Home ideas

Earthy tones, natural textures, and layered materials can instantly make a home feel cozy and inviting. Whether your style is modern or eclectic, adding organic elements creates a warm, grounded vibe. Here are some easy ways to bring earthy style into your space. A Limited Color Palette More than just neutrals, a restrained color palette limited to a few hues is ideal for an earthy space. A textural sofa from Verellen with a printed Amadi rug on the floor sets the right tone, while the rug on the wall has a bold graphic that makes the space pop, thanks to the black lines. The black elements are a strong addition that make the space feel modern and far from boring. Greenery The addition of greenery in any room is a good idea for many reasons, not the least of which is better air quality and improved mental health. Even low-maintenance cacti are a fabulous green accent for a natural space. This room has a minimalist neutral color palette yet has plenty of interesting details in th...

Coffee tables have evolved far beyond simple rectangles. Today’s designs turn this everyday piece into a statement, blending function with bold materials, vibrant colors, and sculptural forms. Whether you prefer minimalist styles or artistic showstoppers, these coffee tables prove that the right piece can transform the entire living room. Modern and Metal Using aluminum plate as his canvas, industrial designer Alex Brokamp created his Collate coffee table with modern techniques. The Computer Numerical Control toolpaths — a part of computer-aided design — make the intriguing pattern on the tabletop. It’s super interesting because as you walk around the table, the nature of the design shifts depending on the viewing angle. Colorful Ombré Aluminum coated in a gold mirror finish makes these Gaby coffee tables by Chapel Petrassi a gorgeous choice for any living room. The metallic shine of the base sets off the multicolored ombré top that is very evocative of a sunrise or dramatic lan...

Sadly, my planned March trip to the Norwegian Arctic didn’t happen, as I came down with flu and was too ill to travel. But once I recovered I did have a small consolation prize in the form of an impromptu minibreak on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast in eastern England. Stretching for more than 45 miles, the North Norfolk Coast is a land of salt marshes, sand dunes, sweeping beaches and big skies. Much of it is now covered by protected nature reserves that are home to all sorts of birds and marine life, including common and grey seals. It’s an area Chris and I have loved ever since we first visited 10 years ago, so when I had to travel there for work he decided to join me and we tagged on an additional night’s stay. Our base was Cley next the Sea, one of several medieval harbour villages strung along the River Glaven. It’s an idyllic place for an escape, whether you have two weeks, two days or, like us, only 24 hours to spare. Here’s what we got up to, along with my top tips fo...