
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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Are Black Countertops Still in Style? Here's How Designers Are Using Them That Feel Right for 2026-Ready Kitchens
Dark and heavy, or sleek and sultry? The experts share their design tips for taking this counter into the year ahead
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This Designer Tile Brand Just Launched a B&Q Range — With a Zellige-Style Tile That's a Fraction of the Price of the Real Thing
Timeless luxury meets accessible design in this new collaboration between two iconic British brands
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This Small Bathroom Is Bringing Balearic Beauty to Bristol Through Sustainable Design — And Here's How
Eco-friendly in design, with luxury appeal, this bathroom looks like it was plucked straight out of a boutique spa hotel
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5 Countertop Colors That Are Going Out of Style, and What You Should Choose Instead — According to Kitchen Designers
Don't shoot the messenger, but the experts have told me all the countertop shades they never want to see again, and their answers might surprise you
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Can I Put a Hot Pan on My 'Heat-Resistant' Countertops? What to Know About the Different Materials, and the Biggest Mistake to Avoid
Can your countertop handle the heat? Our experts break down the best countertop materials for just that
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"I'm Not Sure I'd Choose Them Again" — Should I Get Sink Draining Grooves Cut Into My Countertop? The Pros and Cons, Explored
It's time to get groovy... or is it? The experts break down whether you really need these drainage lines on your kitchen counter and why
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How Much Space Should There Actually Be Between a Kitchen Countertop and Upper Cabinets? A Small Detail That Makes a Big Design Difference
I consulted the experts to get the lowdown on all things cabinets and countertops
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Forget Flat Veneer Cabinets — Sawn Timber Kitchens Are the 'Unpolished' Material Trend That Makes Your Space Feel More Soulful
For a kitchen full of character and individual charm, you can't beat sawn timber. Here's your guide to the material
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"Your Eye Doesn't Know Where to Land" — Yes, You Can Have Too Much Tile in Your Bathroom, Here's the Rule to Get the Balance Right
It's easy to overwhelm your bathroom in tiles if you don't get your design quite right. Our experts teach us how to get it perfect when planning
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What Color Kitchen Cabinets Actually Go Well With Wooden Countertops? Designers Share Their Perfect Pairings
Just because it's neutral doesn't mean it looks equally good with every color. These are the shades to use with your wooden cabinets
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I Thought the Tiled Countertop Trend Might Be a Flash in the Pan — But Designers Are Still Using This Finish in New and Exciting Ways Now
Playful, stylish, and chic, the new take on countertop tiling takes the idea to the next level. Here are the trends in surface tiling that are inspiring kitchen design today
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An Outdoor Heater the Size of a Table Lamp? This Compact Design Makes Your Garden Autumn-Proof, and Looks Good While Doing It
All the style and elegance of a table lamp, paired with all the power of a top-of-the-range heater, this one fabulous buy does it all
By Maya Glantz Published
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These 7 Sustainable Bathroom Trends Are the Way to Make Green Living Actually Look Chic
These clever innovations are leading the way towards a more sustainable bathroom, while also being bold and exciting design ideas, too
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John Lewis Just Opened Its Christmas Shop for 2025 — These Are the 4 Looks (and the Best Baubles) Everyone Will Be Buying This Year
From classic period drama vibes to kitschy camp decorations, here's what the iconic store's Christmas shop is stocked with for the festive season
By Maya Glantz Published
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I'd Sell My Right Arm for This Soho Home Firepit — It's the Coolest Way to Do Corten Steel in a Garden
I'd Sell My Right Arm for This Soho Home Firepit — It's the Coolest Way to Do Corten Steel in a Garden
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I Decided to Break This Golden Kitchen Design Rule... Now My Space Works So Much Better
This triangular kitchen proves that perhaps sometimes, rules are there to be broken
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This Laundry Room Might Be the Perfect Layout for a Busy Family Home — and It's All Down to This Hidden Feature
Pull-out drying racks keep this room stylish and functional, and I've just found a version for less than £100 you can retrofit into your space
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"It Was About Making No Space Feel Cut Off" — How the Design of This Mallorcan-Inspired London Home Keeps a Sense of Connection
This Fulham townhouse brings together Mediterranean-style influences and period features
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These 7 Everyday Problems With Kitchen Cabinets Drive People Crazy — Here's Which of Them You Can Fix Yourself
Sick of creaky drawers and slamming doors? Our experts are too. These are their best tips for remedying these common problems
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A Home in a WWII Bunker? This Renovated Shelter Is a Modern Design Wonder That Preserves Its Heritage, too
After a three-year renovation, this bunker, buried in the landscape of Cornwall, can now be rented as a homestay that is as luxurious as it is fascinating.
By Maya Glantz Published
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This 'Tree-Hugging' Outdoor Light Gives Your Expensive-Looking Accent Lighting for Your Garden (Despite Only Costing £11)
This super affordable addition has given my garden the boost it needed to shine well into the evening hours
By Maya Glantz Published
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Bon Appétit! These Bistro Kitchens Will Transport You Straight to Paris — No Eurostar Needed
Bring Parisian charm to your kitchen with the bistro style kitchen trend — I'm completely obsessed
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Dare I Say It, These Sophisticated, Neutral ‘Waste Sorting Bags’ Might Make You Not Want to Hide Your Recycling Away
Stylish and eco-friendly... these design-forward bin bags are ticking all of our boxes. Who knew recycling could look this good?
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Well, That's Something New — This Designer Put the Homeowner's 100+ Piece Ceramic Collection Across the Ceiling of Their Tiny Apartment's Kitchen
In this Brussels apartment, Eastern European influence is seamlessly interwoven throughout the Belgian setting, and one area stands out the most
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