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The San Fernando Valley region is a favorite among celebrities, including Madonna, Sylvester Stallone, and many of the Kardashians, but it has recently acquired a new resident, the Trinidadian-born rapper who is based in the United States. The MTV award-winning singer, best known for her songs Starships, Super Bass, and, most recently, Tukoh Taka (for the FIFA World Cup 2022), is no stranger to LA’s most sought-after areas. She is known to have rented some of the world’s best homes, including in Malibu and Beverly Hills....

We put the NutriBullet Pro 900 Series Blender to the test for over a month, making smoothies, soups, and even blitzing cauliflower to make cauliflower rice, to test its versatility and power. While it won’t do the job of a family-sized blender, the quality of the blending is faultless. If you want a blender to make perfect smoothies, protein shakes, and refreshing drinks with crushed ice, it’s an excellent choice....

See: Our favorite interior designers share their secrets for creating the perfect home office At heart, all furniture is functional, but the brand’s insistence on luxury materials, unique designs and traditional craftsmanship ensures that the resulting pieces are beautiful and will remain useful for many years to come. Whether you have a small balcony, a huge garden or a terrace to play with, there’s a wide range of all-weather garden furniture in wood, metal and synthetic rattan to match....

Planning a kitchen garden begins with inspiration – provided by countless kitchen garden ideas – however, the next step transforms these ideas into a reality. From figuring out the right position and defining its size and shape through to picking your crops, discover how to start planning a kitchen garden to add a new dimension to your vegetable garden ideas. Planning a kitchen garden ‘Have you heard the promise that every minute planning saves you 10 minutes in execution?...

The producer paid $7.4 million for the home, located in the prestigious Belle Meade neighborhood of Nashville – nearly double what the actress and her husband, Jim Toth paid in 2018. Since purchasing the home that summer, the actress renovated the Colonial-style mansion into one of the world’s best homes, complete with a grand staircase and a chandelier-topped bathroom. The estate spans 8,400 square feet, reports Dirt (opens in new tab), which shares that the 1930s home boasts a host of ornate architectural assets, including columns and a trio of dormer windows that fill the interiors with natural light....

SeeRHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020: The best performing plants for urban gardens Gardens are currently being transformed into second living rooms and, for many people, are becoming the new centre of life during spare time. Whether you have an allotment garden, use a small piece of lawn behind your townhouse or own a rather big garden plot, they all have their unique charm and offer creative freedom, especially with regard to their maintenance....

Shea McGee’s three favorite Christmas decorations What do her favorite Christmas decorating ideas involve? Here, Shea reveals how to bring the Studio McGee look into your home. 1. Dress your mantel with a faux garland The designer begins with a ‘faux, mess-free garland for draping on everything from mantels to stairwells,’ as seen in her mantelscape above. Secondly, she suggests picking up ‘time-worn golden bells [that add] character to a tree or styled in a vignette....

You can follow them to the letter and give your home a design boost, take key aspects that resonate with your design aesthetic the most… or just enjoy the pretty pictures. We spoke to five fabulous textile designers and asked to predict the textile trends they think will be big in the first part of this year. For many more interior design trends, see our dedicated feature. 1. Global influence – by Andrew Martin Andrew Martin (opens in new tab) has been curating collections inspired by rare finds, blended eras and cultures since 1978, so we asked Design Director David Harris about this exciting trend....

As luck would have it, we have discovered new research* which has analyzed Instagram hashtags to reveal which colors are currently trending for each room in the house. And the results are surprising – although pleasing. The data show that pink is the most popular room color on Instagram, trending for bedrooms, bathrooms, nurseries, playrooms and staircases. Green and blue make an appearance on the list, too. Yet while pink features so heavily on the list, other research and polls reveal that we are still most likely to choose white for the majority of our rooms – perhaps showing a lack of confidence with color or a realization that we might tire of on-trend colors quickly?...

Standing in stark contrast to the greens and browns that define the garden’s color palette, trees with white bark particularly pop when paired with plants with red and orange leaves and stems. So, whether you plant one statement tree or incorporate several into your backyard ideas, you will fall in love with the interesting colors and textures that they bring. ‘Trees with white bark are less common than trees with dark bark, but they can be a stunning addition to a yard or landscape....

It sounds challenging, and it is. However, with expert interior design advice it’s very doable. We have gathered decorating ideas from a range of industry professionals so your apartment layout ideas are second-to-none. Apartment layout ideas – 10 of the best ways to arrange your space Practicality is key for apartment ideas, and the layout you select should not only be able to accommodate your lifestyle, but enhance it. These expert apartment layout tips should meet your needs – and make the most of your existing space, no matter the size....

Hues such as green and pink have recently had their moment at the peak of color trends; however, some experts predict that some of these most sought-after living room color schemes should be avoided. 5 colors you should never paint your living room These are the colors that come with caution – so you can ensure your living room remains timeless, welcoming, and stylish for a long time to come....

Whether you’ve just bought a new one and want to take good care of it, or are just wondering if putting foil in the microwave is worth the risk, we have asked experts for a definitive answer. By cleaning a microwave regularly and following these tips, you’ll avoid damaging it. And for anyone keen on a late-night snack, you can learn how to mute a microwave with our guide, too....

Both classic and modern in his approach, and with a passion for contemporary art, combined with a charming joie de vivre, his beautifully curated interiors each tell a unique story. We step into his interior design world to take a private tour. The eclectic collector In the salon of his apartment, Jacques effortlessly mixes the simple with the sophisticated and understated, combining old-world luxury with contemporary art and design. Here, aristocratic refinement meets the eclecticism of an insatiable collector....

‘It was my retirement that did it,’ recalls Ian. ‘We were both suddenly here full time, and we were constantly bumping into each other as the kitchen was so small, and also a strange, impractical shape.’ The couple also wanted more space for entertaining, with somewhere to sit when friends came round for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. Looking for transformative kitchen ideas, they recruited architect, Chris Lelliott of MVL....

See ourA Provençal villa with a view See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property Nowadays, the abbey is home to the large, voluble Pellicioli family and asceticism has been replaced by creature comforts. Cells have been transformed into cosy but elegant bedrooms; chilly privies into serene bathrooms. Instead of crops, a flourishing vineyard produces award-winning, organic wines. And yet, thanks to an enlightened restoration, the Abbey has lost none of its medieval magic....

Demonstrating what wonders can be achieved with sloped backyard ideas, the design successfully combines planting and landscaping with the expert principles of stylish interior design, decoration and lighting. Read on to discover how. Philip Vergeylen, Studio Design Director of luxury award-winning design studio Paolo Moschino (opens in new tab), had re-designed and refurbished the interior décor of his client’s five- bedroomed Portofino village house, but the limited outdoor space proved more restrictive....

Who said that you can only holiday a couple of times a year? With these backyard staycation ideas, every sunny day has the potential to feel like a holiday. Plus, they will also provide a great backdrop for your garden party ideas – nothing says ‘vacation’ like a fun space filled with family and friends. Backyard staycation ideas Think of your favorite vacation. Maybe it was lounging by the side of the pool or perhaps it was spent enjoying great al fresco food?...

But, as in any other room, basement flooring needs to be durable enough for the foot traffic in the space, suit the uses to which the basement is put, and should require only the cleaning and maintenance that you have time for. Basement ideas might include kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, additional living space and more, but whatever the plans for yours, be inspired by these basement flooring options. Basement flooring ideas The full range of flooring options is possible for a remodeled basement, so think about the function(s) of the room when selecting....

While we all tend stick to fairly fixed bedroom layout ideas, whether we large or small bedrooms, the problems some furniture arranging mistakes cause are universal. But what are the most common bedroom layout errors and how can we avoid them? This guide will walk you through the top missteps we all make, and design experts explain what to do instead. Bedroom layout mistakes – and how to fix them Don’t fall into these traps – a quick rework this weekend could transform your space for the better....