date with events, product launches and expert tips On Monday 2 December, the centre is ensuring we get into the festive spirit by hosting a Christmas Design Day,packed with Christmas experiences, creative workshops, personal shopping, and inspiring demonstrations....

While low ceilings can be cozy for a bedroom, creating the impression of a larger space will make your room feel calmer, less cluttered and brighter – and this is how you can achieve it. See: Bedroom ideas – designs and inspiration for beautiful bedrooms 1. Paint the ceiling white – or the palest of colors Is your bedroom in the eaves? Whilst these spaces can be oh-so-cozy, they come with their downsides – which is most often low ceilings and lack of light....

This is matched by a self-confessed and enduring search for perfectionism. In her own words: ‘If a job’s worth doing then it’s worth doing well. I don’t mind what it takes, as long as it’s perfect.’ Her attentive approach and internationally recognized expertise has drawn in the most discerning clientele over the past 30 years from Switzerland to LA, and the studio has completed projects as diverse as a castle in Spain, a private yacht in the South of France, a house in the Hamptons, the restoration of a pavilion at Hampton Court and refurbishment works at Winfield House in Regent’s Park, London which is the official residence of the American Ambassador to the UK....

‘Undertourism’ is a growing global travel trend, seen on both a local scale—for example, exploring up-and-coming neighbourhoods and boroughs in popular cities—and on a larger scale, where travellers are considering lesser-known destinations. From low-key beach breaks to culinary-focused city stays, seeeight emerging destinations in America for 2020 that are waiting to be explored… See: Life & Design section Discover 8 emerging destinations in America for 2020 See our news section for more expert interiors tips, product launches, and luxury travel and property updates...

So, when H&G sat down with Joa, we were inevitably going to cover the biggest question amongst interior enthusiasts – what is the most popular color pairing? The discussion of color combinations is provocative, but armed with Joa’s suggestions, we can’t stray too far from an exquisitely curated palette. Here, she shares her paint ideas for every room. The most popular color pairing – according to Farrow & Ball’s Color Curator It is no secret that green is among the trendiest tones of the year, but Joa suggests we are also turning to a pastel hue alongside this verdant shade....

See: Our Country channel to indulge in everything rustic Last year, the fashionable couple transformed their home into a pop-up B&B, and this year, they launched their SS21 collection – The Fantastical World of Flora Fantasia (opens in new tab), which is inspired by the mystical fairytale gardens surrounding the castle. Our house is located… … in Cornwall, surrounded by nature, [which] has been so nourishing. The beautiful estate we live on is a place of fantasy and escapism, which is what we’ve needed in tough times....

A harsh frost can very quickly, and often unexpectedly, freeze water solid in pipes. This leads to cracks or breaks appearing in the pipes, followed by water leaks either dripping or worse, cascading, down and through a house, damaging decor and furnishings, flooring, and blowing plasterwork and electrics as it goes. So, it’s worth preparing ahead both to avoid frozen pipes in the first place, and to know what to do if they do burst to minimise damage....

We are not alone in our summer fling with these flavorful fabrics and delectable wallpapers: design experts are just as captivated – and here offer their interior design tips so you can indulge in this trend, fruitfully. Why are fruit motifs trending? While fruit has been stylish symbol for centuries, designer at Firmdale Hotels Minnie Kemp (opens in new tab) explains that there has never been a better time to enjoy fruit motifs in all their colorful glory....

The Grade I Listed 13 Hanover Terrace was the home and primary residence of War of the Worlds author Wells from 1933 up until his death in 1946, even staying there for the duration of the London Blitz. Join us for a tour – then see more of the world’s best homes on our dedicated page. Boasting unobscured views over London’s Regent’s Park, the property was designed by noted architect Sir John Nash, who designed several of the impressive buildings in this area of the capital....

More than a feline What’s not to love about a serial on the adventures of a family of impish cats? A sound narrative and beautiful imagery by renowned illustrator Kathleen Hale notwithstanding, the tenuous homes and interiors link meant this one wasn’t destined to run and run… Call the fashion police Sex and fashion featured large in the Seventies, with shower adverts showing topless women or bottomless men (often at the same time)....

You can charge your electric car at home – usually overnight or just using a quick top up – with a home charging point, that is fixed to an external wall of your house or garage. The downside to electric cars currently is their range – most can only drive around 150 to 200 miles before they need charging again, and this is what makes having a home charger vital....

In the colder months, our fireplaces get a lot of use but, if you have not cleaned yours for a while, expert cleaning tips may be required to return it to its former glory. ‘Fireplaces need care and attention if they are to look good and work efficiently – whether simple cast iron or wildly extravagant marble creations,’ says Roger Hunt, author of Old House Handbook (opens in new tab)....

The best grills and best gas grills need care and maintenance to deliver delicious burgers, steak, kebabs, chicken, fish, veggies and more time after time, and that involves cleaning correctly both before and after use, as well as deep cleaning every so often, too. A pristine grill is an important factor in grilling safely and avoiding foodborne illness, and will ensure everything you serve up tastes as delicious as it should, and this is the lowdown on how to clean a grill....

As the days shorten and Arctic winds blow in from the north, the garden falls into its annual slumber and the long wait for spring begins. But just as memories of summer have faded, fresh green shoots appear on hellebores, followed by exquisite flowers in jewel-like colours ranging from glittering whites and yellows to deep purples and reds. Hellebores are easy to grow, require little maintenance, have foliage year-round, and will continue to flower for years....

With its long racemes of flowers that clothe walls or pergolas with their color and scent, wisteria is one of the best climbing plants. It is one of the most romantic plants to put on a floral show in late spring into summer, with blooms in white, pink, mauve, blue, and purple; some are strongly scented, while others only have a light fragrance, and vary in their vigor and in the length of their racemes....

Our essential guide to planting a flower bed for beginners will help you to imagine and create the flower garden of your wildest dreams. When summer begins and the sun grows stronger, the flower beds in our gardens reach their peak and fill with overflowing color and fragrance. Successful beds can be established in many different positions in the garden and although a sunny aspect suits the widest range of plants, you can still have a super border in a shady area whose interest is sustained by most roots or protection from full sun....

Whether you’re looking for home office ideas or creating a fully digital home with smartphone-controlled lights and voice activated thermostats, it can seem quite overwhelming, especially to those who are less tech-savvy than others. Knowing where to start can be the hardest part but luck is at hand – Matthew Currington, Technical Director at The Lighting Superstore (opens in new tab) has put together a beginner’s guide to creating your very own smart home....

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue, just moments away from the entrance to the White House, there seems to be no more fitting choice for Kamala Harris’s temporary home than this nineteenth-century capsule of American history. Though the Vice President, and her husband, Douglas Emhoff, currently have the keys to Blair House, Joe Biden had stayed in the property on the evening before his inauguration ceremony. This has been the tradition for Presidents-Elect since the 1970s....

In an interview with H&G, Jasmine revealed there is one shade that sits at the peak of her paint ideas – and it’s the color she uses on around 80 percent of the walls she paints. The shade in question? Dunn-Edwards’s Faded Gray (opens in new tab). Jasmine Roth’s favorite paint color ‘My favorite paint color is Dunn-Edwards Faded Gray. That’s what you can see on my walls right here [in my home office]....

If anybody knows how to style spaces of all sizes, it is Joanna, the Fixer Upper star who has curated rooms of all shapes in front of a global audience. So, when she shared the simple secret to enhancing a tiny room, we were taking notes on everything she had to say. Revealing her interior design tips, Joanna suggests that instead of turning away from a bold pattern (which is sometimes expected in a small space) – you should experiment with bold, patterned wallpaper that will enhance the area....