
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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Before and After — How a Designer Turned a Small City Dirt Plot Into This Garden With a Fireplace, Breakfast Bar, and Outdoor Shower
Despite being in the heart of the city, this courtyard garden maintains the feeling of complete seclusion
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9 Garden Trends That Landscapers and Gardening Experts Say We'll Be Seeing This Year
Sustainability and regenerative planting are the hottest topics of the moment
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5 Smart Bathroom Tech Trends to Adopt in 2025 That Make This Space Such a Joy to Use
Still got a regular flush toilet? Yawn... Upgrade your space with the tech trends that are the future of modern bathroom design.
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I’m a Landscape Designer — These Are the Biggest Mistakes in Gardens I See People Making
Landscape designer Katherine Aul Cervoni digs up all the worst mistakes she's seen time and time again
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5 Outdoor Kitchen Mistakes to Avoid This Season — Especially If You Want the Best Al Fresco Dining Experience
Before you send out the invites for your summer barbecue, make sure your outdoor cooking area is up to scratch with these expert tips.
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4 Kitchen Island Measurements That the Best Designers Always Use When Planning Spaces
Your cheat-sheet guide to getting clued up on all the basics of island measurements, straight from the experts.
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Before and After — How This Jewel-Box Bathroom Made the Most of Its Proportions With Maximalist Design and a 'Soaking Tub'
This design offers a masterclass on creating a luxurious bathroom that is equally playful and elegant.
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5 Colors You Should Never Paint Your Bathroom — The Boring, Overstimulating, and Dating Shades These Designers Avoid
We're here to save you from the trap of a bad-taste bathroom. Listen to the experts, and stay away from these shades. You've been warned!
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What Is Compression and Release? The Secret to Frank Lloyd Wright's Architectural Technique That Can Make Homes Feel More Expansive
Popularized by Frank Lloyd Wright, this design philosophy may change how you look at your home forever
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5 Garden Features That Instantly Add Value to Your Home — While Making Your Outdoor Space More Practical, too
Get to know all the expert tips and tricks for making your backyard a standout selling point for your home.
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7 Budgeting Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Kitchen Extension
Designing a kitchen extension on a strict budget requires you to work smarter, not harder. Avoiding these slip ups is the first step to success.
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This One Piece of Bathroom Furniture Solves the Most Frustrating Problem With Freestanding Tubs
The bath table is our new favorite bath-time problem solver, so you never have to worry about dropping your phone in the water again.
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How to Make a Bathroom Look More Expensive — 5 Simple Upgrades That Will Elevate Your Space Instantly
If you're on a mission to create an elevated, luxe-feel bathroom on a budget, our experts are here to help
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I'm Obsessing Over Brick Flooring in Bathrooms — It Might Be My Favorite Way to Bring Character to These Spaces
Looking to create a rustic, cozy bathroom? A brick floor might just be the answer
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5 Problems With Boiling Water Taps That No One Ever Talks About — And How to Troubleshoot Them
We got our experts to spill the beans on the truth behind these kitchen staples
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Does a Kitchen Need to Have a Door? Experts Give Us a Breakdown on Risks and Benefits
As popular as open-plan kitchens may be, they aren't for everyone. Our experts break down all the pros and cons of this design style.
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Should I Go for a Mixer or Standard Tap in My Bathroom? The Debate Might Be Finally Settled
The experts weigh in on the choice between a standard tap and a mixer, so you know which one to choose.
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Interior Designers Say These 7 Tile Mistakes Are Making Your Bathroom Look Cheap — And You Should Avoid Them at All Costs
Wonky tiles and shoddy grout lines? Not on our watch
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What Is A Dirty Kitchen, And Why Do I Need One?
This is the hidden feature designers wish they could include in every house
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4 Bathroom Colors That Are Going Out of Style in 2025 — Don't Say We Didn't Warn You
If you're redecorating your bathroom this year, our design experts suggest you avoid these outdated colors
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Bar Stools vs Counter Stools — The Difference You Need to Know to Avoid Buying the Wrong One for Your Kitchen
You might think they're the same thing, but bar stools and counter stools are subtly different, and knowing how will help you avoid buying the wrong ones
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The Avocado Bathroom Is Back — But Will This 70s Revival Date So Badly This Time Around?
On toast, in a salad, or on the walls of your bathroom - how do you take your avo?
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Miele Just Made One Tiny Tweak to Its Pans That Makes So Much Sense (and Solves a Big Cooking Bugbear)
These new pots are perfect for open-plan kitchens and here's why
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How Long Will My Kitchen Extension Take? From Planning to Building, Here's a Rough Guide
Our experts share everything they know about how long kitchen extensions tend to take, so you don't have to figure it out for yourself
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