
Maya Glantz
Maya Glantz is a Design Writer at Livingetc, covering all things bathrooms and kitchens. Her background in Art History informed her love of the aesthetic world, and she believes in the importance of finding beauty in the everyday. She recently graduated from City University with a Masters Degree in Magazine Journalism, during which she gained experience writing for various publications, including the Evening Standard. A lover of mid-century style, she can be found endlessly adding to her dream home Pinterest board.
Latest articles by Maya Glantz
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Is It Better to Buy or Build Your Own Pergola? Experts Discuss the Most Cost-Effective Way to Embrace Those Shady Summer Days
A pergola is the perfect solution to scorching summer days — but is this a fun DIY project, or something you should leave to the experts?
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8 Shower Trends to Know Before Undertaking a Bathroom Reno in 2025 — If You Want the Best Looking, Most Functional Space
From checkerboard tiles to tech-forward showers, these are some of our favorite trends taking over showers this year
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5 Mistakes in Your Garden's Design You'll Only Notice When Temperatures Soar in the Summer
Summer-proof your garden with our expert's top tips for creating an outdoor area that will thrive all year round.
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This Chapel Renovation Project Blends Classics With Modern Design Seamlessly
This Cotswolds chapel seamlessly integrates modern design elements while respecting and restoring the original Georgian architecture.
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How to Future-Proof Your Garden's Landscaping for Hotter Summers (Without Sacrificing Style)
With summers getting hotter and hotter, it's time to make sure your garden is prepared to face the heat
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These Are the Benefits of Morning Sunlight on Your Body — and How to Design Your Garden for Optimal Exposure
It's no secret that morning sunlight is good for you, but have you ever considered designing your garden around this idea?
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Forget Cheap-Looking Sun Shades — This Stylish All-Natural Option Looks So Much Better and Is Made From a Surprising Material
Less public pool, more private members club — these sun shades ooze European glamour, perfect for your summer gatherings.
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Outdated Flooring Trends the Experts Want to Leave in the Past
Keep your home timeless and chic from top to bottom by avoiding these outdated flooring trends... you've been warned
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7 Front Garden Privacy Ideas for a Hidden and Secluded Entrance to Your Home, Because No One Likes Prying Eyes
Start your home as you mean to go on with a beautiful, private front garden, free from any unwanted sights and sounds.
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Before and After — This Cali-Cool Bathroom Nails the Laidback Luxury Look
Hackett House Studios has brought a little slice of the West Coast to the Midwest with this beautiful Columbus remodel
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This 'Ancient Roman' Flooring Trend Is Having an Unexpected Revival in 2025 — With a Fun, Modern Twist
From the floor of the Vatican to your bathroom — our new favorite tiling trend has history on its side
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Striped Tile Layouts Are Trending in Bathrooms — It's an Easy Way to Make Simple Tiles Look Amazing
Striped tiles seem to be the hottest tile layout this year, but is this a style classic, or more of a fleeting trend?
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This Butter Yellow and Pastel Kitchen Is the Color Inspiration I've Been Searching for — It's a Bold but Soft Decorating Scheme
The color palette of this kitchen may be the star, but it's packed with a lot of practical design features too
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I've Found These Genius Solar-Rechargeable Outdoor Table Lamps That Might Be the Quickest, Easiest Way to Add Lighting to Your Garden
For a sustainable glow that will last through the summer nights, these solar-powered table lamps are going to be your new best friend
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The 'Last Step' Trend Is the Way to Use Luxury Materials to Elevate Your Home's Design, Without Totally Blowing the Budget
This surprising style has been popping up all over our feeds, and each staircase is another step closer to design perfection.
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This Genius 'Ladder Extender' Makes Painting Above Your Stairs So Much Easier
Finally, a solution to this age-old DIY issue. This clever ladder extender will save you from all the mess and backaches.
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Wait, What Actually Is a 'Digital Shower System'? The Pros and Cons of Tech-Enhanced Showering, Explained
Is this the shower of the future? Or just another way to waste your money? The experts are here to let you know
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Banister vs Balustrade vs Railing — The Experts Guide to Understanding Stairs Lingo
The experts explain the differences between all the options, so you can make sure you're taking the right steps for your home.
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5 Mistakes Interior Designers Always Notice in Showers — And What They Recommend That Their Clients Do Instead
Our experts share all the most common slip-ups to avoid for a perfect shower design, as well as their tips for what to do instead
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What Is Teak Wood? And Why Do Experts Swear By It for Outdoor Furniture? Experts Break Down the Pros and Cons
This material has been lauded as the gold standard for luxury outdoor furniture, but is it worthy of this status? Our experts break it down
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Alexa, Hit The Lights — These Smart Outdoor Lighting Options Are a Garden Game-Changer
Make illuminating your outdoor space that much easier to control by going all-in on Alexa-enabled garden lighting — this is what to know and what to buy
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Kitchen Island vs Peninsula — Which Is Better and What Are Designers Choosing in 2025?
The experts debate whether you should choose an island or a peninsula, and they don't mean for your next holiday destination
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5 Patio Mistakes You're Probably Making and What to Do to Avoid Them for a Flawless Outdoor Space
What good is stylish outdoor furniture if your foundations aren't up to scratch? For a patio that lasts, these are the mistakes to avoid.
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I'm Convinced Every Garden Should Have a Sculpture — Here's How to Design the Right One Into Your Space
Nothing brings a more romantic, dramatic, and elegant feel to your garden design than a well-placed garden sculpture — but as designers explain, there's an art to it
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