
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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5 Unexpected but Seriously Stylish Spring Color Palettes to Shake Up the Season — "It's Pastel, but Punchy"
Spring color palettes are notorious for their use of pretty pastels, but that doesn't mean they have to lack variation
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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5 Problems With Painting Your Walls White That No-One Ever Talks About (Until Now)
White is the easiest neutral to work with...right? Interior designers explain why this shade is actually more complex than it may seem
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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This Colorful Trick Is How Cool People Frame Their Pictures These Days
The "Unique Framing" trend is less about the picture itself, and more about how you place it within the frame
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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The "Red Table" Trick Is the Easiest and Most Expensive-Looking Trend to Hit 2025 So Far
A red dining table makes a seriously stylish statement; the beloved pop of red trend just got an bold and expensive-looking upgrade
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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These New 'Sensory-Conscious' Paint Colors Have a Secret Undertone That Makes Your Home Feel So Much Calmer
Graham & Brown and The Sensory Home have teamed up to deliver a range of colors that are soft in saturation and create calm, secure, and balanced rooms
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Forget Tomato Girl Summer — This Season, We're in for an 'Olive Girl Spring'
From olive-shaped candles to olive-embroidered placemats, all the chicest tables are donning martini olive decor
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Everyone's Going Crazy for This One New Shade From Farrow & Ball Online — So What's the Big Deal With 'Scallop'?
It's a classic beige, but with a hint of blush — and it's the shade we're expecting to see in every minimalist's home this year
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Spotted in the Coolest Bathrooms of the Moment — This Colorful-but-Divisive Trend Is the Idea You'll Either Love or Hate
See you later, sterile white. This playful plumbing trend is bringing color back to our bathrooms in an utterly unexpected way
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Before You Splurge on Expensive Built-Ins, Consider This Designer-Loved Mini Shelf Trend That "Elevates the Ordinary"
Be it a bedside, bathroom, or bar these mini shelves offer a stylish solution for any area that needs a little extra room for all your favorite things
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Should Your Carpet Be A Darker Color Than Your Walls? How to Make This Bold Look Work
Not every room can get away with a carpet that is darker than the walls; Designers share when and where this combination works best
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5 Decor Items You Need to Remove From Your Living Room — Designers Say They're Dating Your Space
There are certain objects that might be seriously letting your living room down. Here's what designers say to remove, and what to replace them with
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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70s Color Palettes That Work for 2025 — 4 Designer-Approved Color 'Recipes' That Feel Modern Enough for Homes Today
It's time to bring out your paisley print and disco shoes — the golden yellows, olive greens, and deep purples of 70s color palettes are making a comeback
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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"Timelessly Elegant and Full of Personality" — Moiré Fabric Embraces a Daring Duality in Interiors
Whether you'd describe yourself as a maximalist or someone who loves a traditional interior, this centuries-old fabric is making an undeniable style revival
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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What Is Eco Paint? Plus Where to Buy This Environmental Alternative
Ditch the guilty conscience and go green; eco paint is the environmental alternative, promising a happier and healthier base for your interiors
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Why Everyone's Going 'Long and Low' With Their Furniture — The Trend Creates a "Beautiful, Calm Dialogue of Shared Planes"
Whether through cabinetry, bench seats, or sectionals, long and low furniture marries form and function
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3 Curtain Mistakes That Are Making Your Room Feel Smaller — Pitfalls to Avoid, and What to Do Instead
Fabric materials, the right color, whether your curtains touches the ground or not — these essential elements can make or break your drapery
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Is This Wall-Mounted Dining Table from H&M the New Way to Do Apartment Dining?
These once-dated designs are making a stylish comeback, and I am deeming them the new necessity for making the most of small spaces
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Do Pink and Green Go Together in Interiors? A Professional Color Consultant's Verdict
How to make pink and green color combinations work for more contemporary interior schemes
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I Want to Paint a North-Facing Room Blue, but Is It a Good Idea? When You Can, and When You Absolutely Shouldn't
With a bit of planning and preparation, even the darkest of rooms can become a beautiful home for both light and dark shades of blue
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Modern vs Contemporary Design — Is There Actually a Difference? Interior Designers Outline These Two Styles
Though the two terms appear to be synonyms with one another, in interior design they refer to quite different styles
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Designers Say These 3 Living Room Colors Are Going Out of Style in 2025
Before you begin your living room renovation, you may want to consider what colors are better left in the past
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Decorate With Farrow and Ball's 'Railings' — The Secret to Making This Classic Paint Color Work in Your Home
Not quite black, not quite blue, the beauty of this paint shade lies in a refined middle ground. But how should you use it in your rooms?
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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How to Decorate With Animal Print in a 2025-Friendly Way — And Not Have It Feel Tacky
Are you more of a cheetah print person? Or have you recently been persuaded by the cow prints of the western resurgence? Let's unpack.
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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3 Times You Should Never Paint a Room Blue, According to a Designer — "Sometimes, It's Harder to Work Around"
Though widely beloved, blue is not always best when it comes to your walls. Here's when not to choose it for a room
By Olivia Wolfe Published