
Martha Davies
Martha is a Content Editor on the Gardens team. 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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Does Closing Vents Reduce Heating Costs? HVAC Experts Say That This Common Method Could Be Working Against You
Closing heating vents in unused rooms is widely believed to reduce heating costs – but experts warn that it often has the opposite effect
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5 Signs That Your Pipes Have Frozen – Spotting These Signals Could Save You a Fortune on Emergency Plumbing Fees
Knowing these signs will help you avoid burst pipes and water damage
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I Wasn’t Planning to Decorate With Gold – Until Kelsea Ballerini’s Grammys Gown Inspired a Metallic Home Moment for 2026
I'm channeling red carpet glamor and leaning into the metallic trend – these timeless finishes aren't going anywhere
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This Quiet Corner of Johnny Galecki's Home Masters the Art of 'Circus Chic' – it Shouldn't Work, But it Does
The Big Bang Theory actor upgrades a simple corner of his home using bold wallpaper, artwork, and an unexpected accent chair
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Yolanda Hadid's Living Room is the Perfect 'Analog Space' – and it's All Down to a Simple Layout Trick That Designers Swear By
Yolanda Hadid proves that conversational seating can transform a room – and it makes even the largest spaces feel inviting
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It’s Been a While Since I Was Won Over by Gray Furniture, but This Victoria Beckham-Approved Sofa Brings This Boring Color Back to Life
According to Victoria, this long-overlooked sofa color is back – and it looks more luxurious than ever
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The Snowstorm Has Arrived at Martha Stewart's Bedford Farm – How She Keeps Her Summer Garden Safe and American Boxwoods Healthy
Martha has shared her secret to preventing damage to trees and shrubs after a snowstorm
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The Only Furnishing in Brooklyn Beckham's Entryway is a Stunning Light Fixture, But Somehow, His Space Feels Full – Here's the Secret
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz's sprawling entryway proves that empty spaces can make a huge impact
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The German Practise of 'Lüften' Isn't Just a Trend – I Used to Live There, and Swear by This Home Ventilation Method, Even in the Winter
'Lüften' is more commonly known as 'house burping' – and it could help to improve the air quality in your home
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Sorry, Everyone Who Said Gray Living Rooms Are Outdated – Bella Hadid Brought This Neutral Back, And Her Look Is Timeless
I was firmly against a 'greige' color palette until I spotted Bella's penthouse – her neutral living room has really stood the test of time
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The ’70s Bathroom Lighting in Jennifer Aniston’s Home That Turned a Simple Powder Room Into a Spa-Worthy Retreat
Jennifer's powder room is the definition of luxury, but her fluted wall sconces steal the show
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This Archival Shot of Diane Keaton’s Pool Cabana Cured My Winter Blues –She Uses a Tropical (and Surprising) Color Combo I’m Coveting for 2026
The late actress paired burnt orange seating with green accents to create a bold and uplifting outdoor space
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I Swore I'd Never Have a 'Boring' White Backsplash in My Kitchen, But Dakota Johnson Just Changed My Mind
Think white tiles make a dull kitchen? Dakota's kitchen proves that sometimes, they're the most elegant choice
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Living Room Storage Often Feels Like an Afterthought, but Alexandra Daddario's Mid-Century Modern Unit Turns It into a Stunning Statement Piece
Alexandra Daddario's open shelving is a masterclass in mid-century modern style
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I Was Quick to Categorize Black and White Bedrooms as Clinical, but Jessica Alba’s Clever Use of Textures Makes This Combo Feel Unusually Warm
Think black and white bedrooms are boring? Jessica's rattan bedframe proves that texture is the secret to an elevated look
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First Impressions Are Crucial, and Diane Keaton's Entryway Gets it Right – Her Dramatic Bookshelf Display is the Definition of Luxury
The late Diane Keaton transformed her entryway into a breathtaking library – it's proof that overlooked spaces can become the main event
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Everyone Believes You Need a Full Saucepan Set to be a Good Cook, but Gordon Ramsay Disagrees – He Swears By Just Two Pieces
According to Gordon Ramsay, there's no need to 'spend a fortune on fancy equipment' – two saucepans are all you need to cook like a professional
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It's Official: Pink Seating Will Never Slip Out of Fashion, and Anne Hathaway's Dusty Rose Sofa is Proof
Anne Hathaway's pink sofa is a Parisian masterpiece – and it shows that pink hues will never go out of style
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Jennifer Aniston Made This Unorthodox Color Combination Stylish — Her Dressing Room Is a Design Masterclass
I couldn't imagine styling green and purple together – but Jen's dressing room just changed my mind
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Jessica Alba’s Bedroom Console Breaks One Cardinal Decorating Rule – But Somehow, This Personal Look Works Beautifully
Forget empty surfaces and stark minimalism – Jessica proves that careful styling can be chic, not cluttered
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I've Found Chic Valentine's Tableware Hiding in the Pottery Barn Clearance Sale
Why wait to buy Valentine's Day-themed tableware when you can pick it up for less right now?
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I'm a Minimalist, but I'd Live in Martha Stewart's Vintage Kitchen in a Heartbeat – Utilitarian Essentials Have Never Looked More Beautiful
Martha is an expert at transforming utilitarian features into breathtaking details – and the open shelving in her kitchen is proof
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Jessica Alba's Living Room Proves That Plush Textures Will Always Elevate Neutral Spaces
Neutral spaces can look plain – but Jessica showed me that plush textures can transform a neutral room into a sanctuary
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Shea McGee's Coastal Tableware isn't Just for Summer – Here's Why it's the New Neutral
From classic cream hues to woven textures and pearlescent finishes, Shea McGee's Target tableware collection is so versatile
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