Tag: Ideas
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11 beautiful loft bedroom decorating ideas
Strangely, little thought often goes into loft bedroom decorating ideas, with the emphasis (quite rightly) put on ensuring the newly converted space offers enough head height, fits in with the architecture of your house externally and is structurally sound. However, if your loft conversion is to provide a relaxing, stylish sleeping space, care needs to…
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Girl Cat Names: 200 Ideas + Naming Tips
We’re just as surprised as anyone that we officially own a cat. And when we jokingly named the stray cat that ran the streets “Jenny From The Block” (aka: “Jenny,” which also made us laugh because it rhymes with our dog named Penny), we never imagined she’d eventually be living inside with a name that…
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Girl Dog Names: 200 Ideas + Naming Tips
Before we started this website (way back in 2006!), we actually pitched a dog naming book to a bunch of publishers. This is a completely true story. As in, we wrote the whole intro, many sample chapters, and a full proposal that we sent to agents in the hopes of getting a deal. The impetus…
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The Cozy DIY Cabin Everyone’s Asked To See (Packed With Genius Ideas To Steal)
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Hi everyone! It’s me, Jess. In case you’ve missed my dad, Les’, boomer dad gift guides, he’s quickly become a beloved contributor here at EHD. And while I couldn’t be more biased, I honestly wasn’t surprised. He’s my favorite person, and getting to share him with you is simply the best. (Plus, he feels like…
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8 Blue Interior Design Ideas
Blue, with its profound and versatile nature, offers a sophisticated palette for your interiors. Explore blue’s full spectrum to curate spaces that feel both inviting and vibrantly alive. Whether you’re looking for a calm, creative inspiration, or a deeper connection to nature, blue holds the key to a harmonious, revitalized home. Let’s explore eight inspiring…
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Decking cover ideas to transform your deck into a 24/7 space
The most effective decking cover ideas will max up your deck’s potential, especially if you feel it’s an under-utilised space during certain times of the year. While it is often the place to be during summer, sometimes the weather can get in the way if it’s either too hot or too cold, or starts raining.…
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7 Home Renovation Ideas To Increase Value
Upgrading your home isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s a strategic investment. Whether you’re planning to sell soon or simply want to enjoy a more functional space, specific renovations offer a high return on investment (ROI). This guide walks you through seven practical renovation ideas proven to increase home value, backed by data, expert insight, and…
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13 loft balcony ideas to elevate your conversion
From privacy and planning permission to structure and access, there’s more to bringing your loft balcony ideas to life than first meets the eye. Whether you’re dreaming of a rooftop terrace for morning coffees, a Juliet balcony to let fresh air in, or something in between, it pays to think about the practicalities as well…
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12 oak frame porch ideas that are pretty, practical and can be sized to suit
If there’s one feature I’d always recommend you include when designing a new home, or renovating one, it’s a porch. While it may not always seem like a necessity, in the UK climate it really is. Providing somewhere to shelter from the elements, porch ideas provide the perfect transition point from outdoors to in, protecting…
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Garden path lighting ideas – 8 ways to enhance your walkways
While you can often get away without lighting other areas of the garden, regularly used pathways are the exception to the rule. If it’s tricky to navigate in the dark and access across your garden to your porch or back door is difficult, you will need good garden path lighting ideas to show you the…