Cat Olley
Cat Olley is a British design and lifestyle journalist, editor and copywriter. Formerly on the features team at ELLE Decoration, she has written for The Guardian, The Modern House, Evening Standard Homes & Property, Inigo and John Lewis at Home. She specializes in the latest trends and ideas happening in the design world, and is our go-to for aesthetically-led pieces.
Latest articles by Cat Olley
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10 unusual kitchen materials - beautiful new design trends set to level up your counters and cabinets
Unusual kitchen materials, from pigmented concrete to recycled plastic are becoming loved by designers. Here's how to create a space that doesn't look like everyone else.
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Curved sofas have been THE design trend of the year and these perfect 10 examples show why and how to style them
Within a wider shift towards softer lines and cocooning shapes, curved sofas have emerged as the new hero piece
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10 minimalist dining rooms where even breakfast would feel elegant, and how to recreate them
Calm, chic and flexible, these clever minimalist dining rooms can do it all. We asked ten designers to reveal their tricks
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10 perfect waterfall countertops that make a strong case for this being the best kitchen island style
You'll spot sleek waterfall countertops in plenty of designers' own homes, and for good reason. This is kitchen island style done right
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10 beautifully minimalist kitchens that will make you want to hide the microwave for good
Calm, considered and blissfully clutter-free, these minimalist kitchens whisper rather than shout. Ten designers talk us through it
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