After years of living in a ’throw away society’ we’re celebrating taking a ’less is more’ approach by decorating with a neutral color palette and natural materials. We spoke about decorating with neutrals with Becca Casey of Becca Interiors (opens in new tab). Once you’ve finished, you can see more of the world’s best homes on our dedicated page. 1. Keep within a tonal color palette 1. Keep within a tonal color palette...
However, there are some designs that will suit most homes, whatever their makeup, and which are timelessly elegant. Farmhouse kitchens, particularly those that lean towards modern farmhouse style, are amongst the most popular of American kitchen styles, and it’s obvious why: they are smart and so easy to live with. Talking about this kitchen, Lauren Wright, Senior Design Consultant at Roundhouse (opens in new tab) says: ‘The client tasked us with creating a timeless kitchen for her period style new-build property....
More homeowners are opting for products that promise to reduce impact on the environment, whether that’s cabinets made from responsibly sourced timber; eco paints for surfaces; or energy-efficient appliances. When it comes to kitchen ideas, a timeless design crafted from high-standard materials will stand the test of time. It can be repainted for a smart refresh, or new counters added for an instant revamp. When you do want to replace your existing cabinets with new, there is an option to buying a box-fresh kitchen – buy a pre-loved kitchen that has been carefully sourced to offer impeccable finish and quality....
The resulting redesigned home offers exactly the balance the family were looking for. A stylish combination of new and original features, alongside upcycled and repurposed elements, preserves the character of the original building and makes it one of the world’s best homes. The family called on interior designer Georgia Zikas (opens in new tab), who was delighted to come up with inspiration and practical solutions for a full renovation of the 1920s historically protected home....
Creating a special space for a new arrival is an important ritual for many parents, particularly because coming up with bedroom ideas for a newborn takes a little bit of extra thinking. Preparing a room for their earliest months means thinking practically as well as stylishly, but also being conscious of creating a cozy environment that both baby and parents enjoy spending time in. Baby girl nursery ideas Baby girl nursery ideas...
Hanging baskets are some of the most eye-catching garden ideas, and are vital for adding interest to the vertical plane as part of your container gardening ideas. As well as brightening up walls and fences, they make fantastic pergola ideas, and create a striking first impression at the front of a house, so be sure to include them in your front garden ideas too. ‘In outdoor spaces, hanging baskets can add to a welcoming curb appeal or beautify a patio or entertaining area....
Blue can represent the deep blue sea and bring back memories from a much loved holiday, or the color of the sky that you can see from your bathroom window. It’s evocative and relaxing, and plays well with many other colors, too. Below, we’ve listed our favorite bathroom ideas in this most relaxing of colors – there are warm and cool tones to suit every taste, room size and orientation....
Today you can browse, buy and bid for art online, pop-up galleries are mushrooming and, in cities, the rise of the mega gallery continues apace as new spaces promote the knife-edge of contemporary art. Art, to put it bluntly, is out there. Buying art is the easy bit, but forming a collection – a body of work that you love but which also has artistic merit – is more challenging. There is a huge difference between a ‘comfort’ artwork that looks pretty, and one with longevity....
In one of the most sought-after tree-lined streets in Houston, the house was going to have to be special to stand out from its neighbors – many of them were architectural gems. So once builders Al Ross Luxury Homes had handed the new home over to its new owners, the couple asked designer Benjamin Johnston to create an elegant, but casual home that embraced indoor-outdoor living. Benjamin soon established his clients’ main priorities for the interiors....
Recent snaps shared on Victoria’s social media offer a glimpse into the couple’s London kitchen, with towering cabinetry by luxury Italian manufacturer Officine Gullo. Known for its high-end metal-based designs and extraordinary range cookers, Officine Gullo is a leader in kitchen design – and we’re big fans of the brand’s cabinetry and ornate accessories, all of which combine beauty and functionality effortlessly. In the first of the recent images shared on Instagram (opens in new tab), Victoria Beckham is sitting alongside her friend and actress Eva Longoria Baston....
A naturally organic shade, green is very easy to live with. Take inspiration from the varied greens and textures of the forest. For a soothing ambiance, layer lighter or darker tones with tactile fabrics such as linens and velvets. There are many different shades of green across the spectrum that pair well with many other colors within interior design. The important thing is to pair whatever hue you choose with the right accent color to create a feeling of flow throughout a room....
Of course, home theaters are also highly desirable in their own right, even if you’re not selling yet. One luxury home designer* is reporting that over 80% of its high-end homes now feature a home theater. Home theaters clearly are how high-net-worth home owners have solved the problem of being unable to go to the movies because of the pandemic. But is adding a home theater a cost-effective move when it comes to selling?...
Often compact rooms defined by a minimalist, functional design that contains only the essentials, a dorm room is space crying out for decoration and creativity. More than just a tiny bedroom, a dorm room is a place for relaxing, socializing and of course, studying, so finding the perfect balance between style and practicality is key when planning your bedroom ideas for teenagers. Exploring dorm room ideas, whether you’re looking for teenage girl bedrooms or teenage boy bedrooms, and ways to make this small bedroom feel more homey and personal will ultimately create a more inviting space that you will want to spend time in....
