Alice Finney
Design & Focus Editor
Alice Finney, Design & Focus Editor at ELLE Decoration, knows where to find cutting-edge furniture and homeware, with access to the experts who can share advice on updating every room in the home

Ten of the best ice buckets to beat the heatwave
As temperatures soar, we’ve compiled an edit of the most stylish coolers for the table or bar

Rattan homeware pieces worth investing in now
From furniture to homeware, these finds in the material of the moment will bring warmth and charisma to any interior

23 stylish home (and travel) accessories for pampered pets
There’s never been a better time to be a pet owner, with dog beds, bowls, leashes and more getting designer makeovers

Living walls are the latest garden trend and these expert spaces show why
Short on outdoor space but eager to help it thrive? Stop thinking laterally and start looking skyward with advice from leading landscape architects

These are the coolest design platforms to shop limited-edition homeware
From makers’ studios to digital platforms, these design outposts make sourcing unique pieces for the home a joy

Summer’s hottest outdoor fabrics to freshen up any garden
It’s al fresco season, but if your patio furniture is looking tired take this as your moment to add some colour and pattern

9 buys that prove why latex is the latest fetish for homes
Emerging as one of design’s most exciting materials, latex is defying its fetish associations and entering the mainstream

The best of London Craft Week 2026
Highlights from the latest edition of the festival, which takes place from 11 - 17 May

The best carafes for spring sipping
Keep hydrated at home in style with our edit of the best new and classic carafes

The best accessories spotted at Milan design week 2026
From a viral ball of soap to a graphic tableware collection, these are the pieces that caught our eye (and you can buy now)

This is the bold furniture trend that’s turning heads right now
A chaise longue with lustrous locks, a lampshade made with a wig and a stool with hairy feet are just some of the unusual pieces driving the trend for well-coiffured design

Ahead of Milan design week, meet the people shaking up the whole concept of the design fair
From an entirely new multi-disciplinary festival to the addition of a special exhibition space at Salone del Mobile, this is the future

Milan design week: the 2026 guide
This curated guide to the soon-to-be-talked-about events and launches is bursting at the seams

How to get the authentic cinema experience at home
Interior designer Alex Dauley shares her tips for making a high-spec space that also feels like a cocooning and indulgent nest

Marva Griffin shares her SaloneSatellite highlights
Ahead of the 27th edition of the exhibition, its founder reflects on the journey so far

10 chic salt and pepper grinders for an instant kitchen upgrade
These stylish mills promise to turn seasoning into an artistic moment

Celadon is the blue-green hue taking design by storm
Rooted in nature and named after the Chinese pottery that is associated with the shade, this in-between tone is inspiring contemporary designers

Hit the Technogym: inside the Italian workout company
Known by many as producing the equipment of champions, this brand is revolutionising the fitness industry

Standout pieces from Collect 2026
Everyone’s favourite contemporary craft and design event returns to Somerset House. Here’s what not to miss…

10 steps to creating a stylish listening room
Set the tone for the perfect audio environment with these suggested buys

Global Design Forum launches in İstanbul
The annual design platform, which usually takes place during London Design Festival, will travel to İstanbul this 13-16 May

Join Gilles Peterson in the three-storey music studio
Designed by Wilson Brothers, this is a ‘library, an archive, but also a living record collection slash performance space’

Timber goes organic: how to invest in the latest timber trend
This year, furniture is celebrating imperfections, with lumps and bumps galore

Habitat re-imagines ‘beloved classics’ for a new generation
The store’s in-house design team has combed through its rich archive for this vintage-inspired collection

Meet the jewellery designers creating charms for the table
A flurry of independent jewellery designers are turning their hand to elevating quotidian objects

Spotlight on: the designers shaping contemporary lighting
Discover the designers and brands at the forefront of modern lights, from limited-edition lamps to handmade pendants

10 pieces that celebrate the art of sculptural drapery
It’s one of the big trends in design, creating the illusion of softness from plaster and stone. These are the pieces to invest in…

Everything you need to get your home gym in shape
Exercising in your own abode means you can create an environment that is perfect for your style of workout. All you need is the ideal equipment to motivate you…

Best coupes to cheers with this festive season
From chunky and metallic to candy-coloured jewel-like glasses, there’s a style to suit all celebrations and aesthetics

Laura Fulmine on how to display art and sculpture in the home
Renowned interior stylist and founder of MAH Gallery shares her tips for layering canvases, objet d’art and much more

Why supersized sleepovers are the next big thing (literally) in the design world
With our search for the perfect night’s rest ongoing, designers are responding by creating theatrical installations, featuring supersized beds that encourage collective dreaming

The best radiators and towel warmers for winter
Beat the chill with these designs that not only bring the heat, but also pack some serious style credentials

Looking for a tile brand with originality? These are the ones to know…
With advances in technology, exciting collaborations and a raft of innovative new game-changers cropping up, there’s no excuse for sticking to the status quo when it comes to tiling

Stylish throws and blankets to carry you through winter
The best blankets, throws and bedspreads, from gingham to graphic illustration

10 of the best contemporary paperweights
From a mushroom-shaped metal option to a wooden take on a Rubik’s cube, you’re sure to find a design that suits your desk

Ode to an urn: why memorial vessels are experiencing a modern makeover
An unlikely new generation of designer vessels are reflecting our changing attitudes towards death and funerals

Find out how creatives are turning the design world’s trash into treasure
Offcuts are inspiring top designers, who are transforming surplus or discarded materials into furniture, lighting and more

The best new gallery openings in the UK
2025 is a great year for lovers of art and design with new openings enriching the UK scene – many timed to coincide with the arrival of Frieze and PAD London in the capital. Now is the time to explore…

Behind the design of the Decorex VIP lounge with Tolu Adẹ̀kọ́
Just one of the highlights at this year’s fair, we delve into the designer’s influences ahead of a Design Talk with ELLE Decoration Editor-in-Chief Ben Spriggs

Zara celebrates its 50th anniversary with 50 products by visionary designers
The fashion and homeware giant has called on the likes of Es Devlin, Norman Foster, Marc Newson and Samuel Ross to design items for its anniversary

These are the best design-led listening bars around the globe
Listening bars inspired by Japanese hi-fi cafés are opening around the world, with designers taking the lead on the interiors

These products for the home showcase the beauty of washi paper
It’s a material being revived by creatives working both in its country of origin and internationally. Here’s our pick of the best...
Everything you need to see at London Design Festival 2025
Between 13-21 September, the capital comes alive with creativity and experimentation, as exhibitions, installations, talks and workshops take over its streets and fill its venues. If you want to know where British design is headed next, read on…

Rachel Chudley’s rules for decorating a hallway (and how to make a great first impression)
The interior designer, known for her colourful and theatrical aesthetic, has the know-how to make your entrance wow guests

Front of house: the best door knobs, knockers and numbers
Give your front door a quick update with the latest hardware accessories that signal to the street your style credentials

Design in a Real World: the exhibition that celebrates Italian craft
If Tuscany is on your list of holiday destinations this summer, don’t miss this showcase by collectible design platform Vestigia

Max Lamb is turning travel industry waste into homeware treasures
Old bedsheets, glass bottles and other detritus form the designer’s ‘Wasted’ collection for Bali hotel Desa Potato Head

The best chainmail designs for the home, from stools to sconces
These pieces prove how the medieval armour has got the contemporary design pack in a choke hold

29 of the best sun loungers for lazy summer days
It’s time to catch some rays! Top up your sun tan in style at home this year with these designs to suit all gardens

The best new luggage for all your travels
Our pick of the stylish new cases and travel bags will make the journey as exciting as the destination

11 of the best functional and decorative hooks
Every home needs one of these small but mighty hardware accessories

The best garden water features for guaranteed summer cool
Rising in popularity in urban gardens due to their ability to attract wildlife, increase biodiversity and create a feeling of tranquillity, water features are the new must have…

10 ways to try the bamboo trend
These pieces that showcase the beauty of the fast-growing plant that designers can’t get enough of

The outdoor furniture brands to have on your radar
From homegrown launches to garden furniture giants taking new directions, this sector is seriously exciting right now

Everything you need to see at 3 Days of Design
Get the lowdown on the biggest launches at Copenhagen’s annual showcase of contemporary design

20 brilliant ways to include an office in any home
Whether you have a dedicated room or simply an available alcove, these decorating ideas will improve your working day

10 office must-haves for the digital nomad
Tech enthusiasts can work from anywhere, but this smart equipment makes the office an elite destination

Where I work: four top designers open their office doors
Jaime Hayon, Sabine Marcelis, Hollie Bowden and Beata Heuman reveal their favourite spots to hone their craft

10 office buys for creative minds
Spark ideas and kick-start your imagination with punchy colours, playful patterns and abstract forms

Choosing Keeping founder Julia Jeuvell on why stationery matters in a digital age
Pens, notebooks and the sexiest stapler… the expert shares the kit you need for the ultimate home-office setup

Cool, shiny aluminium is the design trend to invest in now
From lighting designers in Norway to UK-based accessories designers, aluminium is the fashionable metal of choice

The West African cultural inspiration of USM’s collaboration explained
Designer Armando Cabral has deconstructed USM furniture, rebuilding it using narratives that speak to his heritage

33 of the best outdoor sofas for stylish gardens
Don’t settle for anything less than total comfort and originality in your outdoor living space

Deal with closet envy now: 10 ideas for stylish walk-in wardrobes
From sleek to colourful, concealed to show-off, these ideas by top interior designers are the perfect outfit for any home