
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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This 2-in-1 Outdoor Speaker-Light Instantly Makes Your Garden Feel More Sophisticated (Not to Mention, Way More Fun)A little mood lighting and background music are the best ways to create atmosphere in your outdoor space
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The Perfect Number of Cushions This Bedding Designer Swears By When Making the Bed — "Honestly, It's That Simple," She SaysHave we just solved the age-old 'how many pillows on the bed' debate?
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Decorating With Hunter Green Has Just Become Very, Very Cool Again — And This Paint Brand Just Launched the Perfect 'Wellington Boot' Shade of ItIt's one of the most timeless shades for a reason, but these are the tricks to making it feel especially right for 2026
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This 'Fussy' Curtain Style Is Making a Comeback in 2026 — It Adds Romance and Whimsy, but Only "When Styled Correctly"It's a little detail, but it'll transform the feel that your window treatments bring to your room. Here's how to get it right
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Sorry Sage Green, but This New Color Trend Is the 'Brighter, More Characterful' Choice for Painting Your Walls in 2026This silky chiffon-inspired green is playful, but has a "cool, collected depth," too — here's how designers decorate with it
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6 Farrow & Ball Paint Colors to Use Outdoors to Make Your Patio Really PopAre you looking for a bold terracotta or a heritage-inspired neutral? This list has it all, plus advice on how to use each shade
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A Quick-Hit List of the 10 Biggest and Most Exciting Homeware Launches, Events, and Updates to Know From MayFrom design weeks to decorative details, there is a lot to unpack this month — let's get into it
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Which Coffee Machines Make the Best Iced Coffee? A Coffee Expert Picks the Ones That Do Amazing Cold Beverages, QuicklyCold brew, iced Americanos, iced lattes...you can have it all, and from a machine that will look good on your counter
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Ninja Just Launched a Brand-New, Fully Automated Coffee Machine — And Our Coffee Expert's Early Verdict? It'll Come So Close to Café QualityIt automatically calibrates grind settings, has two bean hoppers, and lets you save exactly how you like your coffee made
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3 Outdoor Furniture Color Trends That You'll See in the Gardens of People With Great Taste This SummerPerhaps a pink accent chair or a green bistro set to spice up your garden ahead of the summer season
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Is 'Silly-Maxxing' the Antidote to an Overly Pretentious Home? Why This Whimsical Way of Decorating Makes for More Memorable InteriorsBecause a home that takes itself too seriously is a little bit cringe, after all
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"Too Bright, Too Cold, Too Flat" — Paint Experts Share 5 Garden Painting Mistakes They See Far Too OftenPrep, planning, and knowing your way around color theory will set your garden up for a more stylish summer
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Where to Find the Best Double Curtain Rods so You Can Have Beautifully Layered Window TreatmentsWhen it comes to a well-dressed window, a stylish curtain rod does half the work for you
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A Daybed or a Sofa Bed? Here's Which One Is Actually Better to Buy for Your Home, According to Interior DesignersThey both add an extra place to lounge, but the difference lies in intentionality
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4 Exterior Paint Trends for 2026 You Should Really Know About Before Even Picking Up a Paintbrush This SummerFrom the colors to choose to how to apply, these are the big considerations for this year, according to the experts
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Okay, I've Found It — The Solar Outdoor Lighting for This Year That Actually Looks Design-y, Not BasicI've done the searching, so adding the final touches to your outdoor space this season can be easy
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5 Curtain Mistakes That Are Cheapening the Design of Your Room — They're Easy to Make, but Just as Easy to FixFabric material, length, layering...all of these factors are part of the perfect curtain equation
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The Coastal Design Trends for 2026 That Make This Comforting Style Feel Fresh, but No Less CharmingIt's a lesson in blending classic design with contemporary style
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The Best of the Best From West Elm's Spring Summer Collection — What to Buy for Your Living Room, Garden, Kitchen, and MoreIt's full of small moments that make a big impact whether on the table, in the living room, or as part of your bed-scape
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It Makes Your Home So Much More Flexible, and Looks Great — Rolling Stands Are the TV Mounting Trend for 2026 That Interiors People Are Obsessed WithBinge the latest series from bed, or while lounging in the living room, and back again
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The Philips Baristina Might Be the Best Small Coffee Machine I've Tested — Its Automated Tamping Feature Really Wowed Me, and It's Stylish, tooIt's the ultimate small-space coffee maker for those who value a tasty brew
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They Look So Expensive Now — You Would Never Guess These Burl Wood Nightstands Were Actually a Pair of IKEA EKET DrawersDid you know you can give budget IKEA furniture an elevated burl wood finish with this simple DIY process?
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Ruggable Just Launched This 'Jute-Inspired' Rug That's So Durable You Can Use It for Your Garden and Your Living RoomI tested it in my own garden to see if it really delivers on comfort and elevated style, as promised
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All Interiors People Know to Check the 'New-In' Section Regularly — These Are the Best Finds for May, to Save You Time Wading Through Every WebsiteEach piece proves that seasonal decor can have lasting style
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