Articles by Oonagh Turner, Former Livingetc Content Editor and Design Expert

Former content editor at Livingetc.com, Oonagh is an expert at spotting the interior trends that are making waves in the design world. She has written a mix of everything from home tours to news, long-form features to design idea pieces, as well as having frequently been featured in the monthly print magazine. She is the go-to for design advice in the home. Previously, she worked on a London property title, producing long-read interiors features, style pages and conducting interviews with a range of famous faces from the UK interiors scene, from Kit Kemp to Robert Kime. In doing so, she has developed a keen interest in London's historical architecture and the city's distinct tastemakers paving the way in the world of interiors.

Latest articles by Oonagh Turner

5 entryway Feng Shui mistakes experts always notice as soon as they step foot into a home

Entryway Feng Shui errors you might not realize you're making, and how to fix them in minutes

How do I make my dining room feel cozier? 8 design tricks for comfortable, joyful eating spaces

Looking to cozy up your interiors this fall? These expert ideas will transform your dining room

By Oonagh Turner Published 14 September 23
8 things backyard designers always think about that make outdoor spaces feel cozy and inviting

Create a cozy backyard with these 8 ideas from landscaping experts

By Oonagh Turner Published 13 September 23
12 ideas to cozy up your patio that will mean you can keep using it well into fall

Create a cocooning outdoor space to unwind in this fall with these brilliant purchases

By Oonagh Turner Published 10 September 23
5 entryway Feng Shui rules that will make you re-consider how you layout your home's entrance

This is how to use the principles of Feng Shui to create a good energy for your home as soon as your walk in the front door

By Oonagh Turner Published 10 September 23
8 things living rooms in Californian homes always have that will give your space the same laidback feel

Want to recreate the California aesthetic in your living room? Channel your inner Gwyneth Paltrow with these tips

By Oonagh Turner Published 9 September 23
How can I make my bedroom lighting feel cozier? 8 tricks designers use that make for dreamy sleep spaces

Turn your bedroom into a cocooning paradise with these super cozy lighting ideas

By Oonagh Turner Published 7 September 23

'It swirls like a ballerina en pointe' - a dramatic staircase is just the start of this modern home's elegance

A modern spiral staircase brings a contemporary focal point to a pastoral estate that embraces its heritage

By Oonagh Turner Published 3 September 23
What even is a dado rail? How to use this often overlooked wall decor to elevate any home

Dado rails so often get disregarded over other types of molding, but we think they hold the power to elevating your interiors

By Oonagh Turner Published 2 September 23
Is frosted glass outdated? Here's what designers are doing instead to create easy privacy for windows

Frosted windows are nothing new, but are they going out of fashion as an idea? We speak to the experts to settle the score

By Oonagh Turner Published 31 August 23
3 tricks interior designers rely on when replacing light switches to make them look more elevated

Establishing light switches that blend form as well as function is the key to a considered scheme, here's our favorite styles and how to update them yourself

By Oonagh Turner Published 30 August 23
Are curtains good for minimalist homes? The rules minimalist interior designers live by when dressing windows

Are curtains the best window treatment for minimalist designs? We speak to the experts to find out

By Oonagh Turner Published 29 August 23
5 finishing touches that will elevate your curtains and make them look a hundred times better

When styling your curtains, it's not just about the fabric, and the curtain hardware and accessories can seriously up your drapery game

By Oonagh Turner Published 28 August 23

4 paint colors to make your bedroom feel cooler the paint experts swear by (and three to avoid)

The colors that will make your bedroom feel cooler during the warmer months, picked by the paint experts

By Oonagh Turner Published 26 August 23
From colder colors to the right layout, this is how designers create decor that feels "naturally cooling"

What colors, textures and materials attract the least amount of heat? The experts share heatproof decorating tips for the home

By Oonagh Turner Published 25 August 23
5 tricks designers use to create cozy seating areas in even the smallest of kitchens

Tiny kitchens can make room for small seating nooks too! It's just about getting smart with your design

By Oonagh Turner Published 23 August 23
5 ways to landscape a front yard with rocks that add easy impact and calming organic style

Landscaping your front yard with rocks can bring a whole new look to your outdoor space – here are 5 ways to try out these easy and impactful design features

By Oonagh Turner Published 21 August 23
This tiled outdoor "kitchen island" was designed to blend in, but it's the stand-out of this Californian backyard

With materials that echo it's natural surroundings, these designers created a centerpiece for this Los Angeles' homes outdoor space

By Oonagh Turner Published 19 August 23
Crown Molding Ideas — 8 Ways to Make This Traditional Flourish Feel Modern

These expert crown molding ideas explore everything from how to match our home's history to interesting, new ways to use these decorative designs

By Oonagh Turner Last updated 19 August 23

5 inexpensive ideas for backsplashes that look just as good as the most costly ones

Marble backsplashes might be nice, but these backsplash ideas are way cheaper and can look just as good

By Oonagh Turner Published 19 August 23
5 unexpected spots interior designers will put lighting that will make any room feel more expensive

There are some places in the home where lighting is the obvious answer, but have you considered these five less conventional spots?

By Oonagh Turner Published 18 August 23
5 clever tricks to make your home's open storage look 100 times better, suggested by interior designers

Get the open storage look right and the result is elegant and considered. Here are five tricks for just this from the designers

By Oonagh Turner Published 16 August 23
5 of the best flowering bushes for privacy that will block out nosy neighbors and also break out in beautiful blooms

What are the best flowering bushes for privacy? Here are 5 that gardeners all love

By Oonagh Turner Published 15 August 23
'Try something different!' 5 ways interior designers are making their beds that instantly make a bedroom look elevated

Looking for a fresh way to style your bed? These five ways will create the ultimate pampering space

By Oonagh Turner Published 14 August 23
10 small home improvements that will make any room feel infinitely more luxurious

Try these small projects to turn any room in the home into a luxurious space

By Oonagh Turner Published 14 August 23

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Latest articles by Oonagh Turner

5 entryway Feng Shui mistakes experts always notice as soon as they step foot into a home

How do I make my dining room feel cozier? 8 design tricks for comfortable, joyful eating spaces

8 things backyard designers always think about that make outdoor spaces feel cozy and inviting

12 ideas to cozy up your patio that will mean you can keep using it well into fall

5 entryway Feng Shui rules that will make you re-consider how you layout your home's entrance

8 things living rooms in Californian homes always have that will give your space the same laidback feel

How can I make my bedroom lighting feel cozier? 8 tricks designers use that make for dreamy sleep spaces

'It swirls like a ballerina en pointe' - a dramatic staircase is just the start of this modern home's elegance

What even is a dado rail? How to use this often overlooked wall decor to elevate any home

Is frosted glass outdated? Here's what designers are doing instead to create easy privacy for windows

3 tricks interior designers rely on when replacing light switches to make them look more elevated

Are curtains good for minimalist homes? The rules minimalist interior designers live by when dressing windows

5 finishing touches that will elevate your curtains and make them look a hundred times better

4 paint colors to make your bedroom feel cooler the paint experts swear by (and three to avoid)

From colder colors to the right layout, this is how designers create decor that feels "naturally cooling"

5 tricks designers use to create cozy seating areas in even the smallest of kitchens

5 ways to landscape a front yard with rocks that add easy impact and calming organic style

This tiled outdoor "kitchen island" was designed to blend in, but it's the stand-out of this Californian backyard

Crown Molding Ideas — 8 Ways to Make This Traditional Flourish Feel Modern

5 inexpensive ideas for backsplashes that look just as good as the most costly ones

5 unexpected spots interior designers will put lighting that will make any room feel more expensive

5 clever tricks to make your home's open storage look 100 times better, suggested by interior designers

5 of the best flowering bushes for privacy that will block out nosy neighbors and also break out in beautiful blooms

'Try something different!' 5 ways interior designers are making their beds that instantly make a bedroom look elevated

10 small home improvements that will make any room feel infinitely more luxurious