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Best Overall Expert-Approved Home Finds

• Owned By an Actual Chef: ChefAide 5-Piece Silicone Spatula Set, $9 (orig. $13); Amazon
• Hosting Hero: Pollywood Edge 4-Piece Modular Deep Seating Set, $3,095 (orig. $4,425); Wayfair

• No-Fuss Greenery: Pottery Barn Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree, $199 (orig. $299); Pottery Barn
• 71% Off: Charlton Home Scarlett 6-Drawer Dresser, $346 (orig. $1,198); Wayfair
• Made for Hot Sleepers: Brooklinen Classic Percale Duvet Cover, $96 (orig. $189); Brooklinen

Refreshing your home doesn’t have to mean a full overhaul — sometimes a few thoughtfully-chosen pieces can make all the difference.

To help you update your space with ease, we tapped six experts for their go-to recommendations across every corner of the home. From kitchen essentials and vacuum cleaners that streamline your daily routine to furniture that works in every room (including your outdoor setup), their picks are a mix of style and function. You’ll also find cozy bedding and décor accents that bring everything together.

Meet The Experts

Alyssa Anselmo, interior architect and founder of Studio Anva

Shannon Askinasi, founder, lead interior design expert at Ash & Pine Interiors

Kerrie Kelly, CEO and creative director at Kerrie Kelly Studio

Maeve Rochford, executive chef and owner of Sugar and Scribe

Sofia Martinez, CEO of Sparkly Maid Austin

Cathy Rust, textile expert and founder of CoolYourSweats

Even better? Many of their recommendations are on sale with savings up up to 71 percent. Keep scrolling to check out their picks from Amazon, Wayfair, Pottery Barn, and more.

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Designer-Approved Furniture Picks

When refreshing your home, Kelly says it’s all about choosing furniture that balances style and function. Looking to upgrade your living room? She suggests this L-shaped sectional for its spacious seating and streamlined design that won’t overwhelm a space.

She spotlighted this Target coffee table as a practical pick with a warm, natural finish that feels inviting. The lower shelf offers plenty of room to display vases, small plants, framed photos, and other personal flourishes.

In the bedroom, she recommends this six-drawer dresser, noting it “can grow with the room over time,” thanks to its clean design and warm finish.

Furniture Shopping Pro Tip: “Measure your space and think about flow before choosing furniture to avoid overcrowding,” Kelly says. “Pieces with elevated legs and lighter profiles can help keep your room feeling open and balanced.”

Keep scrolling to shop all the furniture recommended by Kerrie Kelly.

Yopto L-Shaped Sectional Couch $1,000 at Amazon	Charlton Home Scarlett 6-Drawer Dresser $1,198 $346 at Wayfair
Costway 2-Tier Rattan Coffee Table $200 $100 at Target	Dumos Storage Ottoman Bench $50 $28 at Amazon
Ebern Designs Brooklington Upholstered Sofa $700 $440 at Wayfair	Sicotas Rattan Night Stand, Set of 2 $190 at Amazon
Ora Maison Push-Back Recliner Chair $429 $300 at Target	Superjare Rattan Entryway Table $120 $99 at Amazon

Designer-Approved Patio Furniture Picks

Askinasi recommends patio furniture made for get-togethers, starting with a compact three-piece conversation set with a neutral design that works from porch to poolside. She also highlights a chaise lounge with a five-position backrest for comfortable outdoor lounging. For an extra-relaxing touch, she suggests adding a hammock as it’s “the kind of piece everyone ends up wanting a turn in.”

Patio Furniture Shopping Pro Tip: Askinasi says “smaller modular pieces are a whole lot easier to store in the off-season than large standalone couches and sectionals.” She suggests furniture made from metal, stone, or wicker over teak, noting they’ll “look newer for longer.”

Below, check out more patio furniture curated by Shannon Askinasi that’s ideal for hosting.

Onbrill Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair $115 at Amazon	Costway 3-Piece Patio Set $370 $260 at Target
Everyfun Double Hammock $92 at Amazon	Joola Outdoor Dining and Ping Pong Table $1,400 at Wayfair
Best Choice Products 10-Foot Patio Umbrella $80 at Amazon	Polywood Porch Swing $670 $469 at Wayfair
Polywood Edge 4-Piece Modular Deep Seating Set $4,425 $3,095 at Wayfair	Beachcrest Home Adirondack Chair $269 $144 at Wayfair

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Cleaning Expert-Approved Vacuum Picks

Martinez says having the right vacuum can be “incredibly impactful.” She recommends this now-under-$100 cordless option, calling it “one of the lightest vacuums” she’s used, which helps when you’ve got to carry it all around the house. She also adds that it effortlessly picks up dust, crumbs, and hair. 

Martinez notes this Shark stick vacuum is a standout, especially for pet owners, thanks to its powerful suction and ability to lift embedded hair without it tangling the brushroll. For quick daily messes above the floor, she relies on the Black + Decker handheld, adding that her cleaning crews keep one in their caddy.

Vacuuming Pro Tip: “One common mistake I see is people vacuuming too quickly,” Martinez says. She added, “Slowing down allows the brush roll to agitate carpet fibers and gives the suction time to lift debris. Two slow passes will clean better than four quick ones.”

Keep scrolling to shop all the vacuum cleaners Sofia Martinez recommends to help streamline your routine.

Black + Decker Dustbuster Cordless Handheld Vacuum $60 $50 at Amazon	Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $300 at Target
Vipsun Cordless Vacuum $120 $90 at Amazon	Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe Upright Vacuum $200 $150 at Target
Levoit Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $200 $140 at Amazon	Dyson V11 Origin Cordless Vacuum $580 at Amazon

Fabrics Expert-Approved Bedding Picks

Breathable bedding can make a noticeable difference in how you sleep. Rust calls out this Brooklinen cotton duvet cover for its “lightweight, breathable feel,” noting it keeps you comfortable in warmer weather, either with a light insert or on its own.

For those looking to add a little extra comfort, a mattress topper adds a soft layer while still staying breathable. Rust calls it “a great way to protect your mattress and keep it looking like new,” saying it prevents heat and moisture from building up. For milder nights, she highlights this quilt for its breathable cotton-linen blend with a light to medium weight.

Linen Shopping Pro-Tip: Rust says to always look beyond product titles and check the fine print on fabric content — some “linen” pieces, for example, may only contain a small percentage of the fiber and “won’t deliver the benefits you expect.”

Below, shop more bedding Cathy Rust suggests for a better night’s sleep.

Sleep Philosophy King Mattress Topper $60 at Amazon	Brooklinen Dreamweave Waffle Bed Blanket $229 $117 at Brooklinen
Bedsure Quilt Set $43 $34 at Amazon	Brooklinen Classic Percale Duvet Cover $189 $96 at Brooklinen
Feather & Stitch Cotton Bed Sheets $50 at Amazon	Pottery Barn Handcrafted Cotton Linen Quilt $229 $199 at Pottery Barn

Chef-Approved Kitchen Picks

Chef Maeve recommends this silicone spatula set for its seamless design, noting there are no crevices where “bacteria can grow.” She also points to a double-sided bamboo cutting board like these, which let you chop on one side and flip over for serving, calling it “a more practical, multi-use option that easily transitions from prep to entertaining.”

She adds that every kitchen should have a Le Creuset Dutch oven, calling it her “most useful tool for everyday cooking,” and great for one-pot meals, stews, and more. While not a traditional kitchen essential, Maeve also swears by these magnetic necklace clasps, noting they make it easy to quickly remove jewelry so it won’t get caught or get in the way while cooking.

Chef Maeve Rochford’s Rule of Thumb:

If food starts sticking or your frying pan shows signs of wear, like scratches or a dull coating, it’s time for a new one.

Keep scrolling to check out all the kitchen essentials Chef Maeve swears by for everyday cooking.

ChefAide 5-Piece Silicone Spatula Set $13 $9 at Amazon	​Fuhitim Bamboo Cutting Boards, Set of 3 $19 $12 at Amazon
All-Clad 2-Piece Nonstick Frying Pan Set $120 $90 at All-clad.com	Le Creuset Signature 6.5-Quart Round Dutch Oven $460 $290 at Lecreuset.com
Mkcyd Necklace Separator $10 $8 at Amazon	Martha Stewart Oven Mitts, 2-Pack $20 $12 at Amazon

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Designer-Approved Home Décor Picks

Anselmo says an area rug is one of the easiest ways to refresh a space, recommending this option for its mix of classic and playful design, with “softly curved edges” and neutral tones that are easy to style. This low-pile, handcrafted rug is also well-suited for high-traffic areas like entryways, family rooms, and living rooms.

She also highlights an arc floor lamp that “feels sculptural but also practical,” plus a “surprisingly realistic” faux fiddle leaf fig for a low-maintenance touch of greenery that captures the look of the real thing.

Styling Pro Tip: To create the feel of overhead lighting, Anselmo says “place an arc lamp so the shade extends over a coffee table or reading chair.” She adds, “It creates the feeling of a pendant light while keeping the room flexible and easy to rearrange.”

Below, shop more décor finds from Alyssa Anselmo to help pull your space together.

WallBeyond Asymmetrical Mirror $87 $64 at Amazon	Pottery Barn Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree $299 $199 at Pottery Barn
Chris Loves Julia x Loloi Scottie Area Rug $159 $101 at Wayfair	Teamson Home Arquer Arc Floor Lamp $175 $145 at Amazon

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