Arabella Youens
Arabella is a freelance journalist writing for national newspapers, magazines and websites including Homes & Gardens, Country Life, The Telegraph and The Times. For many years she has specialized in writing about property and interiors, but she began her career in the early 2000s working on the newly launched Country Life website, covering anything from competitions to find the nation’s prettiest vicarage to the plight of rural post offices. Moving across to the magazine, she became the property editor and also was responsible for spear-heading its new regular interiors section, which has now a firm fixture in its make up. In 2016, she left her position as property and interiors editor and went freelance.
Latest articles by Arabella Youens
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How to design a home office that doesn't look like an office – 7 interior designers on the WFH spaces they love
Your home office should be a space that sparks creativity and helps you to feel energized – here's how to achieve this
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The desire to bring the outside in remains a strong interior trend, here are 9 ways to introduce natural materials into your scheme
Enhancing your home with natural materials can introduce earthy colors and rustic textures that can boost our well-being. Designers reveal how best to bring the outdoors in
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How to use decorative plasterwork – to add instant character to your space
The centuries-old tradition of adding molded details to walls and ceilings is still omnipresent. We explore some of the tried and tested ways it can enhance your home with the help of 7 experts
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Room color ideas – 31 expert ways to choose a balanced color scheme
Choosing a color scheme is one of the most important parts of home decor – here, experts suggest creative room color ideas for the whole home
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16 influential designers reveal their favorite small spaces and hacks for recreating the looks
We asked design experts about the most memorable compact rooms that they've worked on. They give us their top takeaway tips on maximizing space when you are working with minimal space
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4 interior designers on their favorite kitchen projects (and tips on how to make yours a success)
We asked some of H&G's favorite designers to share the kitchens they loved working on the most, plus the advice to take from the projects
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We asked 7 interior designers to share their favorite living room remodels – here are the fabulous projects they picked
Top designers share living rooms they loved working on – it’s a feast for the eyes and your mood board
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How to design a guest bedroom – 5 non-negotiables for the perfect guest living space
Expert advice on designing the perfect space for guests
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5 ways to turn a small guest bedroom into a beautiful, creative and inspiring space for visitors
These small guest bedroom ideas are guaranteed to delight visitors and homeowners alike
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How do I make a guest bedroom look beautiful? 5 ways to create a delightful, fun, and attractive space
These beautiful guest bedrooms are dressed to impress and designed to make visitors feel instantly at home
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Creative collaboration: new collection from Christopher Farr Cloth and Kit Kemp
Introducing versatile and playful woven fabric, print and wallpaper designs
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Decorating with marble – 16 luxe looks created with precious stone
Today’s designers are proving the versatility of designing with marble and other stones – using them in unexpected ways with stunning results
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Small outdoor living room ideas – 6 ways to turn a modest yard into a design haven
Design ideas from those in the know to make bijou green spaces appear lovelier
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Wall decor panel ideas – 12 ways to turn walls into art
Wall decor panels are having a moment – and they'll turn plain walls into art installations. Here, we show you the vast range of possibilities
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How to make a house lighter – 16 clever ploys to brighten your rooms
Decorating and designing with glass ranges from introducing weight-bearing structures to simple but cleverly placed mirrors. All will work to make a house lighter
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How can I make my small living room cozy? 15 expert design tricks to exploit
There are so many ways to make a small living room cozier, from finding space for a reading nook, a place to gather for movies or drinks, or simply finding room to snooze...
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'It pays to be bold' – 15 unbreakable rules for displaying artwork that designers and artists swear by
Learn how to give the artworks in your home the space and spotlight they deserve with our inspiring design ideas and expert guidance
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American Style: Schumacher
Schumacher is one of America’s most iconic design houses and is a byword for style, quality and innovation
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How can I make my home office look beautiful? Interior design experts reveal their top tricks
From using a ton of pattern to choosing just the right colors and storage tricks, this is what designers do to make a home office look beautiful
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How can I make my living room luxurious? 10 design experts share their secrets
Exquisite living rooms are those that balance practicality and personality – we’ve amassed a collection of spaces that do just that
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How do I make the most of a small room? 11 space-boosting tricks that interior designers want you to know
Maximizing space is sometimes just a matter of turning unused spots into practical – and pretty – features
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How to sleep fast – and soundly – with 11 bedroom design tricks and relaxation techniques
You will find it easier to fall asleep fast, and stay asleep, if your bedroom setup is designed for rest
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How to source sustainable furniture
Here we recommend the best sources of sustainable design, as well as tips from the experts
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Elegant color, supreme comfort, and artful touches ensure this curated home in London is truly one-of-a-kind
Sarah Fox of Fox Interior Design demonstrates her light-touch approach to modernizing this artfully curated home in west London, owned by Rupert des Forges
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