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10 MOST-READ STORIES OF 2020

For a better 2021, the big trends of a very bad year.
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75 CHRISTMAS GIFTS THEY’LL WANT TO USE RIGHT AWAY

Presents for all ages, interests and budgets.
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DO’S AND DON’TS OF CHRISTMAS

How to avoid the worst holiday-decorating mistakes.
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WHY OPEN PLAN HOMES ARE ACTUALLY A TERRIBLE IDEA

The new demand for private spaces.
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OUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO CELEBRATING THE SEASON

Because Christmas isn't cancelled!
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December 9, 2020

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75 CHRISTMAS GIFTS THEY’LL WANT TO USE RIGHT AWAY

Presents for all ages, interests and budgets.

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Living By Design

November 25, 2020

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WHY OPEN PLAN HOMES ARE ACTUALLY A TERRIBLE IDEA

The new demand for private spaces.

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July 28, 2020

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10 WAYS TO REDECORATE WITHOUT BUYING A THING

Change your interior with what you already have.

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June 24, 2020

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CAN YOU DESIGN A HAPPY HOME? IT’S EASIER THAN IT LOOKS

Your no-fail guide.

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November 11, 2020

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WANT A GORGEOUS GARDEN FAST? HERE’S WHAT TO PLANT

The quickest way to get your garden started.

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August 12, 2020

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9 DESIGN TRENDS WE’LL BE SEEING IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE

Up your design IQ for the coming year.

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October 7, 2020

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KEY OUTDOOR TRENDS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR GARDEN ALL YEAR

Who isn't dreaming of the great outdoors these days?

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October 28, 2020

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2021 COLOUR OF THE YEAR IS THE SHADE WE NEED RIGHT NOW

Your home has never felt more balanced.

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September 19, 2020

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10 FAVOURITES: BEST OF IKEA’S 2021 CATALOGUE

Good luck choosing a favourite.

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No outdoor space is too small for a garden. Tiny b

No outdoor space is too small for a garden. Tiny balconies can be transformed into flourishing oasis In the middle of the city. Think of them as an extension of your indoor space. For small balconies, the goal is to bring the outdoors in. Always keep a base of evergreens. And, keep within the same colour range for pots and containers. Repost of Paris scenes via @interiorblink #paris #balcony #gardening #garden #plants #france #greenery #stone #greenthumb #tinygarden #style #vine #landscapedesign #window #architecture

The need for space is driving people out of cities

The need for space is driving people out of cities - with a huge leap in sales of country estates reported. People who never imagined they might have moved out of town are joining the city exodus. Even if you don’t happen to have a country estate you can celebrate nature, let in and filter sun and light with spaces that are calm, zen, layered, green and natural - no matter how small your pad. And of course, grow vines to get your garden off the ground. Head to the blog to discover our fave fast-growing, pleasure-giving vines and plants for instant gratification that will turn your neighbour’s green with envy. “Want A Gorgeous Garden Fast? Here’s What To Plant” at www.melissapenfold.com now. Repost @domainelaparpaille #garden #vines #plants #house #houseandgarden #rustic #terrace #countrylife #countryliving #stone #vine #landscape #landscapedesign #style #france #greenery #plantsofinstagram #patio

Many people’s homes will emerge from the pandemi

Many people’s homes will emerge from the pandemic transformed. When uncertainty abounds it’s human nature to yearn for a simpler life. Nostalgia will reign in 2021 - we will reach back for historic architectural features that have stood the test of time. Natural-inspired tones will be key to comfort plus gardens that bring daily joy. We love the espalier Persian Ironwood tree, pictured, which creates structural interest the garden might otherwise miss. Espalier trained trees never fail to impress and while they look tricky to create, even a novice can sculpt then into artful features. Repost @vanya_wilkinson_interiors; photo: @kirkham_tony #espalier #tree #soft #design #garden #houseandgarden #natural #homedesign #landscape #weekend #home #homedesign #architecture #stone #style #landscapedesign #landscaping #earth

The use of colour in design is often a sign of the

The use of colour in design is often a sign of the times. As people are indoors more, the hottest colours for 2021 are strong, earthy tones inspired by nature that ground us, evoking a sense of comfort and calm. Greens and blues are being used to brighten spaces, underpin many interior palettes and put a smile on our faces during these challenging times. Head to www.melissapenfold.com to see the biggest design trends for the months ahead, plus the ones that need to go. Repost @peppertreeliving @rrinteriors #green #interiordesign #interiors #kitchendesign #interiors #wood #rug #paint #homedesign #decor #design #homedecor #style #kitchen #kitchendesign #trends #earth #natural #kitchendecor #kitcheninspo

It used to be that our houses and gardens were a p

It used to be that our houses and gardens were a place for part of our lives. Simply put, many of us weren’t in our houses or gardens that much. The pandemic changed all that. And as we adjust to this, we’re also adjusting to the spaces - indoors and out, we live in. It’s now all about making your home your sanctuary on every level. The trend is for beautiful, useable gardens, and what makes you smile. Homes will become textural and layered, and we will see interior and landscape design that is more regional and place-based than ever. Repost @domainelaparpaille #garden #design #pool #swimmingpool #landscape #outdoors #houseandgarden #countrylife #swim #tree #france #countryliving #greenery #style #provence #cotedazur #landscapedesign

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No outdoor space is too small for a garden. Tiny b

No outdoor space is too small for a garden. Tiny balconies can be transformed into flourishing oasis In the middle of the city. Think of them as an extension of your indoor space. For small balconies, the goal is to bring the outdoors in. Always keep a base of evergreens. And, keep within the same colour range for pots and containers. Repost of Paris scenes via @interiorblink #paris #balcony #gardening #garden #plants #france #greenery #stone #greenthumb #tinygarden #style #vine #landscapedesign #window #architecture

The need for space is driving people out of cities

The need for space is driving people out of cities - with a huge leap in sales of country estates reported. People who never imagined they might have moved out of town are joining the city exodus. Even if you don’t happen to have a country estate you can celebrate nature, let in and filter sun and light with spaces that are calm, zen, layered, green and natural - no matter how small your pad. And of course, grow vines to get your garden off the ground. Head to the blog to discover our fave fast-growing, pleasure-giving vines and plants for instant gratification that will turn your neighbour’s green with envy. “Want A Gorgeous Garden Fast? Here’s What To Plant” at www.melissapenfold.com now. Repost @domainelaparpaille #garden #vines #plants #house #houseandgarden #rustic #terrace #countrylife #countryliving #stone #vine #landscape #landscapedesign #style #france #greenery #plantsofinstagram #patio

Many people’s homes will emerge from the pandemi

Many people’s homes will emerge from the pandemic transformed. When uncertainty abounds it’s human nature to yearn for a simpler life. Nostalgia will reign in 2021 - we will reach back for historic architectural features that have stood the test of time. Natural-inspired tones will be key to comfort plus gardens that bring daily joy. We love the espalier Persian Ironwood tree, pictured, which creates structural interest the garden might otherwise miss. Espalier trained trees never fail to impress and while they look tricky to create, even a novice can sculpt then into artful features. Repost @vanya_wilkinson_interiors; photo: @kirkham_tony #espalier #tree #soft #design #garden #houseandgarden #natural #homedesign #landscape #weekend #home #homedesign #architecture #stone #style #landscapedesign #landscaping #earth

The use of colour in design is often a sign of the

The use of colour in design is often a sign of the times. As people are indoors more, the hottest colours for 2021 are strong, earthy tones inspired by nature that ground us, evoking a sense of comfort and calm. Greens and blues are being used to brighten spaces, underpin many interior palettes and put a smile on our faces during these challenging times. Head to www.melissapenfold.com to see the biggest design trends for the months ahead, plus the ones that need to go. Repost @peppertreeliving @rrinteriors #green #interiordesign #interiors #kitchendesign #interiors #wood #rug #paint #homedesign #decor #design #homedecor #style #kitchen #kitchendesign #trends #earth #natural #kitchendecor #kitcheninspo

It used to be that our houses and gardens were a p

It used to be that our houses and gardens were a place for part of our lives. Simply put, many of us weren’t in our houses or gardens that much. The pandemic changed all that. And as we adjust to this, we’re also adjusting to the spaces - indoors and out, we live in. It’s now all about making your home your sanctuary on every level. The trend is for beautiful, useable gardens, and what makes you smile. Homes will become textural and layered, and we will see interior and landscape design that is more regional and place-based than ever. Repost @domainelaparpaille #garden #design #pool #swimmingpool #landscape #outdoors #houseandgarden #countrylife #swim #tree #france #countryliving #greenery #style #provence #cotedazur #landscapedesign

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