Anna K. Cottrell
Anna is a professional writer with many years' experience. She has special interests in architecture, photography, and high-end interior design. Her work has appeared in Homes & Gardens, Gardeningetc, and many other publications.
Latest articles by Anna K. Cottrell
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Take a look at the most Instagrammable restaurants in the world, according to Tripadvisor
The Tripadvisor travellers choice awards reveal the restaurants with the most picturesque settings
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Real estate expert shares his creative curb appeal tactic for selling a house quickly
Selling a house quickly is often about tactics, and in this case, it is all about thinking outside the box
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Interior designers reveal how to make the glossy lacquered walls trend work
The most opulent wall trend to date has arrived – designers give their top tips for making it work in a contemporary home
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The style lessons we'll take from this Mid-century Georgia home complete with a Slim Aarons-inspired pool
A masterclass in Mid-century glamour, this fabulous home has been restored to its former glory
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Experts reveal the three must-haves to achieve the coveted spa bathroom look
The three elements of bathroom design you cannot ignore if you want to transform the room into a spa-like retreat
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This spectacular outdoor space in Austin showcases the broken plan gardens trend
A dramatically redesigned garden in Austin, Texas shows how zoned gardens should be done
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The lessons in monochrome interiors we'll take from this contemporary London home
This London home proves that sometimes, black and white is just enough
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The IKEA hacks that add value to a home – the small changes that will make a big difference when selling your home
These are the top IKEA hacks that impress buyers, according to interior designers and real estate experts
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The top lessons in rooftop living we'd take from this gorgeous penthouse in a London warehouse conversion
From dramatic double-height spaces to minimalist stylist, this warehouse conversion in London is a masterclass in penthouse styling
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Real estate experts reveal the surprising color that will add value to a small bathroom
Forget about white – it's all about adding color to a small bathroom if you want to add value to your home
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See how green paint and marble splash-backs transformed a drab small kitchen
This small green kitchen is unrecognisable from the dated and poky space it once was – see the before and after project
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The period conversion style lessons we'll take from this spectacular former chapel in Lincolnshire
A former Methodist chapel has been transformed into a unique artist's home – a perfect marriage of original and modern features
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Do indoor arches add value to a home? Real estate experts give their views
Interior arches are gorgeous and popular – but will they increase your home value when selling?
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The 3 lessons in using curves to take from this chic Islington home
Explore the wonderful juxtapositions between architectural angles and curved shapes in this unique London home
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Colour layering is the new paint trend everyone is talking about – paint experts give top tips for using it
The paint colour layering trend allows you to achieve an infinite variety of bespoke styles – here's where to get started
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This apartment next to London's Hyde Park showcases the best aspects of biophilic design
The natural and bright London home is a fine example of decorating with nature in mind
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Interior designers share the design mistakes that date your home and how to avoid them
Want your home decor to look contemporary and fresh? Avoid these instantly dating faux pas
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Not just for kitchens – design expert reveals why Shaker bedrooms are the next bit thing
Shaker bedrooms are one of this summer's hottest bedroom design trends; here's how to incorporate this classic style into a contemporary bedroom
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Outdoor daybeds are set to be trending this summer – here's how to style one in your garden
Use these tips for incorporating this season's hottest outdoor furniture trend into your garden – even if it's on the smaller side
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Interior designers give their top tips for rocking the abstract art trend this season
Abstract art is everywhere right now, from bold geometric shapes to Picasso-inspired line drawings
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5 interior tips to borrow from this chateau-style Malibu home that has perfected open-plan living
This stunning home in one of California's most exclusive locations combines Provençal elegance with a modern layout
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5 lessons we learnt about creating the perfect outdoor room from this magical villa in Los Cabos
This house in Mexico's gorgeous Los Cabos boasts multiple outdoor living spaces that we wish we could spend the whole summer in
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6 design tips to steal from the world's most beautiful gardens – even if you live in a city
These gardens are among the most spectacular in the world, but they're also surprisingly relevant to the urban gardener looking to make a change
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This contemporary Texas home has award-winning architectural provenance
Explore this modern Texas house with daring design
By Anna Cottrell Published