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Art deco is the style for you if you like a bit of drama in your décor. It emerged in the 1920s and 30s and is all about geometry, luxurious...

Italian interior design is all about warmth, joie de vivre and the imperfect. It's sun-ripened colours, handmade ceramics and a feeling that the table is always set for one more...

In short The rule of thumb is simple: the vase should make up roughly 1/3 to 1/2 of the bouquet's total height. If you've got wildflowers with long stems, you'll...

In short For everyday use, 1–3 candlesticks work well on the dining table. For dinner parties, 3–5 candlesticks in varying heights are recommended, and for a long table with 8...

In short The lamp's diameter should be approximately ½ to ⅔ of the table's width. Hang it 75–85 cm above the tabletop – this gives good lighting without glare. Over...

In short Coat hooks in the hallway hang best at 160–180 cm for adults. In the children's room, they're placed at 100–120 cm, so children can hang up their own...

In short The middle of a picture should hang 145–155 cm from the floor – corresponding to average eye height. Above a sofa, position the bottom edge 15–25 cm above...

In short Salted butter can sit at room temperature for up to 1–2 weeks if it's kept in a closed butter dish away from light and heat. Unsalted butter contains...

In short Lemons keep best at 5–10°C in the fridge — for up to 4–6 weeks. At room temperature they dry out and lose juiciness after just 7–10 days. Cut...