Lara Sargent
Lara has worked in the ever-changing world of interiors and lifestyle journalism for many years. She cut her teeth in a busy newsroom of a kitchen and bathroom business title where she gained vast product knowledge and industry contacts that would prove invaluable. She now freelances for a variety of magazines, newspapers and online blogs and relishes the changing landscape of the interiors world. She loves writing about all aspects of the home and finding out about the latest color trends, furniture designers and must-have prints that we all need in our lives.
Latest articles by Lara Sargent
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Kitchen countertop trends 2023 – 10 desirable surfaces that will elevate your home interiors
We reveal the best kitchen countertops to make your kitchen stand out from the crowd
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What is the best layout for a galley kitchen? 10 design rules to maximize a narrow space
Turn this long, narrow room into a dream space that is a joy to use
By Lara Sargent Published
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What is the best layout for an L-shaped kitchen? 9 arrangements to maximize space
Nine expert design rules to make the most of your L-shaped kitchen
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Pan storage ideas – 10 neat and tidy ways to store your cookware
Stylish ideas for storing pots and pans that will keep your cookware close to hand
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Yellow kitchen ideas – 12 ways to add sunshine all year round
Bold yellow kitchen ideas inject the sunniest mood – whatever the weather
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Small kitchen islands – 10 ideas for cooking, dining and more
A small kitchen island can boost the look and layout of your space – as these ideas show
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How to get rid of bed bugs – banish these invaders from your home
Need to know how to get rid of bed bugs? Find out how to eject these pests from the professionals
By Lara Sargent Published
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How to get rid of moths – 9 strategies to save clothes and furnishings from destruction
Banish fabric-munching moths from clothes and carpets with this expert advice
By Lara Sargent Published
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Tips for painting kitchen cabinets – 17 ways to an expert finish
These expert tips for painting your kitchen cabinets will ensure you get a sleek new look
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Small kitchen paint colors – 10 shades for tiny spaces
These small kitchen paint colors will unleash your creativity – and enhance your room
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Eat-in kitchen ideas – 10 sociable dining spaces
Find space in your eat-in kitchen for a dining table and chairs and make this room the true heart of the home
By Lara Sargent Published
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Wine room ideas – 10 ways to store and display red, rosé and white
Discover wine room ideas to keep a prized collection of bottles in tip-top condition
By Lara Sargent Published