Homes and Gardens on MSN

The Kitchen Lighting 'Rule Of 3' Will Instantly Make Your Space Look Expensive – And Designers Swear By It For A Perfectly Layered Scheme

'As the heart of the home, the kitchen must be well-lit. It should be a space that feels balanced, inviting, and functional.

The Best Chandeliers for Very Dramatic Illumination

Not quite a drum chandelier or pendant light, this scalloped chandelier inhabits a space, size, and shape between Art Deco and Serena and Lily’s characteristically coastal style. Capiz shells with a ...

Small Kitchen? These Genius Design Hacks Will Make It Feel Huge

These simple and inspired small kitchen ideas include the best strategies for countertops, kitchen islands, kitchen sinks, ...
Ideal Home on MSN

The 30-inch rule is the sweet spot designers swear by when hanging pendant lights above a dining table or a kitchen island

‘Most designers use the “30-inch rule” when determining the placement of pendant lights over surfaces such as kitchen islands ...
AOL

Should You Turn Off the Lights Every Time You Leave a Room? Experts Explain When It Really Matters

Saving energy is about small, consistent habits paired with the use of smart technology. Use LED rather than incandescent light bulbs. Choose solar or rechargeable options when available. Adopt smart ...
Sussex Express

'Refrain from doing it' - People of West Sussex asked not to paint on roundabouts or hang flags from street lights

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The New York Times

Jumbled Pot Lids Overwhelmed My Tiny Kitchen. This $20 Rack Saved the Day.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Ingrid Skjong Ingrid Skjong is an editor covering appliances and vacuums. She ...
The New York Times

How to Hang Outdoor String Lights (and Make Them Look Good)

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Rose Maura Lorre Rose Maura Lorre is a writer who has reported on turkey ...
housedigest

The Clever Way To Hang A Decorative Wreath In Your Kitchen Without Any Holes

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Decorating for the holidays is yet another way to put your personal stamp on your home. Some like to deck out every wall and railing with bows ...