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In a world of convenient hand mixers, this Cusinart RHM-100 EvolutionX 5-Speed Cordless Hand Mixer goes one step further, with the added bonus of being free from the restraints of a cord completely. There are plenty of hand mixers on the market making this turn towards cordlessness, including the KitchenAid Cordless Hand Mixer, known for its iconic retro look. It’s an especially handy feature for those lacking plug sockets around their kitchen, but does it appeal to every home baker?...

See: Interior design trends – the top looks for the New Year My style comes directly from a childhood watching my father, George Oakes, at work. He was head designer and bespoke painter at Colefax and Fowler and often worked from home. Although I gained an MA in fine art, it was my father who taught me the techniques involved in decorative painting, sending me to the South of France to fulfil a commission he didn’t really want to take on as he’d recently retired....

The interior designer’s company began work on this farmhouse-style new-build while it was still made of bare framing, studs and gravel. Now, the Long Island property is a stunning, light-filled home equipped to deal with family life effortlessly. ‘We wanted to create a home for the homeowners that is completely one-of-a-kind,’ said Teich. ‘A space that they can live in comfortably with their daughter and two dogs that still had a mix of glam and rustic charm....

Designed by Stuart Silk in the late 90s, the Seattle property was in need of some modern reimagining. Its new owner turned to design studio Hoedemaker Pfeiffer to help get things in order. The team said, ‘When a powerhouse bachelor approached our multi-disciplinary studio to help transform his newly purchased Mediterranean style hillside home, we answered the call. We set out to create a sophisticated but effortlessly comfortable oasis. ‘Nearly every surface of every room both in and out of doors was reworked....

See: Pantry ideas – versatile storage that’s equally suited to modern life Tom Howley (opens in new tab), Design Director of the eponymous kitchen design company, says: ‘Smaller than a walk-in pantry, a double pantry is a great place to hide all the everyday chaos.’ Jamie Blake, Creative Director, Blakes London (opens in new tab), agrees, saying: ‘A double pantry has become a much-coveted staple for the middle-class kitchen. Open plan living has increased our desire to hide away appliances from the prime real estate that is the kitchen countertop....

The ultimate entertainment station, a garden bar will become an enjoyable al fresco hub for your family and guests to come together and appreciate all year round. If you’ve been contemplating outdoor kitchen ideas for your garden, then these stylish garden bars could be the perfect addition to your sociable outside space. Garden bar ideas Garden bar ideas These glorious garden bar ideas, including backyard bars, serving sheds, bespoke beer gardens and courtyard garden cocktail lounges, will help you raise your garden party game whatever your budget....

Although it would be nice to leave fall home prep at fall decor ideas and making the best fall wreath ideas, more important matters such as cleaning out your home guttering, preparing winter insulation, and cleaning the more neglected areas of your home should also be tended to before the temperatures begin to drop. Here, a range of experts have provided their top tips for preparing your home for fall so that you can go into the holiday seasons and start decorating for fall with peace of mind....

While you may have found the best pillow to help you sleep better, your pillow will only maintain its shape and comfort levels for so long. Depending on your pillow’s type, it can be necessary to reinvest after only one year – and forgetting to do so can have an impact beyond your bedroom’s aesthetic. You will probably know that your best mattress is vital to getting a good night’s sleep, but experts warn that pillows, and the condition they are in, are just as significant....

After you have spent time finding and buying a mattress, it is important to know that even the best mattresses need to be flipped or rotated occasionally, although how often you should do this depends on your mattress type. ‘On average, we spend a third of every day asleep, so it is important that our mattress provides us with a level of comfort suited to our preference and good overall support whilst we sleep,’ says Steve Adams, CEO of Mattress Online (opens in new tab)....

As being immersed in nature brings only positives to our health and wellbeing and since we’ll be spending more time in our homes for the foreseeable future, it makes sense to bring elements of the natural world into our homes too. SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN IDEAS TO BRING THE OUTDOORS IN SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN IDEAS TO BRING THE OUTDOORS IN Here, Catharina Björkman, lifestyle expert at Swedish wood burning stove brand, Contura (opens in new tab), encourages us to look towards the future and plan an ‘outdoors in’ style home to promote wellbeing and happiness....

That’s the formal plant introductions dealt with – what you need to know next is that this easy-going, easy growing succulent is one of the best winter houseplants. ‘String of pearls are one of our long-reigning favorites. Their incredible adaptations and unusual appearance means they’ll always have a place on our shelves,’ says Alice Bailey, co-founder of Forest (opens in new tab), which designed a house plant show garden at last year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show....

You’re likely already full of Christmas tree ideas whether you have many years of experience of decorating for the holiday, or this is the first time you’re putting up a tree for the season. But getting the look you want needs the right approach as well as beautiful tree ornaments, string lights and more. The best approach to the task is one that’s step by step, as undertaking the individual tasks in the right order will result in the most pleasing finish and one that’s achieved without having to go back and tweak to create a balanced and effective display....

While living rooms may not be as exacting as kitchens when it comes to their design, their twin uses as both family and entertaining area, plus the hours we spend in them, mean they demand thoughtful and informed design. Layout, furniture, flooring, and decoration must all be factored in when considering living room ideas (opens in new tab) to create comfort, intimacy, welcome, practicality and durablity. How to design a living room layout How to design a living room layout...