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May 4, 2025

2025's Hottest Rug and Furniture Trends

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2025 is ushering in a new era of home decor, with sustainability and self-expression at the forefront. Natural materials like jute, sisal, and wool are gaining popularity for rugs, emphasizing eco-consciousness and adding texture. Bold patterns and vibrant colors are in, while muted neutrals are fading. Furniture is trending towards curved silhouettes and modular designs, offering flexibility and a sense of playfulness. Vintage and antique pieces are also making a comeback, adding character and a touch of history to modern spaces. Overall, the focus is on creating spaces that are both stylish and reflective of individual personalities.

May 1, 2025

Embracing the Curve: Timeless Design

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Curves are back in a big way, softening the hard lines that have dominated interiors for years. From arched doorways and rounded furniture to circular mirrors and curved kitchen islands, this design trend adds a sense of flow and dynamism to a space. More than just a fleeting fad, curves have a timeless appeal, echoing the natural world and creating a sense of comfort and harmony. This resurgence embraces curves in both subtle and striking ways, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary design and a touch of softness in an increasingly angular world.

April 17, 2025

Illuminating Windowless Rooms: Design Strategies for Bright and Airy Spaces

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Windowless rooms can feel cramped and dark, but clever decorating can transform them into inviting spaces. Maximize artificial lighting with layered sources like overhead fixtures, sconces, and table lamps. Mirrors can create the illusion of windows and bounce light around the room. Light and bright paint colors on walls and ceilings help expand the perceived space, while strategic use of artwork and decorative accents can add depth and interest. Consider adding faux windows, complete with treatments, or incorporating indoor plants to bring life and vibrancy to the space.

April 15, 2025

10 Coffee Table Books Interior Designers Swear By

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Interior designers frequently utilize coffee table books not just for decorative purposes, but also to spark conversation and reflect the homeowner's personality. Popular choices range from visually stunning photography collections showcasing subjects like travel or fashion, to books celebrating specific artists or design movements. These books add a layer of sophistication and visual interest to a living space, acting as stylish accents that can be easily updated to refresh a room's aesthetic. Ultimately, the best coffee table book is one that resonates with the homeowner and complements the overall design scheme.

April 14, 2025

April 2025's Trending Paint Colors

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Embrace the trending colors of April 2025, incorporating warm neutrals like 'Desert Bloom' for a grounding effect, contrasted with invigorating shades like 'Electric Coral' to infuse spaces with energy. Deep blues such as 'Midnight Tide' offer a sense of serenity and sophistication, while soft greens like 'New Growth' bring a touch of nature indoors. Consider accentuating these hues with metallic finishes in copper and bronze for a touch of opulence.

April 11, 2025

Transform Your Bedroom with Dunelm's £35 Bedding Set

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Dunelm's new bedroom range offers affordable updates to transform your sleep space. From brushed cotton bedding sets and textured throws to stylish bedside tables and blackout curtains, the collection focuses on creating a relaxing and inviting atmosphere. With prices starting from just £35, refreshing your bedroom décor doesn't have to break the bank. The range includes various styles and colour palettes, allowing you to personalize your space to reflect your individual taste, whether you prefer a calming minimalist aesthetic or a bolder, more vibrant look.

March 22, 2025

Early 2000s Home Trends Are Back

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Several early 2000s home decor trends are experiencing a resurgence. From the textured walls of Tuscan-inspired homes to the bold colors and patterns reminiscent of maximalism, these styles are finding new life in modern interiors. Dark wood finishes, once ubiquitous in kitchens and dining rooms, are also making a return, often paired with updated hardware and lighter countertops for a contemporary twist. Even the playful, inflatable furniture of the era is seeing a revival, albeit with more sophisticated materials and designs. These nostalgic throwbacks are being reinterpreted and refined for today's tastes, offering a fresh perspective on the defining aesthetics of the Y2K era.

March 21, 2025

Pistachio: The Interiors Micro-Trend

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Pistachio, a soft, calming, and surprisingly versatile shade of green, is emerging as a popular micro-trend in interiors. This gentle hue offers a refreshing alternative to bolder greens and sits comfortably alongside both warm and cool tones. From subtle accents like cushions and throws to larger statement pieces such as sofas and painted walls, pistachio brings a touch of nature indoors while maintaining a sophisticated and elegant aesthetic. Its adaptability allows it to work well in various design styles, from contemporary and minimalist to traditional and maximalist, proving its potential to be more than just a fleeting trend.

March 17, 2025

Fawn Galli's Parisian Pied-à-Terre: A Study in Maximalist Chic

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Fawn Galli's Parisian pied-à-terre is a vibrant expression of maximalist design. Located in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, the apartment features a bold mix of colors, patterns, and textures. Antique furniture and contemporary art coexist harmoniously, creating a space that feels both collected and curated. From the leopard-print carpet to the brightly hued walls and intricately patterned textiles, the apartment embraces a playful and energetic aesthetic. Details like the tassel-trimmed curtains and the vintage Murano glass chandelier add to the overall sense of opulence and whimsy.

March 17, 2025

Etruscan Red: A Deep Dive into Farrow & Ball's Dramatic Hue

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Etruscan Red is a deeply saturated, richly pigmented paint color described as a sophisticated and glamorous shade of crimson. Inspired by the red pigments used in Etruscan pottery, it offers a dramatic alternative to traditional reds. While its depth makes it ideal for use in smaller spaces like studies or dining rooms, it can also be surprisingly versatile, adding an unexpected warmth to hallways or a statement-making pop to furniture and woodwork. Etruscan Red pairs particularly well with shaded whites for a classic look, or can be combined with darker, complementary shades like Railings and Tanner's Brown for a more contemporary feel.