
Debbie Black
Debbie is Livingetc's deputy editor (digital). She embarked on her career in the publishing industry almost 20 years ago, with experience spanning interiors and fashion brands across both print and digital platforms.
After graduating with a bachelor's degree in English and American Literature from Kent University, she started her career in editorial business, working on World of Interiors, Easy Living, and Brides before moving onto Condé Nast Traveller, GQ , and GQ Style. She then worked for Glamour magazine as acting business manager, after which she became the managing editor for ELLE Decoration, ELLE Decoration Country, ELLE, and Cosmopolitan.
She then made the move from London to Belfast and took some time to focus on raising her family whilst completing home renovation projects before joining Livingetc as managing editor. She is now the deputy editor (digital), overseeing the team and content calendar planning.
She is a lover of all things interiors and loves planning a makeover project. She can often be found moving furniture and decor around her house or else watering her 50 houseplants!
Latest articles by Debbie Black
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This Once Dark Townhouse in London's Little Venice Was Transformed Into a Unique, Open, and Light-Filled Haven With Flexibility at Its Core
A challenging project from the start, the designer of this early 1900s townhouse reimagined the home with a series of special details, including a hidden kitchen and a yoga room in the garden
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I’m Not Surprised These Solar Fence Lights Are So Highly Rated — They’re Such a Simple, and Affordable Way to Add Instant Opulence to Your Garden
With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,000 reviews and a price tag of under £30, these solar lights are a win-win for a garden that looks expensive, without breaking the bank
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My Husband and I Have Been Making Homemade Pizzas Together for Years — Gozney’s Super Stylish Arc Lite Could Just Be Our Top Pick of Easy-to-Use, Portable Outdoor Pizza Ovens
The most affordable of Gozney’s range, the lightweight Arc Lite makes it ideal for smaller spaces, whether you have a balcony, rooftop, or want to take it with you on-the-go
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5 Japanese Homes That Are Uniquely Expressive, Creative, and Effortlessly Grounded — They're "Rooted in Tradition Yet Designed for Modern Life"
In excerpts from gestalten's book 'A House in Japan', these homes teach us how to embrace constraints
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21 of the Most Beautiful Gardens, Selected From Our Favorite Home Tours, to Inspire Your Outdoor Space This Season
From Californian courtyards to London rooftop terraces — these are the designer-styled outdoor spaces from the Livingetc archives to bookmark
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This Foldable Outdoor Privacy Screen Brings Another Level of Flexibility to a Small Garden — Portable, and Affordable, the Stylish Design Can Even Be a Trellis for Your Plants
Compact spaces call for creative solutions — and the design of this garden privacy screen delivers on style and versatility
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I Just Realized I Bought the Wrong Kitchen Organizer — IKEA’s New NÅLBLECKA Storage Is Far More Practical, and It’s Way Cheaper Than What I Paid
IKEA's newly released NÅLBLECKA kitchen organizer doubles your storage space effectively and stylishly, whether inside your cupboard or on your countertop
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Tiny Outdoor Area? No Problem — IKEA's Folding Table Is the Ultimate Small Garden Flex That Saves Space, Neatly Stores Chairs, and Has a Display Shelf for Your Plants
Whether you have a balcony or a small patio, this stylish, multifunctional table makes your compact space work harder
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These Are the Best Rooms Decorated in Farrow & Ball This Year — According to the Paint and Wallpaper Brand's New Design Competition
Farrow & Ball has just announced the winners of 'Iconic Spaces 2026' — a new global design competition that "celebrates the positive power of color"
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"Dreaming Up Modern Day Interpretations of a 70s Vibe" Was the Designer's Favorite Part of Creating This Laid-Back Aussie Home — It's a Masterclass in Styling Room Dividers
Designed by the renowned interior design and architecture studio YSG, this exuberant family home is both grounding and playful
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Okay, Habitat’s New-In Lighting Looks So Expensive, Yet Almost All of My Favorites Cost Under £50 — Talk About a Designer Look for Less
With modern, sculptural silhouettes starting at just £16, Habitat has failed to disappoint with its latest lighting drop
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I've Found a Stylish, Low-Effort, and Low-Cost Way to Create an Instant Garden Path, Without Calling the Landscape Designers — This Roll Out Wooden Walkway Is a Game Changer
This chic and versatile garden pathway can be easily rolled out or stored away, depending on your needs — and the best part? It’s super affordable, too
By Debbie Black Published
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If You Buy One Thing for Your Garden This Year, Make It This 5-Star Rated Modular Outdoor Sofa & Table Set From Next — It Looks As Chic as It Is Versatile
Furniture picking for your garden made simple — this set has it all
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This Boston Condo in an 1865 Brownstone Is a Subtle Love Affair With Teal — Designed for Comfort, It's "Relaxed Sophistication" at Its Finest
With quiet pops of color, every corner of this renovated historic property invites you to relax
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I Want a California-Inspired Garden — These Are the 5 Things a Los Angeles-Based Landscaper Says Are a Must-Have, and How to Adapt Them Even If You Live in the City
I asked a California-based landscape designer to share the key components of this style of outdoor space, so that I could turn mine from chaotic to calm
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IKEA's 3-in-1 Privacy Screen Is a Small Garden Savior — With Storage That Becomes an Extra Seat, It Maximizes Space While Blocking Nosy Neighbors in Style
This versatile garden divider is ideal for any type of outdoor space, from balconies and terraces to larger backyards for clever zoning and privacy
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IKEA Quietly Added New Outdoor Lighting to Its SOLVINDEN Collection — These Chic Lights Are the Simple and Effective Upgrade My Garden Needs Right Now
Those spring evenings in the garden are right around the corner, and these stylish outdoor lights are just what my currently neglected space requires
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"Not Too Precious" — The Designer of This London Home Nailed the Blend of Elegant and Understated Design, With Spaces That Welcome You With Open Arms
Grounded, connected, and lived-in, this contemporary family home invites you to relax and stay awhile
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These Stylish IKEA Curtains Are an Effortless, and Affordable, Way to Upgrade Your Space — With Solid 5 Star Reviews, They're Praised for Quality, Value, and How Well They Hang
Light-filtering with a sense of privacy, IKEA's GINSTMOTT curtains are the perfect blend of style and functionality
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I Never Thought I’d Say ‘Design-Forward’ and ‘Extension Cord’ in the Same Sentence, but IKEA’s Practical Necessity Will Elevate Any Space (I Own One, and Want More)
I couldn't leave IKEA without one of these in my trolley — now I'm just annoyed I only bought one
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Not Only Is IKEA’s Pot Lid Organizer Great for Storing Vinyl Records — This Space-Saving, Budget-Friendly Storage Also Works for Plates, Trays, and Pot Lids, too, of Course
Costing just £5 and rated 5 stars by almost all its reviewers, this is one of the most affordable yet stylish ways to store a variety of different items at home
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This "Unapologetically Personal" Victorian Terrace Draws Influence From Mid-Century Irreverence and the Works of Wes Anderson
Incorporating designs by icons Eileen Gray, Eames, Flos, and Cassina, along with treasured personal items and globally-sourced vintage pieces, this London home is a refined sanctuary
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This IKEA Speaker Deserves Its Near-Perfect Rating — I Bought It Months Ago and Continue to Be Impressed by Its Style, Ease-of-Use, and Affordable Price Tag
This small but mighty Bluetooth speaker packs a punch, both with sound and style — and for the price, it's an absolute steal
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I'm a Big Fan of This Flexible, Banquette-Style Dining Bench Set — It's Space-Saving, Can Work With Your Existing Pedestal Table, and Dining Has Never Looked So Comfortable
If you're looking for sophisticated seating that's as functional as it is stylish, then look no further
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