
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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The designer totally transformed this kitchen with an unexpected color combination and a controversial decorating technique
The new color scheme has taken this kitchen from dark and dingy to the most personality-filled space
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Have you heard of the tri-color kitchen method? Designers say it's a guaranteed way to create a more visually interesting scheme
This three-color approach will fill your scheme with personality, whatever your design style
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Joanna Gaines has used moody colors, classic tile patterns, and ditsy florals to transform this practical mudroom – and I've found what you need to recreate the look
She's nailed the brief to create a 'functional, moody, and charming' space
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11 beautiful light blue kitchen ideas – the perfect shade for a calming cooking space
Light blue kitchens are proving popular. Here, interior designers share their tips on decorating with this uplifting hue
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I asked an interior designer what 1 thing you must do in a kitchen remodel to ensure you love it forever – their answer was surprisingly simple
According to designer Marie Flanigan, get your lighting right from the beginning, and your kitchen design will truly stand the test of time
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An underutilized tiny home has been turned into a cozy and surprisingly spacious retreat – it's all thanks to a thoughtful layout and an organic modern scheme
Warm neutrals, layered design, and timeless textures have instantly brought this space to life
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Stainless steel cabinets, retro lighting, and a bright yellow floor transformed this tired 1960s apartment kitchen into the most 'effortlessly cool' Parisian-inspired space
This might be a tiny space, but it goes big on style
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Lulu and Georgia's latest collaboration with Jake Arnold only confirms to me that warm neutrals are the best way to create timeless interiors – these are the key pieces I'm adding to my cart
The new collection, featuring rugs and wallpapers, is the epitome of quiet luxury and it's all about classic neutrals
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Goodbye subway tiles, every stylish kitchen and bathroom has replaced rectangles with squares – I am on board, as are many interior designers
Square tiles are the go-to way to add character and interest to your home, according to designers
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This open-plan outdoor kitchen was totally new territory for the designer – but the result is the dreamiest space for summer entertaining
Neutral colors, patterned tiles, and classic furniture have made this outdoor space a total oasis
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How can you make your kitchen more sociable? 10 tips from interior designers
Add warmth, cozy features, and a relaxing atmosphere to your kitchen with these expert tips
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What's making your kitchen island look cheap? 5 things to look out for, according to designers
If you want your kitchen island to look elevated, here's what designers recommend to change...
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This dated 'dungeon-like' 1980s kitchen has been transformed into a bright, inviting space – it's a lesson in mixing contemporary design with original Spanish Colonial features
A striking cabinet color pairs with traditional details and antique finds – it's a lesson in mixing kitchen styles
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How to plan a bathroom – 8 steps to design the perfect space, according to experts
Everything you need to know to plan your bathroom, from choosing the layout to tiles and decor
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I am seeing scalloped parasols everywhere and was about to spend $100s on one for my patio – but I just found this $40 version on ALDI that's just as chic
Affordable and stylish – this parasol will instantly elevated my backyard
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The best antique and vintage sales, shows, and fairs happening near you – the June dates to know about
The top antiques and vintage fairs happening in your local area this month, filled with unique homeware and furniture pieces to elevate your interiors
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This tiny kitchen proves small spaces always look better when you go big with the design decisions – it's the bold colors and characterful details that give it grandeur
Traditional style and colorful decor combine to create this striking yet utterly timeless kitchen
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10 kitchen cabinet color trends dominating 2025 so far, according to designers
These are the kitchen cabinet color trends to know about for 2025, as recommended by interior designers. From neutrals to bold hues, these shades are firm favorites
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This quietly elegant yet charming kitchen is a lesson in lived-in style – and I've found all the vintage-style accessories you need to recreate the look
This chic kitchen is filled with the most timeless Shoppe Amber Interiors finds
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Sink skirts were a huge trend last year, but 2025 is taking it further with the nostalgic skirted kitchen island – an easy yet totally stylish way to soften your scheme
The easiest way to introduce lived-in style to your kitchen
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How do you design a modern open-plan kitchen in an ancient, low-ceilinged country cottage? Ditching the wall cabinets, all the handles, and the ceiling lights was just the start
Exposed stone walls, wood cabinetry, and a harmonious flow have totally transformed this Cotswolds kitchen
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9 minimalist bathroom ideas that bring personality and interest to pared-back schemes
Minimalism is back – here's how designers nail this more restrained bathroom style
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Nate Berkus has convinced me I need this 'unconventional' feature in my kitchen – it's a totally affordable way to create a chic cooking space
The humble countertop lamp is this year's must-have kitchen decor, according to the designer (and to me)
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The kitchen in this old-meets-new home expertly balances period design and unique style – and it's all thanks to a Mediterranean-inspired scheme
Warm colors, textural details, and collected decor combine to create the most inviting kitchen that honors the old and new elements of the home
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