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Walking in a winter wonderland

Winter can be a wonderland, so don't shiver away from it – embrace it in your home decor.

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Oriental or exotic?

How to do a home-makeover inspired by these styles.

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Say Aloha to your Hawaii inspired home decor

Say Aloha to your Hawaii inspired home decor

The blissful golden sands, sapphire seas and emerald green palm trees of Hawaii offer endless decorating inspiration for your home.

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Create wall collages with prints, photographs and art

A great way to personalise a wall is by adding your own collages, curating a range of prints, photographs or artwork to show off your personality.

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10 sky colours to try

10 sky colours to try

Can you paint with all the colours of the wind?

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Bring out the best in your bathroom

With bathrooms you can afford to be a little more courageous with colour.

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Wall colour ideas for behind paintings

Wall colour ideas for behind paintings

15 support wall colour ideas for abstract and landscape paintings.

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8 steps for making your bathroom a relaxing oasis

These easy steps can transform your bathroom into a blissful oasis to soak up some serene vibes.

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Make your kitchen a feast for the eyes

Have fun setting up the kitchen and devouring all the meals to follow.

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Set up a small home gym for those winter workouts!

A simple solution is to convert a small room in your house or even a section of your garage into a home gym.

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Nautical colours and decor

Ahoy! Bring the ocean to your lounge with nautical colours and decor.

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Turn your dream dressing room into a reality

Turn your dream dressing room into a reality

For many, fashion is an art form in its own right, and buying certain shoes or clothes is like investing in a masterpiece.

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Spruce up your home office

Spruce up your home office

Sophisticated study space – These decorating ideas can help spruce up your study space into a sophisticated and stylish room.

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The impact of a feature wall

The impact of a feature wall

A feature wall grabs attention and brings drama or excitement to a room.

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6 time-saving tips for painting a room

6 time-saving tips for painting a room

Even if you're not under strict time restraints like contestants on the latest TV reality show, these six time-saving tips can speed up the process of painting your walls.

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The world on your walls

The world on your walls

Five room decor ideas for travel lovers.

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How can you bring out the Tuscany in your home?

How can you bring out the Tuscany in your home?

If you've ever dreamt about living in Italy, but never had the means to do so, have no fear: There are ways to bring out the Tuscan elements of your home.

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How to master monochrome

How to master monochrome

The beauty, sophistication and simplicity of monochrome has been celebrated by interior designers and artists for centuries.

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What is white good for anyway?

What is white good for anyway?

Purity, wholesomeness and innocence are the emotions people typically feel when they see the colour white.

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The many shades of black

The many shades of black

So, what is black good for? Which rooms does it work best in.

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Yes, the colour of your bedroom is affecting your sleep

Yes, the colour of your bedroom is affecting your sleep

Create the right sleep atmosphere. Pick a colour that allows you to relax and stop yourself from thinking.

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How should you paint your rural retreat?

After saving up for so long, you managed to buy yourself that idyllic cabin in the woods.

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Choosing the right white for your walls

While it may seem far-fetched to some, there are many different types of white.

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Painting inspiration from famous kid’s movies

Here are four exciting illustrative inspirations found in your favourite kids' movies.

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How to best showcase your art pieces

Here are three quick tips for decorating your home to support your masterpieces.

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Mexican inspired interior design

Mexican inspired interior design

Make your home say ‘hola’ with it’s Mexican interior design.

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Transform your home into a never-ending summer paradise

We've got just the colours to help you capture the essence of summer all year round.

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How to declutter like a pro

It's a necessary step for creating any beautiful minimalist space, and we have some tips so you can get it done like a professional.

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Minimalist design tips

Take the stress out of your home with these minimalist design tips.

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Feeling historic? Try a traditional theme in your home

Feeling historic? Try a traditional theme in your home

There's something uniquely charming about visiting an old traditional home at a museum or historic village.

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What to do with yourself when a contractor is working in your home

What to do with yourself when a contractor is working in your home

So when a contractor is working in your home, what should you be doing with yourself?

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How to use the colours of the rainbow in your home

How to use the colours of the rainbow in your home

The colour palette is an important decision to make during the interior design planning process.

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How to convert an old garage into a new bedroom

How to convert an old garage into a new bedroom

Converting an existing space is far more cost effective than building entirely new rooms on a house.

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How to use old pallets as furniture

How to use old pallets as furniture

Here are some DIY ideas for using pallets to decorate your home.

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How to make bland walls more interesting

How to make bland walls more interesting

Here are some interior decorating ideas to help you spruce up that blank canvas and bring some intrigue to your room.

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What is the 2015 colour of the year and how do you use it?

What is the 2015 colour of the year and how do you use it?

We've had turquoise, tangerine and emerald – but now?

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Colours for teenagers

Sophisticated patterns and colour palettes are more appealing, and as they hit their mid teens, children, especially boys, start to show a preference for darker colours.

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Renaissance-inspired decorating ideas

Live like nobility with these Renaissance-inspired decorating ideas.

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How to tackle the crackle

How to tackle the crackle

If you are the kind of person who finds themselves wanting for more, perhaps it's time to investigate the characterful and interesting look of crackle paint.

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How do I prepare my holiday home for renting?

How do I prepare my holiday home for renting?

Is your holiday home ready for renters? To make sure, try out some of these decorating ideas.

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Gear up for gaming: It’s time to renovate that garage

Gear up for gaming: It’s time to renovate that garage

A games room is the ultimate space to sit back, relax and enjoy something that isn't work.

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Want a travel-themed living space?

Want a travel-themed living space?

If you're looking for some new home decorating ideas, now might be the time to think about a globetrotting theme.

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How to overcome two common property predicaments

Here are two common predicaments that homeowners face, and ways to improve on them.

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Relive the 80s of yesterday with the interior design of tomorrow

Relive the 80s of yesterday with the interior design of tomorrow

The 80s are making a comeback at the moment, offering a luminous colour wheel and quirky design aesthetic.

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Three possible future interior design trends

Three possible future interior design trends

Ideally the best way to stay on top of interior design is to stay ahead of it.

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Make your home bigger inside than out

Make your home bigger inside than out

Break out your work pants and call some of your friends to assist – it's time to start decorating.

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Use psychology to colour your home

Here is a run down on how different hues can change the way you feel about a room.

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Colour connections

Create an inspiring kids desk

Help your children study or get creative with an inspiring desk.

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Three positively gorgeous kids’ bedroom ideas

Three positively gorgeous kids’ bedroom ideas

Designing a child's bedroom can be a thrill. But are you striking the right balance between fun and practicality?

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4 decorating tips for apartments

4 decorating tips for apartments

Here are four handy tips for decorating an apartment, from choosing paint colours to selecting furniture.

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Choosing the right curtains for your home

Originally designed for purely practical reasons, curtains are a key part of your room's colour scheme.

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4 interior design schemes inspired by the outdoors

4 interior design schemes inspired by the outdoors

Why not take inspiration from the outdoors and try out some of these fabulous colour schemes.

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It’s time to rethink difficult shades

When you're renovating, you've got plenty of opportunity to experiment! Consider taking a chance with some trickier hues.

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10 paint shades inspired by the Pacific

10 paint shades inspired by the Pacific

There are many ways you can bring a splash of the tropics to your home's interior design.

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