
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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Shea McGee Has Just Revealed Her 3 Favorite Kitchen Trends for 2026 – They Prove that Layered, Lived-In Spaces are the Must-Have LookAccording to Shea, the year ahead is all about curved silhouettes, rich materials, and layouts that evolve with you
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'It Feels Timeless Yet Tailored, Rooted in Tradition but Designed for Everyday Life' – Explore Shea McGee's Latest Kitchen Remodel That's a Lesson in Her New Heritage StyleIt's equal parts layered, warm, and functional – the ingredients of a perfect kitchen design
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The Most Warm and Welcoming Kitchens from the Homes & Gardens Archives – and How to Recreate Each LookThe perfect inspiration for a kitchen refresh ahead of the holidays
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How the Back of a Couch Became a Defining Feature in This Open Plan Room, and Created a Cozy Dining SpaceA lesson in thoughtful layouts and zoning, this open plan living and dining space has been transformed with one expert feature: the back of the couch
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Characterful Architecture, Layered Decor, and Festive Additions Combine to Create the Coziest Kitchen in This Cottage HomeIt's warm, inviting, and full of the coziest features
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Designers Say This is the Perfect Formula for Lighting a Dining Room to Make it Feel Cozy and Conversational – And it Doesn’t Mean Ditching the Overhead LightThese steps will lead you to the perfect blend of function and ambiance
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How to Modernize Antique Furniture for a Characterful and Cohesive LookAccording to designers, there are plenty of ways to refresh your antiques
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What's the Best Dining Table Shape? Designers Reveal What to Choose for Your SpaceFrom rectangular and oval to small circular designs, designers have an easy way to choose the best dining table shape. Here's their advice to get it right
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All the Most Charming Kitchens I Am Seeing Right Now Have This Inexpensive Antique in CommonIt's the perfect finishing touch for a lived-in, characterful kitchen
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6 Designer-Approved Holiday Decor Themes for the Chicest Christmas Home This YearDesigners say these are the key Christmas looks to recreate for a layered, personalized holiday scheme in 2025
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15 Christmas Decor Ideas for a Festively Chic Holiday SeasonThe chicest ways to decorate your home for the holidays, from classic color palettes to unexpected decor placements
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'Texture Can Be Just as Powerful as Pattern' – How This Designer Transforms a Small Powder Room with Neutral, Never-Boring StyleThere are three distinct details to know about
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If You Want to Design a Bathroom That Doesn’t Look Like a Bathroom, Take Notes From Heidi Caillier – Her Recent Space Is Cozy, Inviting, and Perfectly LayeredFrom the botanical wallpaper to the traditional washstand, it's a lesson in creating the most inviting bathroom
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14 Cozy Kitchen Ideas To Make Your Cooking Space More InvitingCreate the perfect warm and welcoming space with these cozy kitchen ideas
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Are Marble Sinks Going Out of Style? According to Interior Designers, They're Here to StayTimeless, elegant, and luxurious, here's why designers still love the look
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If You’re Going to Add a Kitchen Countertop Lamp to Your Space, Make Sure It Doesn’t Have This, This, or ThisThese faux pas will make something chic feel dysfunctional
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The One Color Designers Always Avoid in Guest Bedrooms (and What to Use Instead)Spoiler: they all favor bolder hues
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5 Custom Kitchen Features Designers Think You Should Consider If You Are Remodelling in 2026They're key to a personalized scheme
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The Antiques and Vintage Fairs, Markets, and Sales to Visit in November – for the Perfect Opportunity to Prepare for Hosting SeasonFind pieces to elevate your home and one-of-a-kind gifts for guests
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This Elegant Kitchen Combines 2026's Two Biggest Color Trends – Here's How it Makes these Bold Shades Work TogetherThis grand room has been transformed into the most inviting kitchen
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I've Been Searching For a Pendant Light to Create a Cozy Eat-In Area in My Kitchen – This Vintage-Style Design From Wayfair is the Perfect Size and Less Than $63It's perfectly petite, a totally timeless design, and has over 50% off in the Wayfair sale
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Shea McGee Just Shared 5 Bathroom Projects From Her Archives – This is the 1 Affordable Thing They All Have In CommonIt's easy to introduce and adds grounding style to your bathroom
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Designers Are Divided on Which Kitchen Cabinet Colors Look Most Expensive – It’s Between These 2 Luxurious ShadesPlus, the advice you need to choose between them
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So You Want To Undo Your Open-Concept Kitchen? Here’s How To Make Open Plan Feel More DefinedHere's how to create zones and cozy up your open-plan space
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