Category: Rooms
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Homeowner puts bath in a greenhouse attached to their home
Most people think of a greenhouse as a place to grow tomatoes or shelter tender plants. But one project on the Gower Peninsula shows how it can become something very different. By reimagining the greenhouse as a glamorous bathroom, director and writer Sean Mathias has opened up fresh possibilities for how these glass spaces might…
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How to kill silverfish and stop them from returning for good
They might be small, but silverfish can cause big irritation if they make their way into your home. These fast-moving, silvery-grey insects are drawn to damp, dark places like bathrooms, kitchens and basements, where they feed on paper, wallpaper paste, clothing and even food packaging. If left unchecked, these creepy-crawlies can leave behind tell-tale holes,…
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Could sage green kitchen cabinets be the new neutral?
Ask any colour expert and they’ll agree that there’s nothing more soothing on the eye than soft shades of green. And, while green works well in most rooms across the home, choosing sage green kitchen cabinets has already been a popular choice in 2025 according to kitchen designers. Throw into the mix the fact that…
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The surprising everyday item that could ruin your kitchen worktop
Kitchen worktops are often seen as some of the toughest features in the home, built to withstand daily cooking, chopping and spills. Most people assume that the biggest threats come from food and drink, such as red wine, coffee, or curry. But according to experts, one of the most damaging risks isn’t something you eat…
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How to brighten a dark hallway according to interior experts
Hallways set the scene for the rest of your home, but when they’re narrow or lacking in natural light, they can feel more gloomy than welcoming. If yours is on the dark side, don’t worry, there are plenty of clever hallway ideas that can lift the space instantly. Whether it’s layered lighting and reflective surfaces…
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How long do washing machines last?
It makes sense to want your washing machine to go the distance – especially when the best models are no small investment. A machine takes on a heavy workload, so knowing how long it should last – and what you can do to extend its lifespan – is key to getting the most from your…
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How Big Is The Guest Cottage? All The Dimensions And Floor Plans For Us To Geek Out Over
I honestly had no idea what the square footage was of our 1850s guest cottage on the property. My guess was around 2k, so I was super eager to find out how close I was. Gretchen did us a solid and took ALLL the measurements, and while it isn’t perfect and I wouldn’t hand it…
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MOTO REVEAL: How Mallory Made Her Boring Living Room Feel Homey In Just One Month
Welcome to my new apartment!! You last saw my 500 sqft studio in Hollywood, and now you’re entering my 2-bed 1950s Los Feliz pad. This apartment has been in my friend group for about 4 years, and we just keep passing it down to each other because it has a ton of perks: it’s rent-stabilized,…
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Emily Henderson’s FULL Farmhouse Property Tour
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Well, summer 2025 is almost a wrap, and we used the heck out of the yard since we finished in spring. It’s a pretty ridiculous property at this point. We know how lucky we are, and it feels most like the home we always dreamt of (when we lived in NY and LA) when there…
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How To Choose Paint Colors That Are Happy But Not Too Bold – The Full River House Paint Color Palette
If you like big macro “how the sausage is made” posts, this one is for you. The art direction of this house was pretty clear from the get-go, four years ago. The intent was to create a warm, contemporary home that was family-friendly. It’s similar to the mountain house, but with more color. When you…