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The key to a well lit small bedroom is to introduce multiple layers that integrate both ambient, decorative and task lighting seamlessly. Never underestimate the quality of good lighting, especially in a space with limited square footage – it is just as important to your wellbeing and preservation of eyesight, as it is to aesthetics. ‘The first thing I do when planning lighting is to find places in a space for table lamps, sconces, picture lights, pendants, floor lamps and desk lights – decorative elements come first, says Tiffany Duggan of Studio Duggan and Trove....

Whether your table and chairs are crammed into a tiny room, or are just stealing a corner from another space in the house, it’s important to stick to dining room ideas that help make dinner time an event in a space of any size. Small dining room ideas These small dining room ideas are designed to suit both open-plan spaces that are squeezed for dining spaces within an open-plan kitchen, for compact dining rooms and for breakfast rooms....

The company’s designs can be found around the world, and here we look at the beginnings of this interior design icon and what it creates today. A family business Interior decorators have a plethora of textiles to select from when building up a scheme. From cotton plains and wool checks to linens and bouclé, the choice is seemingly endless. However, when it comes to luxury silk, damask and velvet – fabrics that the eyes can ‘touch’ which add instant glamour and warmth to a room – there’s one house that many will turn to: Rubelli (opens in new tab)....

Subscriptions, digital and single issues of Homes & Gardens are available through our online shop Magazines Direct (opens in new tab) and all postage and delivery costs are included – and this week we have a Christmas sale on. We regularly run subscriptions offers. These are the latest. Full terms and conditions for this offer* at the bottom of the page. 5 reasons to subscribe to Homes & Gardens magazine You will never miss an issue again when you have Homes & Gardens magazine delivered to your home....

Growing up in Palm Beach in the 1970s, Amanda experienced Florida at its most magical. The style, the architecture, the climate – it would all imprint on her, taking root and blossoming throughout the years. Through her 20s, Amanda worked at WWD and W magazine, as well as PR for Gucci and other luxury brands in New York, Paris and London. In her 30s, she moved to Nassau full-time and applied her design eye to her own home, then to properties associated with her husband’s development company, and eventually for friends who became clients (and, of course, clients who became friends)....

The aim of their extensive renovation? To create a relaxed indoor-outdoor atmosphere in the family room, office and breezeway, and to turn the small footprint of the backyard into a usable and functional space. A colorful Moroccan rug catapulted the design direction and set the tone for the rest of the home. Colorful pattern play and a well dressed design was first and foremost when considering furnishings, fabric and accessories....

Although a dream project for Anthi, it had its challenges as the house was in a dilapidated state and needed a full refurbishment including new electrics and plumbing. And there was a tight window of just six months for the completion of the work. ‘The owners bought the house partly because of its proximity to a nearby school and they wanted it finished by August 2021, in time for the new school term for their daughter,’ she says....

One of the world’s best homes, this house spans three different architectural styles and merges contemporary and traditional design elements and furnishings to create a comfortable family home. There’s no shortage of inspiring features and we’ve picked out our favourite spaces below. Hallway Part of the home’s renovation involved widening the home’s Georgian entrance by removing a wall. Remodelling has opened up the space, producing a bright, welcoming reception for visitors....

Calling in the professionals to paint every cabinet and drawer is a route you might wish to explore. However, with a few top tips from the pros in the know, painting kitchen cabinets isn’t out of the question, even for the most novice DIY-er. To achieve a professional finish, first acquaint yourself with how to paint kitchen cabinets from start to finish. Once you know how, step-by-step, use this tips for painting kitchen cabinets from decorating professionals to get an expert job done....

Experienced gardeners will already know about companion planting, which is when certain plants are positioned next to others to help them to grow disease- or pest-free. Think: marigolds planted next to tomatoes to attract hoverflies, which in turn happily feast on white fly, who themselves love to ruin your tomato crop. The type of companion plants are called ’trap plants’ or ‘sacrificial plants’, and garden experts are encouraging us to use them as a natural way to controls pests and preserve our vegetable garden ideas....

Kitchens come in all shapes and sizes, and you can be spoilt for choice with kitchen layouts and formation options when starting out on a project. The key is to think carefully about how you use – and move – within the space. Also try to envisage how your family might use the room in the future. It may be all about food prep now. But down the line, it may need to double as place to finish homework, a ’teaching area’ where your kids learn to bake, or a sophisticated entertaining spot for extended family and friends....

After Christmas Sales are the peak time to save on holiday décor, the gift you wanted but didn’t get, or to simply spend those gift cards that were in your stocking, as retailers make way to clear out overstock in time for the New Year, and Target will not be one to disappoint this year. Here are some of the best Target deals (opens in new tab) to shop happening right now - we’re already seeing items for 50% off....

This gentle giant of the vegetable patch never fails to impress with its majestic leaves that rapidly emerge from the ground each spring. Putting on a dazzling show of pink-red stalks and fuzzy green foliage, it’s a seasonal delight that most keen cooks just can’t wait to savor. Knowing when to harvest can make a huge difference to both the taste and overall size of the crop. Get it right and one plant – or ‘crown’ can reliably keep producing for up to a decade....

It’s easy to learn how to grow strawberries – and are difficult to resist. Knowing when to pick strawberries, however, can have a huge impact on whether you get the sweet, juicy treat you looking for, or a more lacklustre strawberry. Here we will explain when to pick strawberries and how to know they are ripe. When to pick strawberries The best time to pick strawberries can depend on when to plant strawberries and what variety you have....

Both a herb and vegetable, it is a little sensitive when it comes to having its roots disturbed, so you will need to know exactly how to grow fennel to ensure success with this versatile crop. When to plant fennel? The short answer is in spring, once the last frost has passed – but there are many more questions – which our experts clarify below. When to plant fennel? As with knowing when to plant vegetables in general, when you plant fennel depends on whether you are sowing indoors or out....

Herbs can be grown in beds, borders or containers on a patio, plus many can be grown indoors in a greenhouse or on a windowsill, too, so it’s well worth giving them a go. Herbs are a staple ingredient in many recipes, so it’s handy to have a constant supply placed near the kitchen for picking, be they indoors or outdoors. What’s more, herbs can also be grown as ornamental plants and are great for bringing fragrance, structure and flowers to garden borders....

Not only do they add a joyful aesthetic to a conservatory or patio, citrus trees also product zesty fruits for the grow-your-own trend and make a great contribution to kitchen garden ideas. And pruning citrus will help the trees look good as well as reap abundant rewards. ‘The primary reasons to prune a citrus tree are to maintain a desired shape and size of tree and also for overall tree health,’ explains Andrew Gaumond, horticulturist at Petal Republic (opens in new tab)....

See our where to buy section for more advice Your basement conversion can be an entire floor of living space devoted to the way you like to cook, relax and enjoy a meal with friends, or simply catch up with the newspaper and a cup of coffee. And, open it up to the garden with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, and the space becomes filled with natural light and summer breeze on warm days....

Woodland plants are among the shade plants, adapted to life in partial or dappled shade. Some will tolerate more shade than others. The levels of shade can be difficult to gauge, especially in a woodland environment where it is likely always to be changing depending on the leaf canopy through the seasons – so be prepared to move plants if they’re not thriving. Woodland plants can add color, texture and scent among shrubs for shade and bring darker corners of the garden, or wooded areas to life....

SeeCleaning tips - our essential guide to keeping your home spotless If we’ve learnt anything from the sterile interiors of the early 90s, it’s that environment matters. Recent studies suggest that a well-designed space can lead to significant boosts in productivity and cognitive function — quantitative evidence of the “feel-good” factor of great design. But successful working from home isn’t just about style… We’ve teamed up with Alexander Joseph and Chaplins Furniture for expert top tips for working from home to ensure you’re as productive as possible....