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Luxury Lifestyle Magazine is the ultimate sourcebook of beautiful ideas and detailed information, inspiring its readers to become their own interior designers. From bathrooms to bedrooms and kitchens to living rooms, we’ve the number one destination for all your property news and features.

Four of the best modern additions to make during luxury home renovations

When it comes to large-scale, luxury home improvements, simply adding a new room to your home doesn’t always have the desired result. In order to add that ‘je ne sais quoi’ to your home, and to elevate...

How French Doors can transform any space

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With interiors trends continuously changing, and a constant influx of new design products and furniture on the market, it can be hard for homemakers to create a space which is timeless yet trendy. The...

Five home décor essentials to add a luxury touch to your home

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Fancy giving your home a luxury makeover in 2019? Here are five simple home décor essentials you should be investing in to add that luxury touch to your property. 1.) Exceptional-quality bedding If...

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Sophie Conran shares her Christmas decorating ideas & entertaining tips for the festive season

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Leading interior designer Sophie Conran shares her Christmas decorating ideas, entertaining tips and her thoughts on the festive trends to look out for this year. There are so many things I love about...

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Five DIY luxury home improvement life hacks

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There are so many small things that you can do around your home that people overlook. What might seem like a minor DIY task can actually be a big deal, there are so many short tasks that anybody could...

Three features that transform a garden into a show garden

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Part of having a luxury home is maintaining a high quality garden, it doesn’t matter how well laid out the interior is – a poor garden will always let it down before people have put a foot inside. Of...

How can your home décor choices affect your mood?

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Other than our working environments, our homes are where we spend the majority of our time. The surroundings where we spend our time in can have a surprising impact on how we feel at any given moment....

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Seven tips to design your nursery fit for royalty

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The process of designing a nursery is important and yet overwhelming, the colours and furniture you use will make a difference to your baby’s alertness and sensitivity. It is key to know what is available...

Five ways to incorporate a cosy autumn feel into your home

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Now that autumn is well and truly under way, we have joined with bespoke furniture makers Sensational Sofas to bring you the best tips on how to give your home a welcoming and cosy feel. Autumn is the...

Three key benefits of having your own spa

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Ever left a spa session and thought ‘I wish I could do that more often’? With a home spa, you could. A trip out to the spa is a rare treat for most, but a home spa makes indulgence just another part...

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Seven things to know before choosing the wallpaper for your home

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The wallpaper you decide on for your house really does impact everything from your choice of furniture to the lighting. It is important to know the different options available before you splash it around...

15 dream upgrades you need in your luxury home

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For those well accustomed to a luxury lifestyle, only the finer things will do in every aspect – whether it’s your next lavish holiday, an extravagant meal at a Michelin Star restaurant, or an opulent...

How to remodel your home interior with minimal effort

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Whether you’re a property developer or a regular private homeowner, there will likely come a time when you want to make some changes to the interior of your house, be it in a single room or in multiple...

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Five ways to revamp and revitalise your home

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A house is something which needs to be nurtured and cared for, which means it needs plenty of attention. When it comes to redecorating, it is fair to say that there are many different approaches which...

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The luxury home lighting trends set to dominate 2019

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As we steam headlong through autumn and hurtle towards winter, the shorter days and darker evenings are an inevitable part of the new season – with long, sunny evenings spent outdoors reluctantly being...

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Trend forecast: The key home flooring styles for 2019

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As showroom manager of luxury stoneware and porcelain company Stone Age, as well as founder of new sustainable artisan wood flooring brand Root, Darren Hopkins is well placed to identify the trends in...

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Six tips for creating your dream home office space

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Having the flexibility to work from home comes with many perks – your commute is a simple as rolling out of bed, you don’t have to make yourself look smart in the morning, you’ve got a fully stocked...

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Creating a luxury garden: Plan your dream garden with these simple steps

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There are few things more exciting than moving into a brand new home – especially when it’s that luxurious pad you’ve had your eye on for the past couple of years. Not only is it a good chance to...

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A luxurious French bedroom fit for a queen

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Words by Dean Signori When you think of a luxurious French bedroom, elegance, sophistication, charm and opulence spring to mind – and, with the finest handmade furniture and the most comfortable bed...

Ten questions to ask before designing your luxury kitchen

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The beauty of a bespoke kitchen lies in the fact that every detail can be designed precisely around you and your home. But with so many possibilities, it can help to consider when and how you wish to use...

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Make decluttering a dream with these simple steps

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Clutter in the home can be not only unsightly, but also, unbeknown to many, can actually have a direct impact on how you feel. When we’re in an environment filled with clutter it can create feelings...

Top tips on how to create your dream garden

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Whether you’ve got a huge garden or a small balcony, these tips from trusted gardening expert Cliff Woolley at CW Landscapes (a leading landscaper for housebuilder Crest Nicholson South since 1998),...

Stylish fitted bedroom wardrobe ideas

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Functional furniture never has to be boring. When it’s well considered, designed to suit you and your space, it can add a new lease of life to your home. From customised tiered shelving and deep set...

A guide to finding your perfect sofa

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With so many styles and shapes available, choosing your perfect sofa can seem like a daunting task. Luckily, the experts at Vanessa Arbuthnott have made a simple guide to finding your perfect sofa. Their...

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Seven top tips to improve curb appeal

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First impressions are everything in many aspects of life, and whether you’re hoping to sell your home or simply inviting guests around, you’ll want to make sure that your property has maximum impact...

Going nautical: Seaside inspired interior ideas with Vanessa Arbuthnott

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You don’t have to live by the sea to bring some coastal style into your home…with this easy going, relaxed style décor it will have a calming influence on you and your home whether you live by the...

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Adding a touch of luxury to your home – minimal effort required

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They say than home is where the heart is, but wherever you live tends to be the place you spend the majority of your time. Making your private space feel like your own can make staying in that bit more...

2018’s most viewed luxury properties on Rightmove

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Take a look at five of the most viewed luxury properties for sale on Rightmove this year. Lavish mansions dominate the list, but which one is your favourite? Sevenoaks, Kent Up first is Hyde Cottage,...

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Five ways to make buying your dream home a hassle free experience

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Buying a new house can be a stressful experience, from the length of time it can take for everything to fall into place to the chore of packing up your life into boxes – and often, what should be an...

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Furniture arranging tricks for an easy to clean home

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Redesigning or revamping your living space can be an exciting experience for homeowners, breathing new life into your home and making it somewhere you are truly happy to spend your time. But whether you’re...

Simple ways to add a touch of luxury to any room

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Interior design doesn’t come naturally to some – and that’s okay. There are plenty of experts out there willing to lend a hand and advise you on furniture and room arrangement; or if you don’t...

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Smart & connected: The future of luxury home technology

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Words by Peter Worthy, CEO of Smarthomes Today’s luxury homeowners specify the best in everything – from kitchen worktops to garden design, so it’s only natural that forward-thinkers are also looking...

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Is Manchester the new property investment capital of the UK?

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Looking for a new investment, or even just a new home? Then it may be time to broaden your horizons and look to the north as, whilst London has long been the obvious choice for those looking to make a...

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The Big Move: How to protect your luxury furniture

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While the stress and mess of moving houses are enough to put anyone on edge, the fact that our most valuable assets needs to be transported doesn’t make the situation any better. Even with the help of...

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Five tips for buying Japanese contemporary art for your home

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With expert advice from Kumi Contemporary Japanese contemporary art is bigger than ever, with artists like Yayoi Kusama and Takashi Murakami paving the way and reaching icon status. As the scene gains...

How to plan a vegetable garden

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Ever thought about growing your own vegetables at home? Cultivating your own produce isn’t just one of the most rewarding things you’ll do, but it’ll transform your meals, too. Freshly picked veggies...

Top 4 luxury villas you can buy in Jávea this year

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Thinking of looking for a luxury holiday home in the sun? Then what better place than picturesque coastal town of Jávea, on Spain’s Costa Blanca? Sitting in the shadow of the majestic Montgó Mountain,...

Tips on mixing with patterns with Vanessa Arbuthnott

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Mixing patterns when decorating a new home can be a tricky business, especially when you’re not sure what will clash and what won’t. When done right, the final outcome can look fabulous and really...

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Choosing the perfect luxury sofa for your home

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Sofa, settee, couch – whatever you call yours, we spend an estimated 17 years of our lives sitting on them, so when it comes to investing in quality furniture, it’s the one thing that should be at...

Bring in the bold: Five ways to bring bolds into the bedroom

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Fancy bringing a hint of colour into your bedroom, but worried it may seem a little overpowering? Well worry not, as there are plenty ways you can bring in the bold without giving your other half a headache. Cotswold...

Five key points to consider when buying property in Dubai

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Planning to buy your dream luxury property in Dubai, here is a list of five key things you need to know before stepping forward. 1. Should I buy off-plan or not? Your first step is the decision as to whether...