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When you’re thinking laundry room ideas it’s definitely worth allowing space for washing and drying these treasured companions as well as everyone’s clothes and linens to keep them hygienic and fresh-smelling. And washing stuffed animals is easy when you know how. With expert help, we’ve put together a complete guide to how to clean plush toys. How to wash stuffed animals Before we start, you might be wondering: can you wash stuffed animals?...

Everyone is looking for kitchen ideas that work hard. We spend so much time in our kitchens nowadays – from cooking and entertaining to working – so cupboard storage is more important than ever. Planning makes perfect, of course, so it’s always best to consider what you really need from the space from day one. ‘When planning kitchen cupboard storage ideas, it is important to think about the size of the kitchen, whether it is open to the living area and what you need and want to store within immediate reach of the cooking zone, the eating zone, etc,’ says Richard Moore, design director at Martin Moore (opens in new tab)....

What type of kitchen tile is right for your space will ultimately come down to a balance of practicality, style as well as personal preference – there is no right or wrong choice. Key considerations are where they will be used and what material they are made from. Before making a decision be sure to take time to examine the existing features of your space, such as the room size and cabinetry design and even the lighting, as all these will have an impact on how the tiles look, too....

Media room ideas Similarly to your living room TV ideas and movie room, you want to create a family room that reflects your personal style and personality, whilst thoughtfully planning the area to ensure the TV stand ideas fit perfectly in with the design of the space. 1. Use a mixture of comfortable seating ‘Media rooms need to offer flexibility as they have to cater to different types of “media”,’ says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief, Homes & Gardens, ‘For example, it might be the family loves gaming, tv watching, or listening to music....

That said, bathroom shelves could be a valuable element when organizing a bathroom. As well as providing extra bathroom storage that’s accessible, they can bring decorative detail that a bathroom without open storage could lack. For a room that’s calm, ordered and easy to use, consider these ways to organize bathroom shelves. Organizing bathroom shelves Bathroom shelf ideas can be home to a variety of the room’s necessities from the very smallest to larger items such as bath linens....

‘On appointments, I typically spend 30 minutes discussing pool ideas, and an hour discussing the fence. It is a large visual component of the project, so it is very important that the fence pairs well with the pool environment,’ says Devon Dobson, president of Connecticut-based Litchfield County Pools (opens in new tab). Whether you’re looking for a pool fence that recedes into the background, or fence ideas that emphasize your property’s best features, you’re sure to find a pool fence to enhance any backyard, below....

We’ve asked real estate professionals to give up-to-date views on which room color ideas will sell your home fastest and for the best possible price. The answers may surprise you (spoiler: it’s not all about white). 1. Kitchens: cheer them up with light greens Real estate professionals recommend sticking with light colors if you’re exploring kitchen color ideas with a sale in mind. However, it’s unnecessary to settle for all-white, which can look old-fashioned and unmemorable....

Adding a rockery is one of the best backyard landscaping ideas (opens in new tab) to add interest to a design, but has many other benefits too. ‘Planting a rock garden is the best way to turn a potential eyesore into an oasis of beauty and life,’ says Marjorie Beausoleil, founder of Ethos Seed Company (opens in new tab). ‘Rock gardens are a fact of life in many areas, such as my native New England, because of the extremely rocky terrain most houses are built on....

With lighting that cuts a dash with hard angles, Art Deco motifs and herringbone flooring, Gemma’s schemes are all about creating visual interest with the ‘harder’ elements of design, rather than the soft furnishings. ‘By this I mean we played with the intersection of shapes and geometry in the joinery, lighting and statement rugs, rather than adding pattern via fabrics and wallpapers,’ she explains. See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe...

Usually we’d say the shower itself is the best place for a brainstorm, but thinking outside the cubicle and taking a look at these inspirational ideas for showers might just be the next best thing. Both waterproof and washable, bathroom tile ideas are perfect for showers both with and without trays, and for the floors of wet rooms, too. Aside from their practicalities, the availability of tiling in a wide array of shower-fit materials – from porcelain and glass, to ceramic and stone – as well as shapes, sizes, colors and finishes, means that the design possibilities are endless....

From a cozy reading corner in a living room, to adaptable bookshelf designs, home library ideas allow for you to get creative with the existing space in your home. Small home library ideas are all about embracing clever storage designs and how you can make the most out of existing rooms and furniture pieces in your home. No matter the size of your space, when designing a home library, you want to celebrate your book collection, whether that be through dynamic storage designs, creating a cozy, secluded reading area, or transforming how you read at home through innovative lighting and display ideas....

When it comes to planning kitchen ideas, efficient spice storage is essential to ensure that your space works harmoniously, and you can plan your spice organization accordingly. With the kitchen and pantry coming under increasing pressure to perform a variety of crucial roles, adequate kitchen storage ideas are more important than ever. ‘High capacity, well-sited storage for spices and condiments is essential to keep everything neat and tidy, providing a clutter-free space that’s a pleasure to use,’ says Danny Lay at Caple (opens in new tab)....

Walk down the average street and you might well detect the first stirrings of a quiet, but distinctive, design revolution this springtime. The summer porch, that most practical but often overlooked element of our homes, is undergoing a transformation each season. Unsurprisingly, bold paint hues and imaginative lighting are ensuring that the entrance to our home is no longer a decorative afterthought, left to the last phase of a building project, but an integral part of both the look and feel of the whole property....

One of the jobs we take on weekly is product testing. Our product review team has hands-on experience with every juicer brand, so we know a centrifugal juicer from a cold press, and the pros and cons of each type, meaning we can make short work of helping you divine which is the best juicer for you. Here, I’ll break down the varying types of juicers to help you determine which will be the most beneficial for you and your nutrition goals....

Pia, founder of Pia Design (opens in new tab), was brought on board to breathe new life into the dated interiors. ‘When we first visited the house it was wintertime and there were gorgeous panoramic views on all sides in an amazing natural setting high on the Downs. We felt that the view should be continued in the white blocks between the windows to achieve a continuous panoramic feeling so it seemed as if the outside was coming in....

If you’re looking for colors to never paint a living room, you may have already started to factor several elements into your future living room color scheme (including how the color makes you feel and how it looks in a particular light). However, with the new year only a small number of weeks away, we confess that color trends are on our minds, too. 5 living room colors that could fall out of fashion in 2023 Looking for paint ideas that will dominate trends (rather than fall out of favor) in 2023?...

‘In my job, I see so many wonderful things all the time,’ says Henriette. ‘I stash them away and wait for the perfect time to use them. When I’m decorating a client’s house, I tend to err more on the side of caution, so generally I have to wait until it’s time to do up my own house to really let loose.’ See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe...

With tons of coffee makers on sale at Target (opens in new tab), today only, Target is offering an extra 15% off Coffee & Espresso Machines with code COFFEE15, making for some of the most noteworthy coffee deals of the year— yes even better than Black Friday and Cyber Monday — on top brands like Nespresso, Keurig, Cuisinart, Ninja, and Jura. The promo is good on top of sale prices, as well as regular priced items, and extends to coffee grinders, French press, and frothers too....

Built in the Victorian era, the terraced house originally had an impractical layout and was a rabbit warren of small sized rooms. A modern London townhouse vibe has brought it into the 21st century, and integral to this are the new large entertaining spaces where the owners can gather with family and friends. Interconnecting spaces, rather than rooms off corridors, has resulted in a sense of flow throughout, while zoning of areas means each space serves a purpose....

‘Surfaces that bear the marks of everyday use, edges softened through years of touch, and patina that matures only with the passing of time are all wonderful. And we believe antiques are imperfectly perfect – adding a timeless beauty to spaces both old and new, and always complementing contemporary design.’ The couple’s latest project, a one-level mews house in Cheltenham, location of some of the world’s best homes, which acts as an urban escape from their main Cotswold cottage, is the embodiment of this philosophy....