Lotte is the Digital Editor for Livingetc, and has been with the website since its launch. She has a background in online journalism and writing for SEO, with previous editor roles at Good Living, Good Housekeeping, Country & Townhouse, and BBC Good Food among others, as well as her own successful interiors blog. When she's not busy writing or tracking analytics, she's doing up houses, two of which have features in interior design magazines. She's just finished doing up her house in Wimbledon, and is eyeing up Bath for her next project.
Latest articles by Lotte Brouwer
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18 nursery ideas to create a beautiful gender neutral space for your baby
From whimsical murals to cute and creative furniture, Be inspired by these stylish nursery ideas...
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This listed terraced house was given a more useful layout thanks to a side extension that flips the layout upside down
The architects added on a side extension to create a new entrance to the house, moving all living areas to garden level, and freeing up the raised ground floor level for other, more useful purposes. The basement has now become the family centre of the home...
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Inside A Clever Garden Room That Doubles As A Chic Guest House
This striking garden room design incorporates a sleeping area, kitchenette, loo and shower, as well as plenty of storage space, making it ideal as both a self-contained guest house or a restful retreat to escape to.
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This busy family home is chic, functional and clutter-free, thanks to clever joinery and striking design ideas
The Victorian property was updated with a broken-plan split-level layout and custom joinery ideas at every turn – from pull-out steps in the kitchen (so the kids can reach the sink) and a hidden desk space in the dining area to a spiral wine cellar with a glass trap door...
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Inside interior designer Athena Calderone's home - a stunning 1900s Brooklyn brownstone
Interior designer Athena Calderone’s home is a triumph of cool contrasts – a place where curves meet sharp angles, dark balances light and solidity finds its sense of flow...
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Balcony Ideas That Make The Most Of A Small Balcony
These chic and stylish balcony ideas will help you make the most of a small city balcony, and turn it into a space you'll enjoy spending time in.
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Patio ideas: 50 stylish patio schemes & design tricks for a welcoming outdoor space
Get inspired by these 50 strikingly stylish garden patio ideas to transform your patio garden into a dreamy outdoor oasis...
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This restored Victorian home in Stoke Newington features a fresh, industrial scheme and modern extensions
This Victorian home feels fresh and modern, thanks to new extensions, lots of sky lights, an industrial-inspired interior scheme and a balanced colour palette of dark accent colours against a white backdrop...
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Bathroom Storage Ideas: 15 storage ideas for a tidier bathroom
Take inspiration from these bathroom storage ideas for a tidy and clutter-free bathroom.
