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The house in Southern California offers an insight into celebrity living as Omar was the creative talent behind the home of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner. The home, called ONIN, is a masterclass in biophilic living and is described as a work of art that offers the finest in luxury living, firmly cementing its place as one of the world’s best homes. Speaking about its inspiration, Jae says: ‘The period following the Onin War of Japan was an extremely interesting time in Japanese history as such immense creativity, artistry, and spirit sprang forth following a time filled with hardship and turbulence, similar to a phoenix rising from the ashes....

It’s not merely holiday gatherings or neighborhood get-togethers we’re aching for, but the pleasure of preparation, too – decorating our homes for social occasions is an activity we love. Which is why we’re loving this new range from LoveShackFancy (opens in new tab), which includes everything from timeless tablecloths to perfect place settings. See: Monique Lhuillier’s Pottery Barn collection will leave your home Instagram-ready Since its inception in 2013, LoveShackFancy – recognized for its stylish silhouettes and floral finds – has become a household name for dressing our homes for favorite occasions....

Both satisfy the pizza craving, in very different ways – but only one lets you hone your craft as a pizzaiolo (i.e. one who makes pizzas) until you’ve reached a level of pizza perfection you might never have experienced otherwise. I’ll let you infer which is which. The more I use the Ooni Karu 16, and more importantly the more I eat the pizzas it creates (in a matter of seconds – the cooking, not the eating), the better it gets....

However, this does not mean it is ideal, and you will, of course, want to ensure that it is trapped air that is causing the cloudy water. If it isn’t trapped air, the reasons why your tap water might be cloudy can mean varying solutions, so the first step is discovering which, if any, of the reasons below are the cause of your water troubles. We asked plumbing professionals for the reasons why tap water is cloudy, and how to prevent it, plus how to spot when cloudy tap water means there is a wider problem with your home heating or pipework....

Trestle Glen was the first master-planned housing development in the United States, featuring small lots and tree-lined streets designed by the Olmsted brothers, sons of Central Park designer Frederick Law Olmsted. THE PROPERTY When they became only the third owners of a charming Tudor built in 1927, they knew they were home for a long time. Over the past 17 years, they have shared large Sunday dinners and celebrated countless birthdays with their extended family and friends, including many neighbors, gathered around their table....

See: our spaces section for more inspiring featured homes See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property The property It was an opportunity, the couple realised, to create a home that would be large enough for them and their three young children, and for them to work and entertain comfortably. There was scope not only to extend upwards, backwards and sideways, there was also an opportunity to go down....

For the definitive rundown on the differences between a bath sheet and a bath towel, we spoke exclusively to Lucy Ackroyd, head of design at Christy Towels. Lucy has worked in towel and textile design at the brand for nearly 20 years, while Christy itself has been manufacturing towels for 170 years – you can buy them across the country, but Bloomingdales has good selection. That’s some impressive combined expertise and coverage....

Perhaps the best part of planning a cut flower garden is choosing which blooms to grow. A good starting point is to think about color. By picking plants in hues that complement one another, however they’re combined, creating show-stopping bouquets will feel effortless. ‘I like to mix vibrant pink cosmos and dahlias and dusky pink zinnias with pops of orange from Mexican sunflowers and crocosmia for colorful late summer arrangements,’ says stylist Selina Lake (opens in new tab)....

As second home sales continue to soar, and we all look for the best place to buy a house these are the spots to keep an eye on for the perfect escape. If you’re not tempted by the best places to buy a second home in Europe and prefer a spot within the US vacation rental site, Vacasa (opens in new tab), has revealed the best places to buy a beach house in a new report....

Now no longer a place just to relax and unwind, paint ideas for every room need to adapt to become multitasking spaces in the ‘new normal’, incorporating areas where we can work, rest and play. As a result, our decor needs to reflect this new flexibility, while also embracing a look that we won’t tire of too quickly. Color combinations for rooms Color combinations for rooms We’ve asked a panel of industry experts for their views on what color combinations work well together for them – using a color wheel will help you get it right....

Blue paint is the latest unexpected shortage to hit the consumer market, continuing the bizarre list of items that have been difficult to get hold of, from building materials to swimming pool chlorine. So, if you’re set on blue room ideas this season, you may find it difficult to find blue paint, depending on your chosen brand and shade. Why is there a blue paint shortage? Why is there a blue paint shortage?...

See ourDesign house: A beautiful lakeside home in Washington, designed by Terry Hunziker THE PROPERTY THE PROPERTY The entire project was new construction. ‘We completed the design portion of the project in a little over 6 months, from the initial design concepts to the installation, so that it was ready in time for the family to enjoy it for their first ski season,’ explains Elizabeth Cooper. ‘Because there are several member’s lodges and clubhouses throughout this amazing property, that have a very traditional mountain/alpine aesthetic, the homeowners and I decided to include some traditional mountain elements –such as the dark wood kitchen cabinetry – while also making the interiors be reflective of their more colourful, classic aesthetic to really personalise it and differentiate....

See: World’s best homes – more of the globe’s most beautiful properties The two-storey layout of this property has hardly changed since it was built. On the ground floor, there is a separate dining room and sitting room and the kitchen with ‘retro carpentry’ remains in an annexe. Upstairs, Elizabeth had partition walls removed between the bedrooms and the terraces that wrap around the house, which has made the rooms feel much lighter....