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These are the hottest interior design trends for 2023

Designers are already forecasting the trends set to influence our homes and decor in 2023 – and playful colour, warm comfort and jazzed-up walls are all in the mix. Curious about the interiors trends in store? We asked the experts at leading home design platform Houzz.co.uk to share their insights…

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The Power of LGBTQ+ Voices in Design

June is National Pride Month and we are proudly celebrating by highlighting some of the LGBTQ+ powerhouses in the world of design.

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Ideal Home: House Tour

Decorating with upbeat colours has given this unloved flat a bold new identity.

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How Do Interior Designers Maintain a Work-life Balance?

When you’re passionate about your work, it’s easy to forget to take a break. And it can be particularly tricky to relax when you’re working from home, or are in the middle of a big project. We asked five interior designers to share some of their strategies for ensuring they create the right balance between work and life.

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Houzz Tour: Colour and Functionality Transform a City Flat

Keeping the design simple and boosting it with bold tones made this small home big on style, as well as a joy to live in

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Harlequin, Sanderson #OWNTHEROOM

For our latest designer spotlight, Harlequin caught up with energetic London-based designer, Bhavin Taylor.

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Martha Stewart

LGBTQ+ Interior Designers and Makers You Should Be Following on Instagram

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What Houzz Pros Have Learned from Running a Business in 2020

Four professionals reflect on the ups and downs of working in the renovation industry during an extraordinary year

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8 Skills That Will Help You Grow as an Interior Designer

Four designers share some of the essential skills and characteristics they’ve mastered over the years

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BHAVIN TAYLOR’S ELECTRIC LONDON APARTMENT

Having been inspired by so many of his vibrant projects, we wanted to chat to Bhavin to find out why he chose the Milano Alpha electric radiators for his own London home.

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BHAVIN TAYLOR DESIGN'S KITCHEN RENOVATION

Bhavin Taylor is an interior designer based in London, having moved into a new flat his kitchen renovation shows how much of a difference his beautiful new pink tiles have made!

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10 Marvellous Ways to Boost Your Décor With Layers of Pattern

Pile on the layers this autumn by cleverly mixing patterns to create interiors with colour and personality.

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10 Bold Ideas for Decorating With Shades of Blue

Blue – it’s extremely versatile, incredibly calming, and one shade is set to be 2017’s colour of the year. Check out these creative ways to use blue hues and make a statement in your home.

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9 Decor Ideas for a Bold and Characterful Room

Your home should represent you, so for those of you who like to embrace bold, statement design, be inspired by these homes and let your imagination go wild. They won’t be for everyone, but the creativity on show should definitely put a smile on your face, even if you prefer to play it safe with your own home.

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10 Exciting Ways to Add Pattern to Your Floor

It’s easy to overlook the floor when we’re designing our interiors and opt for a simple plain carpet, neutral tiles or classic wooden boards. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Take inspiration from these bold ways to use pattern and colour and give your feet something interesting to walk on.

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10 Mouthwatering Ways to Decorate with Orange

Orange has so much going for it, and yet it’s often overlooked as a colour to try in our homes. According to colour consultant Jill Morton, “Orange symbolises energy, vitality, cheer, excitement, adventure, warmth and good health.” If you want to welcome some positive vibes into your interior, here are some clever tips for decorating with tangerine tones.

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10 ways to go bold with wallpaper

Dramatic wallpaper can be a great way to make a statement and bring character into your home, but getting it right can be tricky. Take inspiration from these bold looks, then let your imagination run wild on your walls.

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Ask an Expert: The Secrets of Successful Second-hand Furniture Hunting

While seasoned second-hand shoppers would probably be able to dish out this advice in their sleep, it can often be difficult to know where to start looking if you’re not in the habit of hunting. Four professionals very much in the know give their tips, tricks and advice to ease you on your way.

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