
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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I Asked Lighting Experts: 'Does Turning on Your Home's Lighting Actually Make You Feel Warmer?' — It Comes Down to Reducing "Visual Cues"
As the weather drops, we're searching for ways to find warmth in our homes — can lighting help? Experts explain its effects
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5 Outdated Types of Kitchen Storage Experts Are Urging You to Avoid in Your 2026 Renovation Projects — "They're Increasingly Impractical"
Kitchen experts share the outdated ideas to leave behind this year, and what to choose instead
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7 Ways to Make a Cold Room Feel Warmer (Without Touching the Heating) for a Cozy Space Without Compromising Style
Our experts have plenty of tips on how to stay warm that don't include turning up your heating, so you can stay cozy through the frosty weather without piling up the pennies
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7 Traditional Kitchen Features That Are Making a Comeback in 2026 — Experts Are Saying 'the Older, the Better'
These are all the traditional features you can expect to see in all the coolest kitchens this year
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Rocco Ritchie’s Artist Studio Includes This Rare ‘Spaghetti’ Chair — Proving That He Doesn't Just Have His Parents' Creative Talent, but Their Eye for Iconic Design, too
Not just another nepo baby. This iconic furniture piece is an 'underground hero'
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This Kitchen's 'Tetris' Backsplash Has Become My New Favorite Tiling Idea for Quiet Pattern
A warm, earthy color palette, geometric forms, and a puzzle-like tiled backsplash bring a surprising touch to this cozy kitchen design
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How Many Sockets Does a Kitchen Need? Plus, Where, and How High Above Your Countertops It Needs to Be
Consider this your ultimate guide to all things kitchen sockets, straight from the experts, to your home
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Wait, What Exactly Is a Conservatory-Style Shower? And Why This Trend Could Become the Next Spa Bathroom Staple
Taking inspiration from the Victorian-era home extension style, these showers have plenty of vintage-inspired charm
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This Wooden-Clad Kitchen in Yorkshire Feels Like an Alpine Chalet — It's a Masterclass in 'Cozy' Interiors
With floor-to-ceiling reclaimed oak cladding and plenty of cozy touches, this is exactly where I'd want to spend a winter's day
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I Spent All Day Looking in the Post-Christmas Sofa Sales — These Are the Only 24 Deals You Need to See If You're Over Trying to Relax on a Rubbish Couch
What better way to step into the new year than with a brand new, discounted sofa? These are all the best deals we've spotted so far
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I've Been Writing About Trends for Kitchen Colors All Year, and My Big Prediction Is That 'Icy Blues' Are Going to Replace Sage Green for Cabinetry in 2026
Pinterest's 2026 trend predictions point towards a rise in cool blue tones, and our favorite kitchen designers seem to agree
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If There's One Design Detail I Want to Steal for My Home in 2026, It's Going to Be the Incredible Paneling From This Colorful Patisserie in Taiwan That's Going Viral on Instagram
In the Da'an District of Taipei, this extravagantly decorated space feels less like a cafe and more like a 'sensory theater'
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Okay, This Is Definitely Going to Be the Big Trend in Kitchen Backsplashes for 2026 — These Super-Personal, Custom Delft Tiles Are the Coolest Way to Bring Personality to Your Space
This new take on the traditional Dutch tile style has quickly become my favorite way to bring some more personality into your kitchen
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7 Kitchen Cabinet Colors Designers Predict Will Dominate Homes in 2026 and How They Will Elevate Your Upcoming Reno Projects
It's time to say goodbye to your sage green kitchen. These are all the cabinet colors experts are expecting to see in the year ahead, and why they're making a statement
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This Kitchen Makeover Is My Big 2026 Project Inspiration for Making Traditional Style Feel New, and "Where Luxury Never Feels Intimidating"
Designer Aisling Wilson seamlessly blends original architectural features with cutting-edge design in this Victorian, Dublin home
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These Are The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make During Their Bathroom Renovation — According to Experts
These slip-ups are the difference between a bathroom you look forward to walking into every day, and one you'll be desperate to rip out in two months
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How Can I Save Money on a New Kitchen? 5 Tips That Experts Know Will Help to Keep Costs Down
Want a new kitchen without having to take out a second mortgage? Our experts have all the tips for how to keep costs down during your kitchen renovation
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I Can’t Stop Thinking About These Tea Drawers for My Kitchen — Here’s What to Buy to Create One Without the Custom Cabinetry
Tea-lovers, unite — I've found the kitchen feature of dreams, and how to recreate it at home
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Obsessed — This Dutch Brand's 'Blurry' Tiles Are Trending in Interiors, and I'm Totally Inspired by All These Clever Ways to Design With Them
Full of texture, movement, and life, these made-to-order tiles are unlike anything we've seen before — these designs will make your home stand out
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Wait, I've Not Heard of 'Pattern Splicing' Before — Experts Talk Through The Tiling Trend Taking Over the Most Stylish Homes Right Now
This interesting tile trend is the best way to bring some personality to your kitchen or bathroom
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5 Appliance Position Mistakes That No Good Kitchen Designer Would Ever Make, Unless They Had a Very Good Reason
The experts share all the most common appliance mistakes that are holding your kitchen back from being functional and stylish
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'Magic Corners' Are the Answer to Your Kitchen Cabinets' Blind Spots That Are Totally Underutilized
Bye-bye, blind spots! This genius buy will save you from losing any more of your kitchen items to the dreaded corner cabinet
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5 Storage Mistakes You're Probably Making in Your Guest Bedroom That Are Actually Off-Putting to Friends and Family
No one wants to stay in a cluttered room, so here's how to get on top of your guest room storage ASAP
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'Ogee' Backsplashes Are the Trending Trad-Meets-Modern Style That Stops Your Kitchen Feeling Too Boxy
If you love a soft, romantic kitchen design, this might just be your new favorite design feature
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