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How to Make Your Home and Garden Feel Like a Greek Holiday — Without It Feeling Clichéd
NewsJun 6, 2026

How to Make Your Home and Garden Feel Like a Greek Holiday — Without It Feeling Clichéd

The article outlines how to give a home or garden a genuine Greek‑holiday ambience without slipping into cliché. It emphasizes sun‑washed neutrals, restrained use of terracotta, olive and muted Aegean blue, and the importance of handmade, textured pieces. A long,...

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What Color to Paint Your Bathroom, According to Color Psychology — Whether You Want a Soothing Sanctuary or a 'Wake...
NewsJun 5, 2026

What Color to Paint Your Bathroom, According to Color Psychology — Whether You Want a Soothing Sanctuary or a 'Wake...

The article explains how bathroom colors influence mood and routine, linking specific hues to psychological effects. Green tones foster calm and balance, while blues can either soothe or energize depending on shade. Yellow injects optimism but requires moderation, and soft...

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5 Things to Add to Your Living Room That Will Make It Feel Less 'Boring'
NewsJun 4, 2026

5 Things to Add to Your Living Room That Will Make It Feel Less 'Boring'

Interior stylist advice highlights five simple interventions that can transform a bland living room without a full remodel. By adding pattern, richer natural materials, a bold‑colored accent, sculptural pieces, or an unexpected object, homeowners can inject contrast, texture, and personality....

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Curated Finds for Miranda — Dining Tables
NewsJun 3, 2026

Curated Finds for Miranda — Dining Tables

Iokasti delivered a personalized edit of dining tables and chairs for client Miranda, focusing on minimalist, mid‑century modern and contemporary styles that fit a double‑height light‑well space and a budget of roughly $3,800 (≈£3,000). Because round tables for six‑to‑eight seats...

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Decorating With Hunter Green Has Just Become Very, Very Cool Again — And This Paint Brand Just Launched the Perfect...
NewsJun 3, 2026

Decorating With Hunter Green Has Just Become Very, Very Cool Again — And This Paint Brand Just Launched the Perfect...

Lick × Hunter has launched a limited‑edition paint called Green 170, a deep hunter‑green hue with blue‑black undertones. The colour is positioned as a heritage‑inspired, bold option for 2026 interiors, backed by a scrub‑ and stain‑resistant formula. Designers urge full‑room, eggshell finishes to...

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This 'Fussy' Curtain Style Is Making a Comeback in 2026 — It Adds Romance and Whimsy, but Only "When Styled...
NewsJun 3, 2026

This 'Fussy' Curtain Style Is Making a Comeback in 2026 — It Adds Romance and Whimsy, but Only "When Styled...

The ruffle‑top curtain valance, once dismissed as fussy, is back as a 2026 interior design staple. Designers recommend hanging the fabric higher, pairing it with neutral tones, and using lightweight linen or cotton to keep the look contemporary. The trend...

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This Just-Launched IKEA Bottle Rack Is the Detail That Will Make Your Kitchen Cabinets Look Custom — And It Can...
NewsJun 2, 2026

This Just-Launched IKEA Bottle Rack Is the Detail That Will Make Your Kitchen Cabinets Look Custom — And It Can...

IKEA has launched the VARIERA Bottle Rack, a flat bamboo organizer that slides into any cabinet, drawer, or even a fridge. Priced at £2 (about $2.60), it holds bottles, cans, spice jars and other containers while giving shelves a custom‑look....

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Curated Finds for Annabel — Bedside Tables
NewsJun 1, 2026

Curated Finds for Annabel — Bedside Tables

Iokasti curated a six‑item bedside‑table edit for Annabel, targeting a modern, minimalist Scandinavian look while respecting a maximum width of 40 cm. The selection balances compact dimensions—ranging from 35 cm to 43 cm wide and 45 cm to 60 cm high—with practical drawer storage. Options...

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Marbleized Patterns Are Making a Comeback — The Painterly Swirls Feel So Nostalgic, and Nod to Nature Without Being Too...
NewsJun 1, 2026

Marbleized Patterns Are Making a Comeback — The Painterly Swirls Feel So Nostalgic, and Nod to Nature Without Being Too...

Marbleized patterns are resurging in interior design as homeowners seek relaxed, layered aesthetics that feel handcrafted and organic. The technique, known as suminagashi, dates back to 10th‑century Japan and has been embraced by designers like Lucy Harris and Whitney Romanoff...

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5 Things You Should Always 'Size Up' In Your Home, or Risk Cheapening Your Scheme
NewsMay 31, 2026

5 Things You Should Always 'Size Up' In Your Home, or Risk Cheapening Your Scheme

An interior stylist warns that many homes look cheap because of proportion mistakes, not poor taste. The piece advises homeowners to "size up" five key categories—rugs, mirrors, curtains, lighting, and storage—to create a calmer, more luxurious feel. Specific guidelines include...

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Olive vs Sage Green —Which Is the Better Color to Decorate With in 2026?This Is the One You Should Choose
NewsMay 28, 2026

Olive vs Sage Green —Which Is the Better Color to Decorate With in 2026?This Is the One You Should Choose

Olive green has emerged as the dominant shade in 2026 interior design, outpacing sage green in both residential and commercial projects. Designers cite its warmth, depth, and ability to create immersive, statement‑making spaces, especially when paired with natural materials like...

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16 Designer-Look Curtains That Cost Under £100 and Will Instantly Elevate a Room
NewsMay 26, 2026

16 Designer-Look Curtains That Cost Under £100 and Will Instantly Elevate a Room

Design Lab stylist Miaad Latoof curates a collection of 16 designer‑look curtains priced under £100 (≈ $128), proving affordable options can rival high‑end window treatments. The guide highlights how fabric choices—from linen‑look panels to chenille velvet—affect a room’s light, texture, and...

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An Outdoor Pendant Light Is the Thing Your Garden Is Missing to Make It Feel Actually Cozy — Here's Where...
NewsMay 26, 2026

An Outdoor Pendant Light Is the Thing Your Garden Is Missing to Make It Feel Actually Cozy — Here's Where...

Outdoor living is shifting toward an interior‑style ambiance, and lighting is the key driver. Designers stress diffusion over brightness, recommending pendant fixtures that blend warmth with weather resistance. The Ben Rechargeable Outdoor Pendant in brass from Pooky Lighting tops the...

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4 Exterior Paint Trends for 2026 You Should Really Know About Before Even Picking Up a Paintbrush This Summer
NewsMay 24, 2026

4 Exterior Paint Trends for 2026 You Should Really Know About Before Even Picking Up a Paintbrush This Summer

Exterior paint trends for 2026 are shifting toward nature‑inspired palettes, gentle heritage hues, tonal trims, and playful furniture colors. Experts highlight greens, olives, warm whites, and muted earth tones as the backbone of wall and trim selections, while pastel shades...

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