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So it is unsurprising that many real estate agents suggest a change in room color ideas to help their sellers shift their homes from the market more quickly, and potentially get a better price, too. But as color is so impactful, it’s essential to choose the right ones for your home. Here realtors share the five top quirks that potential buyers notice when touring a home – from statement paint ideas to small touches that may just make all the difference....

Since the home hadn’t been updated for many years before they took it on, they felt it would help to have some professional input into making the home work for them and their family and restore it to its full 1920s glamor. Now fully restored, this house truly is one of the world’s best homes and the sympathetic additions and changes made have enhanced its appeal. From the outset the owners were keen to incorporate practical storage ideas all around the home....

Over time, its popularity waned – as did the looser conversational seating layout it spawned, where armchairs and couches faced each other across a coffee table. Obviously, the advent of the TV into our living rooms can no doubt take the blame for that, with viewing rather than conversing becoming the focus of our down time. However, interior designers are reporting that more and more of their clients are asking for ‘conversational seating’ again....

THE PROPERTY There are two types of new build homes. The first sort is shiny and soulless; the ceilings are too low; the joinery is skimpy and everything feels, well, just a bit too new. Then, firmly in the other camp, there are places such as this laid-back home in Oakland, California; the type of thoughtful, considered house which, despite being less than a year old, manages to pull of that tricky balancing act of being both new and yet timeless in its appeal....

Events such as Black Friday provide the perfect opportunity to take stock of what needs to be swapped out or added to your kitchen, and to stock up on useful new gadgets, as well as replace and upgrade existing items in your space. Be sure to also view our Black Friday home deals hub for more great deals for your home. 1. Refresh your cookware with this pro-level set 2....

H&G’s Favorite Places To Buy Curtains Once you’ve researched the types of curtains you want, you’ll want to know the best places to buy them. We’ve done the hard work so you don’t need to – just head to any of these top retailers for curtain ideas and a great shopping experience. 1. Wayfair (opens in new tab) Known for: Curtain, soft furnishings, furniture, outdoor Available at: Wayfair (opens in new tab) There’s no place like Wayfair for curtains....

While evergreen plants will bring structure and vitality to your garden all year round, you do need to include some flowers in your winter garden ideas if you want to add a splash of color that will lift your spirits. ‘There really is no need to settle for an empty, desolate garden once the showy summer brights and fiery autumn colors are no longer stealing the limelight as there are plenty of options for color and scent to enjoy through the winter months,’ says Period Living’s gardening expert Leigh Clapp ‘The effect may be more subtle as most of the flowers are not large or showy at this time of the year, but it’s well worth admiring the details nature has on offer....

Interior transformations don’t always have to be grand affairs. Instead, they can be slowly curated through minimal updates that don’t break the bank but leave your home feeling all the more sophisticated. Though it can be challenging to find the right living room ideas for apartments, there are several benefits to compact living. A well-designed apartment living room or studio space can feel just as comfortable as a larger space, with all the coziness and comfort associated with functional family living....

The apartment’s new owners wanted to ring the changes from their previous home and were looking for a much more contemporary clean look. The results of its recent redesign truly make this apartment one of the world’s best homes, with an unbeatable view across Chicago to Lake Michigan. The new interior schemes, by Bruce Fox Design (opens in new tab), created serene, calm spaces that ensure the owners enjoy the best of contemporary high-rise living....

So whether you’re honoring your geographical location, or simply want to bring a bit of seaside serenity to your landlocked abode, these coastal kitchen ideas are sure to help you incorporate some coastal decor into the busiest room of the home. Coastal kitchen ideas As with any room of the house, the look and feel of our kitchens should be defined by our passions and the things we love – whether that’s an enthusiasm for bold colors; a soft spot for vintage chic, or, in this case, an exuberance for all things coastal....

Coffee table styling is the finishing touch a living space. Often the last piece of furniture to be bought – after the sofa and storage – coffee tables are often, even unintentionally, the focal point of a living room, so finding the perfect coffee table décor ideas are a must. Coffee table decor ideas In terms of size and height, let your living room furniture and existing living room layout be your guide....

Although decking has been a staple of the boat building business for centuries, this design approach didn’t enter the interiors world until the 60s. Many Americans hankered after an indoor-outdoor style extension to their home on which to host their BBQs, so built elevated patios directly off their living spaces out of decking – chosen because it’s lightweight and easy on the eye. Over the years, decking’s usage has expanded, and it has become the go-to material for a contemporary patio or roof terrace....

From pretty primrose, soft buttermilk and golden yoke, to zesty lemons and sunflower or mustard hues, yellow brings warmth and sunshine to every surface it touches. Along with its mood-enhancing qualities, yellow is a highly versatile color that can be paired with many other shades. Hugely diverse decorating with yellow can be used to create spaces that are stimulating and energizing, fun or formal, to cozy and welcoming. With an array of shades to choose from and many beautiful yellow room ideas, there is no end to the potential that yellow can offer in decorating....

From floor-standing to floating and wall-hung, bathroom ideas with a vanity units – come in a range of styles, sizes and materials so they are an easy way to bring some individuality to your scheme. Plus, bathroom vanity ideas are a useful addition to any bathroom because they combine basins and storage space in a single piece of furniture. Designing a bathroom vanity – how to choose the right unit for you Here are some of our favorite ways to design a bathroom vanity, plus tips and expert advice that will show you how to incorporate that stylish vanity into your bathroom or powder room....

Bespoke dining room storage options are always best for making your space look not just neat but beautiful for those occasions when you open your home to friends and family. Dining room storage ideas If you are looking for dining room ideas, focus on the dining room storage at the same time as the chairs and tables – you may want items that complement each other, or which can be built around each other....

It’s likely that you’ll want all your fall decor ideas to have longevity, too, so we have chosen ideas that are not only quick and affordable to make, but which will be wonderfully easy to update and add to for Halloween, Thanksgiving and even into Christmas. We asked stylist Sara Bird to create some of these fall craft ideas just for us. Others are gathered as favorites by the Homes & Gardens team....

The family room is a versatile, multi-purpose area that often has an array of different functions, so ensuring your layout ideas are well-thought out and match the size and style of your space will create an inviting, long-lasting room that is used and appreciated by the whole family. When planning your family room ideas, organizing the room layout should be a top priority. Your layout dictates the type and size of furniture pieces you need, and also helps you decipher the overall purpose and function of the room....

While often left to the end of a design journey, curtain ideas should, in fact, be considered from the outset, ensuring they are integrated into the design rather than serving as an addendum to the space. In fact, the right curtain fabric can even provide a jumping-off point for the whole scheme, providing base colors and textures onto which other furnishings can build. ‘To capture a timeless farmhouse look choose a neutral palette and subtly contrasting colors....

Whether you’re looking for a way to tackle a dark kitchen or want to gain better backyard access from your main living area, French doors flood the home with natural light while also offering unrestricted views over the garden. Differing from patio doors in that they open on hinges, rather than slide they are perfect for more traditional homes. ‘French doors provide a lovely way to not only allow maximum light inside but also to create an easy transition to outdoors....

You might think kitchen ideas would be limited with one color, but if you hold together a fan of grey paint charts, you’ll see how widely the tones vary. The cool end of the spectrum has blue undertones, passing through tints of green and yellow, ending up at warm shades with red bases that give them brown, pink or purple tints. Decorating with grey harmonizes well with almost every other hue, making it a most adaptable neutral and giving good reason for its popularity, says Helen Shaw, UK director at Benjamin Moore....