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Fawn Wood is a beautiful lodge bursting with character, where traditional features are blended with luxury comforts, and it’s believed to have been frequented by Henry VIII for hunting trips. See: The 10 most sought-after bedroom features, according to Instagram trends Located in Hartfield, East Sussex, in the High Weald, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it has been sensitively renovated to offer a cosy yet plush get-away-from-it-all escape. Hugging the northern edge of the Ashdown Forest, a royal hunting forest in Norman times, the East Sussex village of Hartfield takes its name from the deer that once filled the area....

Geraniums, or pelargoniums, are stalwarts of the summer garden. Available in an array of colors, and flowering continuously provided they are deadheaded, geraniums are perfect for bringing cheer and long-lasting color to hanging baskets, containers and borders. However, they should be one of the winter garden ideas you have in mind when compiling your job list. Planning a winter garden is vitally important when it comes to frost-sensitive plants. While they put on a long display and are perennial plants, geraniums are frost tender, meaning that they will not survive harsh winters – so knowing how to overwinter geraniums is a must if you are keen on growing them....

You may have already incorporated elements of the look into your kitchen without noticing the gradual shift to a more sleek and discreet space. But what exactly does this most subtle of kitchen trends involve, and how to take the best elements of it for your kitchen? Here, experts offer their interior design tips. What is an invisible kitchen? What is an invisible kitchen? According to London-based design studio Millier (opens in new tab) and kitchen designers Lauren Nicholas (opens in new tab), invisible kitchens are those that camouflage into the rest of your interiors – where the conventional parts of a kitchen are ‘gathered together and housed out of sight....

They might be sized up in larger kitchens, or of more compact proportions in smaller rooms, but either way kitchen ideas such as the selection of materials, color, shape and more can make an island into an attention-grabbing feature. An island can also be a brilliant asset when designing a kitchen, separating the working areas from space for family and guests to allow the chef to work safely without being isolated....

The 8,897-square-foot estate is among the most unique properties on Miami island and qualifies as one of the world’s best homes. With its bright, open-plan layout and its panoramic views around the water, this home is a celebration of grandeur and modernity in one of the most exclusive postcodes in South Florida. Known for its luxury and unrivaled party scene, this area is an apt choice for Nayvadius DeMun Wilburn, the rapper who is best known by his stage name, Future....

If you find yourself feeling consistently too hot overnight, or you’re looking for expert-approved ways to sleep better, you may be looking to change your bed linen. And while there is a lot of research around what bedding material is best, the materials to avoid are slightly less-explored. Though, they are equally as important. Therefore, we asked sleep experts for the five bedding materials that are usually best to avoid – so you can shop for the best luxury bedding of your dreams....

This beautiful property had kept many of its original features, however was a little tired and in need of modernizing. The clients wanted to move the kitchen from a lower basement to the first floor. See: Kitchen ideas – decor and decorating ideas for all kitchens This would be more practical with four young children. It would also enjoy the amazing views from many windows. The client commissioned Martin Holliday, founder and design director of Chiselwood (opens in new tab), due to his extensive experience of working on period and listed buildings....

When decorating with mirrors, you can increase light levels and maximize the sense of space in your home instantly. So, it’s unsurprising that mirror staging continues to sit at the top of every designer’s to-do list. However, they’re not the only experts who are turning to mirrors to improve a space. Realtors also suggest that mirror staging is one of the best ways to add value to your home, so if you’re looking to sell your property, the solution could be in how you use this furnishing....

However, choosing white paint for a kitchen in a traditional-look home is not as simple as just picking a tin called ‘white’ – there are thousands of variations of everyone’s go-to shade. To help you find the right white for yours, we asked the experts about how to choose the perfect shade. If you’re looking for more inspiration, check out our traditional white kitchen ideas gallery. 1. Take your cue from your home’s period 1....

‘I’ve never had a closet large enough to actually see what hanging and stored. Now I have this amazing space so simple and well thought through,’ Hilary says after sharing her walk-in closet ideas on Instagram (below). ‘Now I have this amazing space, so simple and well thought through. Thank you [to the] Closet Factory (opens in new tab) for helping me keep to my budget and still get exactly what I needed… and wanted....

As with any house plant or cut flowers, Christmas foliage requires special care and attention to keep it looking its best from the day you bring it home till long after the Christmas celebrations. It is only natural that H&G have therefore spoken to some of the world’s best florists to steal their essential tips for keeping festive foliage alive. Below, we share these vital, and sometimes surprising, tips. 1. Bring your foliage into your home as close to Christmas as possible 1....

Of course if you know how to grow onions, you’re certain to harvest more than you can use right away, and in this case the right storage technique means you can cook with homegrown onions through the winter. Here, we provide the lowdown on how to store onions whether they’re from the veggie garden or purchased so they’re ready to cook for as long as possible. How to store onions How to store onions...

Interior experts have revealed a simple method that will discourage dust from settling and smooth out any wrinkles appearing on your floor. And whether you’re looking for a way to accentuate your entryway, bedroom, or living room carpet ideas, the process remains the same. Knowing how to stretch a carpet doesn’t need to feel like a chore with the right tips and tools. To follow this method, you will need:...