
Holly Cockburn
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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Sorry white towels, this is the towel trend I'm seeing in the most stylish bathrooms right now - and John Lewis has the best versions
It's such an easy, affordable bathroom upgrade
By Holly Cockburn
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Susannah Constantine's garden parasol shows that this retro pattern is making a revival - take a lesson from this style expert
This nostalgic trend will look good in any garden
By Holly Cockburn
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10 Coastal bathroom ideas to turn your washroom into a nautical hideaway designed for escaping
Invoke memories of your favourite beach holiday with our coastal bathroom ideas
By Holly Cockburn
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11 White bathroom ideas for a soothing, minimal scheme – without being boring
A white scheme will never go out of fashion
By Holly Cockburn
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These are the best paint finishes for dark colours in a kitchen, according to experts – hide fingerprints by picking a practical finish
Balance brightness with practicality with these paint finishes
By Holly Cockburn
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3 colours paint experts swear by for a Victorian terraced house kitchen - it's the secret to a light and spacious design
The right shade will transform a dark Victorian space
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm taking Paul Hollywood's lead when it comes to choosing the most stylish kettle and toaster - the colour scheme will never date
It's a lesson in investing in your small appliances
By Holly Cockburn
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I couldn't believe the price of these kitchen storage buys in the IKEA Summer Sale - they'll double the space in your kitchen for under £5
You can't go wrong when the prices are this good
By Holly Cockburn
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15 Open-plan kitchen ideas that inspire a spacious, inviting and practical cooking space
These beautiful open-plan kitchen ideas offer inspiration and tips on how to achieve this practical design in your home
By Holly Cockburn
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Design experts warn to avoid this undertone when choosing a colour for a north-facing kitchen
A simple switch can make a huge difference
By Holly Cockburn
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I'm a kitchen editor and these are the 3 unexpected colours to use in a kitchen that are secretly stylish
They might not be obvious choices, but they bring the wow factor
By Holly Cockburn
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Trust me, these Habitat glasses are going to sell out fast – they're the perfect retro trend for outdoor dining
You can get a set of four for just £12
By Holly Cockburn
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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros - pick the perfect shade for large, small, dark and light spaces
The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...
By Holly Cockburn
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This IKEA bestseller is a simple way to achieve a high-end looking outdoor kitchen this summer
And you can build upon it year on year
By Holly Cockburn
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Midimalist style is the pro-clutter trend your bathroom drastically needs - here's how to get the look
Combine laidback style with everyday functionality
By Holly Cockburn
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Everyone with expensive taste is buying these 6 tableware picks from The White Company's Summer Sale – they start at £8
Your summer table, inside or out, will have never looked better
By Holly Cockburn
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19 green kitchen ideas – verdant shades guaranteed to breathe life into your cooking space
These beautiful green kitchen ideas will show you how to incorporate this invigorating, on-trend shade into the heart of your home
By Holly Cockburn
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It's time to say goodbye to grey kitchen walls – paint experts say these 3 colours are best for an inviting cooking space
These three shades are the secret to an on-trend kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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Is your bin colour the secret to making your kitchen more stylish? This simple tweak could make all the difference
This underrated feature can make a real impact
By Holly Cockburn
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Paul Hollywood's 5 kitchen essentials are the ultimate buys for budding bakers
This is where I'd start when shopping for kitchenware
By Holly Cockburn
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Ideal Home Bathroom Award Winners 2025 - the ultimate bathroom products and designs as chosen by our expert editors
These are the products and design details to keep on your radar this year
By Holly Cockburn
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Trust me, these 3 kitchen wallpaper trends are all the inspiration you need for a timeless cooking space
We can't get enough of these heritage-inspired prints
By Holly Cockburn
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Do peel-and-stick splashback tiles last? Two homeowners who've used them reveal whether this budget kitchen upgrade is worth it
Should you spend time on this DIY project?
By Holly Cockburn
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21 warm and inviting country kitchen ideas to add charm to the heart of your home
Give the heart of your home a taste of rural life with our top country kitchen ideas
By Thea Babington-Stitt