
Molly Malsom
I’ve worked in the interiors magazine industry for the past five years, including Homes & Antiques and The English Home, and joined Homes & Gardens at the beginning of 2024 as the Kitchens & Bathrooms editor.
While I love every part of interior design, kitchens and bathrooms are some of the most exciting to design, conceptualize, and write about. There are so many trends, materials, colors, and playful decor elements to explore and experiment with.
When it comes to my own home, I’m always inspired by designers whose style embraces a mix of old and new with warm neutrals and moody colors. I love dark wood tones, leopard print accessories, all things marble, and finding the perfect balance between cozy and elevated.
Latest articles by Molly Malsom
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Where's the best place to buy a bathroom vanity? A style editor's top recommendations for style and practicality
I've spent hours researching the best designs on the market, so you don't have to
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9 minimalist bathroom ideas that bring personality and interest to pared-back schemes
Minimalism is back – here's how designers nail this more restrained bathroom style
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Nate Berkus has convinced me I need this 'unconventional' feature in my kitchen – it's a totally affordable way to create a chic cooking space
The humble countertop lamp is this year's must-have kitchen decor, according to the designer (and to me)
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The kitchen in this old-meets-new home expertly balances period design and unique style – and it's all thanks to a Mediterranean-inspired scheme
Warm colors, textural details, and collected decor combine to create the most inviting kitchen that honors the old and new elements of the home
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Should you add vintage lighting to your kitchen? Designers explain the benefits and limitations of vintage fixtures
Vintage lighting is a timeless way to bring a unique style into your cooking space, but is it a practical choice?
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What are Adobe-style homes? Here's everything you need to know about this organic, natural design style and how to get the look
Earth tones, organic forms, and beautifully textured design combine to nail this heritage style
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Every stylish home right now features a plaster bathroom – and designers say these are the 5 most timeless ways to bring the organic finish into your scheme
Warm, textured, and visually interesting, it's the finish you didn't know your bathroom needed
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The most characterful bathrooms are all incorporating this classic pattern – here's 5 ways to bring stripes into your own space
Every stylish bathroom contains some form of stripe, they are a classic and chic way to add character to this hardworking space
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What is patina? Everything you need to know about this vintage, aged look, according to designers and antiques experts
A guide to identifying and maintaining the character of your antique and vintage pieces
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16 outdoor bathroom ideas to instantly elevate the style and function of your backyard
Elevate your outside space with these outdoor bathroom ideas. From small yards to spacious schemes, there's a design to suit every style and space
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Should you choose a breakfast bar or a kitchen island? Designers weigh in on the best design for your space
The right design will transform your kitchen
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Heidi Caillier's recent vintage-style bathroom remodel nails one of 2025's biggest trends – it omits tile for a far chicer and cozier alternative
Ditching the tile for soft butter yellow wall paneling results in a bathroom that's both trendy and timeless
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50 stylish bathroom ideas that designers always return to
From tiles to color to decor, there's plenty here to inspire your space
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Marble kitchen countertops are a luxurious choice, but are they practical? I asked designers and kitchen experts whether they are form over function
The pros and cons, care tips, and styling advice designers say you need to know
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5 vintage pieces every kitchen should have, according to designers
They're the most stylish way to add charm and character to your cooking space
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24 outdoor kitchen ideas that blend practical design and stylish decor
These outdoor kitchen ideas marry style and function, making barbecuing, dining, and socializing easy and convenient
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This Amber Lewis bathroom design has convinced me to put down the tiles – it's a chic design that creates 'real-life tree house vibes'
She's opted for a different wall design, and it's the 2025 trend that works beautifully in this space
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A tired kitchen has been reimagined into the most classic space – and it proves white is still the most timeless color you can choose
It perfectly bridges the gap between modern and traditional
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The humble keeping room is making a comeback – and designers say it's the cozy feature that's going to transform your kitchen redesign in 2025
It's the perfect way to create a cozy nook by your kitchen
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What's the difference between a French country kitchen and an English country kitchen? Designers explain how to nail these two timeless styles
Get to know their similarities and differences to nail these countryside schemes
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Should you choose quartz or granite kitchen countertops? Experts weigh in on the pros and cons of these two popular materials
Everything you need to know about the style and durability to choose between these two popular materials
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13 stylish kitchen cabinet trends to have on your radar in 2025
From colors to decorative details, there's plenty to consider for your cooking space this year
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Should your shower tiles match the rest of your bathroom? Designers weigh in on the best way to decorate for a cohesive scheme
From contrasting showers to tile-drenched schemes – turns out it all comes down to the size and style of your space
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Way Day is back, and this bathroom editor is searching for a vanity to add rustic charm to my new build bathroom – here are the best pieces I found, starting from just $260
I found the perfect affordable rustic vanity for my currently characterless bathroom – and you might, too
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