Category: living room
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How to choose and style tiles in a living room
Tiles might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you picture a cosy living space, but designers are increasingly making the case for bringing them out of our kitchens and bathrooms and into our living spaces. Living room tiles offer all the durability you’d expect – spill resistance, pet-friendly surfaces and brilliant…
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Traditional Red & Green Christmas Decor: A Timeless Look for the Holiday Season
Every Christmas season, no matter how many latest trends cross my feed, I always find myself considering traditional red and green Christmas decor. There’s something so comforting about it, like stepping back into the glow of my childhood tree in the 70’s with its candy canes, handmade ornaments, and twinkling colourful lights. These classic Christmas…
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19 home bar ideas to consider adding to your home
We’ll never completely give up a night at our favourite local or that fancy wine bar. But after enduring overpriced cocktails, a queue for the loo, and “background” music you have to shout over to be heard, it’s hard not to wonder if we could have a better time at home. No surprise, then, that…
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Why open fireplaces may soon be banned
With the rise of modern log burning stoves and growing political pressure to cut air pollution, the days of the traditional open fire may be numbered. Labour’s updated Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) puts domestic emissions under new scrutiny, and experts say open fireplaces are the “worst offenders” when it comes to household air pollution. But…
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My Brothers River House Living Room Reveal – With A TV On A Tiled Fireplace
I’m pretty sentimental writing this post. After four years (maybe 5?), this is the last room reveal of my brother’s family river house. Working on this project has been so incredibly fulfilling. If lessons are gifts (which they are), this project gave me too many to count; I’m spoiled with the bounty. Not every second…
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Jess’ Art Filled Living Room/Office Reveal
I half jokingly told the team that I wanted to write an Emily Bowser-style post. Now, that’s a BIG statement given how incredibly entertaining and helpful her posts are. They take you on a long, winding journey. You will laugh, you may cry, but without a doubt, you will have a wonderful time. So maybe…
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12 green living room ideas to bring calm, balance and style
There’s a reason why green living rooms are trending: this versatile shade works well for any mood you’re trying to create – whether it’s a calming zen space to relax in after work or a luxurious area you’re proud to host guests in. The best part about green is that it goes with almost anything…
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12 green living room ideas to bring calm, balance and style
There’s a reason why green living rooms are trending: this versatile shade works well for any mood you’re trying to create – whether it’s a calming zen space to relax in after work or a luxurious area you’re proud to host guests in. The best part about green is that it goes with almost anything…
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Your complete guide to blocking up a fireplace
The most common reason for blocking up a fireplace is to tidy up an old opening, left from the removal of an old fireplace and its surround. While there are plenty of beautiful fireplace ideas out there to suit all kinds of interior schemes, in some cases it makes more sense to create a flush…
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Small living room lighting ideas that have a big impact
Choosing the right lighting for a small living room is key to making the most of those compact proportions, turning them into an asset rather than a limitation. Clever lighting sets the tone and defines the atmosphere in your home, all while ensuring a small living room feels thoughtful and considered. At one end of…