
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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I Really Think That Flat Weave Rugs Feel Basic — This Alternative Style Brings So Much More Design Impact to Your Living Room
Short-pile shag rugs have all the 70s glam without the matting and impracticalities
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4 Things You Shouldn't Buy From Amazon, According to Our Editors — And the 4 Things They Do Shop There for
Amazon is the ultimate one-stop shop, but is it the place to shop for all your interior needs? Probably not. Here's what to shop and what to swap
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Does Size Really Matter When It Comes to Coffee Machines? I Tested the Small, Sleek, and Stylish De'Longhi Dedica Duo Espresso Machine to Find Out
You don't have to have a big machine to make a good at-home coffee, but sometimes compact can mean compromising quality — so, how does this model stack up?
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How to Find the Best Espresso Maker for Your Kitchen — The Top Quality, Most Stylish Machines Reviewed by Former Baristas
The best espresso machines on the market range from flashy and fast to portable and compact. These nine are all tested and barista-approved for their style credentials
By Olivia Wolfe Last updated
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It's Fabulously High-Tech — After Testing the De'Longhi La Specialista Touch, Here Are My Thoughts
From bean-to-cup grinding technology to personalized preferences, this machine seemingly has it all. But, before you spend the money, is it worth the investment?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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My Friend Keeps Asking Me (an Ex-Barista) for a Coffee Pod Machine That Will Actually Look Good on Their Worktop — I Sent Them These 7 Options
Finding an appliance that adds to your counter rather than distracts isn't an easy task, but I've just made it much easier with this edit
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Looking For Pet-Friendly Living Room Rugs That Still Look Pretty? We've Got You
Is your furry friend holding you back from the rug of your dreams? Experts say they don't have to — here's what to look for
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4 Problems With Color-Matching Paint That Not Enough People Talk About — "Complex Pigments Are Nearly Impossible To Replicate"
Getting the perfect paint color is integral to perfecting your interior design, but experts say color-matching could be hindering you rather than helping
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What Actually Is Super Matte Paint? This Trending Finish Is What All the Brands Are Launching — Here's What It Means
"It’s not just a paint, it’s an interior design tool in itself" — here's why you should ditch a standard matte for something more intense
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Finally, a Fan That Looks So Good You Won't Want to Hide It Away When It's Hot
Going bladeless might be the answer to having a fan that both cools you down and looks stylish in your room — and I just found the perfect style
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Flat vs Fitted Sheets — Do You *Actually* Need Both?
One is essential to making the bed; the other tends to hotly divide people — where do you stand on the debate?
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Have You Ever Thought How Your Choice of Cup Could Be Changing the Way Your Coffee Tastes? Hint: It's Massively
Color, material, shape, or size — all of these factors matter when it comes to the quality of your morning brew. Here's what the experts have to say
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Design Lessons We Can Learn From Lloyd Wright's Iconic 'Newman Residence'
From exposed brick to chrome details in unexpected places, you bet I'm taking notes from this Hollywood design icon
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I'm Calling It — This £3 Styling Trick Is the Biggest Hosting Game-Changer for Garden Parties This Summer
Don't let the wine glass and snack plate balancing act keep you from enjoying the dinner party; this clever clip adds effortless ease to outdoor entertaining
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Know the Exact Plates Used in The Bear — Here's Who Makes Them for the Show (and a Long List of Other World-Class Restaurants)
To coincide with the release of the fourth season of the show, ceramist Jono Pandolfi has launched four new colorways of professional-quality plates
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I Just Found the Perfect Resort-Inspired Garden Parasol That Costs a Fraction of a Similar One From Anthropologie
Why travel when you can turn your garden into your favorite seaside resort for just £25
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I Tried This Trick to Keep Breezy Curtains in Place When the Weather's Hot
Summer weather and no AC bring on a whole onslaught of new problems, but don't let your curtain placement be one of them — try this simple and affordable hack
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Is the Heatwave Keeping You From Enjoying Your Garden? Reflective Decor Could Help
Garden furniture experts explain why incorporating reflective surfaces in your outdoor space is the key to an oasis that stays cool all season long
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More Bedding Layers in Hot Weather? It May Be Extra, But in a Heatwave This Bed Styling Trick Can Be a Cooling Saviour
The struggle of keeping a top sheet tucked in is real, but experts share that it may be a struggle worth enduring, especially during the summer heat
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What Comes First, the Sofa or the Rug? Designers Say the Decision Can Make or Break a Space, but the Answer Changes With the Room
Are you looking for an accent piece or a grounding neutral? Design experts say that knowing your room can help when starting from a blank slate
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What to Buy for a Boho Garden — The Outdoor Furniture and Decor Edit to Recreate This Style
Pinterest says boho gardens are having a revival in 2025, so we've given the style a refreshed and totally resort-worthy look
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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4 Things Our Editors Would Never Buy From IKEA (and 4 Things They Regularly Do)
There is plenty of choice when it comes to shopping at IKEA, so how do you decipher what to add to your cart, and what to hold back on?
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How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Room? Experts Reveal the Details, Decisions, and Design Elements to Consider
Though it's considered the quickest way to make over a space, is it the cheapest? Well, that depends...
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Jo Malone Just Launched This Interiors Collab so You Can Match Your Luxury Candles to Your Color Scheme
Learn how to layer the senses perfectly with curated paint, paper, and candle combinations from the experts
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