Articles by Pip Rich | Homes and Gardens

Pip Rich is an interiors journalist and editor with 20 years' experience, having written for all of the UK's biggest titles. Most recently, he was the Global Editor in Chief of our sister brand, Livingetc, where he now continues in a consulting role as Executive Editor. Before that, he was acting editor of Homes and Gardens, and has held staff positions at Sunday Times Style, ELLE Decoration, Red and Grazia. He has written three books – his most recent, A New Leaf, looked at the homes of architects who had decorated with house plants. Over his career, he has interviewed pretty much every interior designer working today, soaking up their knowledge and wisdom so as to become an expert himself.

Latest articles by Pip Rich

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You Would Never Guess This Whimsical Oregon Cottage Was Once A Cold, Characterless Home Built In 2010

Even the most un-charming of sleek white boxes can be given personality and depth, as designer Molly Kidd shows with her masterful renovation

'For Just a Moment, I Was Like, Is This Too Modern?!’ – This Interior Designer Shows Just How Contemporary You Can Go in a Historic Home

Renovating a period home in Santa Barbara saw Hearth Home Interiors play with eras, style and textures to create a space that is nothing but charm

By Pip Rich Published 23 January 26
Think Pale Pink Kitchens Are Out in 2026? This Characterful Space Proves This Warm Neutral Is Actually the Perfect Base for This Year’s Biggest Trends

Tour a characterful kitchen that takes the brief 'light, bright, and neutral' and adds warmth and age

By Pip Rich Published 4 January 26
'Let Go. Sparkle More' – Jonathan Adler’s Simple Rules for a Perfectly Decorated New Year’s Party

Jonathan Adler thinks this is the season to revel in the joy that a pinch of bad taste brings, and this is how he does it

By Pip Rich Published 29 December 25
'People Think My Personality Is Cheeky and Fun. People Think I Must Also Be a Maximalist. Actually, I'm Serious and a Minimalist. I Hope Everything I've Ever Made Could Be Seen as Minimalist' – Inside the Surprising and Considered World of Jonathan Adler

As part of our Layered Lives series, we go deep into the thought processes of the best designers working today. Here, Jonathan Adler explains his art.

By Pip Rich Published 28 December 25
This Is a Ski Chalet, but With Zero of the Ski Chalet Decor Tropes – Explore a Mountain Getaway That's Relaxed, Refined, and Ready for Entertaining

It may be cold outside, but in this chalet – which is surrounded by snowy mountains – there’s a wonderful warmth with welcoming nooks that draw you in

By Pip Rich Published 7 December 25
‘It Felt So Sterile!’ – Designer Jess Cooney Used Every Decor Trick She Knew to Breathe Life and Personality Into This Once-Bland Home

Designer Jess Cooney overhauled the gray and white interiors of this home in Great Barrington to create a space that was perfect for family entertaining

By Pip Rich Published 3 December 25

‘It’s Meant to Look Like a Well-Heeled College Kid’s Home’ – See How This New York Apartment Fuses Quiet Luxury With a Casual Nuance

Designer Ellen Hamilton has been able to let the light do the talking in this pared-back apartment in the Upper West Side

By Pip Rich Published 2 December 25
Smart, Sleek, and Unapologetically Beautiful – Tech Designed to Be Seen and Used - 2025

From indulgent wellness devices to sleek, functional accessories, discover innovative tech that combines practicality with elegance and brings effortless style and sophistication to everyday living

By Pip Rich Published 17 November 25
Timeless and Thoughtful Tableware That Turns Every Meal into an Occasion

Discover elegant, thoughtfully curated gifts that combine beauty and purpose, transforming even the simplest supper into a stylish, memorable occasion that will be admired, used, and cherished

By Pip Rich Published 14 November 25
Timeless Finishing Touches That Bring Comfort, Style, and Personality to Every Room

Artful ceramics, sculptural glass, soft textiles, and mood-setting accents combine in this curated gift edit to add depth, personality, and effortless style, transforming any space into a layered, unforgettable home

By Pip Rich Published 14 November 25
Smart, Sleek, and Unapologetically Beautiful – Tech Designed to Be Seen and Used

From indulgent wellness devices to sleek, functional accessories, discover innovative tech that combines practicality with elegance and brings effortless style and sophistication to everyday living

By Pip Rich Published 14 November 25
Elegant Essentials for Gardeners Who Love Every Leaf and Bloom

From beautifully crafted watering cans to stylish tools and charming accessories, discover gifts that make tending to plants a joyful, indulgent experience while celebrating both practicality and timeless design

By Pip Rich Published 14 November 25

Gifts for the Home Cook Who Loves Every Simmer, Stir, and Sizzle

From timeless roasters to precision tools, discover carefully curated gifts that combine beauty, craftsmanship, and functionality – turning every meal into a joyful, indulgent experience in the kitchen

By Pip Rich Published 14 November 25
Victoria Hagan's 7 Rules for Perfecting Her New American Classic Look

Designer Victoria Hagan's style is one of the most influential aesthetics in modern decor, and these are her seven rules for putting balanced and airy rooms together

By Pip Rich Published 13 November 25
‘You Have to Be Open to the Possibilities and Bring a Sense of Fun to Everything You Do’ – Victoria Hagan Knows How to Create Spaces That Make People Feel Good

In our series Layered Lives, we get to know the designer behind her elegant and perfectly proportioned spaces, finding out more about Victoria's very collaborative approach to interior design

By Pip Rich Published 9 November 25
Designer Justina Blakeney Says This Paint Color Flatters Everyone and Is Perfect for Drenching Rooms

Known for her brave color schemes, designer Justina Blakeney is an advocate for being bolder in our color choices, and this is the new shade she's being drawn to right now

By Pip Rich Published 4 November 25
Justina Blakeney Swears by This One Easy Rug Styling Trick – 'It Brings So Much Warmth to a Space'

As a total rug expert, stylist, and designer, Justina Blakeney knows just how to use rugs to their full decorative effect, and this is the single best trick she swears by

By Pip Rich Published 21 October 25
3 Design Lessons Justina Blakeney Just Taught Us About Refined Maximalism

These are the three rules that Jungalow founder Justina Blakeney always follows when piecing together maximalist schemes that don't feel too cluttered

By Pip Rich Published 20 October 25

Layered Lives: 'I Want to Come Home to Good Vibes' – Justina Blakeney Knows How to Create Mood-Boosting Decor That Feels as Joyful as It Looks

In our series Layered Lives, we get to know the designer behind her personality and color-filled spaces, finding out more about Justina's very soulful, personal approach to interior design

By Pip Rich Published 19 October 25
Fall Family Sundays at the Table

Fall Sundays are for enjoying family time, football, and food. These are our essential picks to ensure those get-togethers for dinner are as much about good times as style

By Pip Rich Published 3 October 25
The Capsule: The Tailored Bedroom

Bedrooms thrive on order, increasingly borrow from the world of fashion. We've buttoned up and put together a selection designed to help you create a space for sleeping with perfect poise

By Pip Rich Published 1 October 25
'My goal is to create a tranquil place' – Designer Jess Cooney knows just how to fill even the busiest home with a sense of peace

From timeless Berkshires farmhouses to modern family retreats, Jess Cooney proves that true tranquillity starts with storage, soul, and a respect for patina

By Pip Rich Published 21 August 25
'Not every piece of furniture needs to be as important,' says designer Tineke Triggs, who knows what makes a room comfortable – and what you don’t need to stress over

From gilded ceilings to jewel-toned walls, Tineke Triggs shows how fearless design still leaves room to relax

By Pip Rich Published 20 August 25
'We’re not the safe designers to call,' say Lia McNairy and Azar Fattahi, which is why – as LALA Reimagined – they create such layered, spirited, and luxe-looking homes

From 'psychedelic farmhouse' briefs to jewel-toned jewel boxes, LALA Reimagined proves that bold instincts and eclectic layering are the secret to timeless luxury

By Pip Rich Published 19 August 25

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Latest articles by Pip Rich

You Would Never Guess This Whimsical Oregon Cottage Was Once A Cold, Characterless Home Built In 2010

'For Just a Moment, I Was Like, Is This Too Modern?!’ – This Interior Designer Shows Just How Contemporary You Can Go in a Historic Home

Think Pale Pink Kitchens Are Out in 2026? This Characterful Space Proves This Warm Neutral Is Actually the Perfect Base for This Year’s Biggest Trends

'Let Go. Sparkle More' – Jonathan Adler’s Simple Rules for a Perfectly Decorated New Year’s Party

'People Think My Personality Is Cheeky and Fun. People Think I Must Also Be a Maximalist. Actually, I'm Serious and a Minimalist. I Hope Everything I've Ever Made Could Be Seen as Minimalist' – Inside the Surprising and Considered World of Jonathan Adler

This Is a Ski Chalet, but With Zero of the Ski Chalet Decor Tropes – Explore a Mountain Getaway That's Relaxed, Refined, and Ready for Entertaining

‘It Felt So Sterile!’ – Designer Jess Cooney Used Every Decor Trick She Knew to Breathe Life and Personality Into This Once-Bland Home

‘It’s Meant to Look Like a Well-Heeled College Kid’s Home’ – See How This New York Apartment Fuses Quiet Luxury With a Casual Nuance

Smart, Sleek, and Unapologetically Beautiful – Tech Designed to Be Seen and Used - 2025

Timeless and Thoughtful Tableware That Turns Every Meal into an Occasion

Timeless Finishing Touches That Bring Comfort, Style, and Personality to Every Room

Smart, Sleek, and Unapologetically Beautiful – Tech Designed to Be Seen and Used

Elegant Essentials for Gardeners Who Love Every Leaf and Bloom

Gifts for the Home Cook Who Loves Every Simmer, Stir, and Sizzle

Victoria Hagan's 7 Rules for Perfecting Her New American Classic Look

‘You Have to Be Open to the Possibilities and Bring a Sense of Fun to Everything You Do’ – Victoria Hagan Knows How to Create Spaces That Make People Feel Good

Designer Justina Blakeney Says This Paint Color Flatters Everyone and Is Perfect for Drenching Rooms

Justina Blakeney Swears by This One Easy Rug Styling Trick – 'It Brings So Much Warmth to a Space'

3 Design Lessons Justina Blakeney Just Taught Us About Refined Maximalism

Layered Lives: 'I Want to Come Home to Good Vibes' – Justina Blakeney Knows How to Create Mood-Boosting Decor That Feels as Joyful as It Looks

Fall Family Sundays at the Table

The Capsule: The Tailored Bedroom

'My goal is to create a tranquil place' – Designer Jess Cooney knows just how to fill even the busiest home with a sense of peace

'Not every piece of furniture needs to be as important,' says designer Tineke Triggs, who knows what makes a room comfortable – and what you don’t need to stress over

'We’re not the safe designers to call,' say Lia McNairy and Azar Fattahi, which is why – as LALA Reimagined – they create such layered, spirited, and luxe-looking homes