The One Thing Mike Holmes Says Is Essential For Every Home
According to HGTV's Mike Holmes, no home is complete without this simple but overlooked essential. Here's what he says every space should include.
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The Vintage Kitchenware You Can Thrift That's Quickly Becoming A Hot Collectible
Shopping for kitchenware at the thrift store doesn't mean you have cheap taste. In fact, you might just find collectible items on the rise in popularity.
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The Design Rule HGTV's Hilary Farr Follows For A Cozy Living Room
If you want to create a cozy living room, check out the design rule HGTV's Hilary Farr always follows and ways to incorporate it into your home.
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The Emerging Home Trend That Elevates Every Gathering
If you love having people over and want to elevate the gatherings, check out a decor trend that is gaining popularity and how to incorporate it into your home.
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This Kitchen Trend Is Making A Surprising Comeback, And Even Nancy Meyers Is On Board
While home design trends come and go, this unexpected addition for your kitchen is one that filmmaker extraordinaire, Nancy Meyers, has embraced.
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How Durable Are IKEA Kitchen Cabinets Really?
When it comes to kitchen cabinets, durability is one of the most important factors to take into consideration. Here's a look at how the ones at IKEA stack up.
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Ditch Flimsy Plastic Vertical Blinds & Try A Trendier Option To Cover Sliding Glass Doors
While plastic vertical blinds may get the job done, your sliding glass doors deserve better. Instead, go with blinds that elevate the space.
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The Joanna Gaines Approved Butterfly Bush That May Even Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard
Joanna Gaines has tips on improving both your interior and outdoor space, and she approves a butterfly bush that may attract hummingbirds to your yard.
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The Interior Design Trend That People Are Replacing Their Accent Walls With
Accent walls make a great statement — including that you're not keeping up on trends. Here's what designers are moving toward instead for their walls.
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IKEA's TRINDSNÖ Lamp: Here's What Customers Like (& Don't Like) About The Versatile Light
While IKEA is known for affordable home goods, certain items aren't as much of a home run as others. Here are the positives and negatives of the TRINDSNÖ lamp.
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The One Kitchen Trend HGTV's Christina Haack Calls The Next Big Thing
Looking to update your cooking space? HGTV's Christina Haack predicts this modern trend is going to be a must-have for contemporary kitchen renovations.
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The Outdated Curtain Style That's Shrinking Your Space
Window treatments bring both aesthetic and practical advantages, but choosing the wrong type of curtains could actually cause your room to appear smaller.
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The Old-School Kitchen Addition That Keeps Modern Messes Hidden
The modern home cook needs all kinds of ingredients, appliances, and utensils, but nobody wants a cluttered kitchen. This vintage feature could be the solution.
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The Two Paint Colors HGTV's Joanna Gaines Doesn't Love Using In Homes
Joanna Gaines is known for her love of neutral paint shades, but when she does incorporate more vivid color, there are two hues that she tends to avoid using.
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Don't Make This Embarrassing Mistake When Picking Out Inexpensive Bamboo Shades
When picking out window treatments, you more than likely should select window treatments that boast this simple but effective feature.
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How To Choose The Perfect Blind Color To Complement Your Home
The color of window blinds can make or break a room. With our tips, learn how to choose the best color blinds to suit your decor and avoid some common mistakes.
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The Best Colors For Making Organic Modern Spaces Feel Extra Luxe
Organic modern spaces often rely on palettes full of browns and beiges, but this popular color can provide a natural yet subtle twist on basic neutrals.
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Fluid Patterns Are Making A Trendy Return To 2025
If you want to ensure you incorporate interior design trends into your home, you'll want to know all about the return of fluid patterns in 2025.
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Why Everyone's Swapping Out These Once-Popular Porch Lights
Warmer weather signals it's time to start paying attention to the porch you neglected all winter. One area of upgrade you should consider? Porch lighting.
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Joanna Gaines' Bedding Collection Has Everything - Including All-Natural Options
When it comes to celebrity interior designers, Joanna Gaines is hard to match. Her bedding collection has everything, including some all-natural options.
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Joanna Gaines Shows Us A Genius Way To Make Basic Hardwood Floors Look More Unique
Hardwood flooring is classic, but it can also feel a bit basic. Spruce it up with this clever idea from Joanna Gaines and make a bold statement.
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The Stylish Tile Hack That Adds A Pop Of Gingham To Any Room
Looking to add a pop of stylish color to your room? This tile hack adds a splash of gingham design that can be mixed and matched to suit your specific tastes.
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The Traditional Window Treatment That Brings Coastal Vibes To A Bathroom
Windows are a statement piece in a home, and the treatments you choose can have a major impact on the look of a room. Keep it coastal with this trendy option.
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The Unexpected Feature That Instantly Gives Any Room A Vintage Feel
If you are looking to add a charming and quaint touch to your home, there’s an unexpected feature that can instantly give any room a vintage feel.
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The Historic Accent Wall That's Not Outdated (If You Follow These Design Tips)
This type of accent wall has been around for ages, but if you style the interior thoughtfully, it will give your home a timeless look that's full of character.
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Tricks To Make IKEA Pieces Look Like Mid-Century Vintage
Want a mid-century look without having to search out expensive antique pieces? These tricks can help turn IKEA pieces into a more unique mid-century style.
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Stunning Design Choices In Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent's Bathroom We Want In Our Home
Highlight your bathroom design with inspiration from Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent's own stunning decor choices from their main bathroom renovation.
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