Ellen Finch
Ellen is deputy editor of Livingetc magazine. She cut her teeth working for sister publication Real Homes, starting as features editor before becoming deputy editor. There, she enjoyed taking a peek inside beautiful homes and discovered a love for design and architecture that eventually led her here. She has also written for other titles including Homes & Gardens and Gardeningetc. While she gets ready to buy a house of her own, she takes inspiration from the works of some of her favourite architects and tastemakers. She has a particular passion for green design and enjoys shopping small, local and second-hand where she can.
Latest articles by Ellen Finch
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What colors go with dark wood flooring? These are the 11 best paint shades to pair with your floors, from blue to coral
Choosing colors that go with dark wood flooring? These ideas from leading designers will help you nail a sophisticated scheme
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Which wall colors work best with concrete floors? Pairings to complement and elevate this industrial finish
Choosing wall colors that go with concrete floors can be tricky – but these design experts have the answers
By Ellen Finch • Published
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White marble is still a big design trend – but which colors should you pair with it? Here's what the experts say
It might be a neutral, but there's an art to picking colors that go with white marble – we asked design experts for their tips
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Lavender is trending as a cool, modern pastel – but what colors pair with it? Here's what designers say
There are more colors that go with lavender than you'd think. From vivid yellow to dark blue, here's how to pair them for a contemporary scheme
By Ellen Finch • Published
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How do you give a bathroom the perfect finishing touch? 11 designer-approved ways to make your space your own
Think you can’t personalize your bathroom? These stylish ideas for finishing touches say otherwise
By Ellen Finch • Published
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I tried one of the world's most expensive beds, owned by megastars like Drake, and found out exactly how it's made
The Swedish company Hästens makes beds costing upwards of $588,000 – so what’s the story behind them?
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Should you mix tile colors in a bathroom? Designers weigh in on how to make this bold look work
Opting for colorful bathroom tiles doesn’t mean you’re limited to just one shade – here’s how to make multiple colors work in your space
By Ellen Finch • Published
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8 kitchen finishing touches to elevate your space and make it the heart of the home
The work doesn't stop once you're done choosing countertops – these kitchen finishing touches will make your space feel whole
By Ellen Finch • Published
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The 6 relaxing kitchen colors you should be using for calming schemes, according to designers
Create a sense of zen in your kitchen with these designer-approved relaxing colors – from calming greens to dreamy blues
By Ellen Finch • Published