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I spent just over a month sleeping on the Viscosoft Copper Cooling Topper and can report that it was a dream to add to my current hybridmattress setup and it saved me while sleeping on a notoriously uncomfortable pull-out couch. I even took it on a camping trip and used it instead of a sleeping pad. Who will the Viscosoft Active Cooling Copper Topper suit? Hot sleepers: With both a cooling, phase-change material cover and copper-infused foam, the Viscosoft Active Cooling Topper is designed to sleep cool and move heat away from the body....

Borders are no new wallpaper trend. Originally, wallpaper panels weren’t pasted to walls but hung with copper tacks, and borders were used to hide the tacks, a technique that endured into the 1700s, when wallpaper also began to be used to alter the proportions of rooms. Over the years, interior designers and homeowners have played with wallpaper ideas as a way of correcting imperfections, adding layering to room schemes and, of course, as a way to pick up accent colors....

Forget what you know about traditional garden makeover shows. Your Garden Made Perfect not only features some of the biggest names in garden design but integrates virtual reality into the design and pitching process. See: Garden Trends 2021 - all the latest looks and new ways to garden What is Your Garden Made Perfect about? ‘Your Garden Made Perfect is a brand new garden design show like no other,’ explains Angela....

Decorating with gray has been de rigueur in interior design for many years now. Undeniably the enduring neutral, this cool color adds a sophisticated edge, elegance and a refinement to a room, and is a go-to for anyone who wants an easy-to-live with tone that’s easy to color scheme and redecorate around, but what are the accent colors for gray? Getting accent color ideas spot on isn’t always simple. Here, design experts tell us their favorite no-fail, classic and brave accent colors for gray, plus color trends and room color ideas for the year ahead....

Where to install one depends on the shape and layout of your home, but you could have one built bespoke into your basement ideas, or incorporate a small home bar into your kitchen ideas – there are so many options to consider. Home bar ideas The season of entertaining is well and truly upon us, and while the past few years might have not looked the same, now is the time to really rejoice and celebrate the upcoming year....

A good bathroom color scheme is essential for creating the look, feel and design you want in your bathroom or shower room. And you can use everything from tiles to sanitaryware to accessories to create a unique look. Adding a bright and beautiful hue to your bathroom will really lift your whole home, bringing this functional space into line with the rest of your decor. The good news is there are so many bathroom ideas and colors to choose from....

From countertops with zero porosity for bacteria to hide in to touchless faucets, these innovations make having a cleaner kitchen so much easier. We investigate the latest kitchen ideas to show you what’s possible. 1. Countertops that don’t harbor bacteria As the hub of home life, the kitchen usually sees more foot traffic than any other room in the house. Concerns about hygiene, especially following the pandemic, have made us re-evaluate our approach to cleanliness in the room where we prepare and eat food, and manufacturers have responded accordingly with new, dynamic kitchen countertop ideas....

Kitchens are rife with color opportunities. Neutrals and pale color schemes aren’t for everyone, and the sizeable cost of a new kitchen shouldn’t dictate that you play it safe on your walls. It’s more a case of choosing a wall color that goes well with your existing kitchen cabinet ideas, and kitchen decor. Start by considering what your favorite kitchen color ideas might be and take it from there. After all, one of the most straightforward and least expensive options is to paint a wall that can be easily updated should you tire of it....

For many, decorating the tree is one of the most magical parts of the year, so the last thing you will want to think about is following design ‘rules.’ After all, the process often offers a chance for you to revisit personal heirlooms and homemade ornaments that you might otherwise never bring into your space. However, learning how to decorate a tree from professionals is never a bad thing, especially if you want to make the right statement to your friends and family over the festive season....

Limited by budget and size, I knew I would have to draw on some small kitchen ideas and general home decorating ideas to try to spruce up the space without painting the cabinets or replacing the countertops. I can easily say that this was one of the biggest decorating challenges in my new home, so here is what I did to finally make it a space I enjoy cooking in....

From clever tips for reducing plastic consumption to simple swaps, she lists ways to create a harmonious, beautiful and functional home that is sustainable, too. Here, we bring you just a few of Ida’s ideas to help you be more sustainable at home, cut energy bills, too. 9 ways to be sustainable at home From swapping to energy-efficient appliances to changing simple habits you might not even know are bad, these are the changes Ida suggests you make....

A breathe of fresh air, this project is located on the historic lagoon of Belvedere and boasts views of both Mt Tam and the lagoon, but it was no easy feat.Due to the new FEMA regulations and restrictions this home took several years to design. THE PROPERTY ‘The homeowners love pattern and colour and have a real appreciation for quality furnishings which made it a dream project to work on,’ says Julie....

In whatever guise you knew it previously, prepare to look at The Old War Office in a totally new light. Closed to the public for more than a century, the 1906 neo-baroque style building is now owned by Hinduja Group. In a partnership with Raffles Singapore, the central London site has been redeveloped as a luxury 120-room Raffles hotel with a further 85 Raffles-branded residences. Sales prices for a two-bedroom apartment here start at around 6....

THE PROPERTY There is something special about this building, from the moment you step in, it feels as if you are transported to another time period. The fascinating part of this building is the number of former designers that lived in this building over the year. Today Andrew Fisher, Jeffrey Weissman and the successful antique dealer Terry Gross still live in this extraordinary, French-styled building, classically known as ‘1055’. And now, Amy Weaver, of Amy Weaver Design calls it home....

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 Lured by the beachfront location, the homeowner, who was ‘brought up on boats; bought the former gardener’s cottage in 1990. ‘Since then, I’ve extended it as funds allowed, in a piecemeal fashion. But the way we live has changed,’ says the homeowner, who runs an investment fund....

What is a smart home? A smart home is best described as one fitted with handy electronic devices that can be controlled via a smartphone or computer, helping our spaces feel more functional and practical, and generally, making our lives that little bit easier. The Roomba 694 is powered by the unique intelligence of iRobot OS. The vacuum can be easily paired with the iRobot Home App or your voice assistant to hoover your space swiftly, lifting dirt, dust, and debris from carpets and hard floors, with the Edge-Sweeping brush taking care of corners and edges....

We talk to Stuart Silk Architects about the design project. THE PROPERTY The client’s dream was to find a waterfront property with perfect exposure that would allow them to build a garden that could accommodate these woodland treasures. Loving the calming effect of water – outings rowing along its shores, and viewing the nearby eagles, otters, and blue herons – the couple was fond of Japanese gardens because of their serenity and beauty....

Rapid changes in technology combined with an ever-increasing array of finishes, styles and shapes have made bathroom lighting one of the most exciting areas of contemporary design. And there are so many different bathroom ideas with lights to choose from. So, whether you are looking for a perfect flattering spotlight or a dramatic sculptural pendant lamp, these bathroom ceiling lighting ideas will offer inspiration for every type of space....

Think outside the box – as well as traditional bedroom feature wall ideas like paint and wallpaper, panels, artwork, murals and even ceramics are all characterful ways to pack a punch. From contemporary artwork and boldly painted walls, to transfers and decorative plate collections, feature walls can really do the talking when it comes to bedroom ideas. A statement bedroom accent wall is a look that is both artful and relaxed, and it’s a great way to inject personality and a touch of modernity into a space....

Carpet with dense luxurious pile, beautifully grained woods, and soft and strikingly patterned area rugs are just some of the bedroom ideas on offer to please the eye as well as comfort bare feet. As inspiration for your bedroom remodel, we’ve collected beautiful bedroom flooring ideas, and we’re sharing expert advice on selection and care. Bedroom flooring ideas Be inspired by bedroom flooring ideas featuring classic choices such as hardwood and bedroom carpet ideas, along with more unusual options for the room....