
Martha Davies
Martha is a Content Editor on the Living team at Homes & Gardens. Her love for lifestyle journalism began when she interned at Time Out Dubai when she was 15 years old; she went on to study English and German at Oxford, before covering property and interior design at Country & Town House magazine. To Martha, living beautifully is all about good food and lots of colorful home decor.
Latest articles by Martha Davies
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Chrissy Teigen's Kitchen is One of the Most Inviting Spaces I've Ever Seen – and it's All Down to This Often-Overlooked Design Detail
Curved silhouettes are used to stunning effect in Chrissy Teigen's open-plan kitchen, and it's proof that shape matters just as much as color
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Do This 1-Minute Basil Ritual on the First of the Month to Attract Good Luck – Here’s Why It Matters
Basil has long been associated with prosperity and harmony – now is the time to perform this sacred ritual
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Inside Michelle Dockery’s London Powder Room – A Design-Led Lesson in Why Unexpected Red Is the Boldest Small-Space Statement Right Now
Michelle's red design scheme proves that powder rooms are the unsung hero of the modern home
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I Wasn't Convinced By the 'Wood Drenching' Look, But Dakota Johnson's Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Has Changed My Mind
Showcasing warm wood panels and plenty of nature-inspired decor, Dakota's space brings surprising elegance to the retro look
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A Storm Water Ritual? Spiritual Experts Explain the Sacred Spring Practice You Can Try to Harness Rain’s Hidden Power
For centuries, storm water rituals have been used to cleanse homes and invite both harmony and protection during periods of transition
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Kendall Jenner's Banquette Seating Transforms a Tight Corner into the Coziest Nook – it's the Most Stylish Use of Space I've Seen in a While
Combining strategic seating with grandma-inspired touches, Kendall's dining area is practical, chic, and utterly inviting
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Sylvester Stallone's Gold Dining Table is the Definition of a Statement Piece – But Somehow, it Doesn't Feel Like Too Much
Metallics can feel daring, but Sylvester Stallone channels their timeless elegance to create a gold-toned dining area that feels unexpectedly sophisticated
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Chase Infiniti’s BAFTAs Burgundy Gown Proves Bold Shades Are the 2026 Design Obsession Every Style Lover Will Want
Move over, neutrals: Chase Infiniti's spectacular gown shows that rich burgundy hues will never go out of style
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A Rare Glimpse Inside Highgrove House – and the Fabric Collection Designed Alongside King Charles III That You Can Actually Shop
A toile inspired by Highgrove Gardens defines the estate's anteroom and private dining room – it's a subtly powerful way to bring a space alive
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Nature-Inspired Spaces Can Feel Predictable, But Simon Helberg's Green Entryway Stopped Me in My Tracks – It's Warm, Inviting, and Character-Rich
The actor's entryway masters the art of 'bringing the outside in' – and designers say this paint color is the secret
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Minimalist Bathrooms Are Trending – but Emma Roberts’ Rustic Space Is the Real Showstopper
Emma's powder room is a timeless take on the cottagecore look – and it blends maximalist touches with heritage charm
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Jessica Alba’s Living Room Is Perfectly Arranged for Positive Feng Shui – The Serene Design Promotes an Inviting Tranquility
Thanks to an 'analog' seating arrangement and a masterful blend of materials, Jessica Alba's living room feels harmonious and inviting
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Wildfires Are Already Spreading – Experts Say This ‘Fire Moat’ Landscaping Trick Could Help Protect Your Home in 2026
Fire moats replace flammable yard materials with stone, creating a defensive perimeter that can protect your home from damage
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Sprinkling Rosemary at Your Doorway in Spring Attracts Luck and Spiritual Protection – Experts Reveal the Origins of This Centuries-Old Ritual
During periods of transition, many people sprinkle rosemary across thresholds and doorways – but what does this historic ritual mean? Experts weigh in
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Michelle Dockery’s Use of Cardinal Red Is the Ultimate Secret to Making Delicate Powder Blue Feel Grounded and Expensive
Michelle's living room showcases a stunning set of pale blue sofas, but pops of red add plenty of flair to the design scheme
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Opening Your Windows During a Storm Is an Urban Myth That Can Make Damage Worse, Experts Say – Here’s What to Do Instead
Ever thought about opening your windows during a storm? Experts reveal the truth behind this popular storm-proofing hack
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Kendall Jenner Just Convinced Me To Put This Daring Farrow & Ball Shade on My Bathroom Mood Board – it's Bold, Eclectic, and Timeless
Kendall's bathroom showcases a spectacular paint shade – it's risky, but it looks effortless
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I Was Dreaming of a Sprawling Kitchen Island – Until Martha Stewart Convinced Me That This Small Space Alternative is Better
Martha Stewart's 1970s kitchen proves that butcher blocks are the perfect blend of style and function – and they're the ideal substitute for a costly kitchen island
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How Maya Hawke Makes a Grand, Historic Space Feel Unexpectedly Inviting – Hint: Calming Neutrals Reign Supreme
Maya's former apartment might occupy a spectacular pre-war building in Greenwich Village, but her living room is brimming with cozy charm
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A Storm Is Coming – Here’s What Experts Say You Should Move Indoors Immediately
With more storms on the way, experts are urging homeowners to bring these furniture pieces inside to prevent damage
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I Knew I Loved Green Kitchens, but Mandy Moore’s Island Has Taken This Tone to New Heights – It’s Soothing, Sophisticated, and Timeless
In her newly-renovated California home, the singer shows exactly why earthy green hues are a timeless kitchen color choice
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Blake Lively's Boho Bathroom Redefines What a 'Hotel-Style' Space Looks Like – it's Rustic, Layered, and Undeniably Elegant
Blake Lively proves that warmth and texture is the key to a sophisticated, spa-like bathroom
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Kendall Jenner’s Airstream Bedroom Is an Unexpected Design Fantasy – a Twist on an Old-World 2026 Trend That Transforms Small-Space Living
Kendall's tiny guest bedroom is one of a kind – and it's a spectacular example of the vintage, 'grandma-inspired' aesthetic (done in a sophisticated way)
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Sorry, Grandma – Martha Stewart Just Revealed Her Secret to Cleaning Silverware, and I'll Never Use Your Method Again
From her favorite products to her failsafe cleaning strategy, Martha reveals exactly how she keeps her silverware sparkling
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