Vivienne Ayers
Interiors have always been Vivienne's passion – she's been through (and tried!) it all, from Changing Rooms brights to Scandi whites.
Originally from Northumberland, she studied English at Leeds University, and then moved to London where her first job was as a writer at the Financial Times, followed by a role as a sub editor at Radio Times. She did an interior design course and then landed a job on Homes & Gardens (ironically she's back there now), before working on other interiors mags such as Country Living, House Beautiful and Ideal Home.
Vivienne's always loved reader homes and gets a thrill from spotting an amazing house that she knows would be perfect for a magazine (she has been known to knock on the doors of houses with curb appeal!), so she transferred from being a chief sub editor to a role as a houses editor, where she commissions reader homes and combines her writing and editing skills with styling and art directing photographic shoots.
Vivienne worked as houses editor on Country Homes & Interiors for 15 years, before returning to Homes & Gardens when she also took on the houses editor role there four years ago. Career highlights include travelling around the country and Europe to house shoots and being inspired by some amazing interiors – from modern country barns to elegant townhouses – as well as receiving an award for best commissioned photography.
Latest articles by Vivienne Ayers
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This colorful and joyful country cottage demonstrates that charity begins at home
Interior design studio Turner Pocock were tasked with reinventing this cottage as a respite space for recovering cancer patients – so everything had to be beautiful
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A palette of joyful colors give this London home a holiday feel all year round
The Mediterranean colors and artisan pieces designer Belén White Campos decorated with have given this apartment an elegant simplicity
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This airy London pied-à-terre showcases the owner's beautiful artwork collection
A 19th century mansion block apartment has been updated by Turner Pocock with an open plan layout and a chic interior featuring eyecatching works of art
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This London townhouse's soft and serene Japandi interior belies its busy location
De Rosee Sa has transformed this period home into a design triumph with a remodeled layout, a statement staircase and a pared back Japandi interior
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8 design tips to take from this classic New England home with its pared back style
The design of this New England family bolthole by Ursino Interiors combines Shaker minimalism, a serene palette and a relaxed and cozy feel
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This East Coast Victorian farmhouse is a masterclass in blending old and new
The owners of this New Jersey period home honored its history yet brought it into the 21st century with an English country meets California aesthetic
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This Californian home has been updated with a fresh, modern English country feel
The owners of this quirky cottage style house wanted a home that felt a little younger, without losing any of its period character and charm
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This London townhouse is a masterclass in decorating with restful pastels
The owners of this home stepped out of their comfort zone and embraced an adventurous scheme that oozes calm and wellness
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This beautiful modern country home exudes the wow factor both inside and out
A neutral palette and statement luxe pieces cleverly combine to create a cozy and chic country home that works for all seasons
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Space-saving designs and vintage buys make this a practical and chic family home
With its remodeled layout and carefully considered elements, this relaxed Californian home is the perfect place to bring up a family
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This farmhouse is a masterclass in adding touches of vibrant color to a country interior
Color, pattern and a mix of antique and mid century furnishings are the key ingredients in this delightfully eclectic country-style farmhouse in Massachusetts
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Jenni Kayne's serene LA home celebrates a neutral palette of natural materials
This Cali contemporary home, created by designer Jenni Kayne and architect Vincent Van Duysen, is the very epitome of pale and interesting
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Blending both country and Shaker styles, this NY farmhouse is timelessly elegant
A picturesque, historic farmhouse has been remodeled to suit a young family, with its period style country interior epitomizing classic good looks
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This rejuvenated period home in London feels like a country house in the city
With its imaginative mix of styles, the city home of designer Sarah Brown is a showcase for her classic-meets-modern aesthetic
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This NY condo showcases color, pattern and eclectic pieces from around the world
Petrie Interior Designs went to town creating a carefully curated chic and vibrant pied-à-terre that's as diverse as the city it's located in
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This extraordinary timber clad house with its playful decor is one of a kind
Design team Studio Shamshiri and architects Marmol Radziner have distilled the wild beauty of LA’s lush canyons into this remarkable house
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This historic country house has an elegant interior that stands the test of time
The classic redesign of this notable New York country house combines neutrals with pops of color to create a warm and inviting interior
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A period home is a treasure trove of joyful color and finds from around the world
Behind the muted façade of Jeannie Fraise's Victorian house in San Francisco lies a distinctive and playful interior with an international feel
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The remodel of this Victorian house has resulted in a classically elegant interior
Set high on a hill with views of the ocean, this spectacular home was given a refreshed layout by the creatives at Sims Hilditch
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Color and pattern have transformed this family home from bland to beautiful
Designer Elizabeth Hay has brought together enticing pattern and color with more traditional elements in this Singaporean house
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This Long Island retreat draws on cabin style to evoke a modern farmhouse vibe
With its emphasis on reclaimed, salvaged and repurposed materials, this musician's Craftsman house hits all the right notes
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Soft colors and natural materials promote well-being in this home
With a soft palette of pale greens and neutrals, this country home became a calm sanctuary – full of natural goodness
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Classic American design and English country style combine in this '80s revival
Mark Lavender has conjured up childhood memories with English country style, plaid, chintz and clever use of color
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This London home shows how colorful touches can transform neutral spaces
A combination of designer Kate Guinness’ creativity and a collection of striking artwork has made this home exquisitely colorful
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