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How can adding a small side table next to a favourite chair make that corner more usable day to day?

A comfortable chair is only half a relaxation spot. If there’s nowhere to set down a cup of tea, a book, glasses or your...

Why might grouping similar objects together on a shelf look better than spreading them all around the room?

When you spread similar objects – candles, small plants, family photos – all over the room, each one becomes a tiny point of attention....

How can using a single long shelf instead of many small ones simplify the look of a wall?

Multiple small shelves scattered across a wall can easily look busy. Each shelf with its own brackets, shapes and clusters of items becomes a...

Why is it sensible to live in a home for a few months before starting major renovation work?

On day one in a new home, it’s tempting to redesign everything based on first impressions. But living in the space for a while...

How can taking “before” photos help you track renovation mistakes or changes later?

Before you start hacking walls and pulling up floors, snapping simple “before” photos feels like a sentimental step – something you’ll look back on....

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How can adding a small side table next to a favourite chair make that corner more usable day to day?

A comfortable chair is only half a relaxation spot....

Why might grouping similar objects together on a shelf look better than spreading them all around the room?

When you spread similar objects – candles, small plants,...

How can using a single long shelf instead of many small ones simplify the look of a wall?

Multiple small shelves scattered across a wall can easily...

Why is it useful to measure eye level when planning where to hang a TV on the wall?

A TV that’s hung too high feels like sitting...

How can swapping heavy, dark cushion covers for lighter ones change a room’s mood for summer?

Cushions are like clothing for your sofa. Dark, heavy...