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Missing your weekly Rivals fix? Designers reveal the 1980s interior design trends to embrace today – plus the looks that should stay in the past
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Discover the key pieces and styling tricks that make this nostalgic 1980s trend feel effortlessly modern

The 8 bedroom design mistakes experts say can ruin your space – and your sleep
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
From furniture choices to colour selection, these eight common bedroom design mistakes could mean your dream space becomes a bit of a nightmare

Is your smart home watching you? In some ways yes, but here's how you can take back control
By Gabriella Dyson Published
Smart doorbells, thermostats and energy monitors collect more data than most of us realise. Here's what it's used for and how to limit what gets shared

Moles ruining your lawn? An expert reveals the best (and most ethical) ways to deal with them
By Megan Milstead Published
Moles can be a real nuisance, but our three-step guide will send them on their merry way

Confused about which type of garden office will best suit your needs and budget? These 6 options should help streamline the process
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
We take a look at the main garden office options and explain their pros, cons and costs so you can make an executive decision

Slim Shaker kitchens — the subtle but effective upgrade bringing a classic design into modern homes
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
Thought Shaker kitchens were only for traditional schemes? It might be time for a rethink. This popular cabinet door design has had a makeover – and we love it

Your home office design mistakes could be making every day at work feel harder – here are the biggest ones you should fix right now
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
From poor desk placement to impractical lighting, these errors could be draining your comfort, mood and motivation on a daily basis

Can you really work from a garden shed? Here's the honest truth about converting one
By Gabriella Dyson Published
Not every shed is worth saving. But the ones that are can be transformed into a workspace that beats any spare bedroom

6 things I never do with my kitchen appliances anymore thanks to my repair-expert friend
By Amy Cutmore Published
I thought I knew everything about looking after my kitchen appliances – until I spoke to my engineer friend

Brown patches on your box hedge? Here's how to tell if box blight is to blame and how to stop it from spreading
By Holly Crossley Published
Diseased box plants don't only look unsightly but can put the rest of your garden at risk too. Tackling it quickly and efficiently is a must, and here's how
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