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 pretty open plan home exudes relaxed Cali contemporary style
Interior designer Mindy Gayer has woven her magic to create a calm, functional Californian home perfectly suited to her clients' way of life
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Vivid splashes of color transformed this historic 400 year old English cottage – take the tour
The beauty of this characterful Cotswold cottage is the way it balances nostalgic and modern design references
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Georgian house style – what it is and how to get the look
Everything you need to know about Georgian style homes, inside and out
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This carefully considered luxe family home combines function and fun
Bold use of color and pattern and customized areas to suite the family's needs ensure this Houston newbuild stands out from the crowd
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Colonial style houses – the ultimate guide to the look and how to get it
Everything you need to know about colonial style homes, inside and out
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This breath-taking beach house is full of exuberant color, pattern and fun
Interior designer Cortney Bishop has conjured up a magical decor that combines vibrant and vintage in this Kiawah Island newbuild
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Open plan and alfresco living spaces add the wow factor to this Irish family home
An Irish newbuild has been transformed with a Hamptons meets Scandi inspired extension that opens onto a stunning alfresco living space
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Clever design and a considered interior has resulted in this innovative barn home
Alluring minimalistic architecture and striking interiors that celebrate the surroundings ensure this barn conversion is the perfect family home
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This historic house is a treasure trove of period features and rich jewel tones
Under the eye of Dunning & Everard design studio, the opulent original features of this listed country house have been restored and enhanced
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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A ranch-style new-build showcases how to bring the wow factor to a neutral interior
Interior designer Jill Croka has transformed this Tulsa newbuild into a luxe family home that's the perfect place for entertaining
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A calm interior with glamorous touches elevates this home into something special
This airy new build in Virginia with its soothing neutral palette and considered textures showcases interior designer Tracy Morris' talents
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Bold architecture and a luxurious interior make for a magnificent lakeside home
This carefully considered lakeside vacation home in Wisconsin, by Morgante Wilson Architects, is a triumph of design
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A 21st century makeover has breathed new life into this period country cottage
This cottage renovation is part one of an ambitious restoration of an entire estate by Dean Poulton and Borja de Maqua
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Color, pattern and verve bring character to this once plain London apartment
Under interior designer Kate Guinness’ guidance, a London apartment received a helping of color, pattern and personality
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A pretty Craftsman house full of original features has been given a new lease of life
Interior designer Jamie Haller embraced this Californian house's period character by creating an authentic and stylish decor
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Color and statement pieces add the wow factor to this quaint US carriage house
Interior designer Markham Roberts used his creative vision to turn an old carriage house in upstate New York into a dreamy bolthole
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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This country house has a classic modern interior that will stand the test of time
Interior design studio Kitesgrove has created a rural retreat with carefully considered schemes that merge traditional and contemporary
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Step inside this joyful London apartment that's awash with color and pattern
Bold fabrics, bright colors and flea market finds ensure Cath Beckett of interior design studio Yellow London's apartment is full of personality
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Step inside this sumptuous apartment with its beautiful hotel luxe interior
The ambience of a lavish hotel has been conjured up in design studio Elicyon’s enticing and texture-rich reimagining of this London apartment
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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Behind the doors of this classic Victorian terrace, an unexpected interior awaits
Interior design practice Salvesen Graham and Flower Michelin Architects have elevated this London home into something special
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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A chic and eye-catching interior oozes wow factor in this London apartment
Unexpected, colorful, yet pulled-together – that was designer Irene Gunter and her clients’ end goal for this Victorian duplex
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This elegant rectory showcases a timeless and decorative country house look
Henriette von Stockhausen has infused this 18th-century former rectory in Oxfordshire with a look that is both classic and charming
By Vivienne Ayers Published
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9 ideas for creating eye-catching focal points in a New York newbuild apartment
Interior designer Eric Winnick has injected personality and pizazz into this newbuild, resulting in a chic and sumptuous loft-like home
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9 family-friendly design tips to take from this stylish New York apartment
A bright and fun New York home, this family orientated design by Hilary Matt combines spacesaving ideas with chic style
By Vivienne Ayers Published