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When looking at the meaning of Feng Shui, it is important to note that it is more a belief system than a surefire way to increase your wealth. Activating the wealth corner (or money corner) of your space based on the Bagua map is a way of channeling your focus and energy on increasing your prosperity. Here, Feng Shui experts have decoded the wealth corner and explained how to create good energy in your home to increase your prosperity....

Despite fall not officially beginning until September 22nd, there is arguably no such thing as it being too early to break out your fall decor ideas. As we start to prepare homes for fall with annual maintenance, design ideas such as the best fall wreath ideas and fall table decor ideas seem increasingly exciting. Here, we have looked at the best times to start decorating for fall in case you are concerned about standing out in the remaining summer months....

If you grow Brussels sprouts, you will know that it is sown in spring and planted outside just a few weeks later. These 30 inch (75cm) tall vegetable plants are slow growers and take up to 100 days before being ready for harvest, though picking from October is typical. Brussels sprouts cope well with cold conditions. In fact, according to Kris Collins at Thompson & Morgan (opens in new tab), ‘their flavor will be improved if they are left exposed to the first frosts....

If your faux tree has come out of its box smelling musty, or your living one has developed a foul fragrance no matter how dutifully you have been trying to keep your Christmas tree alive, an unexpected, bad smell can be inconvenient, to say the least. Here, we explore the main reasons why your real or fake Christmas tree could smell bad, and offer solutions to make your home smell good for Christmas once again....

In this month’s column, she tells us why she loves shopping for antiques and filling her Hill House home with one-off and surprising pieces. Adding interest to a room with antiques ‘I’ve always thought that the most interesting faces are the ones that show signs of a life well lived. The ones that have much-used laughter lines and the familiarity of a ‘well-trodden path’ of creases,’ says Paula. ‘Beautiful faces are the ones that reflect the rich tapestry of years filled with experience and wisdom… I feel exactly the same way about furniture....

There’s a wealth of hardy plants to choose from and the combinations for winter hanging baskets are endless, so we’ve asked the experts for some advice to help you with winter garden ideas, including which winter plants to choose and which work well together in winter hanging baskets. Winter hanging basket ideas Planning a winter garden should mean leaving space for winter hanging baskets – as well as learning how to plant a winter container....

See: Kitchen ideas – decor and decorating ideas for all kitchens Designed for Lisa Mehydene, founder of edit58 (opens in new tab) – one of our favorite interior design destinations to go for stylish home accessories and covetable rugs made by craftspeople in the US, Portugal, France and Morocco – it is inspired by John Derian (opens in new tab)’s kitchen in his New York home. With cabinetry from British Standard by Plain English (opens in new tab), this characterful space perfectly suits its barn setting in the Cotswolds, the UK’s sought-after countryside location....

The truth is there will always be a need to redecorate your home. So why not take advantage of the best Black Friday deals to help with your next home update or remodel, as chosen by the editor of Homes & Gardens. Luckily, Black Friday is here to help bring your dream decor into budget, with some incredible sales on soft furnishings, furniture, home fragrances and more available across some of our favorite luxury brands....

See: Wallpaper ideas – gorgeous decor for every room Here, the daring designer gives H&G a wallpaper masterclass – including which print to use in a small room and whether we should hold back on a gallery wall. ‘Wallpaper is such an easy route to an instant effect – every room has more wall than anything else. I often think that people don’t pay nearly enough attention to their wall, spending months researching fabric but only minutes choosing paint,’ says Martin who has been at the forefront of interior design since Andrew Martin (opens in new tab) opened in 1978....

This historic home is just 7ft wide and around 25ft deep, and 325 sq ft in total across its two stories. Painted bright blue, it’s a tourist attraction that Alexandria is rightly proud of. And, as you might hope, it comes with a history as fascinating as its proportions. Read on to find out more. See more: America’s most expensive house: Don’t miss the chance to tour this awesome home The Spite House was built in 1830 by John Hollensbury, a city council member and brickmaker who owned the houses either side....

While following – and applying – the latest trends isn’t a guarantee of achieving a timeless look, these bathroom ideas (opens in new tab) and bathroom pictures are, we think, elegant enough to stand the test of time. Best bathroom trends 2023 – the best designs of the future Whether you are planning on updating your master bathroom, or small bathroom, we can help you with a vast array of bathroom ideas to suit your taste, from bathroom colors and materials to finishes and shapes....

The best cooling mattresses can stop this before it starts. Mattresses are becoming a crowded industry, and some manufacturers are setting themselves apart by designing mattresses specifically for keeping cool. After dozens of mattress tests from experts all over the United States, we know exactly which mattresses sleep cool no matter the climate or season. Taken from our roundup of the best mattresses, these models stand out for sleeping cool, so you’ll never overheat again....

These buys don’t just add structure or bold color to previously bare tabletops or shelves; they work miracles when used as decor. They’ll instantly elevate your book storage ideas on a whim, pulling together rooms. Plus, their versatility does not stop there. Browse the guide below for our favorite buys to display on your coffee table — or to gift to someone special this year. The best interior design books 1....

When looking at previous interior design trends, it’s fair to say that orange isn’t exactly having its debut moment in the spotlight. You only have to look 1970s interior schemes to see this sunny shade adorning countless retro spaces. That said, the popularity of decorating with orange is set to rise again in 2022. When thinking about your living room ideas, choosing a sofa will likely be one of the largest investments so it’s worth considering what you want out of your sofas - will it be the star of the show or a piece that blends in....

The 1960s skyscraper, which is counted as one of the world’s best homes due to its iconic status, was also recently home to Sandra Bullock, who listed her condo in December last year. Records acquired by Dirt (opens in new tab) suggest Courteney sold her apartment in an off-market deal to her next-door neighbor – similar to when she sold another one of her two adjoining units in Sierra Towers....

When we sat down with the Oregon-born interior designer, she said she could talk about kitchens for days – unsurprisingly, she had plenty of sophisticated, original kitchen ideas to share. 1. Rethink upper cabinets When we spoke to Emily as part of her work with PRESS Premium Alcohol Seltzer (opens in new tab), her number one tip was to reimagine those upper cabinets. Can you afford to take out some of the traditional kitchen cabinetry and use alternative kitchen storage ideas?...

The actress and lifestyle guru has revealed the ‘best range’ she has ever cooked on comes from Monogram, a luxury appliance brand based in Kentucky. The Shakespeare in Love star has entered a partnership with the manufacturers who in turn outfitted her Los Angeles and Santa Barbara homes. So, if you’re looking to steal kitchen ideas from Californian royalty, this is your chance. Here’s everything you need to know about Gwyneth Paltrow’s favorite kitchen staple....

The figure, who is best known for playing the title character of the television series Lizzie McGuire and The Lizzie McGuire Movie, shared a rare glimpse into her kitchen habits by responding to her husband, Matthew Koma, on her Instagram. In the story (pictured below), the actress reacts to Matthew, who shared that Hilary left a single hotdog on the counter to marinate overnight. While we are inevitably interested in the couple’s countertop (and beautiful gold door handles), we admit that Hilary’s choice of toaster steals the show....

Springtime has much to offer in the gardens, with blossoms of magnolia, cherry, crabapple and quince presiding over naturalized carpets and more formally planted beds of springtime bulbs and native wildflowers. There are many lessons that can be learned and taken from this garden and applied on a smaller scale for your own backyard ideas. The gardens stand on the elevated site of a Norman motte and bailey castle in Hertfordshire....

Whether you’ve got a full blown home office, or are perched at the kitchen table, the colors around you can benefit or detract from your work. Home office paint colors are key to creativity, productivity and overall wellbeing. Psychologist and Wellbeing Consultant, Lee Chambers, breaks down which home office paint colors to avoid, and which we should be introducing – something to add to your list of home office ideas....