Articles by Amanda Pollard

Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve begun to look at our homes differently. They’ve become a place to linger for longer, rather than just at the start and end of the day, and we’ve come to see them as a restorative space. As a result, many of us wa…

If the furniture in your living room or family room is looking a little tired and dirty, check out this guide on how to spruce up the upholstery.

The owners of this Victorian terraced home in London wanted to maintain access from their living room to their backyard through the kitchen, located in the rear of the house. So interior designer Chantel Elshout suggested some clever tricks to make th…

There was an optimistic feeling this month at London’s Decorex 2021 fair, which showcased new design products. Houzz attended the Oct 10-13 show to see the latest products from a range of designers and find out what ideas are inspiring their work.

After a reduced show last year, it was great to welcome back a lively London Design Festival in September. We went along to discover what themes have been preoccupying designers over the past year and the products, colors and textures those themes hav…

In a compact yard, creating a stylish space that’s inviting and functional requires clever design solutions. Take a look at the following six inspiring designs and see how to make the most of your little outdoor space.

Strong, durable and often less expensive than solid wood, engineered wood flooring has been a staple in our homes for quite a while. To help you keep yours in tip-top condition, three experts share their advice on installation, protection, cleaning an…

Trends took a back seat at the annual Decorex interior design event this year, as design experts engaged in a range of discussions focused on how they can create interiors that are good for the environment as well as those who spend time in them. The …

Whether you’re designing a new bathroom or updating an existing space, it’s important to think carefully about where you’re going to keep everything. Before you choose cabinets, drawers or shelves, take time out to consider these key questions to ensu…

When interior designer Beth Dadswell and her husband first saw the Victorian-era dairy that would eventually become their London home, it was damp, dangerous and inhabited by foxes. Despite the collapsed roof and broken glass, however, the couple coul…