Yes, it’s time to rewrite all old-fashioned conceptions about gingham because this century-old design is currently enjoying a renaissance – meaning it is one of the trendiest patterns to bring into your home right now. Though, before you revive a dated piece from the depth of your attic, we’ve noted five interior design tips from design experts who share their styling advice – and this old-school print is not what it used to be....

For many years, white kitchens have dominated our homes – and for good reason: they are easy to live with, timeless and promote light-reflection and calm in what can be a busy (chaotic?) space. Green, on the other hand, is a difficult shade to design with – and you can easily get key elements of the design drastically wrong. So, we have gathered together five of our favorite green kitchen ideas, each with a different approach to the use of green to demonstrate how to get it right....

The actress and lifestyle guru has revealed the ‘best range’ she has ever cooked on comes from Monogram, a luxury appliance brand based in Kentucky. The Shakespeare in Love star has entered a partnership with the manufacturers who in turn outfitted her Los Angeles and Santa Barbara homes. So, if you’re looking to steal kitchen ideas from Californian royalty, this is your chance. Here’s everything you need to know about Gwyneth Paltrow’s favorite kitchen staple....

You’ll need to make a few practical considerations to your hallway flooring ideas to ensure your carpet ideas can keep up with your lifestyle and stay looking its best, but the aesthetic benefits include the chance to add color, texture and crucial visual interest to either the first part of your home anyone will see or the easily forgotten areas that connect your rooms. Hallway carpet ideas Hallway carpet ideas...

A new study* revealed that home bars are now a bigger priority than a new kitchen after one in 13 UK-based homeowners shared plans to create a home bar in 2022. Of the 2,000 homeowners interviewed, 7 percent showed said they would turn their home bar ideas into a reality this 2022 – and they would set aside approximately $17,800 (£14,000) for the renovation process. This is a larger budget than homeowners are willing to spend on new kitchen ideas, home gyms, and new porches....

It’s namesake notwithstanding, the Honor 20 Lite’s design doesn’t really deviate very far from HONOR 10 series. At the front, you get same 6.21-inch Full HD+ display as the HONOR 10 Lite, complete with the same dewdrop notch situated right in the middle of the top bezel. The story’s the same over around the back; you get the same glossy, glass back and dual-tone colour designs. Following right behind is that dreadful – if not horrid – fingerprint magnetism that’s part and parcel of such a reflective material....

From modern minimalism to farmhouse-style, there is a trove of kitchen styles to consider – however – the process of knowing how to find the look for you doesn’t need to be complicated. Whatever your style, the core rules to choosing a kitchen style remain the same. And the process comes down to five points that will translate into every home. How do I choose a kitchen style? How do I choose a kitchen style?...

The good news is you don’t need any specialist tools or equipment to clean a bathroom. A few cleaning cloths, an old toothbrush and a mop and bucket is all that’s really required – and some great cleaning tips, of course. With so many hard surfaces in the bathroom, it’s worth learning how to clean a bathroom with vinegar and make your own chemical-free cleaning spray that powers through dirt and is naturally disinfecting, too....

Curtains are a luxurious window dressing, making a room look elegant, but whether thick and interlined or sheer and lightweight, all could benefit from a deep clean every once in a while. When planning your laundry room ideas, bear in mind that some curtains can be machine washed, but their care needs differ depending on types and fabrics so we’ve put together an expert guide on how to clean curtains and keep them in optimum condition....

It’s not just the noise that’s the problem, of course. Squirrels can damage wood, shingles, ceilings, electric wires and insulation. They can also cause contamination with their poop and urine. It’s one thing to get rid of squirrels in the garden, but to prevent harm to your attic and stay undisturbed by unwanted house guests, it’s vital to remove these pesky critters from your home quickly. This is how to get rid of squirrels from the attic....

Best bought as sets and planted out as individual cloves, grow garlic in a warm sunny spot and know that it loves sinking its roots into well-draining soil. As each clove swells and fattens, the flavor develops, making it even more important to know not just how to harvest garlic properly, but when to harvest garlic for best results. ‘Garlic is easy to grow in your garden – it’s fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require much space,’ say the team at Suttons (opens in new tab)....

Knowing how to tile a floor starts with the easy basics: laying whole tiles in a simple square or rectangular space. The tricky part comes when you have to tackle areas around sanitaryware and doorways. However, these are all skills even a DIYer can learn. If you’re not experienced at the task, it’s best to achieve bathroom floor tile ideas using ceramic tile as it is easier to work with than porcelain and doesn’t come with the high price tag of natural stone....

The good news is that there are plenty of alternative bedroom organization ideas that don’t rely on traditional closet storage to make your primary or guest bedroom not only ordered but stylish as well. Below, design experts offer advice and options for organizing bedrooms with no closet space. 1. Invent hanging space with no footprint 1. Invent hanging space with no footprint Oftentimes, when a room doesn’t have enough floor space, as in small bedrooms, using wall-hung storage is the only option....