Laurie Davidson
Laurie Davidson is a professional stylist, writer and content creator, who lives and breathes interiors. Along with working in-house on some of the UK’s leading interior magazines, she’s also styled homes and produced sets for TV shows, adverts and top brands – everyone from Valspar to Hillarys, Soak & Sleep to Dunelm.
Her career has taken her all over the country, with highlights including appearing on stage at the Ideal Home Show, hosting workshops at Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival and chatting all things interiors on Zoe Ball’s Radio 2 breakfast show, not to mention appearing as a judge for the Amara blog awards not once but twice in the last five years.
From product round-ups for the Independent and Evening Standard, to styled shoots for Stylist and Ideal Home, Laurie has a wealth of knowledge and regularly contributes tips and tricks both online and in print. And writing and styling aren’t the only strings to Laurie’s bow. Hosting events with styling demos and craft workshops, whether in store, for the press and influencers, or via video, is something she regularly enjoys.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
Anywhere with interiors that make me stop and stare, and where the sun is shining! I love to travel and take inspiration from everywhere I go, from ranch-style Deep South USA to the vibrancy of Morocco or tropical Caribbean. In the UK, I love the peacefulness of the Pig hotels along with the opulence of hotels like London’s Mandrake.
What’s your home addiction?
This one is easy: definitely vases! I have a ridiculous amount, but just can’t stop buying them. I’ve got everything from small bud vessels to large floor-standing vases, quirky shaped vases and ones with lots of texture and print. I’ve even got a prop store with two shelves dedicated to ones I use on shoots! Oh, and I can’t resist a window vase either.
What is your next home project?
We are just about to have a roof extension, which will give our house another two bedrooms and extra bathroom. It’s a huge undertaking and I’m not looking forward to all the dust and work, but I know it will be worth it in the end. Plus I get another three rooms to decorate!
Latest articles by Laurie Davidson
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See how these celebrity interior designers renovated an iconic townhouse apartment
You won't believe it's the same place!
By Laurie Davidson
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This couple built their dream home – in their parents’ garden
This couple built their own maximalist cottage in their parents’ garden!
By Laurie Davidson
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Clever storage solutions turned this retro hallway into a maximalist’s delight
It’s a room-come-treasure trove!
By Laurie Davidson
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DIYer saved £1000s giving a dated kitchen a slick ultra-modern transformation
Removing four layers of lino flooring along with PVC wall cladding was just part of this budget renovation project
By Laurie Davidson
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This living room had a surprise in store for its owners – and yours could have the same
It saved the couple a lot of money when it came time to make it over
By Laurie Davidson
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You wouldn't know this chic bedroom wall panelling makeover cost less than £100
Take your room from bland to grand with this simple cost-saving DIY project
By Laurie Davidson
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'I just needed to have a black house' - This former pebble-dash house has been completely transformed
See how upgrading the look of your home can totally transform it – and it's easier than you think
By Laurie Davidson
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These old drawers got a surprisingly new look with Farrow & Ball's Beverly paint
Vinterior and Farrow and Ball have teamed up to show us how to give secondhand furniture a luxury spin
By Laurie Davidson
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This luxury bathroom wish list included a freestanding bath and walk-in shower
See how this clever bathroom makeover made the most of a limited layout by opening up two rooms to make more space
By Laurie Davidson
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DIY outdoor table ideas - 10 inspiring projects that you can do yourself
Build the perfect piece of furniture for your garden or patio this summer
By Laurie Davidson
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This mum of two built a one-off bathroom using forest wood – and for just £100!
Dramatic dark walls and a unique hand-painted botanical wall mural are just two of the reasons why we love it
By Laurie Davidson
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Wheelie bin storage ideas – the very best ways to disguise your outdoor bins
These ingenious storage ideas will ensure your garden or drive stays wheelie bin-free while keeping them easy to access
By Laurie Davidson
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'The wooden shelf is actually from our old bed!' - genius design hacks transformed this narrow kitchen
It's a great example of how being unable to change your room layout can inspire you to work with what you've got
By Laurie Davidson
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Small front garden ideas - 10 inspirational ways to make a great first impression
Add kerb appeal and create a welcome entrance to your home, whatever its size, with clever planting, DIY and garden buys
By Laurie Davidson
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This homeowner used a smart decorating trick to transform her bathroom on a budget
It's so simple, but so effective and can save £100s on a bathroom renovation
By Laurie Davidson
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This chic bedroom makeover is full of clever DIY hacks - plus an unusual upcycle
This incredible bedroom makeover is full of surprising ideas, including using banana boxes for storage
By Laurie Davidson
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Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr is back - The lowdown on what to expect
One of the talented contestants reveals the highs and lows ahead of the new series
By Laurie Davidson
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This kitchen was given a chic new look for just £70 using genius vinyl wrap hack
An ordinary wooden kitchen was given a chic white glow-up on a shoestring budget
By Laurie Davidson
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Wish granted - young cancer survivor gets a jungle-theme bedroom makeover
The perfect place for some rest and recuperation, this new 'jungle oasis' bedroom scheme is a roaring success
By Laurie Davidson
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8 brilliant IKEA kitchen island hacks to personalise your cooking space
Find out how to create a standout centre point in your kitchen without paying big bucks
By Laurie Davidson
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'We've created our dream kitchen' - 3 dull rooms were turned into a show-stopping space
A dated dining room, kitchen and conservatory have become one big sociable space that's perfect for entertaining
By Laurie Davidson
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10 genius IKEA kitchen hacks that elevate the flatpack classics for a bespoke look
Update an affordable IKEA kitchen with these clever ideas
By Laurie Davidson
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DIY-er saved £100s upgrading an IKEA bed with this clever headboard hack
See how one homeowner created a unique headboard for just £103
By Laurie Davidson
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Downstairs toilet wallpaper ideas - give your cloakroom a characterful boost
Use downstairs toilet wallpaper ideas to transform your space, whether it's weird, wonderful or just downright stylish!
By Laurie Davidson