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Tessa Pearson

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Tessa Pearson is an interiors and architecture journalist, formerly Homes Director at ELLE Decoration and Editor of ELLE Decoration Country. When she's not covering design and decorative trends for Livingetc, Tessa contributes to publications such as The Observer and Table Magazine, and has recently written a book on forest architecture. Based in Sussex, Tessa has a keen interest in rural and coastal life, and spends as much time as possible by the sea.

Latest articles by Tessa Pearson

Orange and blue tiles in irregular pattern on kitchen floor

11 Kitchen Flooring Ideas to Build a Brilliant Renovation Scheme From the Ground Up

Starting with your kitchen's flooring isn't a bad idea when it comes to creating a successful scheme — here are 11 modern ways to do it, and expert advice from interior designers

9 Yellow Kitchen Ideas That Show How This Shade Isn’t Just Bright and Bold, but Beautiful

Kitchens aren't spaces we want to hide away anymore, so why not choose a shade that stands out, like yellow. Here, we share spaces that show you how to do it.

By Tessa Pearson Last updated 14 March 25
5 Rooms with Beach Color Schemes That Each Take a Different Approach to This Laidback Look

Bring the outdoors in with colors drawn from the sea and the landscape to create restful spaces inspired by nature

By Tessa Pearson Published 7 August 24
5 Coastal Bedroom Ideas That Are as Soothing as the Sound of Waves as You Drift Off to Sleep

From elevated color palettes to clever storage for visiting guests, discover designer's best tips for chic coastal bedroom design

By Tessa Pearson Published 28 July 24
Coastal Farmhouse Ideas — 5 Inspiring Ways Designers Mix the Styles to Create Rustic Seaside Charm

Designers share how to cohesively mix these enduring styles to create a look where rustic touches meet modern-coastal cool

By Tessa Pearson Published 26 July 24
What is Coastal Design? Here's 9 Ways Designers Are Channeling This Relaxed and Timeless Aesthetic

From hardwearing materials and functional furniture to soulful touches that steer clear of cliché, discover how to embrace coastal interior design in your home

By Tessa Pearson Published 14 July 24
How to Create a Calm Color Palette Without Skimping on Character — 8 Interior Designers Share Their Tips

Wondering how to achieve a serene and soothing scheme without straying into blandness? We asked the experts for some calming color inspiration

By Tessa Pearson Published 21 June 24

9 Ways to Bring Bright Color Into Your Living Room That Feel Chic, Not Jolting, According to Designers

From wall-to-wall color to inventive paint effects and impactful accessories, these are the ways top designers and industry experts use to introduce bright, bold shades

By Tessa Pearson Published 5 June 24
9 Ways Designers Make Cream Kitchen Cabinets Feel More Modern — "It's Now So Fresh!"

Discover the cabinetry styles, hardware hacks and complementary palettes that help keep a cream scheme looking fresh and contemporary

By Tessa Pearson Published 14 April 24
Best Cabinets for Small Kitchens — 8 Ideas That Make the Most of Every Inch

These best cabinets for small kitchens do not curtail either the style or functionality of the space and these examples prove it

By Tessa Pearson Published 10 April 24
9 Ways Designers are Displaying TVs in 2024, and What They’re No Longer Doing — "Living Rooms Look So Much Better"

From recessed niches and sliding panels to customized cabinets and gallery walls, discover design-led ways to prevent your TV from overpowering your space

By Tessa Pearson Published 31 March 24
8 of the Biggest Rug Mistakes — And How to Avoid Them for a Better-Designed Home

Discover insider advice to avoid rug-buying blunders, as well as top tips for choosing the perfect design to elevate your space

By Tessa Pearson Published 15 March 24
How To Make Your Powder Room Look Expensive - 6 Ways Designers Add Instantly Luxe Vibes

Knowing how to make your powder room look expensive means you can ake a big impact in this compact space. Follow the lead of the designers who get it right

By Tessa Pearson Published 24 December 23

5 Decor Ideas To Transform a Windowless Bathroom — "It'll Feel So Energizing"

Discover designers' top tricks for adding warmth and character to these light-deprived windowless bathrooms that can be so difficult to add life to

By Tessa Pearson Published 17 December 23
5 Foolproof Kitchen Color Combinations Designers Love for 2024 - You Simply Can't Go Wrong

These foolproof kitchen palettes range from bright and bold to soft and subtle, but having been devised by top interior designers and architects you can't go wrong with them

By Tessa Pearson Published 14 December 23
8 of the Best Neutral Kitchen Cabinet Colors – Real Spaces That Prove These Shades are Timeless

Discover our favorite ways to use neutral tones to transform the most-used room in the house

By Tessa Pearson Published 4 December 23
This wall color is what designers are choosing for 2024 for rooms that look more expensive

We've compiled a few of our favorite ideas that showcase the enduring appeal of one of this season's most-coveted colors

By Tessa Pearson Published 29 November 23
5 color trends that are going out of style in 2024, according to designers - and what to choose instead

We spoke to interior designers and industry insiders about the hottest color swaps to implement right now for on-trend homes in 2024 and beyond

By Tessa Pearson Published 24 November 23
5 colors you should never paint a dark room - and what experts would choose instead

These fail-safe ideas will help you find the perfect shades of paint for light-deprived spaces

By Tessa Pearson Published 20 November 23

4 ideas designers are leaving behind in 2023 - and 4 they're taking forward instead

Find out which architecture and interiors trends look set to wane in popularity, and what industry insiders think you should do over them

By Tessa Pearson Published 20 November 23
'This is how we're going to be decorating in 2024' - 8 dark color trends to paint your walls with for a luxurious look next year

Strike the perfect balance of drama and comfort with these room-defining shades

By Tessa Pearson Published 4 November 23
5 "retro" trends interior designers are bringing back for 2024 that might surprise you

These design trends may have had their heyday in decades past, but they're in the spotlight again as designers re-imagine them with fresh eyes

By Tessa Pearson Published 4 September 23
10 den ideas that will help this space become the coziest, most relaxing room in your house

We asked the experts how to design a den that's flexible, functional and packed with personality

By Tessa Pearson Published 1 September 23
Should your kitchen and living room match? Designers agree on the best way to decorate an open plan space

Discover expert tips for a hard-working space that's harmonious as well as functional

By Tessa Pearson Published 25 June 23
What color hardware goes with white kitchen cabinets? Design experts pick the hues which will elevate your decor

Struggling to decide on the finishing touches for your white kitchen? We asked the experts for their favorite hardware picks

By Tessa Pearson Published 24 June 23

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