
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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The Designer of This Victorian Home Wanted Its Entertaining Space to Feel Like a 'Private Dining Room' in a Restaurant — Here's How It Turned Out
From the color palette to the mix of textures, this space brings retro design to the modern age
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Okay, I Just Found 5 Alternatives to IKEA's Best-Selling LYCKSELE LÖVÅS Sofa Bed That Score Way More on Style
Just because it's not your main guest bed doesn't mean your sleeper sofa should lack in form
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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ICYMI, There Was Lots of Lovely Homeware Releases in November — Here Are the Top 10 I Really Don't Want You to Miss Out on
From designer collaborations to luxury glassware drops, these are the must-haves and musings that this month had to offer
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Gave Breville's Barista Sense Espresso Machine Such a High Score in Its Review, Because It Makes Great Coffee With Possibly the Most Consistently Perfect Steamed Milk
I love a cup of coffee that tastes good and is easy to make, so naturally I had to find out if this machine could hold its own
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The Idea of Jersey Bedding Made Me Hesitant Initially, but Then I Tried Cozy Earth's Bamboo Jersey Sheets — And, Wow, I'm a Convert
They're soft, bouncy, and have just enough weight to give your bed that elevated, cozy feel — here's how I rate Cozy Earth's Bamboo Jersey bedding
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Gave KitchenAid's Semi-Automatic Coffee Machine a Nearly Perfect Score in Its Test — And It's Even Converted My Instant Coffee-Loving Boyfriend to Better Espresso
A good coffee is only as good as your espresso machine. Does this one have the features to make it worth the counterspace? Our coffee writer, and former barista, gives her verdict
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Can't Believe I'm Saying This, but Is Color-Blocking About to Get Really Big in Interior Design Again?
"It’s no longer about gimmick or shock, and instead makes a smooth, layered statement"
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I Asked Designers What Colors They're Painting Dining Rooms Right Now, and Coincidentally, They All Said the Same One
Stuck staring at paint swatches? These designers all agreed that this specific color sets the tone brilliantly for dining rooms right now
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Stranger Things on the Brain? Here Are the 80s Interior Trends That Designers Say It's Time to Bring Back in 2026
Incorporating glass blocks and modernized floral prints in your interiors? Stranger things have happened...
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3 of the Big Dining Table Trends for 2026 — The Styles (That Are About to Be Everywhere) to Know Before You Buy a New One
Because what's a dinner party without a fabulous and functional table to gather around
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This 'Suspended' Mirror Trend Might Just Answer Your Bathroom's Biggest Layout Problems, and Look Good While Doing It
No more suffering from awkward layouts, this surprising design choice leads to a more dynamic and layered space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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When You're in the Home of an Experienced Host, There Will Be Signs: Like One of These Design-Forward Bar Carts
From classic to modern to luxury, these are the best bar carts to elevate your entertaining space just in time for hosting season
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Here's How to Make Your Christmas Tree One of 2026's Hottest Houseplant Trends
There's more to moss than meets the eye right now, and it's proving to be the perfect design detail for the festive season, too
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Think This 1930s Trend Is One of the Biggest Influences on Contemporary Design Behind the Scenes — Meet 'Streamline Moderne'
From chrome curves to porthole windows, every detail has a "clean, almost nautical quality to it"
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Spoke With London's Most In-Demand Christmas Wreath Designer — These Are His Styling Secrets for Your Front Door
With a storefront in Harrods and a client list full of stars, there's nothing Neill Strain doesn't know about 'Floral Couture'
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Ruggable Just Dropped the Coolest Collaboration with It-Girl Fashion Brand, RIXO, and It's Bringing the Quiet Maximalist Out of Me
The patterns are bold, but surprisingly versatile — and of course, drenched in the fashion brand's signature style
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Don't Have Space for a Dedicated Coffee Nook? Don't Worry — Here's How a 'Coffee Drawer' Can Look Just as Custom, and Clears Away Clutter Completely
Just because you're running low on counterspace doesn't mean you can't have a dreamy caffeination station
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This Trend Forecaster Says Every Home Needs "Chromatic Tension" — But, What Actually Is That?
Bold and eye-catching color doesn't always create the right amount of tension; mastering this technique requires a touch of dissonance
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Okay, That Makes It Easy — These 3 'Bauble Ratio' Rules Give You a Guide to Follow on How Many Ornaments Your Christmas Tree Should Have
Whether it's the number of baubles or the ratio of ornaments to lights, these tips and tricks will streamline your decorating process
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 5 Biggest Dining Room Trends for 2026 Suggest We're Starting to Embrace "Smaller Moments Within Larger Spaces" — Here's How to Do It
These are the designer-approved palettes, layouts, and lighting schemes that will lead to a design-forward yet timeless space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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One Year Later, I'm Already Having to Replace the Peel-and-Stick Tiles on My Kitchen Floor — Here's 5 Things I Wish I Knew First
It's not the hardest of DIYs, but to make your tiles have lasting power, you may want to heed this advice
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Our Shade-Shifting November Color Crush, Ultra Azure, Manages to Both Energize and Calm, Depending on How You Use It
It's bold, exciting, and pulsing with life. Here's how to bring this bold shade of blue into your interior
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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We Already Know the Magic of Pre-Lit Trees, but Pre-Lit Christmas Wreaths Will Be the Biggest Game-Changer This Season
Decking the halls with twinkling lights and chic faux foliage just got that much easier
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There's Hanging Art, and Then There's Hanging Art Like an Interior Designer — Here's How to Do the Latter
From planning to positioning each piece carefully, curating the art in your home isn't always as simple as hanging it on the wall
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