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This is the second acquisition made Corsair this year. Prior to Scuf Gaming, the PC accessories and peripheral brand acquired enthusiast PC builder, Origin PC, back in July. Of course, a year before that, the company bought out the Elgato Gaming division. And with it, the brand’s entire video streaming equipment and video capture cards. The buyout is expected to be completed within the next 30 days. But just as it was with the previous acquisitions, however, Scuf Gaming will still be operating as a separate brand and also retain its current place of employment....

This cordless blender isn’t just designed for those on the go. With impressive power claims, it could be a great stand-in in busy kitchens where you need the best blender for small volumes of ingredients and don’t want the mess and time associated with getting out your main blender. From prepping spice pastes, to even making guacamole this small blender promises to save time and effort for cooks or people who just love a morning smoothie....

This exceptional mansion – which was belonged to Dame Barbara Cartland – boasts approximately 8,513 sq ft of superb accommodation set across five floors, with an impressive outdoor terrace space. After a year as a gossip columnist for the Daily Express, Dame Barbara Cartland published her first novel, Jigsaw (1923), a risqué society thriller that became a bestseller. She also began writing and producing somewhat racy plays, one of which, Blood Money (1926), was banned by the Lord Chamberlain’s Office....

See our news section for more expert tips, event information and just-landed products The Ultimate Interior Design Sale will run from 6 – 11 January 2020, and will see more than 30 international showrooms taking part, augmented by 40 additional house guests selling their wares, includingBatterbury, Posh Trading Company, Ravelle, Robert Langford, Shepel Furniture, Sofa & Chair Company. With discounts of up to 80%, it’s an opportunity to pick up some exceptional pieces from some of the biggest names in design, at equally fabulous prices....

For all our Easter decorating ideas, from makes to decorations, don’t miss our dedicated guide. Easter table decor ideas Easter table decor ideas These pretty Easter table decor ideas range from quick but cute table settings you can put together in minutes to makes that take a little longer. One thing they all have in common: they’re all alluringly pretty. 1. Create a cute table centerpiece 1. Create a cute table centerpiece...

Fall decor ideas are all about bringing the outside in, just without the chilly breeze. Incorporating the colors, scents and textures of the natural world as it drifts from green and lush to orange and crisp will make dining table decor ideas small and large feel at one with the seasons. Be sure your guests get that warm and fuzzy feeling too, with layered linens and candles becoming essentials in the colder months....

Complementing the facade of the house is important, but so, too, is the note the color will strike, be it cheerful and welcoming or more formal and classic. The principles of Feng Shui might also influence color selection of your front door ideas and the maintenance needs of a particular choice will likely come into play, too. Here, we’ve gathered a host of beautiful front door colors both classic and contemporary in their effect for inspiration and asked the experts to share their advice as well....

See our Movers & Shakers section for more makers As a child, I could often be found tinkering around using building waste to make things such as bird tables and boxes. My father is an archaeologist, so an interest in objects and history was ingrained in me from early on. In 1996, I graduated with a BA in Furniture Design and Craftsmanship from Buckinghamshire New University and then went on to work in the studio of furniture designer Fred Baier, where I began to experiment and develop my skills....

Screening can also make different areas of the yard distinct when backyard landscaping ideas include creating different zones, leading to a richer design that slowly unfolds rather than becoming apparent in a single glance. They offer design opportunity in themselves, too, using interesting materials, plants including climbers, trees and shrubs, and even garden buildings and, here, we’ve collected ideas to inspire. Garden screening ideas Garden screening ideas In an ideal world we wouldn’t need garden screening ideas – our yards would be private sanctuaries where we can spend time gardening, entertaining and relaxing away from prying eyes....

Whether it’s a path to your front door, a walkway that meanders around your back garden or a destination path that leads to a particular spot, a gravel garden path can enhance the look of your garden. There is a wide range of plants that struggle without very well-drained soil, and creating a gravel garden is a great way to enjoy them. Plants from the Mediterranean, South Africa and California in the USA thrive in the light, stony conditions and are – by and large – very low maintenance....

KBIS 2022 (the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show) saw the birth of a new branch of the green interior design trend in the shape of kitchen appliances – in sizes great and small. From fridges to stand mixers, this versatile hue is set to take over your kitchen this season. However, as the experts suggest, this green kitchen idea will not fall out of favor anytime soon. Here’s what you need to know before you make the investment....

Whether you’re repurposing a box room to function as your guest home office, have recently moved house to enjoy the benefits of office space, or are looking for ways to work a small home office or bedroom office into an empty corner of your home, our guest office ideas are here to inspire. Designed with productivity in mind, these spaces are stylish and functional, whatever your work from home needs....

From refreshing mint to earthy thyme, there are myriad herbs to choose from, making them an essential addition to your vegetable garden ideas. Not only do aromatic herbs provide a feast for the senses in the garden, but they have the power to transform meals, adding depth and flavor to endless dishes and cocktails. ‘The flavors from freshly picked home-grown herbs are far superior to shop-bought dried alternatives, especially if organically grown,’ says Period Living’s gardening expert Leigh Clapp....