Ruth Doherty

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Freelance Writer and Editor at Freelance

Freelance writer and editor / animal, art, fashion, family, travel and pancake-lover / fruit-hater

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These are the most expensive decorating decisions you can make in your home that designers say are always worth the cost

2 weeks ago | homesandgardens.com | Ruth Doherty

Renovating your home can cost a small fortune, and it can be difficult to know when to save and when to splurge. The most expensive design decisions that you can make in your home need to be worth it, and thankfully, top designers are letting us in on what they think is worth investing in so you can feel confident your cash isn't being wasted.
The 7 most expensive decorating decisions you can make in your home that designers say are always worth the cost

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ruth Doherty

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Camden Grace Interiors/Lam PhotographyRenovating your home can cost a small fortune, and it can be difficult to know when to save and when to splurge. The most expensive design decisions that you can make in your home need to be worth it, and thankfully, top designers are letting us in on what they think is worth investing in so you can feel confident your cash isn't being wasted.
7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

2 weeks ago | homesandgardens.com | Ruth Doherty

Renovating your home can be a costly exercise, but there are some expensive decorating mistakes designers say you should always avoid to save you any extra outlay than is already necessary. Of course, decorating mistakes can happen to us all – whether you treated yourself to that expensive rug that's too small for the space, or didn't thoroughly measure the area for that custom-made headboard.
7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ruth Doherty

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Camden Grace Interiors/Lam PhotographyRenovating your home can be a costly exercise, but there are some expensive decorating mistakes designers say you should always avoid to save you any extra outlay than is already necessary.
7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ruth Doherty

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Camden Grace Interiors/Lam PhotographyRenovating your home can be a costly exercise, but there are some expensive decorating mistakes designers say you should always avoid to save you any extra outlay than is already necessary.
7 couch colors that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

1 month ago | homesandgardens.com | Ruth Doherty

Trying to future-proof your living room is no easy feat. But experts say that investing in couch colors that never go out of style is one on the easiest ways to ensure you're not spending more than you should be in the long run. Couch color trends come and go, but there are a few shades that can stand up to the ever-changing tides of these trends. From light and dark neutrals to rich, earthy tones, there's a host of sofa shades that will ensure you design a timeless living room that never dates.
7 couch colors that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Ruth Doherty

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What Colors Go With Lavender? 13 Combinations to Try | Livingetc

2 months ago | livingetc.com | Ruth Doherty |Emma Breislin

Lavender has made a surprising contemporary comeback, but it's only as strong as the color pairings you create with it
5 sofa styles to avoid if you want a timeless living room

2 months ago | homesandgardens.com | Ruth Doherty

The sofa is the heart of the lounge where everything from family movie nights to pre-dinner drinks with friends take place. They are potentially the most used, most important piece of furniture in your home, not to mention they can be a large investment, so getting your choice right is key. Of course, with so much choice available, there are as many sofa styles to avoid as there are ones that will be perfect for your space.
Should you actually buy a patterned sofa? Experts reveal whether you should go bold and follow trends with this key piece of furniture

2 months ago | homesandgardens.com | Ruth Doherty

Cozy maximalism with a fresh take on traditional themes is certainly enjoying a resurgence in 2025 and we are seeing far more playful patterns and colors in interiors, with even key pieces following the trend for being bolder. One furniture piece seems to be leaning into the trend particularly hard – the sofa. Patterned sofas are everywhere, but it has got us wondering should you actually buy a patterned sofa? Or should such an investment piece in fact not follow sofa trends and play it safe?

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Articles

These are the most expensive decorating decisions you can make in your home that designers say are always worth the cost

The 7 most expensive decorating decisions you can make in your home that designers say are always worth the cost

7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

7 expensive decorating mistakes designers warn you should always avoid

7 couch colors that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

7 couch colors that will never go out of style, according to interior designers

What Colors Go With Lavender? 13 Combinations to Try | Livingetc

5 sofa styles to avoid if you want a timeless living room

Should you actually buy a patterned sofa? Experts reveal whether you should go bold and follow trends with this key piece of furniture

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