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May 15, 2025

Breathe new life into interiors with designer Kelly Hoppen's tips for simple updates. LUCY ROBINSON finds out more

IT’S that time of year when we think about giving our homes a spring makeover. But that doesn’t have to mean filling them with ditsy florals.

You can achieve a sophisticated and stylish look without breaking the bank.

Just add a few new items and make better use of what's already around you, says interior designer Kelly Hoppen.

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