Hugh Metcalf
Hugh is the Deputy Editor of Livingetc.com. From working on a number of home, design and property publications and websites, including Grand Designs, ICON and specialist kitchen and bathroom magazines, Hugh has developed a passion for modern architecture, impactful interiors and green homes. Whether moonlighting as an interior decorator for private clients or renovating the Victorian terrace in Essex where he lives (DIYing as much of the work as possible), you’ll find that Hugh has an overarching fondness for luxurious minimalism, abstract shapes and all things beige. He’s just finished a kitchen and garden renovation, and has eyes set on a bathroom makeover for 2022.
Latest articles by Hugh Metcalf
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Colorful living room ideas – 10 spaces that prove going all-out with color can create stylish and sophisticated spaces
Going colorful with your living room ideas is all the rage – these 10 rooms show how you can wield colors without overwhelming your home
By Hugh Metcalf • Last updated
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How can I create privacy with my garden planting? 7 tricks to solve your overlooked-backyard woes
From choosing the best hedges and trees to perfecting positioning, this is how to use landscaping to create a more private backyard
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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'They're divisive!' How an unexpected take on Brutalist interiors has us convinced these spaces can be soft and welcoming
A new approach to this architectural trend introduces surprising colors and textures into the mix – say hello to the softer side of Brutalist interiors
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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Best trees for privacy – 11 trees to plant to block out your neighbors and unsightly views
If your backyard is overlooked, planting the right trees can help you reclaim your privacy. These are the trees landscape designers always choose
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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8 hacks the best designers use to make a kitchen more ergonomic – from the right layout to raising your appliances
For a kitchen that flows better and is more comfortable to use, consider these design hacks that will ensure your space's functionality lives up to its good looks
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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'It tricks you into thinking you're on vacation' – this interior designer's own backyard is a Mediterranean dream
Interior designer Jessie Lane turned a backyard plot overtaken by an oversized pool into a modern Moroccan retreat
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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10 of the best outdoor sofas that actually make it comfortable to spend time in your backyard
From plump sectionals to cozy loveseats, these 10 outdoor sofas pick up on the latest trends, while making your backyard more comfortable, too
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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4 genius things you can do with home security in 2023 that'll give you extra peace of mind
From clever features to smart buys that can make your system smarter, here are some of the things exciting us in home security tech right now
By Hugh Metcalf • Published
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Balcony ideas – 13 thoughtful design touches that will make your apartment's outdoor space rival any backyard
These chic and stylish balcony ideas will help you make the most of a small city balcony, and turn it into a space you'll enjoy spending time in.
By Hugh Metcalf • Last updated