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See: Kitchen garden ideas - easy ways to get started If anybody knows about combining garden and kitchen crazes, it is Sarah Raven (opens in new tab) – the established gardener and cook who has cited edible flowers as one of the most popular trends of the season. We’re taking notes from Sarah as we prepare to serve our guests some fresh homegrown produce in a plant-filled paradise. Why will edible flowers be the biggest trend of the season?...

See: Interior design tips – decorating secrets for the world’s top experts ‘When designing our clients’ homes, it is our top priority to ensure the house feels lived in and homely. Even if we are starting from scratch with no personal possessions (which happens occasionally), we look to ensure the house feels like it has evolved over time,’ says Emma who heads up interior design agency, Sims Hilditch (opens in new tab)....

Top of the shops were the compact disc and anything from the Next Home catalogue. Early adopters embraced loft living and while not everyone could spend ‘A Year in Provence’ (as promoted in Peter Mayle’s bestseller) a preponderance of terracotta, wrought iron and linen meant we could live as if we had. Contributing writers included the likes of Jeffrey Archer, Paula Yates and Valerie Singleton. Perrier, Ernesto & Julio Gallo and, alarmingly, Benson & Hedges held prime ad positions....

Taking on a whole-kitchen remodel can be disruptive, time-consuming and expensive. However, if you’re looking to give your kitchen fresh appeal, painting kitchen cabinets in a new color could be the answer and the easiest – and most affordable – solution. What’s more, painted kitchen cabinets are a great way to add personality. With a huge range of kitchen color ideas to choose from, you can express your creativity, rethink your color scheme and change the whole look of your kitchen, whether you’re painting a classic Shaker-style kitchen or contemporary, clean-lined handleless design....

As student living specialists, Scape (opens in new tab) believes that simple and affordable touches to a space can make all the difference. 1. KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN AND TIDY During this time our home is functioning as both a work space and an area for rest and relaxation. Maintaining tranquil surroundings is just as important for effective work as it is for creating a positive space to unwind in at the end of a busy day....

While the right tiles, paint color or sanitaryware are always going to be hugely important when looking at walk-in shower ideas or bathroom ideas, the functional, ‘moving’ parts are perhaps the most crucial of all. How to choose a shower When planning your shower room design, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the aesthetics, and forget about the practicalities of water pressure or where the pipework can be positioned....

No matter how well you look after your silverware, it will naturally tarnish over time as a chemical reaction from air and light exposure. While we would all love to have a butler such as Downton Abbey’s Mr Carson to polish up our silverware, in the absence of a servant or two, we have asked the experts for their advice on how to clean silver at home. Cleaning silver is far less messy than you might think, and it is very satisfying to restore its shine....

According to the BBC Gardener’s World presenter, this month is the best time to collect the fallen leaves to make leaf mold for your future emerging plants – but what does the process involve? Monty Don’s garden ideas have the answer. What is leaf mulch? Leaf mulch – or leaf mold as you will also hear it called – is a mulch you can start creating in fall and into winter for use the following spring and summer....

The aptly named ‘Polar Express’ home sits adjacent to the verdant Puzzleface Ranch, Wyoming’s first conservation easement, protected for its views of the surrounding Teton Mountains. Properties with such high ceilings are no longer permitted in Teton County, meaning this home is the last of its kind – and one of the world’s best homes. Both the interiors and exteriors are designed to emphasize these views through its 12-meter-high windows and surrounding terrace that showcase the natural surroundings....

See: Laundry room ideas – design and decor inspiration for dedicated washday spaces ‘Secretly I’ve always loved designing laundry rooms. For me they’re such enjoyable and hard-working spaces to design, and when given proper time and thought can really make a difference in the daily lives of our clients,’ says Irene, referring to her interior design consultancy, Gunter & Co (opens in new tab). ‘Equally, it’s the room you most expect to be disappointed by, so it’s all the more surprising when you’re greeted by a beautifully designed space....

See: Interior design tips – decorating secrets for the world’s top experts Back in April 2020, celebrity interior designer Jake Arnold (who has previously worked with John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, Aaron Paul, Rashida Jones, Dan Levy, Sophia Bush, and Julianne Hough) teamed up with entrepreneur Leo Seigel to create The Expert, allows clients to virtually connect with some of the world’s top designers for top-of-the-line interior design consultations – see our report for the full story....

According to reports, Jesse and his husband Justin Mikita sold the property to Leonardo DiCaprio, who is known to be a fan of Spanish-style properties. The couple bought the home for $4.6 million back in 2013. See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The four-bedroom, five-bathroom home, which has also been previously owned by Gwen Stefani and Robert Pattinson, is the perfect blend of contemporary and rustic, with beautiful pops of sky-blue paintwork, terracotta tiles and plant pots, and state-of-the-art finishes....

I always look forward to finding out about the KitchenAid color of the year, and this year was no exception. In my opinion, the 2022 shade ‘Beetroot’ might be one of the best yet, with a deep yet vibrant semi-matte finish that makes a statement without being garish. Then, of course, is the KitchenAid K400 Blender - a long-time staple in the KitchenAid lineup that’s a favorite blender among those who care about style as well as performance....

See our news section for more tips from experts in their field From architecture to interiors, fashion and jewellery to fitness and food, Chelsea flourishes today as a neighbourhood rich in artistry and artisan making. To celebrate this, the Chelsea Design District will see a series of events, experiences and talks from Saturday 14th –Sunday 22nd September. For those looking to marvel at exhibition spaces, key highlights include Duke of York Square’s Saatchi Gallery which will be hosting the inaugural I-MADE, London’s first exhibition solely dedicated to Italian design and manufacture, along with talks and workshops that capture the country’s passion, innovation and craftsmanship....

A Japanese-born tidying consultant, Marie Kondo shot to fame as the author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, and star of the Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. Since then she has helped homes across the world organize their homes with her KonMari method. In her latest book Joy at Work, Marie Kondo tackled the issue of keeping your home office ideas neat and tidy. Speaking exclusively to Homes & Gardens, Marie Kondo explained that when helping clients to declutter and tidy their homes there is one thing she tells them to never get rid of....

If we’re going to take interior design tips on pattern, prints, and color from anybody, it is Molly, so, of course, we were taking notes on everything the textile extraordinaire had to share. Speaking recently to Homes & Gardens in our podcast, The Well-Crafted Life, Molly shares how to build confidence in interior design, and similarly, how to bring courageous patterns into our homes. How to build confidence in interior design – according to Molly Mahon So much of interior design is about confidence, but Molly Mahon (opens in new tab) suggests we should all take courageous risks – whether we’re from a creative background – or completely new to the interiors world....

See: Backyard ideas – decor inspiration for outdoor spaces Gardeners of all abilities are likely to have ‘potted up’ a plant – the seemingly simple act of transporting seedlings into a larger container. However, this initially easy task is not quite as simple as it first seems. In a video for TogetherTV (opens in new tab), Monty Don revealed the common potting mistakes we’re all guilty of making and demonstrated his new method that will save us a lot of compost....

A souped-up version of the existing Ninja Foodi DZ201, the DZ401 has a larger capacity and a dial to select your cooking mode, time and temperature, as opposed to relying on buttons either side of the control panel. We tested the Ninja Foodi DZ401 6-in-1 XL 2-Basket Air Fryer in the UK, where it’s known as the Ninja Foodi MAX Dual Zone Air Fryer AF400UK. There are a few superficial differences, but under the hood it’s the same machine no matter where you buy it....

See: Shopping – our dedicated page to discover what’s new Famous for her uncanny knack of combining unexpected pieces in total harmony, the eponymous accessories range is an exciting celebration of colour, pattern and print. The new lines are an extension of the existing Penny Morrison ‘one off’, limited edition and bespoke made-to-order products. The home accessories range includes cushions, lamp shades, lamp bases, tableware and hurricane lamps. All designed by Penny Morrison the pieces are made by highly-talented artisans in rural communities across the globe....

Prime Day 2023 will be announced early July, giving you plenty of time to choose your perfect grill. Our top ten Prime Day grill deals will be refreshed in time for the sale, and will include a portable model that is ideal for easy storage, a premium gas grill that will be the perfect talking point in your summer barbecues, and a smoker grill that we have tried and tested for its slow and low cooking....