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The shower is often an enclosed area away from the central light source in a bathroom, so incorporating innovative lighting designs to ensure the space is inviting and well-lit is definitely one to remember for your walk-in shower ideas and shower ideas. Luke Thomas, Design Director at John Cullen Lighting states, ‘when it comes to lighting a shower, the right lighting can create a wonderful effect, transforming the space and creating a spa-like environment....

Executing your basement ideas may mean making an unfinished zone into one that’s habitable, or even digging down, but even if the resulting space isn’t particularly large, good design can make it a pleasurable place in which to spend time. Here, we’ve assembled the top small basement ideas and expert advice to create an area whose spacious feel belies its limited proportions. Small basement ideas A small basement needn’t be relegated to a storage-only space....

All rooms need to reflect your style and personality, and that’s no less important in small kitchens. Neutrals are a good place to start and an off-white, sand or buttermilk color scheme will bounce light around and make a compact space feel larger. But take time to work out your color preferences: are you a maximalist with a love of deep jewel shades and rich paint hues or someone who craves a lighter, brighter working kitchen?...

As private rooms were we relax and unwind, it’s essential that master bedrooms feel tranquil, but they also make perfect spaces to stamp your personal style. When space is at a premium this can be tricky, but with some clever planning there’s no reason why you can’t create a small space with big personality. When designing a small bedroom there’s plenty to think about, from wall color and layout to lighting and the all important master bed, not forgetting essential storage solutions....

‘In our family, we gather around the table to make quirky little creature place cards and birdhouses as handmade gifts,’ says Capucine De Wulf Gooding, author of Together at the Table, whose family celebrates a ‘crafternoon’ tradition on Thanksgiving Day with the best Thanksgiving decorations. From kid-friendly pastimes to magazine-worthy Thanksgiving decorating ideas, these festive DIY projects will help you prep for the big feast and cultivate your attitude of gratitude....

For all it’s an essential element of any well-thought-through kitchen, the kitchen sink can come down the list of design decisions. After all, there are the basics of the kitchen layout ideas, choices about kitchen cabinet style, and your kitchen color ideas and decorating scheme to distill and define. But as the number of sink ideas attests, this practical essential is increasingly seen as a critical element of any design....

‘My client has owned the house for a long time and the decoration was tired, dated and very dark and heavy,’ she tells us. ‘The house was in need of some repairs, so this gave me the perfect opportunity to reinvent it and the chance to transform it into the one-of-a-kind home the client dreamt of.’ Kate used clever room color ideas to connect the spaces, decorating with art already owned by her client to infuse the spaces with character....

Their 1930s home in the San Francisco Bay Area, location of some of the world’s best homes, was bought in 2018, just a few weeks before Shiloh was born. Corine, founder of CM Natural Designs (opens in new tab), says she and Beacher initially thought it would be a starter home, ‘but we fell in love with the location, the light, the view and the yard so we started troubleshooting what would need to be done to make it our long term home,’ says Corine....

If you’re looking to get rid of ivy (the non-poisonous kind) or even get rid of poison ivy, then you should begin with apple vinegar – a natural solution that won’t harm your garden. This tip is entirely expert-approved – and couldn’t come at a better time for taming this invasive plant. Ivy has growth spurts in spring (when its leaves may appear red or green). So, if you find yourself battling ivy, then this natural approach may be the quick solution you need....

Dawn dish soap is nothing new, in fact, it is a staple for many American households, but the Dawn Powerwash spray has quickly taken the original’s place as one of the most versatile cleaning products to be found under your sink. And, as these cleaning tips show, there are countless surprising applications for this spray-on soap, professional cleaners have found. Here are 12 surprising things you can clean with Dawn Powerwash around your home, with spotless results....

It’s difficult to exaggerate the impact color has on how we feel in a space (for us, yellow can make us irritable if exposed to it for too long, while pink is supposedly the most flattering under candlelight). Consider whether you want to coordinate your home office paint colors with the rest of your home’s palette or make it totally different, drawing a firm line between work and play. Working from home frees up lots of time – a study by the University of Chicago showed that US workers saved over 9 billion hours in 2020 as they no longer had to travel to work....

When it comes to room color ideas, you could choose your favorite color, with shades that are personal to us working wonders on our moods. Alternatively, opt for bright, bold, or nature-inspired shades that are proven to have a positive impact on your mood. It can be easy to fall back on safe shades and neutrals when decorating a home, but being adventurous with color can make us happy. ‘Color has the power to transform how a space makes you feel,’ says Ruth Mottershead, creative director at Little Greene (opens in new tab)....

With their delicate, exotic-looking flowers, orchids are the most beautiful houseplants, and there are so many different varieties and colors to choose from. Though they have a reputation for being high-maintenance, they are actually very easy to look after once you know how. However, as part of your orchid care regime, you must learn to spot when it’s time to repot them, and when to leave them alone. When to repot orchids – expert guide Orchids should be repotted every one to three years – but only when they need it....

Unlike many of us who may find inspiration online, many of the world’s best interior designers source their inspiration from fellow artists, homeowners, travels around the world – or even a simple garden! Instead of picking up occasional interior design tips, we have asked four of our favorite 1stDibs (opens in new tab) designers to share where they found inspiration for some of their projects. This is what they had to say....

However, garden experts have revealed that using soil in pots is a deceivingly dangerous garden idea that will hinder your plant’s health in the long term. Here’s what you need to know. Why using soil in pots will impact your plants’ health ‘Garden soil is soil that is specifically meant for use in outdoor gardens. It is usually a mixture of loam, sand, and clay, and it is often enriched with organic matter such as compost or manure,’ explains the founder of Gardening Boost (opens in new tab), Rodger St....

See: Kitchen garden ideas – easy ways to get started Here, Nicole, who has just released a new book, Kitchen Garden Revival (opens in new tab), gives us the benefit of her experience on what not to do – and how to plan well so that, come harvest-time, we are rewarded for our efforts. 1. Not integrating your kitchen garden design ‘Take some time to assess your own home style and specific spots in your landscape or yard that might have elements you can tie into your kitchen garden design....

This beautiful property had kept many of its original features, however was a little tired and in need of modernizing. The clients wanted to move the kitchen from a lower basement to the first floor. See: Kitchen ideas – decor and decorating ideas for all kitchens This would be more practical with four young children. It would also enjoy the amazing views from many windows. The client commissioned Martin Holliday, founder and design director of Chiselwood (opens in new tab), due to his extensive experience of working on period and listed buildings....

‘I spend so much time working on beautifying other people’s homes and sometimes neglect my own,’ she said. ‘After spending more time together at home than ever, I wanted to freshen up my home with functionality in mind, while still maintaining a distinctive style that felt comfortable to my kids, but didn’t skimp on design details.’ See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The Elsie Home founder and Manhattan Beach resident has shared her tips and tricks for reinvigorating a home....

Following a major extension project four years ago, the home now counts five bedrooms, four bathrooms and one half-bath among its rooms, as well as 4,300 sq ft of floorspace, excluding an additional attic and basement. ‘The architecture of the original house is a traditional foursquare home, and the architect complimented the original design very nicely with the new design’, says Lavender. ‘We wanted to create a warm, welcoming vibe that complimented the client’s desire for light airy spaces....

Reportedly located in West Hampstead, an affluent neighborhood in north London, Dua Lipa’s residence is among the most exclusive properties – and one of the world’s best homes. The singer’s decorating ideas are just as fashionable as her zip code – featuring an airy skylight roof that fills her living space with light, pastel kitchen appliances and a striking brick wall that brings hints of a New York-style aesthetic to London....