Paint and wallpaper are the obvious choice for wall decor ideas, but they have their limitations when it comes to wanting to create something larger scale and more striking. For anyone not in the know, a mural is any artwork that is either applied or painted directly to your walls or ceiling. Naturally, we’re not all artistically inclined enough to paint straight on to our walls, but thankfully there are some great digital options that mimic the style of a mural that you can utilize instead....

‘In today’s fast-paced world, wellness and self-care have never been more important, says Graff CEO and president Ziggy Kulig. Whether you want to refresh or relax, a blissful spa bathroom or shower can boost wellbeing and create a sense of everyday indulgence. ‘Creating a wellness experience in the bathroom depends on the personal needs and rituals of each individual,’ says Holger Struck, spokesperson for Dornbracht. ‘For example, some people prefer a spacious showering area, open to the room, while others prefer a more enclosed, cozy space with a tub....

If you’re wondering how to sleep better, you may want to consider painting your space a more therapeutic color (light blue is approved by the experts). Or you may want to upgrade your best mattress to ensure it’s perfect for your needs. However, your bedroom lighting ideas are also vital in achieving a good night’s sleep – and that includes knowing what LED light color is best for sleep. While this factor may appear small in the grand scheme of your bedroom, experts warn that your chosen tone may harm your sleep quality....

Growing nasturtiums (Tropaeolum) is easy, and from mid-summer into fall, they brighten the yard. The annual forms have spurred flowers in hot shades of gold, orange, or red, amongst green leaves that resemble tiny waterlily pads. The word nasturtium comes from the Latin nasus tortus, which means twisted nose, because the whole plant has a strong (but not unpleasant) aroma that sometimes makes your nostrils sting and tingle. Here, we’ve got the details you need about the optimum times for sowing and planting nasturtiums to enjoy their fabulous form and color....

Voluptuous, romantic peonies produce their richly scented blooms in May and June so, once you’re in the know about how to grow peonies, understanding when to introduce them to your yard is crucial. Our guide has the lowdown on when to plant peonies to enjoy their generous flouncy flowers opening the door to summer year after year. When to plant peonies The answer to when to plant peonies is that potted herbaceous and intersectional peonies can go in the ground at any time of year, but are best planted in late April or May or September....

When it comes to living room color ideas, the options are endless. Often room color ideas are subjective and are left to personal taste, however, there are some colors that experts claim are the ideal shades for an easy-going, versatile living room. Here, paint experts and designers have shared their paint opinions with Homes & Gardens, so that you can create a timeless living room to relax and impress. Which color is best in a living room?...

An enduring material that has been used for thousands of years for construction and product creation, wood ceiling ideas not only embody craftsmanship and building techniques from the past, but exciting and innovative new ways to use this long-lasting material in the home. The ceiling, the ‘fifth wall’ in a room that is often neglected, can be beautifully transformed with a range of inspiring ceilings ideas, with wood adding inviting warmth, texture and depth to the surface....

To create the kitchen ideas of his Venetian dreams, Osorio actually looked back to his home city of Florence, and specifically to locally based kitchen brand Officine Gullo. Inspired by parallel loves of Florentine craftsmanship and detail, Osorio and the company worked together to design and build his bespoke kitchen, and now have further interior projects in the pipeline. From unique kitchen color ideas to taking inspiration from other rooms of the house, Osorio gave us a tour of the kitchen and showed us what makes it an exciting addition to his already remarkable home....

Inspired by the home’s Victorian history, the four-year renovation of this home in the market town of Tonbridge took notes from the agricultural and industrial buildings of the same era in the surrounding area. As a result, the house’s kitchen ideas are filled with nods to the industrial revolution and Victorian design, as well as contemporary luxuries. We picked out our favorite parts, while The Main Company’s Director Alex Main shared with us his tips for recreating the look....

‘There’s so much hustle and bustle in LA,’ says Mintee Kalra of garden design firm Peruse (opens in new tab). ‘You have to drive to get up here, through all the traffic and the chaos, so when you arrive, I wanted there to be the feeling of an exhale.’ The finished space is a lesson on how to create a Mediterranean garden. It belongs to a house designed in the 1970s by LA architect Fred Smathers, an early proponent of outdoor living, is extraordinarily restful....

From popular hotspots like France and Mexico, to the more exotic, including Japan, Botswana and the Maldives, these new hotels and resorts are raising the bar in the ultra-competitive luxury space. See: Best places to book a holiday: plan your post-lockdown escape Discover the hottest new hotels opening in 2020 We’ve curated a must-see roundup of new openings, from historical city buildings to sleek beach resorts and lodges nestled in nature, all offering distinctive character, varied experiences and superior service....

At first glance, this whitewashed, wood-clad house with its steep gable roof could be mistaken for one of the many original late 15th-century homes that this property draws its inspiration from. In fact, it was built as recently as the 21st-century, by architects Hyland Design Group and builder Terry Babb – whom delighted in reinventing this period aesthetic in the heart of Silicon Valley. To turn their new-build home into classically-styled yet contemporary marvel, the owners hired in interior design extraordinaire Emily of Emily Kates Design (opens in new tab) to carry out the renovation....

The offer is for UK residents only and ends on Sunday 2 May 2021 at 11:59pm. See three top ways to spend it below. 1. Sophisticated Julian Bowen bedroom furniture Julian Bowen has been making furniture in Nottinghamshire for 30 years. This bedroom set includes a stylish dresser (see below), a 5 drawer chest (opens in new tab), bedside table (opens in new tab), and tall chest (opens in new tab) in a sleek dove grey that will work with a number of bedroom designs....

The new collection offers a selection of patterns that reflect the harmonic and disharmonic cadence of shapes, tones, and textures through their beautiful imperfections. However, before you invest, Athena urges you to take time out to forward-plan – and follow the process she uses in her own home. This is how to choose a rug, the Athena Calderone way. 1. Map out the size and shape ‘It might feel like an extra step, but you should always take the time to measure and tape out the exact size of the rug on your floor,’ Athena explains when planning modern hallway flooring ideas....

The panel gathered to discuss this most elegant of wall decor ideas was hosted by Charu Gandhi, Founder and Director of Kensington-based interior design studio Elicyon, and included Geraldine Larkin (opens in new tab), who responsible for the reinvention of the ancient craft of embroidery, and creator, Pinch (opens in new tab) furniture design founder Russell Pinch. With a shared passion for tapestry and craft, they discussed what contemporary tapestry looks like in interior schemes today, how it straddles craft and art, why fabric can be considered ‘liveable’ tapestry and the delicate process from artisan to abode....

If you’re wondering how to sleep better, the answer may be in one of the biggest paint trends of the season – color drenching. This maximalist paint trend involves painting one color across multiple surfaces in one room – varying only in slightly different tones. The effect is bold and contemporary – but experts suggest its benefits stretch beyond its aesthetic. How color drenching can help you sleep – according to a psychologist According to Psychologist and Wellbeing Consultant Lee Chambers (opens in new tab), there are ‘multifaceted benefits of being surrounded by a chosen color....

THE PROPERTY This brand-new home, built over three storeys, is situated in an idyllic location just a minute’s walk from the ocean, and its generic interior provided a challenge for Kate. ‘We were brought into this project by our clients’ realtor, who sold them the property,’ says Kate. ‘The overall layout and bones of the house were solid, but the interior lacked the personality and wow-factor that our clients were looking for....

Britain is home to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes, and the best beaches in the UK are not to be missed. THE BEST BEACHES IN THE UK Holidu (opens in new tab), the search engine for holiday rentals, has decided to find out which are the best beaches in the UK, creating the perfect British bucket list to satisfy your sandy beach desires this summer. TRAETH MWNT – CARMARTHENSHIRE, WALES Coming out on top of this ranking is Traeth Mwnt beach, located in Carmarthenshire, Wales....

The villa, called ‘Il Sogno’ (the dream), is one of the great ’true’ Bel Air estates, and dates back to the late 1920s. See: World’s best homes – step inside the globe’s most spectacular houses It’s a grand, classic villa featuring high-beamed hand-painted ceilings, plaster walls, stone-carved fireplaces, and an array of incredible world-class details. It boasts grand rooms with beautiful scale overlooking spectacular views and gardens throughout the estate....

Start by noting which birds already visit your garden. Different birds have different tastes and favorite foods, so feeding the birds you know already frequent your garden is a good start, plus it will encourage them to keep returning. American robins, for example, love to eat fruits while blue jays love to eat peanuts and northern cardinals love black oil sunflower seeds. Once you’re feeding your regular guests, you can then branch out with other types of feed and attract even more species of bird into your garden....