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There are many ways to create impact with clever front yard ideas, from using eye-catching materials, to creating a smart structure with pathways or planting. You can also take inspiration from your backyard ideas to tie both outdoor spaces together. ‘Curb appeal is so important for the front of your home because it’s your first impression. The landscaping in front should be more formal and structured than your backyard and you should make sure there is beauty and color for every season,’ recommends Dawn James, project manager at Crimson Valley Landscaping (opens in new tab)....

The garage is one of the most popular storage spaces in a home. It’s where we stash everything from bikes and golf clubs, to power tools and Christmas decorations … not to mention the car. While the versatility of the space certainly comes in handy, storing so many different items in a single space is a recipe for clutter. Enter: well designed garage shelving and storage ideas. Specialty shelves can help you make sense of clutter and free up space on the floor....

‘Mirrors are the easiest way to make a space seem bigger and brighter, especially in areas like a hallway where it can be dark and narrow. Having one by the front door also gives you the perfect opportunity for a last-minute outfit check before you leave the house,’ says Sam Hood, co-founder & chief creative officer at Amara. In addition to their practical uses, with so many designs to choose from, mirrors are a great opportunity to introduce personality into a hallway, which is a space that can easily be overlooked when it comes to decorating....

You can use your own flower bed ideas to source the blooms for the display, but you can of course resort to the florist if there’s a particular flower you want to feature. Here, we are using flowers available at the height of summer: dahlias and honeysuckle berries, taken from the garden of floral designer Brigitte Girling of Moss & Stone (opens in new tab). ‘The starting point for this arrangement was the dahlias towering in my garden,’ Girling says....

For a start, when designing a small kitchen, you’ll soon realize that it’s easy to keep everything to hand. Plus, there is a wealth of clever small kitchen storage ideas available to get the very best out of every inch. And, finally, you can afford to go for unabashedly luxurious materials. With a limited amount of door, floor, and drawer fronts to cover, investing in a little luxe easily elevates your kitchen area from small to stylish....

When it comes to dining room lighting ideas, incorporating a large sculptural pendant light or chandelier above a dining table is a popular choice. As well as providing both general and more direct task lighting over a table, they can help create a cozy atmosphere and make beautiful design features whether switched on or off. Choosing the design is the fun part, as there’s such a huge array of styles available, but when it comes to fitting it can be a tricky to know what is best....

You currently have every permission to revel in fall decor ideas in all their glory – whether through warm colors, candles, or textiles – and of course, the statement pumpkin. However, while you still have several weeks left to admire these fall trends, it’s important to think about the inevitable transition to winter – and all the Christmas decor ideas that come with it. How long do designers leave fall decorations up?...

An efficient routine is the best way to ensure it’s hygienic, has a relaxing atmosphere, and a stylish look, without the task taking more time than it should. We’ve put together cleaning tips that include just five steps that’ll see the job done quickly and thoroughly, and asked the experts to contribute their advice, too. How to clean a bedroom ‘An untidy bedroom can add stress, cause anxiety and even interfere with your quality of sleep,’ says Chris Wootton, managing director of domestic cleaning business, Poppies (opens in new tab)....

Decorative coving is used within a room to add an elegant finish. It works to hide any uneven edges, cracks or painting mistakes where the wall meets the ceiling. If you’re updating and have found out how to remove popcorn ceiling, it’s the perfect final touch. Find out how to cut coving corners below, and get a professional finish when you do it yourself. How to cut coving corners with a miter box If you have learned how to plaster a ceiling, or how to texture a ceiling, knowing how to put up coving is a beautifully complementary skill, and being adept at cutting coving corners is part of the process....

Whether you are looking to incorporate new interior design trends, or want to shift to a more timeless scheme, there are plenty of easy refreshes you can do that don’t require a whole renovation. Here, designers have shared the 10 ways they revamp their homes in the New Year to make a space feel like new. How to refresh your home for the New Year ‘A New Year is often a great time to refresh on our interiors,’ begins the founder of AMC Design (opens in new tab), Ann Marie Cousins....

Knowing how to use an onion to clean your grill is a refreshingly simple way to ensure your BBQ comes up spotless after you’ve finished eating, but its benefits don’t end there. When thinking about how to clean grill grates, there are several effective solutions available, but this organic method is one of the most natural options you can choose. This technique is also a great alternative for the avid chefs amongst us, as this method will fill your BBQ with flavor (instead of product residue) for your next event....

Here, we tell you how these attachments can be used to maximize KitchenAid stand mixers, each of which comes with a flat-edge beater, whisk, and dough hook, with upgraded and replacement parts readily available. However, you also can boost your KitchenAid by using the attachment hub at the head of each stand mixer. This works with a range of extra accessories that you can buy separately. The good news? Our reviews team has tested them all, so we can speak with authority....

Ideally, you’ll have mastered how to wallpaper a flat wall, starting with the first wallpaper length 20in (50cm) from the left-hand corner of the wall, and keeping going until you reach the righthand corner of the wall. Once there, our step-by-step instructions below for how to wallpaper a corner will be vital to realizing your wallpaper ideas. How to wallpaper a corner As you approach a corner, measure the distance to the corner from the last piece of hung wallpaper and add on 1in (2....

The former Duke of Cambridge and his wife, Catherine (formally the Duchess of Cambridge, now the Princess of Wales), recently made headlines following their move to Adelaide Cottage in Berkshire – near Windsor Castle – the famous royal residence that belonged to the late Her Majesty. However, despite moving to the country, William and Catherine are expected to keep their most recent residence, Apartment 1A at Kensington Palace. Where is Kensington Palace?...

It might be that there’s only space for a vanity in the corner of your bedroom, or you may have a dedicated makeup room for dressing. Either way, we have plenty of makeup vanity ideas so you can create a luxurious space that’s fit for purpose. Makeup vanity ideas Even if you’re sharing your makeup vanity space with your bedroom or walk-in closet ideas, there’s still space to max out your options....

Blurring the boundaries for what is traditionally expected for bedroom ideas or ensuite ideas, a statement bath in a master bedroom can not only bring in unique visual interest, but can help to create a decadent atmosphere of elegance and indulgence. Great for luxury bedroom ideas, master bedroom ideas with bath are certainly not for everyone, however, if practicalities and space allow, a bath can make your master bedroom feel more unique as well as relaxing....

Recent projects include a velvet cushion with knitted cord decoration for Burberry and The New Craftsmen. See: Interior design trends – the top looks for the New Year Embroidery and decoration should add value to a piece of work; if they don’t, then the design isn’t working. I’m certainly not afraid of trying something new and experimenting with different techniques. In the past, I’ve said yes to jobs knowing full well that I’d have to go away and learn an entirely ’new’ way of working....

Create a personalized setup that limits distraction, encourages creativity, and offers everything you need to practice, teach, listen, and create music. These music room ideas will help you design a space that not only inspires but enhances your home. Music room ideas We’ve curated a selection of creative solutions to craft a marvelous music room that you can be proud of, whether that be alongside existing home decor ideas or within its own space....

You’ve probably spent hours trying out different hallway ideas, rearranging furniture, choosing paint colors and deliberating on rug styles in a frenzied attempt to make your small hallway look more spacious, light and airy. Do not panic – with some clever tricks of the trade, there are in fact multiple small hallway ideas that wall help turn that awkward hall layout into something stylish and sophisticated, so don’t give up just yet....

But how do they approach Christmas decorating – and how does it differ from their usual pared-back but comfortable design aesthetic? ‘I’m really into Christmas and go all out,’ says Jeremiah in an exclusive interview with H&G. ‘My husband, on the other hand, counts down the days until all of the decorations can come down.’ And what, in their eyes, is the biggest festive decor mistake most of us make?...