Amiya Baratan
Amiya Baratan is a Home Wellness Writer at Livingetc with a Masters Degree in Magazine Journalism from the esteemed City, University of London. She has always loved all facets of writing, be it about fashion, beauty, or design.
Eager to transform this into an impactful career, she completed her Undergraduate Degree (BSc) in Design and Visual Communication, honing her skills as a writer. This later landed her numerous roles as a content and fashion writer and internships that resulted in bylines at leading publications such as Harper’s Bazaar and Women’s Health.
Given that she grew up in the coastal city of Chennai, India - It’s no surprise that Amiya is passionate about life outside since most of her childhood was spent outdoors. It’s this passion and curiosity that allowed her to join Livingetc and display her talents in the realm of outdoor living and gardening.
Although Amiya’s primary interest may be writing about topics she loves, her skillset is vast and was put to use as she analyzed research and data for the Beauty and Personal Care segment of Innova Market Insights. During this stint as a report analyst, she curated presentations outlining market trends, including category, ingredient, and trend reports.
In her free time, Amiya is a connoisseur of all things art, which in her mind includes the holistic vibe of one’s home. This is reflected in the content she consumes as most of her “screen time” is attributed to media in varied forms, mostly focused on how to further enhance the lifestyle she adores. In the literary world, Amiya always judges a book by its cover and finds that artfully designed binding often acts as the deciding factor when she is selecting her next read. She can also be found carefully compiling wishful Pinterest boards and listening to music, all while overanalyzing her latest Co-Star update
Latest articles by Amiya Baratan
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This Is the Most Overlooked Thing When It Comes to Your Bedroom's 'Good Energy' — According to Feng Shui
The synergy between your bed and nightstand could be tampering with the Feng Shui of your bedroom. Here's what to consider when designing the space.
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Houseplant Trends — What to Choose, and How to Style and Care for It in 2025
According to plant experts, these are the seven houseplant trends to keep an eye out for this year
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Marie Kondo's 5 Tricks for an Organized Entryway Helped Me Cut My Clutter — And Uncover the Value of Space
Known for her expertise in the field of decluttering and home organization, Marie Kondo's word is all we need to get our entryways sorted once and for all.
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The 5 Japanese Design Principles Everyone Who Wants a Calm-Feeling Home Should Know About
If you're looking to create a home with a sense of calm and uncluttered minimalism at its core, these simple Japanese aesthetic principles are all you need
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The 'Decluttering Scavenger Hunt' Turns This Household Chore Into a Game (That You Could Totally Play With the Kids Today)
The 'gamification 'of decluttering might just make clearing your clutter more tolerable — this is a solution for all the task-averse
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'Ma' (間) Is the Japanese Minimalist Aesthetic I Think Everyone Should Read About Before They Start Decorating
Find your calm and zen with the Ma aesthetic that will change the way you think and feel when it comes to your home and what surrounds it.
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This 'Strict' 50% Rule Will Help You Cut Your Home's Clutter in Half (Even If You're a Sentimentalist)
Is this rule strict? Maybe. Successful? Absolutely.
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How to Care for a ZZ Plant — Do This If You Want Lush, Green Foliage in Your Home
From temperature to soil requirements, this expert guide holds all the information to care for this stylish houseplant successfully
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I'm Taking on This Decluttering Challenge for Lent — 40 Items to Say Goodbye to in 40 Days
During lent, we recommend taking part in this decluttering challenge to pare back your home and have it Easter-ready. So here are 40 things to start with.
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3 Things That Really Matter When Choosing Your Headboard If You Want a Bedroom With Good 'Energy'
When it comes to picking the perfect headboard, here are three key concepts to keep in mind for good Feng Shui
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9 Things You Can Do to Organize Your Dining Room That Will Make the Whole Space Work So Much Better
These nine expert-approved organization tips will take your dining room from messy to guest-ready in no time
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I Just Discovered the Japanese 'Way of Fragrance', and It Might Be the Purest Way to Make Your Home Smell Amazing
If you want take your ambiance to the next level, here's everything you need to know about the elegant art of Japanese home scenting
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4 Houseplants to Never Put in an Entryway, or Else They'll Throw Off Your Home's Feng Shui Balance
These are the right indoor plants to keep in the entrance to your home, according to these Feng Shui practitioners
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Style Your Bird of Paradise Like Kris Jenner Did — Or Take a Note From One of These Experts Instead
Give your bird of paradise the love they deserve with a touch of intentional styling for a magnificent piece of statement foliage
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How to Feng Shui Your Home for Spring — 7 Actions to Take Now for Better Energy This Season
As the season transitions from winter to spring, here are seven important Feng Shui tips experts recommend practicing at home
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How to Declutter a Dining Room — So You Can Actually Eat Meals at the Table Like You're Supposed to
No appetite for a dining room filled with clutter? These 6 tips will help you clear up this space in no time at all
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This Tiny Brass Fixing Will Fix Your Small Entryway Woes — It's Extra Storage Made Discreet and Stylish
If you have a small closet and need a helping hand (or hook), trust that this chic Amazon buy will put your organizational woes to rest
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5 Things You Should Never Put Above Your Bed — Especially If You Want Good Feng Shui in Your Home
According to the rules of Feng Shui, the décor over your bed could be blocking free flow of good energy. So here's what you need to get rid of immediately.
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"I'm a Houseplant Expert — Here's How I Stay On Top of My Plant Care Schedule to Keep Them Looking Healthy"
With over 20 houseplants to take care of, this expert has mastered her routine and is happy to share her secrets
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Turns Out, All the Best Hosts Have 'Hosting Closets' — 5 Ways I'm Building My Own for When Guests Drop by
Be it spontaneous guests or planned parties, these tips for keeping your hosting closet organized will be a lifesaver in any case
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Earl Of East Just Dropped 'Croissant', 'Matcha', and 'Milk Bun' Candles — Now My Home Smells Like Breakfast All Day
Channeling French pâtisserie energy at home just got so much easier and it's all thanks to this delectable candle drop
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The Flower of the Moment? This Glossy-Headed Plant Is the Unexpected Pick That Feels 'Artistic' and 'Edgy'
You might know anthurium best as a Christmas plant, but there are all different types, many of which have become the new darling of the most exciting floral designers
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It's the Year of the Wood Snake — Here’s What You Should Be Doing at Home to Harness Feng Shui
What's the vibe for 2025? Wood elements, serpentine crystals, and fire energy, say our Feng Shui experts
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Good Organizers Swear By the 'Library Cart Method' for Keeping Your Home Tidy — So How Does It Work?
A rolling cart a day keeps the organization at bay
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