Latest articles by Olivia Wolfe
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Why Extroverts and Introverts Tend to Choose Totally Different Paint Colors for Their Walls, According to Color ExpertsStart with the individual and how they want to experience that space — "From there, color can help create the atmosphere that feels right for them"
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Why Are We All Hating on White Ceilings? Here's How the 'Cloud Capping' Paint Technique Makes the Familiar Style Feel so Right for 2026Why white ceilings have never been out of style, they just shouldn't be a stark or harsh shade
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Okay, Should a Rug Be Lighter or Darker Than Your Floors? Here's What Designer's Say for Achieving the Most Cohesive SpaceThere is no hard and fast rule, but considering your room as a whole will always make the decision process easier
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How We Test Coffee Machines at Livingetc to Make Sure You Find the Appliance That's Right for YouFrom fabulous aesthetics to machines with top-of-the-line technology, no detail is overlooked while reviewing the best espresso makers on the market
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This Month's Coolest New Homewares Are Slowly Signalling the Cozy Season Ahead — Here's What Not to MissI've curated 24 of the best new homeware items to help you slow down and refresh in style this month
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5 Headboard Trends Anyone Planning a Bedroom Makeover Needs to Know, Because "a Good Headboard Gives a Bedroom Its Identity"A headboard should define the room, both as an anchor and as a stylish design statement — here's what designers are doing this year
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3 Things You Should Never, Ever Buy for Your Home If You Want It to Feel Personal, Collected, and Different From Everyone Else'sTo let someone into your home is an act of vulnerability. "Instead of shying away from that openness with an armor of tastefully curated objects, embrace it."
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John Lewis' Rug Collection is the Perfect Example of How to Do 'Modern Geometrics' RightThese prints are characterful, but still feel cozy and livable — which is exactly what you want from a bold rug underfoot
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4 'Transitional' Colors That Feel Perfect for Bedrooms in 2026 — They Create the Ideal "Bit-of-This, Bit-of-That Atmosphere"It's about finding the balance between contemporary and timeless style, as well as a shade that promotes restfulness
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No Steam Wand, No Problem — This Vibe-y Stovetop Milk Steamer Is the Coolest Addition to Your Coffee NookOut of all the milk frothers on the market, this might be the one that actually gets that silky smooth milk, perfect for lattes
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The Best Thing About This 5-Star-Rated Storage Sofa Isn't What You Can See, but What It Cleverly HidesThis new three-seater sofa is quickly becoming a customer favorite, and it's easy to see why
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Sorry, but That Trendy Brown and Light Blue Color Combination Is So Overdone — Here's the Tweak to Make so That It Feels FresherBurgundy and light blue are the color combination for the coolest of homes; it's classic yet so contemporary
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4 Overstimulating Things You've Designed Into Your Bedroom by MistakeAt the end of the day, our bedrooms should be the most relaxing room in our home
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Stop — Before You Buy Your Next Sofa, Interior Designers Warn These 4 Colors Have Fallen Out of Favor in 2026It's not that these colors are necessarily 'outdated', but to feel right for 2026 interiors, they require more nuance
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This Super Minimalist Pour-Over Coffee Maker Might Actually Be the Most Stylish One You Can BuyIt looks sleek on the counter, blends high-tech with the coffee-making basics, and it's pretty affordable comparatively — what's not to love?
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Forget Millennial Pink, This Is the Exact Shade the Most Exciting Designers Are Using Instead in 2026It's bold, characterful, and undeniably fun — here's how to use it in your home
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"They've Reached a Fever Pitch" — 5 Trends That Are So Big Right Now Designers Are Convinced They'll Be Out of Style Very SoonThey aren't quite 'outdated', but they're best used with restraint and intention
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Should a Rug Go Under a Dining Table? When You Should Avoid It, and the Scale Tricks to Know to Stop This Setup Feeling AwkwardIt's not always as simple as you may think, but when done well, a rug can have transformative power in this space
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If Your Espresso Tastes Bitter, Sour, or Weak, This Is What Your Machine Is Trying to Tell YouA good espresso about taking the time to learn your machine and master the art of coffee-making
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Okay, This Rechargeable Stake Light Might Actually Be the Most Stylish Way to Illuminate a Garden PathIt perfectly blends form and function for a more intentional outdoor space
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ICYMI: July Was a Bright, Quirky, Colorful Time for the Interior Design World — Here's What You Don't Want to MissColor, patterns, artful decor pieces — these are our favorite decor launches from the last month
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This New Collection Transforms IKEA Sofas Into Romantic, Designer-Inspired Pieces in MinutesI never knew I needed a sofa with dramatically pooled fabric until now
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John Lewis' Pumpkin Wall Light Isn't Spooky — It's Got an Elevated, Wabi-Sabi Style That Looks Much More Expensive Than It IsIt's the perfect layering piece for design-forward, yet cozy rooms
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It's Ridiculously Good-Looking and Almost Always Sold Out in the UK, but How Does Fellow's Series 1 Espresso Machine Stack Up? Here's My ReviewAs an experienced coffee reviewer, I always love trying a new machine — here's how this one holds up against others on the market
