
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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Nate Berkus's approach to extending kitchen storage uses a classic vintage piece – it's the simplest method that works in even the smallest schemes
It's the vintage addition you didn't know your kitchen was missing
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I thought white bed sheets were boring – until I saw how Leanne Ford styled them in this beautifully rustic guest bedroom
The simplicity of this textural look may have converted me to white bedding
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Where's the best place to buy kitchen faucets? 6 stores that expertly balance stylish form with functional design
From luxury buys to affordable designs, these are the places to shop for kitchen faucets
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I thought this Heidi Caillier kitchen stuck to all the rules of the classic kitchen – then I spotted the unexpected pantry
It's a totally classic look – until you notice the vibrant pantry that creates a bold statement that feels so on trend right now
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Looking for the best antique sales and vintage markets happening near you? These are the dates to add to your calendar
From New York to California, these are the most coveted antiques and vintage markets to add to your schedule this month
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9 ideas to steal from the kitchens of the 1990s and how to make them actually look chic in 2025
Designers pinpoint the best kitchen features of the '90s – and how to make them work in a modern-day scheme
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Should you choose your bathroom paint color or tiles first? Interior designers share their preferred approach for a cohesive design
From pared-back designs to maximalist schemes, designers say this is the best way to decide whether you should choose your bathroom colors or tiles first
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I thought this bathroom tile detail was totally outdated – but this vintage bathroom by Nate Berkus proves the right materials can make it feel chic in 2025
I didn't expect to see this tile trim in 2025, but it really works in this vintage-style scheme
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These are the 4 color schemes designers say will always make a bathroom look more expensive
From timeless neutrals to luxurious, moody hues, these designer-approved colors are the blueprint to an elevated bathroom
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Is this the characterful feature your kitchen could be missing? 10 ways designers bring paneling into a hardworking space
Characterful, textural, and totally timeless – this is your sign to bring paneling into your kitchen design
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'I feel like they are the shelves of my life' – how chef Clodagh McKenna transformed a dark kitchen into a warm, personality-filled space that expertly balances functionality and lived-in style
In our new series Design DNA, we take a tour of chef Clodagh McKenna's richly colorful and layered kitchen and get a glimpse into how she uses the space for both work and play
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29 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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Is Paris the best city in the world for antique shopping? 4 US interior designers on their favorite Parisian markets to find antique furniture and decor
From bustling flea markets to niche stores, there are the Parisian hotspots where designers find unique homewares
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Where's the best place to buy kitchen cabinet hardware? A kitchen editor's top recommendations for every style and budget
From chic designs to value for money, I've covered every base to bring you the best retailers for kitchen cabinet hardware – and they work just as well in other rooms, from bathrooms to boot rooms
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'I bet their jaws are still on the floor' – designer Heidi Caillier has taken one of the most retro kitchens I have seen and turned it into a cozy, characterful space that's unrecognizable
From the muted colors and glossy tiles to the vintage-style decor, it's the most interesting country kitchen I've seen, and the most drastic before-and-afters I have seen in a while
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Terracotta tiles, marble features, and wooden accents have transformed this once bland and boring bathroom into a warm, tranquil retreat
Terracotta tiles, statement marble, and natural materials combine to create this timeless design
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Are medicine cabinets out of style? We ask interior designers if they still use them, and how to make them feel chic in 2025
According to designers, they still have their place in bathrooms, but it requires the right design
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6 ideas to steal from kitchens of the 1980s that designers say are still surprisingly stylish
As kitchens get more personalized, it's the perfect time to embrace these iconic designer-approved 1980s designs
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I've found the exact laundry basket Shea McGee swears by for chic storage – it's as practical as it is stylish
Laundry baskets are a functional feature, but who says they can't be stylish? According to designer Shea McGee, this one product perfectly balances pretty and practical
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Should you choose your bathroom vanity mirror or lighting first? Designers share their advice for an easy design process
There are no hard and fast rules, but designers say it's all about balancing style and function when choosing whether your vanity mirror or lighting comes first
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I thought this kitchen cabinet detail was totally outdated and too rustic for 2025 – but Nate Berkus has proved it can actually work in a modern organic kitchen
Chicken wire is just for overly rustic kitchens and old-fashioned spaces right? Well Nate Berkus very much just proved me wrong
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I wasn't planning to shop this Amazon Prime Day – but I obviously can't ignore that my favorite designer Amber Lewis' rug collection is on sale
I had this rug in my cart anyway, so it only makes sense to order it while it's on offer
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18 bathroom vanity ideas for a chic-meets-functional design
These bathroom vanity ideas will take your design from basic to stylish in no time
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Should you choose your kitchen cabinets or countertops first? Interior designers weigh in on the best order to design your scheme
We turn to designers to find out the best order to choose your cabinets and countertops for a seamless design process
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