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Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Did It — This Backsplash Mural Trend Is A “Commitment To Joy” In Your Home, Says Interior Designers
Yotam Ottolenghi’s new kitchen backsplash features tiles painted with family references, reflecting designers’ growing interest in personal murals.
Can’t Decide Whether A Resin Or Gravel Driveway Will Suit Your Home And Needs Best?
A UK home-design guide compares resin and gravel driveways on installation, typical costs, longevity, maintenance and appearance.
These Gracefully Decorated Holiday Homes Capture The Spirit Of The Season
Veranda’s holiday-home collection features decorated houses and gathering ideas from Tangier to California, with settings for Christmas and New Year’s.
5 Expert-Backed Ways To Make Your Home Feel Calmer Through The Cold Months
House Beautiful’s report outlines five expert-backed home adjustments for colder months, from reducing clutter to creating a more inviting bedroom.
Everything We Expect From Apple’s Surprise Smart Home Event Next Week
Apple has confirmed a Tuesday “Welcome Home” event. A smart display, HomePod update and security products are among the reported possibilities.
I Got A Preview Of Aldi’s Hugely Popular Christmas Specialbuys For 2026
Aldi’s 2026 Christmas Specialbuys preview includes candles, cookware and decor, with selected launch dates and prices reported by Ideal Home.
Designers Say “Cushcore” Is The Snuggly Decor Trend Taking Over Homes This Fall
Designers describe cushcore as a comfort-first decorating approach built around plush seating, tactile fabrics and considered proportions.
What Color Is Ochre? Here’s How To Decorate With This ‘Enriched’ Yellow Like A Designer
Designers describe ochre as a warm, earthy yellow and share ways to use it on walls, with brighter yellow, and alongside natural materials.
I’ve Never Seen A Studio Apartment Do So Much In Such A Little Space — It Conjures Up A Dream-State Landscape In A Mere 37-Square-Metre Home
Studio Paradisiartificiali and artist Owen Gent renovated a 37-square-metre Milan apartment with surreal murals, colorful furnishings and a new service core.
I Filled My Home With Matter Devices — These Are The 5 Problems They Actually Solved
A Matter Alpha writer reports using connected sensors and automations for leak alerts, lights, fans, humidity and uneven room temperatures.
September Retail Sales Mark 12Th Month Of Steady Growth
U.S. retail sales rose 0.28% in September from August and 4.05% year over year, according to the NRF’s CNBC Retail Monitor.
Ace Hardware Earns High Ranking On Franchise Times Top 400 List
Ace Hardware ranked sixth on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, reporting $24 billion in 2025 retail sales and 1,100-plus store openings over five years.
Here’s When Editors Say You Should Start Decorating For Christmas
A Veranda survey found 65% of participating editors favor decorating after Thanksgiving or in early December, while others start earlier.
Hot Products — November 25, 2026
Hardware Retailing’s November 25, 2026, roundup describes eight products for outdoor cleaning, work, recreation, food and home improvement.
Pro Organisers Say These Are The 4 Things To Declutter In October To Get Ready For The Colder Months
Professional organisers recommend sorting Halloween decorations, wardrobes, baking supplies and medicines in October before colder weather arrives.
The 12 IKEA Pieces Designers Actually Use In Their Own Projects
A Veranda report highlights 12 IKEA furnishings and storage pieces designers say they use in client projects and their own work.
Save Up To 38% On Meross Smart Home Gadgets With These Prime Day Deals
Meross smart-home products, including a water timer and garage door opener, are discounted by up to 38% in Amazon’s October Prime Day sale.
Minwax Names 2027 Color Of The Year
Minwax selected Pickled Oak, a light wood finish that lets natural grain show, as its 2027 Color of the Year.
12 Strange Features In Old Homes That Had Surprisingly Practical Purposes
A House Beautiful report explains how 12 features in historic homes once served practical needs, from moving meals to improving airflow.
Is Your Neighbour’s Fire Pit Too Close To Your Fence? Experts Explain When You Can Complain
UK guidance says there is no set legal distance from a fence, but smoke nuisance or fire risk may justify action through your council.
This Charming Home In New Canaan Calls Out The Homeowner’s Love Of Birds
Designer Ariel Okin used bird motifs, florals and soft colors to make a New Canaan family’s new-build feel personal and connected to nature.
These Are The 10 Color Trends Experts Say Will Be Everywhere In 2027
Paint and color experts forecast 2027 palettes shaped by nature and nostalgia, including grounded roses, nuanced browns, stone neutrals and periwinkle.
The Home Depot Expands Pro Delivery Network
The Home Depot opened a 1.1-million-square-foot flatbed delivery center in Westminster, Massachusetts, its 18th facility in the network.
Should You Bleed Upstairs Or Downstairs Radiators First? I Asked The Pros For The Definitive Answer
Heating experts recommend bleeding ground-floor radiators first, then upstairs, to reduce repeat work. Check boiler pressure before restarting the heating.
Le Creuset’s Newest Shade Is Giving Grey A French Twist
Le Creuset’s Chateau shade, inspired by French stone and sky, launched October 1 across 15 cookware and kitchenware products.
This Shelter Island Home Boasts The Best Porch We’ve Ever Seen
Designer Serena Dugan restored a Shelter Island cottage, rebuilding its stone fireplace and making its spacious porch a central feature.
The 2 Most Outdated Decluttering Rules That Experts Say You Can Stop Following Right Now
Professional organizers say “one in, one out” and the one-year clothing test can be too rigid. They recommend routines and personal needs instead.
People Who Want Their Homes To ‘Tell Their Stories’ Are Choosing This Hyper-Personal Aesthetic For Their Bathrooms
Livingetc reports on illustrated bathroom tiles used to add family memories, personal motifs and home history to a functional space.
12 Modern Extensions That Anybody Planning A Project In 2027 Should See Before They Start The Process
Livingetc’s collection of 12 modern extensions shows varied ways to add space, light and a stronger garden connection. Costs and approvals still need checking.
3 Status Symbol Bathroom Buys That Will Make Your Wash Space Look Instantly More Expensive
Ideal Home recommends Diptyque bath products, MG&Co. accessories and Tekla towels as small bathroom updates with a more polished look.
This Is What Wallpaper Looked Like In The Decade You Were Born
A House Beautiful retrospective traces wallpaper from postwar florals and 1960s graphics to peel-and-stick designs and current murals.
Capiz Shell Is The Lighting Trend That Will Make Your Home Feel Softly Romantic
Livingetc reports renewed interest in Capiz shell lighting, prized by designers for its pearlescent finish and softly diffused glow.
Old Is The New ‘New’ — How The Economics Of Resale, Thrift, And Vintage Are Changing The Kind Of Interiors We Covet
Vintage and secondhand furniture are moving into mainstream interiors, as shoppers seek distinctive pieces and designers increasingly source older objects.
Forget Conventional Woodburners, These Centuries-Old Swedish Ceramic Stoves Aren’t Just More Efficient, They Make A Better Design Centerpiece
A Livingetc report highlights centuries-old Swedish ceramic stoves, their long heat retention, installation needs and growing use in British interiors.
This Is The FIRST Thing You Should Fix In A Bathroom Renovation, According To Designers
Designers interviewed by House Beautiful say bathroom renovations should start with layout and function, before tile, counters or luxury extras.
STIHL Appoints New President
STIHL appointed Sean McGinnis president of STIHL Inc. effective Oct. 1, 2026, giving him responsibility for U.S. operations, sales and marketing.
Dunn-Edwards Announces 2027 Color Of The Year
Dunn-Edwards names French Press Coffee, a deep brown with a subtle plum undertone, as its 2027 Color of the Year.
Skip The Endless Scrolling—Our Editors Shared Their Best October Prime Day Buys
House Beautiful editors shared home, kitchen and seasonal items on their October Prime Big Deal Days wish lists, with some deals already live.
7 Halloween Decor Trends That Are Having A Major Moment This Year
Designers predict vintage details, whimsical displays, ghostly draping and deep red accents will shape Halloween decor in 2026.
