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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Gray Kitchens Aren’t Going Anywhere – Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter Makes Them Feel Timeless AgainIt's the white kitchen alternative you can pair with warm and cool tones
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The Simple Shower Curtain Trick Designers Use to Make Bathrooms Look More ExpensiveIt's a small swap that makes a big difference
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3 Kitchen Cabinet Choices That Never Go Out of Style, According to DesignersFrom classic forms to materials that get better with age
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Why Aged Kitchen Colors Are the Beautiful Alternative to Safe Neutral Kitchens – and How Designers Are Using ThemAdding richness and timeless appeal, they're the colors to have on your radar
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This Coastal Cottage Kitchen Shows How to Create a Characterful Space Without Going OverboardIt's a lesson in authenticity through unexpected red, freestanding furniture, and collected decor
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This Unconventional Kitchen Backsplash Trend Makes Small Kitchens Feel Bigger – and Adds So Much CharacterIt will make your space feel brighter, bigger, and more stylish
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3 Clever Ways to Double Your Kitchen Countertop Space Fast Without RenovatingSmall, affordable ways to reintroduce valuable surface space
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The Retro Kitchen Storage Idea We Abandoned Too Soon – and Why Designers Say it's Time to Bring it BackFreestanding and functional, it's the piece your kitchen is missing
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Oversized Range Hoods Have Dominated Kitchen Design – Why Designers Are Now Taking a More Subtle ApproachDiscover the more versatile alternative that works in kitchens of all shapes and sizes
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If You Want to Add More Character to Your Countertops, Designers Say These 5 Antiques Are the AnswerFrom framed artworks to charming vessels and pottery, these are the antique kitchen pieces designers say will instantly add character to your countertops
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What's Replacing Gray Kitchens? The Unexpected Alternative That Brings Warmth and Personality to Your Cooking SpaceIt's out with cold shades of gray, and in with soft, muted yellows
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12 White Kitchen Ideas for a Timeless, Layered, and Inviting Cooking SpaceChoose a white kitchen for its enduring style, versatility, and the color’s space-stretching effect
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The Design Details That Helped This New Kitchen Feel Like It Belonged in the Original HomeIt's a study in balancing sleek style with softer decor
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The ’00s Tuscan Kitchen Is Making a Surprising Comeback in 2026 – But Designers Have Updated These Key DetailsThe essence of these spaces stays the same, just with a few updates that feel more in keeping with today's kitchens
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Kitchen Cabinet Materials Explained – An Expert Guide to Help You Make the Best ChoiceFrom solid wood to MDF and plywood, here's everything you need to know about the most commonly used kitchen cabinet materials
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12 Kitchen Cabinet Color Ideas That Guarantee Timeless Style and Characterful DesignDiscover the kitchen cabinet colors that will suit your room and your style perfectly with our collection of colorful ideas and inspiration
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This Warm Neutral Kitchen Proves the Most Striking Designs Don't Need Bold ColorIt shows how even new homes can exude characterful design
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12 Wet Room Ideas and Curbless Showers Designers LoveTimeless inspirations for bathrooms big and small
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Why Designers Say Every Kitchen Needs Artwork – And How to Get the Balance Just RightThe secret? Less is more
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How to Style a Hutch So It Looks Beautiful and Doubles as Extra Storage – According to Interior Designers Who Swear Every Kitchen Needs OneIt's more versatile than you might think
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This ‘Custom Looking’ Wooden Pergola Is the Outdoor Kitchen Upgrade That Adds Shade, Privacy, and Style – And It’s Currently on SaleIt's the best way to create shade, shelter, and a structure to grow more plants
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What's Replacing Sage Green Kitchen Cabinets? This Is the Lesser-Used Shade Designers Can't Get Enough OfIt's darker, richer, and more sophisticated
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Designers Warn These 4 Kitchen Colors Could Devalue Your Home – These Are the Timeless Shades to Choose That Will Help You Sell QuickerYour kitchen color can have a big impact on the value of your home and how it appears to buyers
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This Open Plan Kitchen Is the Blueprint for a Lived-In Design – and Proves How Easy It Can Be to Create a Truly Personalized SpaceFrom the striking backsplash to the freestanding furniture, the designer of this space nailed cozy-meets-sociable style
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