
Olivia Wolfe
Olivia Wolfe is a Design Writer at Livingetc with a Masters Degree in Arts and Lifestyle Journalism at the University of the Arts London, London College of Communication. She has always loved every form of creative arts, be it writing, painting, fashion, or design.
Olivia obtained her Undergraduate degree (BA) in Journalism at the University of Colorado, Boulder with a Minor degree in Fine Art. Eager to hone her skills as a cultural journalist, she moved from the United States to London to be in a city engulfed in creativity. These opportunities landed her roles working on small multimedia publications, and writing for women lifestyle magazines.
Growing up, many of the women in Olivia's life valued the importance of a well-decorated home. She can remember her grandmother taking her antique shopping when she was just a little girl. So it is no surprise that this influence led her to a career working in the Interiors section of Livingetc.
Although Olivia's primary interests of course involve writing and interacting with the arts, she has also spent much of her life invested in environmental studies. Olivia grew up near the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, where she would spend her summers backpacking and hiking through the hardwood forests. During her undergraduate degree, she studied Environmental Studies and Environmental Justice Journalism and is still passionate about this today.
In her free time, Olivia delves into all things art and culture, including arranging and rearranging the decor and furniture around her house. She loves to stay on top of the latest activities the city has to offer, so she has perfectly curated her social media content to promote the latest West End play or find the most aesthetic and tasty new wine bar in East London. Though when having a night in, Olivia can be found working on her latest oil painting while a shuffle through her long list of very specific Spotify playlists.
Latest articles by Olivia Wolfe
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How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Room? Experts Reveal the Details, Decisions, and Design Elements to Consider
Though it's considered the quickest way to make over a space, is it the cheapest? Well, that depends...
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Jo Malone Just Launched This Interiors Collab so You Can Match Your Luxury Candles to Your Color Scheme
Learn how to layer the senses perfectly with curated paint, paper, and candle combinations from the experts
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From Planter to Ottoman, This DIYer Made a Luxe-Looking Coffee Table From IKEA's Outdoor Flower Box
From garden decor to chic hidden storage for your interior, this unlikely transformation yields an incredibly design-forward result
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What Is Eco Paint? Plus Where to Buy This Environmental Alternative
Ditch the guilty conscience and go green; eco paint is the environmental alternative, promising a happier and healthier base for your interiors
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What Is the Difference Between Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern? Here's What Characterizes Each of These Iconic Design Styles
The two design styles have become the backbone of contemporary interiors, which is why understanding the similarities and differences is important
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Ever Wondered What Pillow Your Favorite Hotel Uses? Well, We Asked 3 London Institutions
From pillowcase type to material and color, three luxury hotels reveal their pillow secrets, so you can indulge in an expensive sleep, even post-holiday
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We Already Know the Color That's Going to Have 2027 in a Chokehold — Now's Your Chance to Beat the Trend
This cobalt blue-reminiscent color is set to be the *it* shade of 2027, but we've asked designers how to best bring it into our interiors for right now
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These Four New Made-to-Order Sofas Look Super High-End — You'll Never Guess Where They're From
Inspired by trending design styles like Scandinavian minimalism and the 70s aesthetic, these sofas bring designer good looks to the high street
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Designers' Reveal the Biggest Pattern Trends for 2025, and It's Shaping Up to Be a Return to the Classics
From polka dots to leopard prints, these six patterns are the ones designers are decorating with in 2025
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Are These the 'Most Controversial' Pillowcases? 4 Styles That Divide the Crowd, and Whether Design Experts Would Actually Use Them
Zip closure pillows, envelope back, or lace embroidered — no pillow is safe in this round-up of the most hotly-debated pillowcase styles
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Too Much Tech Sometimes Scares Me, but These AI-Powered Coffee Machines Actually Sound Quite Cool
From facial recognition technology to simply data-storing your coffee order, could these high-tech coffee machines be the baristas of the future?
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"It Can Be a Blessing and a Curse" — Landscape Designers Say They'd Never Buy This Kind of Outdoor Furniture for an Overly Sunny South-Facing Garden
Black or white cushions? A wooden or metal side table? Whatever you're tossing up between, if you have a sun-soaked garden, here's what experts say to avoid
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This Reclining Outdoor Seat Has a Genius Built-In Sun Shade, and Surprisingly Sleek Safari-Style Aesthetic
Sun-safe and super stylish — this reclining outdoor chair is going straight in my shopping cart
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Looking for Furniture for Your Backyard With a Little Flair? An Outdoor Swing Chair May Be Just the Thing
Ample seating is a must for any outdoor space, but that doesn't mean it has to be boring
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Read This Before You Buy New Bed Linen! These Are the Big Bedding Trends for 2025 That'll Refresh Your Bedroom Instantly
Is your bedding feeling a little too 'last year'? These are the on-trend styles designers recommend replacing it with
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I Don't Make the Rules, but Every Luxe-Looking Bed Needs This Revolutionary Reversible Pillowcase
It's got all the benefits of silk, but the lived-in look of linen — finally there's a pillowcase out there for those who want wellness to look good, too
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Some People Think Formal Dining Rooms Are Dated in 2025, but We're Here to Tell You How (and Why) They're Making a Quiet Resurgence
For many, it calls to mind stuffy spaces used only for 'special' occasions, but contemporary designers are redefining formal dining rooms
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You Could Style Your Entire Outdoor Space in Just One Click With These Outdoor Dining Sets
Whether you're looking for an outdoor table with chairs to fit two, four, or more, you can always trust Livingetc to find the most stylish furniture
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We've Just Pinpointed the Next Pattern About to Take Over Interiors — Plus, How to Make It Look Cool, Not Childish
Polka dots have proliferated the fashion scene lately, which means it's high time we embraced the 1960s-style pattern in our homes — here's how to do it
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5 Things You Should Definitely Thrift For Your Living Room Styling
It can be overwhelming to know what to look for when thrifting homewares, so I asked experts for the best things to source for your living space
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Scientists Have 'Discovered' a Brand New Color — Meet the Most Unnatural (and Most Saturated) Color in the World
It doesn't exist in nature, and it's not visible with the naked eye, so what *actually* is Olo? And what does it mean for interior design? Let's discuss
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5 Simple Decor Swaps to Make to Your Garden This Weekend That Will Instantly Elevate the Space
Get rid of garden gnomes and worn-out string lights — designers say these easy outdoor decor switches will make all the difference
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Looking for Entryway Furniture for Small Spaces? Easy — There's Only One Thing You Need
Don't clutter your space any further with unnecessary furniture. A console table can capture form and function, while saving spaces and adding style
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This Is When It's a Mistake to Use Color Theory to Decorate Your Home — "It Can Quickly Become a Distraction"
While it's a good idea to take inspiration from, is navigating the complex rules of theory around color more trouble than it's worth?
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