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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5 things we've learned about styling and outdoor space from this gorgeous Spanish Revival estate in Pasadena
A masterclass in outdoor styling, this Pasadena estate blends traditional and contemporary elements
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Designer NAT MAKS brings the art of Suminagashi to wallpaper design
Explore the exquisite designs that blend the ancient Japanese art of paper marbling with contemporary home decor
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This pool house in the Catskills hides a unique twist – take a look inside
A pool house design like no other, a combination of modern rustic a luxury – this is contemporary architecture at its best
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Interior designers share their secrets to curating one of the biggest trends of the year - biophilic colors
Decorating with biophilic color is one of this year's hottest interior design trends; use these expert tips to incorporate it into your home
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5 things we learned about decorating a small space from Amalia Graziani's Manhattan house project
Real estate expert and interior designer Amalia Graziani transformed an unassuming Manhattan apartment into a chic contemporary home. Here are the most valuable style lessons from her decorating choices
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This Zen-inspired Swiss chalet was voted one of the top 10 chalets in the world
Explore this stunning Swiss chalet with Zen influences, which is about to go to auction
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5 interior tips to steal from this contemporary Beverly Hills home
This Beverly Hills home is enormous – but its design savvy is applicable to homes of all sizes
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David Adjaye's Lost House has sold for almost £6.5 million – take a look inside this unique ultra-modern home
David Adjaye's Lost House is a home unlike any other in the world, blending visionary design with luxury living
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Before and after: a downtown Toronto kitchen gets a sleek contemporary makeover
See how this downtown Toronto kitchen is transformed from dark and dingy to chic and colorful
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Landscape experts share the secrets to creating an urban Zen garden - the perfect antidote to city life
Experts share the key features you need to focus on to reap benefits of an urban Zen garden
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Step inside rug designer Erik Lindstrom amazing LA home
Erik Lindstrom's house is an eco-friendly haven just moments from Venice beach
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The Japandi style trend is the perfect marriage of East and West – here's how to use it in your home
The Japandi style is the new minimalism with a big heart – use these top expert tips to incorporate it into your interior decorating scheme
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Interior designers give their top tips for introducing the biophilic design movement into your home
Biophilic design is transforming the way we live and work; here's how to use it in your home to find balance and reconnect with nature
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Explore this landmark NYC penthouse located at the top of historic Steinway Hall
As far as NYC penthouses go, this one has all the bells and whistles – including a swimming pool
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Arches are making a big comeback this year – interior designers advise how to make the most of them
Bring out the character of indoor arches in your house with these expert design tips – they're the most sought-after architectural feature this year
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This former Victorian laundry has been converted into a beautiful contemporary home
The perfect blend of working and living space, this spacious and contemporary house for a painter boasts a thoughtful architect-led design
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See the Amalfi Coast come to Miami Beach in this stunning house renovation
this Miami abode underwent an extensive 2-year renovation from the owners of the world famous Le Sirenuse in the Amalfi coast.
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IKEA has announced it will start selling spare parts for all their best-selling furniture
The furniture giant plans to sell spare furniture parts and other sustainable initiatives with the aim to create a circular business model
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Interior designers show how to make a statement with storage this season
The days of discreet, merely functional storage are over. Our favourite designers give their top Instagram tips on using your storage as a home decor
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The retro sofa makes a comeback – here's how to style it in your living room
The new season's most desirable sofas look back to the 1960s; here's how to incorporate them into your living room design, according to interior stylists
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This is what the velvet trend looks like in 2021
Out of the old (you heard that, green velvet armchair), in with the new – here's how to work with velvet this year
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What to avoid when styling a small room - Interior designers share their small space design secrets
Small space decor needn't be a challenge – with this styling wisdom from interior stylsits
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Before & after: This Hamptons house has had a complete contemporary transformation
See how this house turns from dark and tired to light, bright, and inspiring
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Green paint is the decor update of the moment - specialists share their tips for adding it to your home
Green is back, and it's more beautiful than ever. Experts reveal the green paint shades that will dominate interior design this spring, and how they should be used
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