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Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for seven years running, according to The World Happiness Report. Ranking as the world’s happiest country based on the 2024 report, with a score of 7.741 out of a total possible score of 10, they’re famed for facing the world with a smile on their faces. And that’s no small thing, considering winter is the country’s longest season, with temperatures even falling to below -20°C.So when looking for interior design tips and cosy living room ideas that will help keep the winter blues at bay Finland has plenty to offer…
Take a trip down to Mexico’s Caribbean coastline for a serene stay at the Riviera Maya EDITION resort designed by the Ian Schrager Company in collaboration with the Rockwell Group. Nestled within a vast nature preserve at Kanai, the tranquil retreat honors the Yucatán Peninsula’s cultural heritage while providing guests with a picturesque escape that harmonizes luxury and nature. Hedi Slimane made his latest mark in Miami at the new Celine flagship showroom, a vision of luxury, elegance, and avant-garde design. The meticulously curated space harmoniously blends art, premium natural materials like gray travertine and grigio carnico marble, and custom-designed…
As one of the market leaders in appliances, it might not surprise you to learn that the best Shark vacuums possess innovative engineering, impressive suction power, sleek design, and build quality to rival even top brands like Dyson. And choosing the best Shark vacuum for your home can transform the way that you clean.Regularly topping the charts in our best vacuum cleaners guide, Shark vacuums come in so many shapes and sizes – from corded upright vacuums perfect for deeper cleans and removing deep-rooted debris from carpets to lightweight cordless models for day-to-day whip-arounds and even vacuums that empty themselves…
There’s nothing worse than hearing the clink of glasses and laughter from the living room while standing in front of a messy kitchen and a giant pile of washing up. And while everyone else is having fun, you’re thinking about the red wine stain on your sofa and the guest bedroom sheets that still need to be stripped. If that sounds like you, thankfully, interval cleaning could transform how you host this year.Whether you choose to host Christmas or everyone invites themselves over, you probably don’t need us to tell you that hosting over the festive period is equal parts…
Cinnamon is one of those scents you instantly associate with the Christmas period. Whether it is brewed in mulled wine or attached to a festive wreath this spice is a hallmark of Christmastime. But did you know many common household pests cannot stand this festive spice?While creepy crawlies, bed bugs and common pests are all part of nature’s ecosystem, these visitors aren’t welcome in our home. It’s not like they’re paying rent after all. So it goes without saying, we’re always looking for ways to pest-proof your home.It may sound strange – cinnamon smells delicious to the human nose -…
Tiny living is all the rage these days, but that’s for good reason. Besides being more eco-friendly and mindful of other people, this practice of living in a smaller space is also good for your wallet. But when you move to a smaller home, it can be a bit challenging to adjust to limited square footage across your kitchen. With that being said, you don’t need to sacrifice your culinary dreams for this approach. Instead, you can simply switch to space-saving tools that help you get the most out of a smaller kitchen. To make sure that you can live…
When it comes to decluttering, we all relish how clear our homes (and minds) feel at the end. But sometimes, the hardest part is just getting going – if this rings true for you, you need these expert tips on how to stop decluttering procrastination.The thing with decluttering is that often, things get worse before they get better. We’ve probably all been mid-declutter before and become completely overwhelmed at the state of the home in the process. Fortunately, just like there are top tips on how to declutter when you’re overwhelmed, there are tips that will help you get the…
Meet ARCHIVISM’s inaugural collection, bringing a fresh sense of Brutalist and Romantic touches to any interior. An earnest exploration into the history of American woodwork and craft, ARCHIVISM strives to usher in a new era, one that prioritizes sustainable manufacturing and local craftsmanship. A collaboration between longtime friends Chris Hardy and Ben Gaffney, this collection combines furniture and preservation of knowledge as one. The debut collection features pieces such as the Pryn Occasional Tables and Elmyr Dining Table, both designed by co-founder and creative director Chris Hardy. “The approach to our design process starts with a clear, overarching brand vision…
For Christmas tips and recipes, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the first two instalments of Jamie Cooks Christmas, which is Jamie Oliver’s new Channel 4 show dedicated to the art of adding ‘festive flair’.If you’ve been watching too, you might be wondering about the various tools Jamie uses to magic up all of his wonderful-looking dishes. Seeing as we’ve already tracked down Jamie’s coveted air fryer, I thought I’d set myself the task of identifying the products he’s using. As Ideal Home’s Kitchen Appliances Editor, spotting a pan or a blender in the wild is one of my specialist skills.So, I trained…
Prue Leith has unveiled her Christmas wreath and it proves hydrangeas deserve a spot in your festive foliage.We all know Prue as a judge for The Great British Bakeoff and her delicious recipes have inspired many kitchens in the Ideal Home team. But by lending a hand to Christmas wreath ideas, she’s shown she deserves a spot when searching for Christmas decorating ideas.Unveiling the wreath in an Instagram post this week she thanked her ‘lovely’ gardner Phillipa for her hard work putting it together. Among the gorgeous bundle of fresh foliage, we spotted hydrangeas poking through the wreath.Hydrangeas are well…