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Is KitchenAid's colour of the year 2026 'anti-trend' or just 'dated'? Settle our debate

KitchenAid has announced 'spearmint' as the colour of the year for 2026, and it's divided the opinions on the Ideal Home team

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I refused to let my cluttered galley kitchen stress me out – this is how I doubled my storage and restored order in a small space

I won't let a lack of kitchen storage beat me...

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I'm a kitchen editor, and these are the 12 pieces I would buy for an English country kitchen – affordable picks with a modern twist

Classic buys with on-trend twists

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Step aside, hydrangeas, there is a chic new ‘it’ plant for 2026, and it’s the perfect low-effort way to add impact to a garden

We're celebrating the year of the cabbage

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If you spot any of these warning signs during heavy rain, then water could be getting into your home, and you’ll need to act fast

Keep your eyes peeled for signs of water ingress

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I just discovered the 7 things you should *never* store under your bed – according to Feng Shui experts, they'll ruin your sleep

If you want to create more restful energy in your bedroom, avoid putting these items under your bed

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As a Gardens Editor, this is the beautiful shrub I recommend to anyone with a damp garden – it thrives in wet, clay soil, and it's really low-maintenance

It thrives in wet, clay soil

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4 of my favourite low-effort DIY projects that I promise will kickstart your decorating mojo after the long winter months

Easy, budget-friendly wins that will make a big difference in your home

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I've tested dozens of pans as a home economist – this Le Creuset set is the one that's made me want to transition to non-toxic stainless steel for good

Turns out cooking without non-stick coatings is a breeze with the right cookware set

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Amanda Holden's new DFS sofa range is as glamorous as you'd expect – but this showstopper is her favourite piece

Did someone say pink fluffy pouffe?

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I’m a firm believer that storage solutions should be as pretty as they are practical – I think these fabric hooks from Oliver Bonas will convince you, too

Say it with me: 'storage solutions should be pretty!'

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I moved into a tiny studio flat last year – this is how I managed to fake a ‘living room’ in a 22 sqm2 space

And if I can do this in my little studio, you can replicate this in any small or open-plan living room, too

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4 things minimalists throw out every day (and why you probably should too)

Some of them might surprise you

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I saw all the best bits of George Home's new homeware collection IRL – these are the hidden gems I'm adding to my basket ASAP

The best pieces hiding in the spring/summer range

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'Convenience kitchens' is the design ethos that will transform how you use your kitchen – these 3 design tips put functionality first

Designing for convenience is the way forward

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A derelict flower shop is now a small but perfect home

The clever conversion makes the most of every part of the compact floorplan

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Why I think in pops not palettes when choosing colours for my home – how I've nailed a 'calm colour' approach and my tips to help you do the same

Create a peaceful foundation and then layer in colours that make you smile

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I've spotted Nigella Lawson is a longtime fan of this hugely popular cookware brand – I'm going to be imitating her choice of colour with this viral pan

The chef owns this Instagram-famous pan in the most charming shade

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The rain killed my friend's pot plants, so I told her to try this £6 solution – now, her container plants are thriving (even in torrential downpours!)

It's so simple, but *so* effective

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I checked Habitat’s website every day, waiting for the chrome Caliban table lamp to come into stock – it’s finally here, and I’m calling it an instant classic

I feel like a kid at Christmas!

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I’m adding B&M to my little black book for tableware– their new Mediterranean-inspired home collection is serving up serious holiday charm

Living La Dolce Vita!

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What to do with hydrangeas in February – these key garden jobs will have your plants ablaze with colour come spring and summer

Get your hydrangeas prepped for the new season

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I love the look of a log burner, but don’t want the hassle or expense of installing one — this beautiful electric heater is the alternative I’ve been searching for

The VonHaus Electric Stove & Log Store is an ideal option ifm like me, you want the log burner look on a budget

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Habitat has divided the internet with its ‘marmite’ £280 bed frame –but this chic design is surprisingly easy to style

Styled well, this bed frame becomes a stunning, retro accent for your bedroom

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'This place has so much potential' – how our old cottage is finally becoming the home we saw in our heads the first time we walked through its crooked old doorway

This is when the house begins to come together as a home

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