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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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11 living room sofa ideas – from the best styles experts recommend to how to choose the right sofa for your lounge

These are the top sofa silhouettes, arrangements and shopping tips that experts can’t recommend enough when searching for 'the one'

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‘Joyspanning’ is set to be a huge trend in 2026 – 5 ways interior design experts are making their homes more joyful this year

These five easy steps are the key to a happier home environment

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You've been warned – these are the 5 biggest kitchen mistakes designers always have to fix, plus what to do instead

Don't make the same mistakes

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I asked 7 interior designers how they make a living room feel cosy – these are the 5 non-negotiables they recommend to create a cocooning lounge like a pro

These are the 5 ways all interior designers agree you need to make a living room look and feel cosy

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Ceramic colanders are the new must-have kitchen accessory – cookware experts say they could be the key to healthier cooking

Is 2026 the year to invest in ceramic everything for your kitchen?

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This coastal home is a masterclass in effortless New England style

Discover how this couple has nailed a chic New England vibe in their seaside family home

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The single biggest mistake you can make when shopping for a mattress in the January sales – and expert advice on how to avoid it

What not to do when snapping up one of this season's mattress deals

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Energetic Manchester City have lifted last season’s fog, says Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City have regained the energy that eluded them last season and lifted a ‘fog’ over the team

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All is quiet around this festive country home

Christmas is a magical time of year in a remote hamlet in the Yorkshire Dales, and this stone farmhouse feels even more cosy when surrounded by a frosty, wintry landscape

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The 'snowball' decluttering method will clear your home in time for Christmas – the pros say it’s great if decluttering makes you feel overwhelmed

Celebrate the small wins

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I write about sofas day in day out – these are the best times of the year to buy a new sofa, backed by experts (it's how I got mine half price)

And yes, Black Friday is one of them

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3 hosting tips that will get your kitchen guest-ready in less than 15 minutes - you'll want to have these in your repertoire this season

It's the small details that make a big difference

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A masterclass in maximalism decorating, this stunning home proves that more is more in the festive season

It's a masterclass in maximalism decorating

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This is the best kitchen layout for hosting – but these easy 3 tips will make any other layout more sociable too

Make your kitchen work hard for you

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How to choose the best coffee table for your small living room – experts reveal the 5 best styles for a tiny lounge

The ultimate guide to how and where to pick up a stylish and practical coffee table

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How to make an uncomfortable sofa comfier – experts share their quick fixes to make your seating feel better without spending too much

Quick fixes to transform a firm or lumpy sofa

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The 30-inch rule is the sweet spot designers swear by when hanging pendant lights above a dining table or a kitchen island

‘Low enough to illuminate the surface effectively, but high enough to avoid obstructing views’

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These 3 common things can ruin your dining table – according to designers

‘Less is more with dining tables’ – the 3 things interior designers say you should never put on your dining table

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7 things you'll regret not bringing indoors before the first frost hits

Protect your plants, furniture and accessories from the first frost

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Pest control expert reveals the two major ways you can accidentally bring bed bugs into your home

And how to avoid it

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Hotel expert reveals the secret formula professionals use to keep bed sheets white – I've been doing it wrong for years

Hospitality tricks for keeping sheets brilliant white (and not grey and dingy)

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How to plan a small living room – 14 questions experts say you should consider to make the most of a tiny lounge

A step-by-step guide to designing a small living room like a pro

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The £3.50 cleaning buy I use when I have no time to clean as a busy mum of three – it's the only thing that'll tackle my kids' mess

This quick-fix stain remover has become my daily lifesaver

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Adding colour to a neutral scheme has brought this family home to life

This once run-down property now really packs a punch

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