Although often overlooked, there are countless entryway ideas that allow you to take advantage of their functional space while also making your entryway inviting. From organizing an entryway to entryway furniture ideas, there are a vast array of changes you can make to this awkward half room to make it look incredible and function well. Here, designers have offered their thoughts on what looks good in an entryway for you to emulate at home....

If you’re already interested in feng shui front door colors, you may already know that your chosen hues influence your home’s energy. However, some of the most aesthetic (and practical) front door ideas are also thought to bring good luck to your home – from white lights to a fragrant lemon tree. Here’s what spiritual and well-being experts put outside their front door for luck – and what these front door design tricks could mean for you....

Irises make wonderful additions to any garden ideas, and their delicate blooms and soft colors stand out beautifully in cottage garden ideas. Once you have taken the time to learn how to grow irises, cutting back irises should be done annually to ensure your plant remains healthy through the winter in preparation for the following spring. Here, gardening expert Rachel Crow, garden editor for Homes & Gardens, has shared her tips on when to cut back irises, as well as why it is crucial to prolonging your plants....

The first step is to work out whether the cause is simply cosmetic, or if you’re dealing with a structural issue. If it’s the latter, you’ll need to act sooner rather than later. If a repair is necessary, it’s much safer – and more cost effective – to correct it in the early stages before it becomes a bigger problem. We’ve put together an easy guide to help you recognize warning signs that a problem may exist and work out what might be causing it....

Also known as Lagerstroemia, the crepe myrtle is a versatile plant that can be grown as a tree or maintained as an ornamental shrub, making it a beautiful addition to your garden ideas. It possesses panicles of beautiful flowers with a crepe-like texture, usually in pink, purple or white, which start in late spring and endure through summer. ‘The crepe myrtle is such a beautiful flowering tree during the warmer months,’ says Lindsey Hyland, founder of Urban Organic Yield (opens in new tab)....

For some though, long held myths about planting peonies has stopped them from choosing to grow these wonderful and virtually care-free plants in their garden. Alec White of Primrose Hall Peonies (opens in new tab) has had a love affair with peonies ever since he first started growing them 15 years ago and he believes every garden deserves at least one beautiful peony. So, he has shared the biggest peony myths and misconceptions with us and debunked them with simple explanations, in the hope that gardeners who have previously been put off from growing peonies might decide that they will finally give it a go and choose to grow a peony of their own....

See: Backyard ideas – design ideas for your backyard, whatever its size or style A recent report* has suggested that thousands of us may be guilty of breaking several surprising garden laws – covering everything from harmful weeds to fences. So, to make sure we all stay on the right side of the law, we rounded up tips from Guy Barter, Chief Horticulturist at the RHS (opens in new tab)....

The Detroit-born singer certainly knows how to make a cultural impact (promoting causes like body positivity through her music), but snapshots on her Instagram show she has a flair for contemporary interior design too. Her canvas is one of the world’s best homes – formally owned by fellow musician (and friend) Harry Styles. Lizzo purchased the $15m Beverly Hills estate (shown below) in late October 2022 and has since shared photos of its interiors on her Instagram....

After trying out the gas-fired version of the Nano for a few months, I’m convinced it’s the best pizza oven you can buy for your home. It’s a serious pizza oven, that makes seriously good pizzas. All that said, it’s not going to be for everyone. Read on to find out why I love the Alfa Nano, who it’ll work for, and who it won’t. More dealer information is available at alfaforni....

We’ve compiled this guide to the best blenders after months of hands-on testing, comparing each great buy against another from top brands, including Ninja, NutriBullet, Vitamix, and KitchenAid. Our testing process covered more than an easy summer berry smoothie; we blended tough, fibrous kale, frozen fruits, nuts, ice, and much more, and with blenders that can handle hot ingredients, we made soups out of skin-on vegetables and chunky onions in order to see how creamy and smooth our finished results would be....

These power predecessors hone in on simplifying your life; like your favorite power tool or appliance, this battery-powered machine essentially does the work for you. There is no prep work required, and with one simple flip of the switch, most are ready to go in seconds. Plus, unlike other lawn mower models on the market, the silver lining to finding the best electric lawn mower is the sound: they’re quieter than ever....

Durable, long-lasting and easy to care for. They may come with a slightly higher price-tag but when they deliver on their promise of superior support, memory foam pillows are worth every penny. Memory foam may be heavier than other fillings and take some getting used to but what it can offer is really good support. They are better suited to still sleepers as opposed to avid wrigglers and you will need to make sure you get the height right as they don’t come with as much yield as other fillings, although some newer models are adjustable....

With a large rug nestled around your outdoor table, you’ll find comfort underfoot for celebrations and meals alfresco, and you’ll be able to pull together a totally cohesive design scheme, including integrating further color. There are a range of neutrals and more daring statements rugs available, all made with suitable fibers for outdoor living, including designs to protect against dirt, rain and heavy foot traffic. With this Homes & Gardens edit of the best outdoor rugs available, you can start picking out the rug for the crowning finishing detail of your outdoor setup....

Each capsule contains exactly the right amount of ground coffee, all you need to do is pop it in the slot and press a button. Pod machines tend to be smaller – and often more stylish – than traditional designs, taking very little space on the worktop, so they’re a good option for small kitchens, and even the larger designs which offer milk steaming options for lattes and cappuccino are fairly petite....

Winter houseplants add color and interest indoors while our gardens sleep and are more resilient at withstanding the sometimes challenging conditions of our homes during the colder months. There are many indoor plants to choose from throughout the year, including low maintenance indoor plants or indoor low light plants, which will also cope well in the months when most plants are dormant. With many styles, shapes and colors of winter houseplants to choose from, you’ll be spoiled for choice....

The reveal is a continuation of a long tradition that sees the First Lady dress the White House for the holidays – and she has based her Christmas decor ideas around one personal theme: Gifts from the Heart. To celebrate ‘Gifts from the Heart’, Jill added a tiny photo frame decoration that hangs from the State Dining Room Christmas tree. And, while this intimate gesture pays homage to the theme, we expect it will set Christmas tree trends globally....

However, the Calphalon Performance Cool Touch Toaster Oven is the lightest one (32lbs) that I’ve ever tested that also has a high-quality build. Although it’s lightweight, the appliance doesn’t feel like it was cheaply made. I tested the oven for several weeks to provide an in-depth review of the pros and cons to decide where it stands amongst the best toaster ovens. Calphalon is on our list of the best slow cookers and the best espresso machines, so I was eager to see if the company’s countertop oven continues this tradition....

This sprawling four-bed, four-bath condominium was recently meticulously reimagined with Carolyn’s bold use of colour and eclectic style, which is immediately present in the form of an exquisite hand-painted entrance. See: World’s best homes – tour the globe’s most beautiful houses The kitchen, located just past mirrored French pivot doors, boasts a bespoke black range surrounded by custom-made oak cabinetry with black inlay with hand crafted glass upper cabinets by the Bendheim Glass Foundry and an oversized island....

Llanthony Secunda Manor is a medieval Grade II-listed property steeped in history. Commissioned to be built by Llanthony Priory, the property was constructed in the early 1200s as a Grange Farm building and further extended in the 15th century. See more:The Chelsea home of Mary Poppins creator P.L. Travers is for sale The characterful home is believed to have once been owned by Henry VIII during the dissolution of the monasteries in 1536-41....

‘They know how much I love to get to the bottom of how they hope to use the space, in effort to figure out how to best configure rooms and furnishings’, said Hughes. ‘We worked on the home through the construction, detailing every aspect of the build and subsequent decoration.’ This meant that Hughes and the family were involved in reshaping the pre-war apartment at an architectural level, updating it for modern life and the discrete housing of smart home equipment, air conditioning compressors and all the kit that comes with three young children....