Rachel Edwards
Style & Interiors Editor
Rachel Edwards is the Style & Interiors Editor for Country Living and House Beautiful, covering all things design and decoration, with a special interest in small space inspiration, vintage and antique shopping, and anything colour related. Her work has been extensively translated by Elle Japan and Elle Decor Spain. Rachel has spent over a decade in the furniture and homeware industry as a writer, FF&E designer, and for many years as Marketing Manager at cult design retailer, Skandium. She has a BA in French and Italian from Royal Holloway and an MA in Jounalism from Kingston University. Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachelaedÂ
5 ways to make IKEA furniture look more expensive — and one you can do for under £6
Proof that great design needn't cost the earth
3 charity-shop finds under £50 that make a room look bespoke
How to make your home feel more personal and individual for less
How to create a room's colour scheme like a pro using the 60-30-10 rule
Get the right balance of shades every single time
30 of the best sofa brands in the UK for stylish designs at every budget
Where to buy sofas in the UK – from high street to high end, independent to vintage
31 pre-holiday home checks that will save you stress while you're away
Across every room and the garden
10 original headboard ideas that make plain bedrooms more stylish in one simple step
Scrap the standard issue headboard and get creative instead
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Cheaper to build and significantly easier to arrange
5 interiors buys that add privacy to overlooked rooms – without closing the curtains
How to take the edge off an exposed room, without dimming it in the process
Help your sofa last longer: How to care for upholstery properly – without expensive cleaning services
From weekly upkeep to tackling stains and caring for your sofa long term
6 ways to make your scorching garden the coolest spot to be in a heatwave
What use is a garden if you can't enjoy it year-round?
The UK's best vintage and antique fairs to visit this summer
Find a treasure trove of sought-after pieces at these 2026 summer events
7 antiques for small spaces that are as functional as they are stylish
Furniture built to fold, stack and roll away when not in use
8 patio essentials that block out the sight and sound of neighbours
Adding privacy rarely means walling yourself in behind a 10-foot fence
6 affordable antiques that make a room look more expensive
Creating a sense of luxury is rarely about spending more money
20 stylish picnic accessories for outdoor dining
The best picnic accessories, from blankets to baskets and beyond
These 6 paint colours instantly make small rooms feel bigger
As well as some clever paint tricks from design experts
'Silver prices are at a high': 5 vintage and antique items you should think twice about before donating
They could be worth a lot more than you realise
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90s collectibles, car boot blankets and more
8 beginner-friendly dog breeds perfect for first-time owners
Including the UK's most popular breed...
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Plus, 6 vet-approved approaches that can help relieve seasonal allergies
This Victorian doorway trend is making a comeback — and you can do it for under £100
The portiere has made an unexpected return to the modern decorator's toolkit
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You've been painting north-facing rooms all wrong
12 less-than-obvious ways to make your living room look expensive – without spending a fortune
The elevating tricks that interior designers deploy as standard
Half-drenched walls: the softer way to add maximalist colour for those who still like white
The toned-down drenching technique that works in any room
10 clever ways to decorate around features you can't change – and disguise the eyesores
How to tackle the fixtures no one knows what to do with – from radiators to extractor fans
The 9 best dog breeds for small homes — including the '40mph couch potato'
Short on space? These small and medium dog breeds won't mind a bit
5 vintage glassware pieces that are always in demand
These popular designs could be worth a pretty penny
6 antiques that work brilliantly in the garden – including a clever bird bath idea
Antique accessories ripe for repurposing
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7 Mediterranean garden ideas for a holiday-at-home feel
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'My dog was arthritic at six months old – this is everything I do to help her thrive'
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12 of the best bedside tables for style and storage – including Dusk's £99 bestseller
A guide to the best nightstands for the country-inspired home
Spring declutter: 6 things to remove from your living room now
Pieces that make your space feel smaller and messier than it actually is
13 of the best bed frames for style and support
Including a velvet upholstered ottoman bed for just £379
10 dog beds for design-conscious pet parents
Give your pet the comfort they deserve
19 small bathroom decorating tricks you’ll wish you tried sooner
Clever ways to maximise the tiniest of bathrooms
5 clues an antique is more valuable than it looks
Knowing what to look out for can make all the difference
24 easy Easter decorating ideas to transform your home for spring
Smart buys and stylish inspiration to upgrade your Easter celebration
Small kitchen ideas: 35 ways to make your room work harder
Decorating tips and tricks for the tiniest of kitchens
21 small hallway ideas to help you make the most of your space
Styling tips and decorating tricks for even the tiniest entryway
12 vintage and antique finds that can help organise your home
How to create more calm with secondhand finds
55 of the best online homeware and furniture stores
Where we go to shop for furniture and home accessories
40 of the best loveseats for saving space and snuggling up
From mid-century modern to bold velvet, these loveseats are the perfect solution for small spaces
The top 10 kitchen colours of 2026, from the classic to the unexpected
We just can't seem to agree on the best colour to use...
These 10 bedroom colours will be everywhere in 2026
One of 2025's least popular colours has taken the top spot...
Moustache cups? Witches' mirrors? The most curious antiques you can actually buy
The unique, the odd and the downright bewildering...
20 cabinet and countertop colour combinations for a well-balanced kitchen
Clever ideas to create harmony in your kitchen
12 stylish things to hang on your walls that aren’t expensive artwork
From textiles and maps, to kitchen utensils and old gym equipment...
The colour that’s gone from trendy to timeless: 17 gorgeous green kitchen ideas
Go green or go home in your next kitchen update...
Paint shades to bookmark: The colours that will make decorating easier in 2026
8 shades that work with you rather than against you
6 antiques and vintage collectables in high demand for 2026
Highly covetable, steeped in history and increasingly hard to find...
Top 10 most popular sofa colours you'll be seeing everywhere in 2026
There are some old favourites and a few surprises
These 29 interior design secrets will change the way you decorate
The decorating principles behind the most stylish homes
The top 10 most popular living room colours for 2026
There are some old favourites and a few surprising entries
10 interior design trends set to define 2026 and beyond
Trending colours and decor that won't go out of style
11 festive dining room ideas for a warm, welcoming Christmas
With oodles of decorating inspiration and clever tablescaping ideas...
12 homeware and interior Christmas gifts ideas for the houseproud
Know someone who loves all things home and soft furnishings? These gifts are for them...
15 Christmas living room ideas — from cosy decor to clever craft touches
With plenty of decorating ideas and tips
26 of the best small bedroom chairs for compact spaces
Petite accent and occasional chairs for reading, lounging and admiring
15 easy and affordable Christmas decorating ideas from dreamy country homes
DIY decorating, clever repurposing and crafty solutions
5 decorating mistakes that could be costing you hundreds
Common misjudgements that waste the most money
14 small living room ideas that feel cosy, not cramped
Compact spaces can be the most revealing test of design
Christmas gifts for gardeners: 13 ideas for the garden lover in your life
The best gifts for the professionally green-fingered and first-time gardeners