
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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Wait, There's a Bedding Color You Should Choose to Match Your Birth Month? Here's Where to Find It and Hyper-Personalize Your Bedroom
Whether you are born in summer or relate more to the moodiness of winter, these are the bedding colors that align best with your birth month
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Ways to Bring Privacy to Street-Facing Windows (Without Blocking Out too Much Spring Light)
From Venetian blinds to cafe curtains, here are all the ways to double up on form and function this season
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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ICYMI: An Edit of the Top 10 Homeware- and Interior-Related Things You Need to Know About From February
There is a lot of personality, playfulness, and spring colors to look forward to as February comes to a close
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This Forgotten Surface Is Now My Absolute Favorite Place to Paint a Bright, Unsuspecting Color — And Designers Agree
A pop of color or coat of paint in a closet interior takes it from basic to beautiful
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Okay, It's Official, This New Damson Madder Range Is My Favorite Anthropologie Collab of All Time — It's Just So Whimsical
Go ahead and plan the brunch, this collection deserves to enjoyed with friends around the breakfast table
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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After Months of Testing Expensive Espresso Machines, I Found Myself Hooked on This Plastic, Portable, £40 AeroPress Coffee Maker — Here's Why
It's hard to argue with 65,00 five-star reviews and a sub-£40 price tag
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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"There's a Collective Fatigue With Overstimulation" — How 'Listening Rooms' Became a Sign of 2026's Biggest Trends, and How to Design Yourself a Good One
In a world of relentless pace, these 'analog' spaces offer a chance to slow down and hang out
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 3 Bedding Colors You'll Really Want to Avoid If You Want a Better Night's Sleep, According to a 'Sensory Color' Expert
We all react to color in different ways, but choosing shades that prioritize rest is essential for a serene sleeping space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This Clever Coffee Table Secretly Conceals Two Stools — It's My Biggest and Best Small Space Secret
All the extra seating you need is hiding in plain sight in this design by Castlery
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Don't Throw Out Your Leftover Wallpaper Scraps — Here's How to Use It to Set Your Next Dinner Party Table, Instead
And at the end of the night, you can just throw it away — no washing required
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Not Ready to Buck the Trend Just Yet — I've Wrangled 24 Pieces That Prove Western Decor Is Still the Hottest Way to Style Your Home in 2026
Cow prints, horse motifs, and Lone Star-inspired ornaments. There's all that and more
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What? This Bedding Expert Says They'd Never Use a Fitted Sheet for a Bed — And That Yours Will Look So Much More "Polished" Without One
No more fumbling with fussy sheets. Luxe bedding brand Frette has a secret to making your bed more hotel-worthy
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Choose the Best Espresso Maker — A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding What Machine Is Right for You, and the Best Models We've Reviewed in 2026
Because a lot goes into crafting a quality shot of espresso, and we're here to help
By Olivia Wolfe Last updated
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Anthropologie Just Launched a Collab With Ruggable That Has All the Charm of Its Usual Rug Designs, Just Made Machine-Washable
"Effortlessly layered, warmly lived-in, and authentically their own" — Now, it's time to plan where they are all going to go in my apartment
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Spent a Long Time Overlooking Pod Machines, but After Testing Nespresso's Vertuo Next, I Was Impressed — It's Easy-to-Use, Affordable, and, as an Ex-Barista
If you have a busy morning schedule but still want to enjoy a good, hot drink at home, here's why I recommend the Nespresso Vertuo Next pod machine
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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2026 Is the Year for Gothic Romance Lovers — Here Are 5 Ways to Make Your Interior Scheme Brontë-Approved
Suddenly I'm planning all the ways to bring lace, chainmail, and tented drapery into my apartment
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What's the Difference Between a Manual and an Electric Coffee Grinder? Here's What to Use Depending on Your Coffee-Making Preferences
Freshly ground beans are the key to better coffee, but there are a few different grinders to consider
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The 6 Most Common Milk Frothing Mistakes That Might Be the Cause of Your Lackluster Coffees, According to an Ex-Barista
Steaming milk for a latte is harder than it looks, but there are a few tips to help awake your inner barista
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Sorry, Color Drenching — These High Contrast Rooms Are Making a Serious Case for a Punchy New Way to Paint in 2026
Drenching has been the go-to for years, but it looks like it might be done for
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Wait, Did Bed Valances Just Become Cool Again? Why This 'Dated' Bedding Detail is Definitely Back in 2026
A little extra fabric at the bottom of your bed may be the only thing you need to bring your bedding dreams to life
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How Do You Wallpaper a Room With Awkward Walls? Designers Reveal the Tricks That Help Create "Standout Features"
It may be hard, but it's not impossible — especially with a few insider tips and tricks
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Sorry 'Big Light', but These Alternatives to Overhead Lighting Are the Strategies the Best Designers All Use for Cozy, Well-Illuminated Spaces
A little mood lighting and ambiance are all a room needs to feel more luxurious
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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A Near-Black Like 'Obsidian Heart' Isn't Easy to Use, but That's What Makes the Payoff So Good — Here's How
It's not just any black; it's a deep, sultry shade with a natural and warm history
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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4 Dated Living Room Layouts That Simply Don't Work Anymore in 2026, According to Designers
Our living rooms are a place of conversation, rest, and movement, and a modern layout should help to promote this
By Olivia Wolfe Published
