
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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Kate Moss's Glamorous New Bathroom Shows How to Take Luxury 1930s Style and Make It Modern and Fashionable
A space that oozes luxury and glamour, with plenty of cool-girl appeal, what more could you expect from the ensuite bathroom of the British icon?
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This Architect's Collaboration With Axel Vervoordt Co. Brought the Designer's Signature Wabi Sabi-Style to a North London Renovation
This Passive House build proves you don't need color to build character, as natural materials provide all the texture and depth
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Meet the 'Airfryer Garage' — This Designer's Clever Hidden Storage Keeps the Bulky Appliance Off Your Kitchen Countertops
This genius design has taken storage to the next level, and I can't lie, I'm completely obsessed
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This Genius IKEA Container Is What Stops My Cut Herbs Dying Every Week — And It Fits Perfectly Into My Fridge Door
Say goodbye to sad, wilted herbs, as this affordable buy from IKEA has revolutionized how I store my greens
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"They're Not Always the Most Flattering or Flexible Option" — So, Should You Pick an LED Mirror for Your Bathroom, or Not?
Love them or hate them, LED bathroom mirrors are a hugely popular design choice — I asked the experts for their thoughts on the trend
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Can't See to Get Ready Properly? These Tricks for Lighting Around a Bathroom Mirror Are What Everyone Who Uses One to Do Their Makeup Should Know
The first step to a perfect makeup routine? It all begins with the proper bathroom mirror lighting
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Forget Your Basic Laundry Basket, This Type of Storage Works Way Better for a Small Bathroom and It Also Comes With Open Shelving, too
Laundry baskets that open from the top don't make the most of your space — I've just found the smartest solution to your small bathroom storage problems
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5 Design Tricks That'll Make It Way Easier for More Than One Person to Cook in a Small Kitchen
A small kitchen doesn't need to mean every meal is a solo venture; these expert tips can help maximize your space
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Should You Put Furniture in Front of a Radiator? The Solution to a Problematic Layout vs Lowering Your Heating's Efficiency, Explained
We asked our experts for all their thoughts on whether or not furniture can cover the radiator, and their advice may just surprise you
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In This Art Deco Apartment in Miami, a Clever Layout and Custom Finishes Make the Small Kitchen Work Harder
In Miami Beach's luxurious South of Fifth neighborhood, this designer brings together art deco and mid century modern design elements
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These Plastered-in Ceiling Lights Make Your Lighting Scheme More Minimalist and Way Less Intrusive — But There's One Downside to Know
For a sleek, seamless look, this lighting design is the way to go
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These Are the 5 Types of Lighting Designers Would Never Use - They're Harsh and Unflattering
For the most welcoming, beautiful home, lighting is key. These are the designs the experts say to avoid at all costs
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Should Curtains Cover Radiators? The Dilemma of Floor-Length Curtains vs Blocking Your Room's Heat Source, Solved
If you've opted for beautiful, long curtains, you might be fighting against your home's thermal efficiency, say the experts
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This New Bathroom Storage From Habitat Fits Around Your Existing Pedestal Sink, but Will Make It Look 100 Times More Expensive
Affordable, stylish, and practically no installation required, this clever bathroom cabinet is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your small bathroom
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This Dulwich Home Takes Inspiration From Ritual, Not Trends — Including an Outdoor Balcony Bathroom That's a "Daily Luxury" and Elevates Everyday Routine
What happens when an architect designs his own home? Lots of natural materials, curving forms, and an outdoor bath. That's what happens
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This Discreet 'Plinth' Vacuum Is the Low-Effort Addition to Your Kitchen That'll Help Keep Floors Clear and Uncluttered Between Deep Cleans
I never thought I'd say this, but I'm obsessed with a vacuum. And once you've seen this clever, hidden design, you'll feel the same
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My Kitchen Has Been So Disorganized Lately, So I Found These 6 Genius Inserts I Can Screw (or Stick) Into My Cabinets to Give My Storage a Budget Overhaul
Organizing your kitchen cupboards doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. These cabinet inserts make it easy, and here's exactly how
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Is Your Cutting Board Toxic? 3 Alternatives You Might Not Have Even Heard of That the Health-Conscious Crowd All Use
Keep that toxic energy far, far away from your kitchen — it's time to chuck out your old chopping boards and bring in the new. Here are some of my favorites
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This 'Tonal' Paint Trick Is the Most Stylish Way to Paint Your Kitchen Right Now, and It Can Make a Small Space Appear Larger, too
You've heard of color drenching, but what about color capping? This is the new paint technique that might just transform your kitchen
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This Drawer Insert Is Probably the Best Looking, Most Functional Way to Store Foil and Film Wrap in Your Kitchen
Say goodbye to wonky tears and cluttered drawers with this genius foil and cling film dispenser, and it looks good, too
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5 Bathroom Vanity Countertops That Designers Tend to Avoid for Practical Reasons — These Options Are Porous or Hard to Keep Clean
You need your bathroom to be practical, and for that, you need the right countertop. Here are the ones experts recommend you stay away from
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These Genius Hidden Bedside Reading Lamps Tuck Away When You're Not Using Them — They Don't Interfere in Your Design, and You're Never Left in the Dark
Big lights, be gone! These clever reading lights provide all the glow you need, and can be completely hidden away afterward. Here are some of my favorites
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"I Can Never See Myself in My Bathroom Mirror Properly, It's a Nightmare" —This Is Probably the Reason Why, and How to Fix It
You may not even realize it, but this is the number one reason you can't see yourself properly in your bathroom mirror
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Edwardian vs Victorian vs Georgian — The Giveaways That'll Help You Figure Out What Your Home Is (and How to Decorate Appropriately)
Because simply describing a home as having 'period' features isn't going to cut it anymore... this guide is here to help you out
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