Lana Hawkins
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Lana Hawkins is a crafty girl and an architecture student from Sydney, Australia. She is the editor-in-chief on Smooth Decorator. Lana enjoys writing about inspiring interiors and creative home improvement projects. Lana is interested in sustainability and green building, and that's where she gets most of her inspiration. In her free time, she loves cooking and spending time outdoors.
Our homes should be the safest places for us to be, and we often believe that to be true. What if we tell you that indoor air is often just as polluted as the outdoor, and that, because we spend a lot more time inside, it can be more harmful? One of the reasons for […]
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Once a feature of chic boutique hotels, the open bathroom concept can now be found in homes around the world. While the daring greet it with open arms, the skeptical ones have a look of disapproval. Nonetheless, no one can deny the fact that this bold concept creates an authentic and stylish ambiance. If you […]
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First impressions are lasting ones, and they tend to make or break property sells. Buyers and renters form an opinion about the house within eight seconds of laying their eyes on it. Gnome-filled yards and plasters that peel off the building turn people away and prompt them to move on. On the other hand, […]
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The winds of change are sweeping across the interior design landscape, and they echo the timeless charm of the bygone eras. Considering the past for inspiration evokes images of grandeur, nostalgia, peerless style, and swell design. There is a lot of freedom to enjoy but also some rules to follow. After all, the retro style […]
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There is a time in every family’s life when the need for extra space arises. Kids are growing up, and they need their own rooms. A member of a family needs a home office or an arts and crafts studio. Seniors are moving in with their children. When purchasing a new home is not a […]
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You’ve probably experienced the feeling of satisfaction and content after cleaning your home from top to bottom. Not only does cleaning your home looks warm and inviting, but it also affects your mood positively. A clean and tidy house is simply a more pleasant living space. However, it’s not unknown that your environment can have various impacts on […]
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Whether you’ve started your own home-based business or your job doesn’t require you to come to the office every day, setting up a home office should be something to think about. After all, if you want to do real business, even from the comfort of your own home, you’ll need to create a suitable work […]
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When it comes to kitchen design, most homeowners opt for neutral colors, such as white, which has been a very popular color choice for the kitchen lately. It sits well with modern counters and cabinets design, it’s easy to incorporate with the rest of the house, it opens up space, brightens it up, and it […]
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Beautiful Scandinavian styles and designs have been slowly conquering our homes. After taking over our living rooms and bedrooms, this minimalist yet elegant style has found its way into our kitchens. If you also have the urge to redecorate your kitchen and give it that soft touch of Scandinavia, do not feel guilty. Instead, try […]
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