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Should Kitchen Countertops Be Light or Dark? Experts Reveal the Pros and Cons of Both

Designing a kitchen is tough enough and then choosing the shade of the counter can be even more confusing. Thankfully experts are here to help

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Outdoor Fall Decor Ideas — 7 Ways to Cozy up Your Yard for the Changing Season

It's time to bring your blankets outdoors and light the fire pit as you prepare your outdoor space for crisp fall temperatures

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Walk in Shower Costs — Experts on How to Budget for This Important Bathroom Update

If you're planning on adding a walk in shower to your bathroom, experts offer advice on the costs of shower type, selected materials, and labor

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How Big Should a Living Room Rug Be? Your Ultimate Guide to Size, According to Designers

Interior designers offer advice on how to pick the right size of rug, and the best way to place it in your home

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5 Mistakes to Avoid in a Small Living Room — And What to Try Instead to Flatter a Compact Space

These design choices are only amplifying the problems of a small living room, say interior designers — heed their advice on how to dodge the pitfalls

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4 Outdoor Kitchen Materials Designers Want You to Know About — For Grilling Spaces That Last

Take it from the pros — these materials for outdoor kitchens guarantee durability, style and longevity

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Colors That Don't go With Gray — 'These 4 Combos are Just Jarring,' Say Experts

While gray goes with lots of other colors, these pairings are not the best match for this popular neutral — here's what experts avoid, and what they do instead

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Things You Should Never Store in a Living Room — These 4 Items May be Ruining Your Home's "Calm"

Find alternative homes for these items according to organizational experts

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Which Two Colors Should Not Be Used Together in Your Home? 'Stay Away From These 4 Combos,' Say Experts

Top experts list out some of the most unpalatable color pairings for interiors, and offer alternatives that look better

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What is the "Kitchen Work Triangle"? Designers Explain This Almost 100-Year-Old Design Rule

The kitchen work triangle is an idea that's focused on improving ergonomics and workflow in your cooking space. Here's what you need to know about it

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5 Things Low Maintenance Bathrooms Never Have — 'These Will Render The Space Impractical,' Say Experts

For an easy-to-maintain, smooth-running bathroom, ensure that these ill-considered elements are far away from the space

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"They Can Add A Sense of Calm" — Kitchen Curtains Are the Designers' Secret For Making Your Space More Homely

These kitchen curtain ideas are your ready reckoner for choosing long-lasting, durable and stylish drapes for your windows

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'Out of Sight, Out of Mind' — 4 Ways to Hide the Light Wires Under a Kitchen Cabinet

While undercabinet lights are super practical, they have a small downside — their visible network of wires can spoil the look of the room. Experts tell us how to hide this eyesore

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What Color Kitchen Hardware is in Style For 2024? 'This Pick is Going to be Truly Timeless,' Say Experts

Give your kitchen an instantly refreshed look with hardware that sparkles with on-trend colors. Can you guess which one is high on style currently?

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Should You Have Lights Over The Kitchen Island? Designers Unanimously Agree If They Are Worth Budgeting For

While we all understand the need for good general illumination, are special lights above the island all that important? Experts have a definitive answer

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What's the Best Bed For a Small Room? Experts Share 5 Styles With Their Pros and Cons

Experts say these bed styles will suit the tiniest, narrowest and most cramped bedrooms

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I Didn't Know I was Making These Small Bedroom Layout Mistakes Until Designers Pointed Them Out

...and now I know exactly how to arrange furniture, storage and lighting in my small bedroom's layout

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How to Keep an Entryway Feeling Warm - 5 Tricks to Try That Don't Include Turning on the Heating

Entryways can feel chilly at this time of year, but - heaters aside - you can cozy up the entrance with clever design elements

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What's the difference between Corian and Quartz countertops? This guide will help you decide between them

Renovating your kitchen and unsure what to pick between Corian vsQuartz countertops? We ask the experts for their help

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These 5 things are making your living room look "cheap", warn designers

Is your living room falling short of a luxurious look? It may be because of the decor choices you're making, say experts

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5 storage mistakes people with clutter-free kitchens never make - they'll make you re-think your remodel plans

The most common kitchen storage mistakes designers always spot that are hampering your kitchen's functionality and style

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10 paint tricks for low ceilings that will make your room's "fifth wall" feel higher and more impressive

These paint tricks for low ceilings suggested by top experts show how color and lighting can be used to create an illusion of height

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6 tricks to make a small outdoor dining space feel bigger and function better

A small outdoor dining space can have a big personality – all you need are the right design elements

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10 living rooms with creative open shelving that helps bring their owners' personality to these spaces

With these open shelving ideas, it's easy to bring character and charm to your living room walls

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How do I make the most of a small living room? 10 ways to put every square inch to work in a tiny space

Make the most of a small living room's limited area with these clever ideas that make your space work harder

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