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Let’s be honest: nothing can ruin a good kitchen colour scheme as easily as a small appliance. When your only options are black or…black, it’s easy to see why air fryers and toasters end up routinely shoved under worktops.That’s why, as Ideal Home’s Kitchen Appliances Editor, I’ve been petitioning for pastel versions of appliances like the best Ninja air fryers for the longest time. The brand is better than most for offering various colour options (it’s one of the things I wish I knew before I invested in my Ninja air fryer) but pastel shades have still never appeared.Until now.…

When it comes to increasing your property’s value, many homeowners focus on interior renovations, landscaping, or extensions. However, one often-overlooked feature that can enhance both kerb appeal and long-term value is composite fencing. Unlike traditional wood or metal fences, composite fencing offers durability, low maintenance, and a stylish appearance—factors that can make your home more attractive to potential buyers. But how exactly does composite fencing add value to your property in the UK market? Let’s explore the key benefits. 1. Enhances Kerb Appeal First impressions matter, and a well-maintained, attractive fence can significantly improve the look of your property. Composite…

Designing a wet room can be an exciting project, offering a sleek, modern, and functional bathroom space. However, there are several key mistakes that people often make during the design and installation process that can lead to frustration, additional costs, or even a bathroom that doesn’t function as intended. To help ensure your wet room is both beautiful and practical, here’s a list of common mistakes to avoid when designing your space. 1. Neglecting Proper Waterproofing One of the most critical aspects of designing a wet room is ensuring proper waterproofing. If the waterproofing isn’t done correctly, you risk water…

At first glance, a bare wall might seem like a blank space with no particular meaning. But in truth, it holds incredible potential. In the world we live in now, our homes are far more than just places to sleep and eat. They have become our workspaces, our wellness zones, our places to entertain and escape. That shift has made us more conscious of what surrounds us. We think more about the lighting, the furniture, and perhaps more than ever, the art we choose to display. If you have ever browsed through a collection of Wall Art Prints, you will…

You can spot an Ooni pizza oven from a mile off, with the brand’s signature sleek lines and minimalist designs. Now, you can get that look (and emphasis on helpful features) in your kitchen too, with the launch of the Halo Pro Spiral mixer.Last week, the first batch of Halo Pro Spirals sold out in under 4 hours and became the brand’s most successful product to date. As a result, I’ve got serious kitchen appliance envy over everyone who has already secured one. That’s why it’s lucky that it’s now been restocked – here’s everything we know about it. Ooni…

Designing your home might be something you’ve never thought about doing before, or it could be something you are tentatively taking those first small steps towards. Whatever your situation, it’s understandable to feel apprehensive if you’ve never done it before. It can be pretty daunting looking at a blank page and wondering how (with the help of some key professionals) you can turn it into a plan for your dream home, but it is totally possible. To whet your appetite, and give you a realistic idea of what might happen when you start the journey to designing your own home,…

Forward-thinking design ideology from Gustave Eiffel’s era echoes in the modern sensibilities behind contemporary interior architecture found in urban French dwellings. But what throughline links structures like the famed tower with local architecture in a place such as Colmar, France? Borrowing a term coined by the late engineering scholar David Billington – structural art. Fine artists hailing from the area like Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, who collaborated with Gustave Eiffel to create the equally famous Statue of Liberty, left the northeastern Alsace region with an indelible creative charge. An OZA Design project, the Milo Apartment, shares unique DNA with other works…

While bezels are usually employed in design to provide a softer edge to a harsh corner, the examples we see in Kallista’s new Bezel collection, designed in partnership with Cristina Rubinetterie and the design team of Busetti Garuti Redaelli, offer strength in form and function. Adorned with stone and semiprecious details, this bathroom collection feels luxurious and refined. Created with a twice-sealed coating offering superior durability, the rounded square profile of these fixtures are as modern as they are timeless. A stunning collection, Kallista heightens a surface we interact with every day – water taps – to an elevated experience. Semiprecious…

When it comes to tiles, are you in the camp that considers them as purely aesthetic or entirely functional? There’s no shortage of beautiful tiles out there – ceramic, marble, terrazzo, concrete – but beyond adding visual interest and protecting walls and surfaces, they usually aren’t considered all that utilitarian. That was before Paris-based studio Unknown, Untitled introduced UU Tiles, a collection where ceramic tiles can double as functional hooks and minimalist wall lamps, blending seamlessly into the tiling while also quietly standing out. Originally launched as a research project, UU Tiles evolved into a full-blown collection in collaboration with…

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been on the hunt for a new signature scent for my home. I wanted something grown up and sophisticated, whilst still a little summery – and discovering The White Company’s new Santorini collection, I’ve found my scent of the summer.When it comes to the best reed diffusers, and candles, The White Company frequently tops the list for its ability to scent a space beautifully and transport you to another place. Santorini, as the name would suggest, smells like a hot summer evening on holiday, in a subtle but delicious way.Santorini has notes of…