Holly is a Content Editor at Ideal Home and has been working at the brand since June 2023. Specialising in kitchens and bathroom content, Holly spends her time figuring out how to make these spaces practical for everyday life, as well as undoubtedly stylish.
Prior to this, she was Features Editor at Top Ten Reviews where she focussed on practical, how-to home and garden advice. Holly graduated with a bachelor's degree in English Literature from The University of Birmingham in 2020, and immediately joined the editorial team at Howdens where her love for writing about interiors (and kitchens!) blossomed.
When she's not reading or writing, you can find her exploring the best London bars and brunch spots, or planning the next budget-friendly city break.
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Where is your happy place?
My happy place is curling up with a book or reality TV on the chaise section of the sofa in my West London flat, right next to the sash window. The living room is south-facing so this spot feels like I'm sunbathing, even in the winter months. When I need a break from the city, I love relaxing at my parent's house in the Bedfordshire countryside. The view of uninterrupted fields and an alpaca farm right from my bed never gets old, especially on a slow morning with a coffee.
What’s your home addiction?
My ever-expanding book collection is both a blessing and a curse. My favourite books take pride of place on the built-in shelves in my living room, and they're now sprawling out into every corner of the flat. I can't walk into a bookshop without adding to my TBR list, so I'm constantly looking for clever storage solutions to show them off. Currently, I'm on the lookout for pastel Scandi-inspired storage crates to stack books in, as well as a floating shelf for the wall.
What is your next home project?
Having recently moved into a new flat (just down the road), I am working on revamping the space. It's darker than my previous flat so making sure the decor is bright and inviting is my biggest goal. I'm also leaning towards a more traditional aesthetic in my bedroom so finding the perfect pattern-clashing decor and cosy wall light to add to my bedside is top of my priority list.
Latest articles by Holly Cockburn
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Outdoor table wardrobes are the secret to making alfresco hosting simple this summer – here's why you need one in your gardenThis easy storage idea will make summer dining a breeze
By Holly Cockburn
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Saunas and ice baths are making their way into our outdoor spaces in 2026 – here's why this wellness trend is made for gardens and budgets of any sizeIt will transform how you use your garden
By Holly Cockburn
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Ideal Home Bathroom Award Winners 2026Outstanding designs and products that impressed our expert editors this year
By Holly Cockburn
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I've hunted high and low for the best pizza oven stands under £350 – these 12 stand out styles caught my eyeGet your pizza station kitted out for the summer
By Holly Cockburn
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Convenience zones are the secret to making your outdoor cooking space work harder this summerFrom social zones to prep areas, here's how to create a functional layout
By Holly Cockburn
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These 3 kitchen storage styles will make your kitchen look more expensive in 2026They're the secret to a stylish, high-end design
By Holly Cockburn
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5 outdoor kitchen trends to get your garden ready for hosting and diningFrom low-cost paint updates to lighting that adds ambience
By Holly Cockburn
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This boot room colour trend isn't going anywhere in 2026 – Lick's x Hunter is the paint collaboration to try nowThis heritage hue has been given a contemporary twist by Lick
By Holly Cockburn
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Alfresco dining season is finally here - from wall lights to table lamps, these are the outdoor kitchen lighting picks to complete your set-upTake your outdoor kitchen from day to night with these 16 buys
By Holly Cockburn
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Following the 70/30 design rule is a shortcut to a perfectly designed kitchenHere's how to use it in practise
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm a kitchen editor on a bid to create the ultimate outdoor pizza oven set-up, and these are 12 accessories you needThis is all you need for a set-up that will rival the pros
By Holly Cockburn
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The Cotswold outdoor kitchen trend is the chicest way to dine alfresco this summerThis timeless trend couldn't be easier to achieve
By Holly Cockburn
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The 3 best places to shop for ready-made café curtains on the high street for that bistro-chic lookPut down the sewing machine - these café curtains are affordable and ready to hang
By Holly Cockburn
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Chef's kitchens are a big trend for 2026 and beyond – these pro-level tips will make your cooking space so much more practicalLevel up your cooking space just like the pros
By Holly Cockburn
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These 3 compact wet rooms show how to make the best out of a tricky layout – with tips on how to add style from bathroom design expertsTurn your small or awkward space into a wet room with this expert advice
By Holly Cockburn
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Bathroom living rooms are a big trend in 2026 – the bathroom of Bert and May's founder is a masterclass in creating a cosy but practical schemeA tiled fireplace will make any bathroom feel inviting
By Holly Cockburn
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I finally made my own café bistro trend for years – for less than £35, it transformed my open-plan kitchenIt's the perfect way to blend privacy with style
By Holly Cockburn
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These outdoor kitchens all use the same simple but effective colourful trick for a striking and stylish look – and you can recreate it in a weekendColour is the best way to spruce up an outdoor kitchen this summer
By Holly Cockburn
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Fed up with clutter? This is the exact amount of crockery you *actually* need in a kitchenThe exact equation for a clutter-free kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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These 3 bijou wet rooms make a serious case for ditching a shower tray in 2026 – this is how to make this stylish layout work in a tiny spaceTake inspiration from these 3 real homes with major design points
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm an M&S-obsessed editor who checks the 'new in' section every day – this chic picnicware stopped me in my tracksPicnicware just got seriously stylish
By Holly Cockburn
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Kitchen bins shouldn't be an afterthought – 12 best kitchen bins that will help you recycle better in 2026, chosen by a picky editorTurn a practical purchase into a pretty one too
By Holly Cockburn
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Goodbye dish racks, this new space-saving trend is the ultimate alternative to keep worktops organised and clutter-free in a kitchenWall storage is the secret to an organised and practical kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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The unexpected colourful chair theory is the easiest way to revamp a kitchen this spring – this is how to get the lookA pop of colour is all you need
By Holly Cockburn

