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This clever garden room design by London-based architects De Rosee Sa incorporates an open-plan living and kitchenette area, and can accommodate guests too. It even has its own shower room. It’s the kind of design we expect will become increasingly …

In the pretty village of Maussane-les-Alpilles – officially voted one of France’s most beautiful villages – lies this idyllic French farmhouse, the creation of architect Alain Meylan and interior designer Liliana Atilova. The architect and designer fell in love with …

This brownstone townhouse in New York’s Brooklyn neighbourhood is home to a family of four. The owners had bought the townhouse years ago but rented it out while they took care of a parent with Alzheimer’s. When they decided to …

Some of the world’s most intriguing houses don’t even look like houses at all. In new coffee table book Houses: Extraordinary Living, 400 of the world’s most innovative houses are documented and celebrated, ranging from a California desert retreat to …

Looking for nursery decorating ideas? We’ve found the best baby room ideas from the Livingetc archives. Whether it’s for a baby girl or a baby boy, and whether you’re looking for something bright and colourful, or calm and Scandi-inspired, we’ve …

Clever storage ideas to maximise space in your bathroom. As most of us know, great storage is the key to keeping your bathroom tidy and clutter free. As it’s rare to have oodles of room for cupboards, great planning is …

Who says bathrooms have to be tiled and plain? These inspiring designs make a statement with pattern and colour. Choosing to wallpaper part or all of a bathroom or cloakroom can transform a functional room into a stylish retreat or …

This is an image Plaster render was applied to the walls and ceiling and painted in a high-gloss petrol blue. Get the look: Similar brass side table, West Elm. Unfold room divider, Ferm Living. Hagen rug, Made. The coffee table …

Dark bedrooms are cosy, alluring and restful – so where better to decorate with an on trend dark shade? Be brave when it comes to using darker shades in the bedroom – combined with soft lighting and the right window …

The past few years have seen lots of creative ideas for bringing the outdoors in – particularly perfect for homes that might be lacking on outdoor space. From lush and flowing living walls to having trees growing right through the …

As stylish as they are functional, the standalone pieces act as focal points in these contemporary kitchen designs Looking for modern kitchen island ideas? Aside from gaining additional worktop space for cooking, plus extra storage space, kitchen islands make great …

Double basin vanity ideas for bathrooms that are twice as nice. When it comes to bathrooms, two basins are better than one. Double the space, double the storage and double the style points. There’s plenty of reasons for choosing a …

Gorgeous grey bedroom ideas that prove this neutral is anything but dull. Looking for stylish and sophisticated grey bedroom ideas? Sandwiched comfortably between the white, light and airy bedrooms and cosy dark bedrooms, grey offers the best of both worlds. …

Dreaming of where your first trip might be to later this year? We’ve found just the spot; a stunning architect-designed holiday house on the Irish coast, with access to both nature and Michelin-star dining, while being completely private and away …

Whether it’s a bathroom for kids, for guests, or you’re designing a compact master suite, small spaces shouldn’t limit you from experimenting with some chic ideas. We’ve searched the Livingetc archives for the best small bathroom ideas and inspiration, and …

We just can't get enough of metro tiles. Designed to resemble the tiling found in classic underground stations, metro tiles – also referred to as subway tiles – have popped up from the underground, and made their way into modern …

We love kids bedrooms. These are spaces where no rules apply. Go wild with fun and funky kids’ wallpapers, map walls, neon light signs and maybe even a touch of animal magic or a wacky ceiling. Throw out the rule …

With kids at home for the foreseeable future, and with public spaces like playgrounds, soft plays and other kids areas closed, now is as good a time as any to create a fun kids zone at home. We’ve collated a …

The Novogratz bought and renovated what they call ‘The Castle’ – a home in the Hollywood Hills built in 1926 that has belonged to everyone from a silent film star to a silent film director. The property came with many …

There’s no denying that Crittall-style has been staging a comeback – and not just as windows and doors, but as walls, rear extensions, room dividers and even shower screens. Edgy and versatile, the sturdy, slim-profile frames tap into the current …