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Le Creuset’s 3-ply stainless steel cookware is available as individual pans or in bundles, which offer the best value for money. We tested the four-piece pan set, available in the UK. If you’re in the US, there’s a seven-piece 3-ply pan set, which has a slightly different lid design but similar features. As the name helpfully suggests, the pans are made of three layers – two layers of stainless steel with an aluminium core – which it is said to distribute the heat evenly across all surfaces of the pan and helps prevent food from sticking....

In discussion with H&G, Louise Roe (opens in new tab) predicted a natural Christmas tablescape movement that rewrites traditionalism and exhibits a more organic palette. However, she is not alone in her forecast of Christmas trends. So, will you step away from the silvers and golds of Christmas? Here, Louise reveals all you need to know. ‘Tablescaping has been the home buzzword of 2021, but the best themes are subtle rather than all-out jingle bells,’ Louise explains....

With a significant increase in the number of people working from home in response to the current lockdown, it’s a great time to consider the extraordinary health benefits of house plants and how they can improve your workspace at home It is unknown how long we will be working from our makeshift home offices so it’s worth investing time to add a little greenery to your setting. Not only will this make your desk a colourful, more peaceful and engaging place, it’s also the perfect way to bring nature into your home and the multitude of health and wellbeing benefits associated with house plants....

See more: Take a tour of Wayne Gretzky’s California mansion Occupying an elevated south-facing position, this elegant Georgian townhouse enjoys an abundance of natural light, with many of the principal rooms benefiting from an exceptional outlook across the tranquility of a private garden square mixed with the vitality and excitement of Knightsbridge. This Grade II listed townhouse has been fully renovated and extended, with immense care taken to preserve both the character and heritage of the house, whilst seamlessly integrating the state-of-the-art innovation and bespoke designrequired to satisfy the demands of modern day luxury family living....

See: Take a tour around Monty Don’s beautiful Longmeadow garden in Herefordshire In a BBC Gardener’s World (opens in new tab) video on the BritBox’s YouTube channel, Monty shared his succulent care tips, with plenty of advice on how to pot them out, too, which we go into below. Midway through the video though, he shared his warning about a certain species of succulent that can be irritating to skin and eyes if broken....

The contemporary-style bungalow, which easily qualifies as one of the world’s best homes, is not entirely new to the market. The Carnival Row actor previously listed the estate for sale in 2019 for just under $9 million, shortly after his engagement to singer Katy Perry. The English-born actor chose to list with Eric DeAngelis of the Oppenheim Group – the famed real estate agency from Netflix’s Selling Sunset. According to Mansion Global (opens in new tab), Orlando Bloom made his mark on the 4,000-square-foot home during his ownership....

See more: North-facing garden ideas – how to make the best of a shady spot Colorado-based gardening expert Gardener Scott has recently addressed this pressing problem in a YouTube live stream (opens in new tab), explaining that the problem is not just the cold weather itself, but the fact garden soil keeps warming up and cooling again – a very bad combination for many plants. What temperature should I cover my plants for frost?...

While some floral trends can often feel timely, Martha’s tip is simple enough that it won’t fall out of fashion. However, despite its ease, its impact is unrivaled. All you need is a handful of big-petaled blooms (from either your garden or local nursery) and a selection of bud vases (the number is entirely up to you). Plus, while these tips are timely (in that they are a perfect way to uplift your winter home), they will prolong long into the spring and summer....

See: World’s best homes – for more beautiful properties from around the globe. Designed by Kimberley Harrison of Kimberley Harrison Interiors (opens in new tab) – one of the best in the business – it is easy to see why this home is so eye-catching. Known for designing homes that are warm, sophisticated and approachable, Kimberley and her team of esteemed interior designers are sticklers for detail. ‘Our goal is always the same,’ she says ’each time you walk into your home, you experience a feeling of harmony....

Before she became the Duchess of Sussex and began living at Frogmore Cottage with Prince Harry and her baby Archie, Meghan Markle lived and worked in Los Angeles. She resided in this property with her partner and then husband Trevor Engelson until their separation and subsequent divorce in 2013. Take a tour of the property below – and when you’re finished, jump on over to our page dedicated to the world’s best homes for more wonderful homes....

The Smeg espresso machine is the only espresso machine in the 50’s style range of appliances from the brand, and it comes in seven colors. Among the plethora of options when it comes to the best espresso machines, it’s quite a basic, entry-level espresso machine with minimal adjustable settings. It can make single or double espressos using pre-ground coffee, or it can be used with Easy Serve Espresso (ESE) pods....

The modern interiors brand designed the King’s Road hangout to redefine design ideas and recreate the concept of a conventional retail space through a series of store surprises. These include a vinyl corner, a creative workshop space, and an abundance of cappuccinos and cake from their coffee shop. Because when interior design trends and espresso shots collaborate, it’s a partnership made in heaven. Alongside their furniture showroom, the Soho Home (opens in new tab) studio offers space for customers to link up with experts to discuss interior design tips and order custom-made furniture – to ensure the pieces are perfect for your scheme....

‘What first captured our attention was the character of the flat and we could imagine bringing back the art-deco feel, but we also loved the lady that had lived here before. She had travelled to many of the same places as us and we still keep in touch with her. It just seemed right,’ says Emily, who works for LinkedIn, while Ron is an entrepreneur. See more of the world’s best homes on our dedicated page...

Each suite has been designed to provide the discerning guest with an enviable choice of arrangements from a ‘townhouse’ feel in the One-bedroom Duplex Suite, which offers an extensive private terrace with views over London’s rooftops, to the plush and elegant Chairman Suite and hero Presidential Suite. See: Award-winning Cotswolds hotel Dormy House launches new Scandi suite In celebration of the signature suites launch, the hotel has announced a collaboration with luxury designer, Roland Mouret....

‘Garden owners should consider the plants they choose wisely,’ says Samantha Richards, spokesperson for Gazeboshop (opens in new tab). ‘Selecting plants that center around one season can be damaging if the homeowner puts their home on the market at the opposite half of the year. Instead, having a mixture of shrubs and trees, with perennials that respond well to deadheading will ensure months of color.’ Annuals in pots are a quick and easy way to add color for viewings – yellow is said to attract the eye of not just bees, but buyers – so choose daffodils, marigolds, chrysanthemums, pansies – depending on the season....

Research from blinds specialists, Blinds Hut, has analysed Google Searches over a three-month period to uncover which items of furniture we’ve been buying throughout lockdown. See: The 10 most popular interior design trends for 2020 It emerged that we like to relax in style as ‘recliner sun lounger’ has seen the biggest rise in interest, with Google searches increasing by a staggering amount (10,244%) over a three-month period. The second most popular furniture style we’ve got been indulging in is a ‘rattan furniture set’, with Google searches increasing 10,154% over a three-month period; indeed rattan and wicker are one of the biggest home interior trends for spring/summer....

It is the first time Chelsea has been cancelled since the Second World War. SeeThe RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020 has been cancelled Sue Biggs, RHS Director General, explains in an open letter (opens in new tab) online: ‘We celebrate our great horticultural industry and gardening heritage with ‘press day’ being Monday 18 May 2020 and the Virtual Show running from Tuesday 19 May to Saturday 23 May.’ ‘As you can imagine we’re at the early stages of planning this, so more details will be announced in coming weeks,’ says Sue....

The Chelsea Flower Show has been held in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, London every year since 1913, apart from gaps during the two World Wars. Once Britain’s largest flower show (it has now been overtaken by RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show), it is still the most distinguished. See: The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020 has been cancelled Key dates: Press and VIP Day will be held on Monday 18th May 2020 (the Queen and other members of the Royal Family arrive in the afternoon to tour the showground)....

Experts have revealed that using eucalyptus in the shower may reduce asthma and sinusitis – and the effects of flu – amongst other benefits. So, if you’re looking to introduce the power and beauty of a spa into your bathroom, this trend is for you. Using eucalyptus in the shower – what are the benefits? Eucalyptus is one of the best indoor plants you can use when feeling unwell, or you simply want to feel uplifted,’ says Dr....