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But you don’t have to call the plasterer in to get the desired effect that you see popping up all over Instagram influencers’ houses. HOW TO CREATE A PLASTER WALL EFFECT See: Kitchen trends 2020 - these latest designs are ahead of the curve With some clever tips and techniques, you can actually achieve the look with paint alone. Here, Annie Sloan (opens in new tab) shows us how to create four different plaster effect walls for an easy and on-point refresh....

Boasting a huge array of colorful flowers in all sorts of sculptural forms, and in bloom from July right through to the first fall frosts, these showy plants are a brilliant option for late summer flower bed ideas. There really is a dahlia to suit all gardens and tastes. Choose from bright and bold vibrant tones to subtle pastel shades, and from the daintiest lilliput and single flower varieties, to multiple petalled pompons and dinner-plate sized forms....

Consider how you would like to use the space as part of your backyard ideas. Is it for alfresco dining and relaxing in, are you planning for it to be filled with flowers and foliage, structure from evergreens to create a living picture to be viewed from inside. or a more simplified, contemporary space, perhaps with a statement, soothing water feature? There are many backyard landscaping ideas you can draw on, and the materials used – from paving, aggregates and decking, to decorative edging and the hard materials employed for raised beds and walls – add texture and character to a garden, marking out the structure and leading the eye through the landscape....

With plenty of exciting home sale stats to back up these preferences, you simply can’t ignore these sure-fire ways to add value to your home if you want to sell at a good price this year. If you choose just one room, let it be the kitchen Recent research by the real estate specialists at Zillow (opens in new tab) shows that the homes that sold for more than expected over the past two years were the ones that advertised a luxury kitchen or bathroom – and kitchens led the way in commanding higher prices by quite some margin....

After being converted into an apartment building in the 1990s, reports* suggest David purchased the home in 1999 for $3.81 million. He then moved to the property full-time with his wife Iman in 2002. As one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, David Bowie was awarded 10 platinum album certifications in the UK and a further five in the US. He was also listed as one of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time – and the Greatest Rock Star Ever by Rolling Stone after his death in 2016....

A simple way to bring this popular interior design trend into your space is with pre-loved furniture, and it’s no surprise that Napier has opted to incorporate some previously owned pieces into her own interior design. Namely, the soft oatmeal-hued couch that was passed down from her mother when she married her husband and co-star Ben Napier. ‘The oatmeal colored sofa is 25 years old, the greatest sofa my mama ever owned that was passed down to us when we got married,’ the designer wrote in an Instagram post....

Actor Jason Packham is best known for his role in Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Hot Properties, and CBS sitcom King of Queens – which he also produced. His wife Nicole Sullivan is recognized for starring on MADtv and Black-ish. The couple picked up the early 1960s ranch-style structure following a ‘beautiful’ remodeling that brings the home firmly into the contemporary day. This move also comes after news that Nicole Sullivan sold another one of the world’s best homes last month – her treehouse in the Hollywood Hills....

The house in Southern California offers an insight into celebrity living as Omar was the creative talent behind the home of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner. The home, called ONIN, is a masterclass in biophilic living and is described as a work of art that offers the finest in luxury living, firmly cementing its place as one of the world’s best homes. Speaking about its inspiration, Jae says: ‘The period following the Onin War of Japan was an extremely interesting time in Japanese history as such immense creativity, artistry, and spirit sprang forth following a time filled with hardship and turbulence, similar to a phoenix rising from the ashes....

Sharing her interior design tips in her blog (opens in new tab), Kit explained how to make a statement with patterns by mastering one simple tip: scaling. The technique is one that she demonstrates across her hotels – but now she is teaching you how to bring it into your home. Here, she reveals what you need to know. ‘When combining different patterns, the secret is to use different scales....

While August is the month of travel, it is equally the month where our gardens experience dramatic growth and change; as Monty himself says, ‘August is really a new season and carries the weight of summer and the seeds of winter.’ It is, therefore, more important than ever to take care of your garden from afar – but preparation is vital. Monty shares his garden ideas in a new post (opens in new tab)– that will maintain your exteriors in your absence....

To find out Britain’s best-loved homes, comparethemarket.com (opens in new tab) analysed Instagram hashtag data to reveal which buildings were photographed the most. See:These are the most popular interior design trends in the UK (opens in new tab) Chris King, head of home insurance at comparethemarket.com (opens in new tab), commented: ‘Great Britain is home to some of the world’s most stunning stately homes and castles, and a visit to one of these beautiful, historic homes makes for a great day out....

In this instance though, he says, the owners were so delightful and enthusiastic that he instantly forgave their inevitable peccadillos. They had given Philip carte blanche – very rare – to design their home after seeing his work in a house they had considered buying. ‘They had fallen in love with it but it was too small, so when they found this one they called me in,’ says Philip who, with partner Paolo Moschino, is one half of Nicholas Haslam....

The Riviera star has taken to social media to share some images of her enviable London home, which is located in Shepherd’s Bush and boasts a beautiful vintage-glam aesthetic. She brought in Joanna Plant to help with the interiors, and the design aesthetic was ‘grown-up fun’. See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses She started off by sharing two fabulous before and after photos, writing: ‘Since we’ve all be spending SO much time at home, I thought I’d start sharing some interiors from my own....

Shark is one of the US and UK’s most popular selling vacuum cleaner brands – and in the lead up to Black Friday, they have some amazing Black Friday vacuum cleaner sales. Having tested their products thoroughly here at Homes & Gardens, we can tell you that they’re well worth the spend, with the brand having some of the best vacuum cleaners out there to choose from. What makes Shark vacuum cleaners so good in comparison to other brands I hear you ask?...

Soho.Home.Studio is the latest venture by Soho House – the London establishment that began as a private membership club in 1995. The powerhouse went on to open a host of clubs and hotels globally before launching Soho Home in 2016. Soho Home has already set interior design trends in London for five years, but now it is now the US’s time to get inspired. ‘We are excited to bring a physical Soho Home retail space to the US, giving people the chance to see and experience our products in person for the first time,’ explains Soho House Global President Andrew Carnie....

Now its current owners, Sofia Ekeroth de Almeida and her husband Bruno, have created a new chapter in the property’s story, transforming it into a luxurious space full of period details and interesting antiques. Scroll down to enjoy the couple’s property, then visit the world’s best homes to see more beautiful houses. The cottage was initially divided into five apartments, but when Sofia and Bruno moved in 10 years ago, it had been split in two with offices on one side and living space on the other....

Following the success of their Brindisi (opens in new tab) collection, Andrew Martin has once again joined forces with luxury interior designer Sophie Paterson. The result will satisfy our longing for a taste of sophistication from the British capital. Andrew Martin and Paterson used soft furnishings as their canvas, which they drew from the backstreets of London’s most affluent postcode. The result is 25 cushions, six fabrics, and two throw designs that bring a stylish slice of Westminster to your bedroom or living room....

The light and airy blue is a departure from the subtle green color trends that have dominated 2021. The paint shade has been designed as a breath of fresh air for your home, a shot of sky blue optimism. However, it has another clever use according to Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director of Dulux – making a small bedroom look bigger. ‘It’s a color that makes small spaces and spaces that are blocked in seem huge,’ Marianne Shillingford tells Homes & Gardens....

The interiors ooze grandeur and timeless elegance and there’s a wealth of natural light flowing in from oversized windows in every room. See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The custom-designed millwork by David Linley includes parquet floors, closets, book shelves, doors, panelling, boiserie, and crown moulding using ebony that was then finished with added black polish. The apartment has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the master bedroom boasting park and skyline views....