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Here are some of our favourite highlights from the event, which was sponsored byThomas Sanderson (opens in new tab),Roger Oates (opens in new tab),Yves Delorme (opens in new tab) andHeals. (opens in new tab) WORKSHOP For further inspiration, ticket holders were also given the chance to book a place on one of our workshops. Here they picked up some practical tips from one of our decorating experts on how to brighten up your home....

These bath essentials are also wonderful bathroom storage ideas if you want to display your essential oils or bath salts in an elegant way, meaning that they are within reach when you need to unwind. Baths are a sanctuary of quiet, a place where you can let your mind and body be free of daily noise for a little while, so it’s good to ensure that you have practical measures covered with one of these luxurious caddies....

See: Living room ideas – clever ways to decorate living spaces The Emmy-nominated television personality, who recently launched his furniture collection with A.R.T. Furniture (opens in new tab) (above), says he’s spent time in quarantine curating content to help his followers and clients create beautiful spaces. ‘Now more than ever, people have realized that a happy space creates a happy mind,’ the 39-year-old designer tells H&G. ‘Over the past year, we have seen people take the time in creating a space that works for them....

Who will the Breville Precision Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker suit? The Breville Precision Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker is perfect for coffee aficionados who have discriminating taste and like to customize their cup of Joe to ensure that it’s perfect. The six presets make it a good choice for people who like variety, and households with more than one coffee drinker. The coffee maker’s small footprint makes it ideal for those without a lot of space, and the beautiful design appeals to people who believe aesthetics is as important as performance....

Below, we look into the history of this interior design powerhouse – and discover its latest innovations. The beginning In 1902, Robert Mould, who named the company by combining the first two letters of his own name, started a small-scale furniture manufacturing business in Nottingham, England, a city in the Midlands. By the 1930s, the company had become wholesalers to the upholstery industry, supplying fabrics and components for the manufacture of furniture....

Reddish House is an exquisite example of the English country house.The illustrious property is situated in the lovely Wiltshire village of Broad Chalke set amongst totally unspoiled countryside in the Chalke Valley. The river to which the property has frontage, is a tributary of the River Avon which it joins just south of the Cathedral city of Salisbury. Constructed of mellow red brick under a clay tile roof it exhibits a number of classical features including two Corinthian pilasters carrying a pediment and entablature over the front door and a bust (reputed to be of Charles II) and angle quoins....

Award-winning garden designer Andy Sturgeon warns that this approach can be mired in problems. See more: Planning a winter garden - top tips and inspiring ideas for cold weather beauty Consistently one of the most awarded and respected UK garden designers, Andy Sturgeon (opens in new tab) has created gardens of all shapes and sizes, bringing to each one the same mix of passion and practicality. He’s known for innovative planting and an architectural approach that combines the traditional with the contemporary....

Christie Brinkley. The 67-year-old model was ostensibly leading the Regencycore trend long before any of our Bridgerton binges. According to Instagram, the mom-of-two has been a long-time fan of the historical glamour, careful color coordination, and regal patterns. See: Dining room ideas – inspiration for decorating and furnishing your space Her devotion is evident in her blue-and-white dining room chair with a gold-accented frame. It provokes the same Regency style – that was popularized in England in the early 19th Century – in an over-the-top fashion that remains reserved and subtle....

There are so many ways to integrate closet organizers into your pre-existing storage unit, as well as a myriad of options to easily work with a blank space. That includes options with shelves and cabinets to keep your things neat, as well as hanging elements to keep clothes crease-free. Genius closet organization ideas make mastering the art of storing your clothes and shoes instantly easier, and here we’ve listed seven products to help you focus on how to arrange your prized outfit pieces....

The Cuisinart Food Processor is more expensive than many other models, but it has a heavy-duty design that’s ideal for large-batch recipes. If you’re making salsa for a crowd or even processing cheesecake batter, this appliance is up to the task, but is its bulky, oversized form too much for your average kitchen? We wanted to see how it stacks up against other popular food processors, so I tested it against the Nutribullet 7-Cup Food Processor and Ninja Professional 9-Cup Food Processor to see whether it was worth the splurge....

Seemingly drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean landscapes that diptyque founders Ives Coueslant and Desmond Knox-Leet frequently visited in the 1960s, the beloved brand carries on glorifying their 60th-anniversary – with more lavish celebrations – and their latest installation benefits us all. Honoring the remarkable achievement, everyone’s favorite candle connoisseur has released yet another brand-new collection, enlisting Luke Edward Hall – lover of the Mediterranean and world-renowned artist – to bring it to fruition....

We wanted to determine if the DreamCloud luxury hybrid mattress is one of the best mattresses you can buy today, so I put it to the test over the course of several weeks. In addition to sleeping on it every night, I subjected the mattress to weight, motion transfer, and edge support tests, all to figure out if it’s a worthwhile buy. Spoiler alert: The answer is yes! While it is on the firm side, this mattress provided both comfort and support for a great night’s sleep—for both me and my partner, who have extremely differing sleep preferences....

On a very simple level, the former is all about hiking, skiing, and sleeping in a tent, where the latter is all about knitting and hot choc in front of the fire. See: Interior design trends – the top looks for the New Year On a deeper level, though, both trends are about happier, healthier living in the moment, and Friluftsliv isn’t just for hardcore hikers or camping enthusiasts. In fact, it is possible to embrace this lifestyle even if you don’t have access to wild spaces – your local park or even your back garden will do very nicely....

It is a well-known fact that the royal residences hold great significance to many members of the royal family. The senior royals live in historic homes across the country, with Prince William recently moving into Adelaide Cottage in Windsor close to Windsor Castle with his family as he takes up his new position as the Prince of Wales. But The New Royals, written by Katie Nicholl, reveals that Harry and Meghan were not given the residence they initially requested and that the home has been an issue of contention ever since....

Bespoke joinery will maximize the space available for storage and display, of course, but a custom piece can bring so much more to an interior design. As well as being beautiful in its own right, it can accentuate a room’s best features and improve its proportions. Here, the experts explain how to commission bespoke joinery, and the benefits it can bring. How to commission bespoke joinery If you are considering built-in storage ideas, consider commissioning bespoke joinery, which can be well worth the investment....

Studies have shown that just five minutes outdoors can boost feelings of happiness and wellbeing – crucial during these uncertain times - and provides the perfect opportunity for a healthy dose of exercise at the same time. See our news section for more recent events There are several ways to make more of time spent outside, including powerwalking, meditation, forest bathing, outdoor yoga, and breathing techniques. So with lockdown now starting to lift and the longest day approaching, lifestyle expert at Contura, Catharina Björkman, provides a guide to enjoying the great outdoors Scandi-style....

A series of folds creates the tree shape perfect for every plate, and there’s the option to add any finishing touches you like such as a star for the top of the tree or even give it a trunk, if you like. Discover how to fold a Christmas tree napkin here and delight family members of all ages with this year’s Christmas table ideas. How to fold a Christmas tree napkin Follow these steps to get in the know about how to fold a Christmas tree napkin....

See: Flower bed ideas – beautiful ways to create floral displays in your garden There are still more benefits to growing this bloom – marigolds are also excellent companion plants. ‘Grow marigolds near vegetables to keep pests away,’ advises Sue Sanderson, Horticultural Executive at Thompson & Morgan (opens in new tab). They are especially well suited as strawberry companion plants as they are very good at protecting against whitefly. Read on to find out how to grow marigolds from seed in your own garden....

Zoe Costigan, in house vet for pet wellbeing specialist firm ITCHpet.com (opens in new tab)has provided some top tips on how to keep your pet cool in the heat. 1. STAY HYDRATED Making sure your pet is hydrated is so important. Whether they’re playing in the garden, in the house or out on a daily walk, you should always have unlimited fresh, accessible water ready for your pet. SeeHow to keep your home cool in the heatwave – in preparation for the rising temperatures...

The experience is being launched by one of the world’s finest chauffeur services, iChauffeur. The 10-day suggested itinerary caters to the most discerning business or leisure traveller who wishes to experience only the very best of the UK in absolute comfort and style. See: Discover these five-star Christmas holiday experiences across the UK The iChauffeur tour begins and ends in London and includes the choice of a chauffeur driven Range Rover Autobiography, Bentley Mulsanne or Rolls-Royce Phantom....