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A design philosophy of innovation and effortless liveability characterises the work of Curry, who specialises in high-end residential, retail and hospitality projects that are personal, practical and beautiful. Current work includes a waterfront estate in the Hamptons, a major renovation of a Modernist house in Los Angeles and several apartment residences in New York. See: Interior design trends – the top looks for the New Year Other recent projects also include the New York flagship for luxury jewellery brand, Jemma Wayne, a modern makeover of a sprawling ranch style home in Rye, New York, and a series of penthouse suites at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas....

It’s important to include areas of shade and full sun in your backyard. Not only does the right balance make for a more pleasant place to relax, but it allows for a greater diversity of plants and creates a better habitat for wildlife. With changing climates, fast-growing trees also play an important role in providing shade for homes quickly, helping to reduce overheating. Yet, conversely they can minimize the impact of adverse weather conditions such as flooding....

Trees are one of the most important garden ideas – attracting wildlife, cleaning the air, and adding color and interest throughout the seasons. Sarah Squire, chairman of Squire’s Garden Centres (opens in new tab), believes that planting a tree should be at the top of everyone’s small garden ideas. ‘If there is one thing I think we could all do for our world fairly easily, it is to plant a tree,’ she says....

There are a number of features that set the Birch Luxe Natural mattress apart from the original, and even some of the best mattresses, and they’re all pretty lavish. First and foremost, the Luxe boasts two extra comfort layers, the part of the mattress that adds loft and softness. One of those extra layers is made from a blend of organic wool and organic cashmere, while the standard mattress sticks to organic wool....

See: World’s Best Homes – our pick of extraordinary properties The Post (opens in new tab) was the first to report that the Coldplay singer and Fifty Shades of Grey star invested in their first home together back in October 2020. The modern Cape Cod-style estate sits on Point Dume in Malibu, and has six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and 5,338 square feet of space. There’s a home cinema, office, a two-storey detached guest house – with games room, living room, bedroom and bathroom – a pool with a spa, and and a three-car garage....

And while we have skewed it towards buys for the home – as you would expect – we have also chosen pieces just because they are beautiful, of wonderful quality, and guaranteed to please. 9 Christmas gifts for design lovers These Christmas gifts will suit a design-conscious home – or person (you know the type: their Christmas decorating ideas are always so beautiful). So, this holiday season, show everyone just how much value you find in them by spoiling them with one of these stylish selections....

I tested the Cosori Dual Blaze air fryer for a number of weeks, both in my own home and in our test kitchen, to see if this bulky air fryer is a good option for family kitchens. Despite its smart tech, I didn’t feel like the dual heating design makes any real difference between some of the best air fryers I’ve tested over the years. However, this generous air fryer is perfect for those looking for a reasonably priced and large model that can cook for the whole family....

Since founding her studio Elicyon in 2014, she has built a diverse and multi-cultural team of 25 staff to offer a cross-pollination of knowledge and skills and an ability to create aspirational homes from Dubai to New York to Shanghai. Each project showcases a crisp, elegant aesthetic with great attention to interplay of materials as well as the drama of light and shade considered from every elevation. Her team completed an impressive 11 projects around the world during the challenges of 2020....

The HGTV Home Town host, and her husband, Ben, have built their enviable reputation by revitalizing properties, and of course, this includes their own home in the town of Laurel, Mississippi. Their property epitomizes their love for historic homes and simple, southern living – the latter serving as an enduring influence for the couple. Erin and Ben live with their children, Helen and Mae, in a whimsical home that is – inevitably – a source of traditional decorating ideas rooted in history....

With a strong heritage values – a range of paints were developed for the National Trust, so helping it to restore period properties with palettes sympathetic to their eras – its colours adorn the walls of some of the most prestigious properties and art galleries worldwide. We’ve gathered our favourite and your most-loved white paint for your inspiration. See: White kitchen ideas – for a stylish scheme that will stand the test of time...

Flora’s eclectic designs epitomize all we love about this style – from her audacious fabrics to ornate wallpapers. Here, Flora, who releases her Pavilion Collection today, shares her interior design tips – and how to achieve the look through printed fabrics. How to curate a classic British style with patterned textiles There is an un-precious quality to a naturally British aesthetic, with a sense of nonchalance where not everything needs to sit alongside each other in perfect harmony....

Aesme Studio has announced it will be hosting a programme of floral design classes in London in 2020, with a strong focus on seasonal and sustainable design and reviving the immersive art-form of natural flower arranging. See: Harrods unveils new Home Fragrance room - here’s what we love Week-long intensive masterclasses will cover bouquet-making, table flowers for events and the home, urns and large-scale installations. For beginners, half-day classes in hand-tied bouquet or arrangement-making will provide a fantastic introduction to the art of flower arranging in a loose, natural style....

However, that doesn’t mean you can’t bring your favorite international style to your own home to get that cultural fix. Thankfully, we have a host of global style interior design ideas to get you started. See: Interior design tips – decorating secrets for the world’s top experts 10 chic global style ideas – so you can holiday at home From oh-so-chic France to the captivating islands of Greece, interior designers Jen Bernard brings a taste of global style to your home from our favorite destinations....

Incorporating an annex into your house design can also be a financially beneficial addition to your home. Not only will adding an annex increase your home’s value but you can also rent it out to provide a profitable secondary income. What is an annex? An annex is a self-contained living space – featuring a kitchen, bathroom and bedroom – which is part of an existing house. The annex can be attached to the main property or housed in a converted outbuilding such as a barn or garage....

It may sound a little extravagant, but a vintage tub or shower in the garden makes a lovely feature – and it’s increasingly popular; you’ll find many a spa and hotel with a well-appointed outdoor tub. And, whilst a homemade garden spa may not be fed from a hot mineral spring or sat in a woodland setting, there’s much that can be achieved at home. See: Five beautiful ways to style your cushions for a simple, easy update The team at natural furniture store Indigenous have put together four simple steps to help you create an outdoor bathroom to make the most of your time spent at home this summer....

Not only does knotweed grow at an astonishing speed, it spreads fast, far and wide, and can cunningly regrow from the tiniest portion of its underground root system. Invasive Japanese knotweed can find its way into the smallest cracks in paving and paths, doing damage as its rhizomes expand, especially if close to walls and buildings. In the UK, disposal of Japanese knotweed is restricted, and if you’re selling your UK home, any Japanese knotweed in your garden must be declared....

Exercising some karma and accepting that you can’t get rid of snails completely reduces the stress but when the problem gets out of hand, it’s good to have a few tricks up your sleeve to safeguard your very best garden ideas from destruction. Here, we tell you the best ways to get rid of snails effectively as possible – and to discourage them from coming back. How to get rid of snails Like getting rid of carpenter bees, getting rid of snails is more about prevention than cure – so if you can identify what they love and eliminate it from your garden or protect it so that they can’t reach it, snails will be discouraged from coming in....

See: Kitchen garden ideas – easy ways to get started Cilantro is a hugely versatile herb, as every part of the plant can be utilized for cooking – so learning how to grow cilantro will enable you to harvest the whole crop, from root to flower. ‘Growing in close proximity to the kitchen you can taste a plant at all stages of its development: cilantro’s leaves, flowers, green seeds, and dry seeds all taste very different,’ says three-Michelin starred chef Mauro Colagreco in The Garden Chef (opens in new tab)....

Growing potatoes in containers rather than beds does away with the challenge of digging to harvest and ensuring you haven’t missed any potatoes that will return unplanned next year. Harvesting potatoes grown in containers is easy: simply tip your container onto a tarp and pull out your potatoes. There are no worries about some being missed or reseeding either as they’re easier to spot. Another benefit of finding out how to grow potatoes in a container is that anyone can do it....

A staple herb for any keen cook, rosemary is also highly attractive to bees and other precious pollinators. So, whether adding one pot of rosemary to the patio, or lining entire pathways, or adding them to your list of herb garden ideas or vegetable garden ideas, cultivating your own plants will provide a feast for all. ‘Rosemary is certainly one of the most special and versatile of culinary herbs. It is powerful for flavouring all meat, especially lamb, as well as fish, tomato dishes, beans and lemon sauces,’ says Judith Hann in her book Herbs: Delicious Recipes and Growing Tips to Transform Your Food....