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Using a combination of search data and designer expertise, a recent study* has revealed the key features that will make waves in the seasons ahead. Some of which have already started dominating interior design trends in kitchens worldwide. So, what do you need to know to get ahead of the crowd? These are the kitchen ideas you’re about to see everywhere. The ‘dream kitchen’ in 2022 According to Houzz (opens in new tab), searches for ‘kitchen designers’ surged by 199% on their platform during 2021....

The five wallpaper ideas: Botanize, Arboreta, Extinctopia, Hierarchy and Forbidden Bloom are inspired by different natural elements from the Museum’s world-leading collections and also by the building itself. Forbidden bloom Blending the botanical and reptile collections from The Natural History Museum, this wallcovering features beautifully illustrated floral blooms mysteriously intertwined with sweeping serpents for a wild and untamed interior. Look closer, can you spot the serpent’s head? Extinctopia Taking inspiration from Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkin’s elaborate Victorian theme park at Crystal Palace, South-East London....

I’ve been fortunate enough to test some of the very best toaster ovens, and I’m accustomed to models that have a laundry list of cooking functions. The ChefCubii only has four – but that’s really not a shortcoming for two reasons. First, one of those four functions is a steamer, which is a pretty neat feature rarely found on a countertop oven. Steaming is one of the healthiest ways to cook food since it doesn’t require any oil - only water....

Garden design costs can be high – but you will be repaid with wonderful garden ideas incorporated into a scheme that is rarely achievable without professionals. Heather Barrigan, gardening expert at MyJobQuote (opens in new tab), explains that garden design costs also ‘involve planning garden layouts and managing landscape construction projects.’ Garden designer Ed Oddy (opens in new tab) explains why investing in professional services is a savvy decision. ‘A garden designer can design all elements of a garden, from the conceptual side of new layouts, to the technical detailing of the hardscape and of course planting....

While gardening is a great hobby for many, for the 13 million hay fever sufferers in the UK the spring and summer months can prove a challenge. See our news section for more recent events HOW TO CREATE A LOW-ALLERGEN GARDEN With the importance of fresh air to mental health and wellbeing clear, money.co.uk (opens in new tab) has worked with gardening expert Jackie Herald to put together some tips and tricks to help hay fever sufferers enjoy a beautiful garden this summer....

As the nation continues to self-isolate at home and the weather sun continues to smile down on us, people are spending and more time in their gardens. With many of us suddenly finding ourselves with time on our hands, now could be the perfect opportunity for green-fingered individuals to give their outdoor space an Instagram-worthy makeover. Whether you’re a landscaping pro or brand new to the gardening experience, the experts at the UK’s leading independent online florist, Serenata Flowers (opens in new tab), have got you covered with top tips for making your garden a picture perfect landscape and to help you rake in those likes on Instagram:...

While red wine stains are a challenge to remove from carpets, they definitely can be dealt with so you’re not left with an unsightly stains. To do so, make sure your laundry room ideas include the right items to enable you to take action on your carpet – quickly and effectively. How to get red wine out of carpets ‘One thing everyone dreads is red wine spillages, as they can be quite hard to remove,’ says Jessica Fox at Flooring Superstore (opens in new tab)....

‘Runner beans are good yielders. They are climbers so use the vertical space rather than taking up ground space,’ says gardening expert Leigh Clapp. This makes them a highly efficient crop to grow, so make room for a couple of plants amongst your kitchen garden ideas. Sadly, runner beans have previously been marred by a reputation for being tough and stringy. But this only happens when pods are picked past their best....

Deciduous trees – those that lose their leaves over winter – go to sleep through through the colder months, and it is during this period of ‘dormancy’ when you need to get busy planting bare root trees. Many deciduous trees, shrubs, hedging, and fruit trees are available as bare root plants, which simply means that there is no soil around the roots when they are delivered. If you include bare root trees as part of your backyard ideas for new plantings, you will find it will save you a lot of money....

With its kaleidoscopic interiors and majestic exteriors, it is unsurprising that this desert paradise is listed amongst the world’s best homes. Here, we take a tour. The 15 Grammy Award-winner is best known as a singer-songwriter and musician who has sat at the peak of the music industry since the early 2000s. Her husband, Swizz Beatz, is a record producer and rapper who made his career as a DJ. The couple has two children and owns another mansion – the awesome Razor House in La Jolla, California....

It seems only fitting that the supermodel, who has fronted prominent ads for the likes of Guess, Ralph Lauren, and Tommy Hilfiger, has a kitchen that is as fashion-led as her lifestyle. And, of course, the space in question does not disappoint. Hailey, who shares her home with her husband, singer Justin Bieber, shared her luxe kitchen ideas via an almost 11-minute-long video (below). This was plenty of time to take notes on design features, including her black and white marble countertop and backsplash, contrasting cabinetry, and gold faucet rising from her kitchen island....

The actress, who rose to fame in 1998 following her role in The Parent Trap, has acquired a collection of some of the world’s best homes across the continents. Most recently, she resides in Dubai with her husband, Bader Shammas, after sharing that she felt a ‘certain sense of calm’ in the UAE. Following her most recent role in Falling for Christmas, we revisit the actress’ expansive property portfolio and investigate the actress’ impact beyond Hollywood –in the real estate industry....

To mark 30 years of design, Timorous Beasties is now launching the Oceana collection for the 2020 Paris Deco Off exhibition in January. Plunging into a world of marine motifs, the new wallpaper ideas swim with three decades of design archive – a retrospective flow of pattern and repeat, from coral abstracts on cork wallpapers, to the meticulous detail of weed columns, crustacea, and fish in the new super wide wallpapers, fabrics, and modal velvet cushions....

It’s easy to label invisible countertops as ‘of the moment’ – but we expect this kitchen countertop idea to be more than just a fad. Instead, we predict what is the biggest kitchen trend right now to set the standard for smart kitchens into the future. Here’s why invisible countertops are the future of kitchens, according to those in the know. What are invisible countertops? Invisible countertops include a kitchen hob that appears invisible to the eye (as seen in the photo above)....

Reds and greens have been the go-to colors for Christmas decor for centuries – and often dominate the White House Christmas decorating scheme and that of British royal residences. However, Joanna Gaines’ scheme reminds us that this timeless color combination will always have a place in an ordinary domestic setting, too. The Magnolia founder and Fixer Upper star shared a glimpse of her Christmas living room decor, which featured her Christmas tree, beautifully decorated in eclectic ornaments, and stockings by the fire (as seen below)....

And while we were taking notes on all of Joanna Gaines’s greenhouse ideas, there was one that stood out as the ultimate statement piece: the young pineapple plant. In the designer’s greenhouse, this exotic piece sits on the window in a terracotta pot on a small tray (as seen below). But this plant has the power to sit as a focal point in a host of different environments. The pineapple plant demands attention in the garden, but it’s also one of the top house plants you can buy to bring a hint of escapism into your interiors....

Made in England, the capsule range of beautiful hand-crafted bone china for the home and table captures Katie Leamon’s signature monochrome patterns. Applied to Emma Alington’s best-selling styles with a hand painted 22k gold rim, the collection aims to bring a little luxury to the everyday. See our news section for more expert tips and product launches Incorporating a mix of animal prints, geometric graphics and speckled patterns, these cool and quirky designs cater for a modern taste, whilst still maintaining a classic look with its black-and-white palette....

And while you might be remodelling your kitchen solely because you want to create a brilliantly functional, attractively-designed heart for your home, it is always worth bearing in mind how others might see it, especially if you want to sell your property in the next few years. In fact, data* show that the kitchen is the one room in the house that can really influence a potential buyer’s decision to make a generous offer on your home – or to pass over your property in favor of another....

The beauty mogul is saying goodbye to her contemporary European-style villa in the mountains of Beverly Hills which the couple bought together for $13.5 million in 2018. Here, we break down what we know about this splendidly angular home so that you can if it should be classed as one of the world’s best homes or not. The property sits on a comfortable 1.1 acres of land at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac....

That’s right: Major League Baseball has teamed up with the French cookware manufacturer to release four brand-new, limited-edition cast iron dutch ovens – it’s a grand-slam, literally. The collection is designed with a stainless steel knob on the lid, easy-to-clean and durable enamel that resists dulling, staining, chipping, and cracking, as well as a light-colored smooth interior enamel that allows easy monitoring of cooking progress. And if you’re wondering which teams Le Creuset is letting you bring to dinner this season?...