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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10 towel storage ideas to make your bathroom beautifully neat and tidy
Our clever tips and tricks for bathroom storage will ensure you never have to search for a clean towel again
By Laurie Davidson
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Take a walk on the wild side with this dramatic downstairs toilet makeover
Animal-print wallpaper, pink wall panelling and sleek black fittings were order of the day for this clever homeowner
By Laurie Davidson
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Kitchen island ideas on a budget – clever ways to add in this must-have feature
We've rounded up the most inventive solutions from industry experts to complete your dream kitchen
By Laurie Davidson
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Small kitchen ideas on a budget – 10 ways to make the most of a compact space
Not blessed with a large kitchen? Then don't miss these handy tips and tricks to help you create a stylish and practical design that doesn’t cost a fortune
By Laurie Davidson
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Homeowner saved £1000s turning rotting bathroom into a Moroccan-inspired retreat
In dire need of an update, this unloved room had a good dose of TLC to turn it from dark and damp to totally vamped!
By Laurie Davidson
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A savvy DIYer updated her kitchen with bold floral patterns for just £50
This magnolia new-build got a big dose of personality with floral wallpaper in the kitchen – but not on the walls!
By Laurie Davidson
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This dining room has been given a cosy upgrade ready for the festive season
From cold glitzy grey to warm sophisticated neutrals, this room got the pizazz it needed to make it just right for entertaining
By Laurie Davidson
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Is there an ideal bedroom temperature? Sleep scientists share how to get it right
Is your bedroom too hot or too cold?
By Laurie Davidson
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This home swapped dull magnolia interiors for a striking monochrome scheme
It was bye-bye magnolia and hello smart monochrome
By Laurie Davidson
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This en-suite bathroom makeover is proof that a small space can still be big on style
See how one homeowner turned her plain en suite into a luxe-looking space with ample storage and quality fittings
By Laurie Davidson
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Clever makeover alert - this dated kitchen was transformed for a bargain £100
You won't believe the difference some paint and vinyl has made – it looks like an entirely different room!
By Laurie Davidson
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10 small bedroom decor ideas to get the most out of your bedroom
Clever ideas to create your dream bedroom in a limited space with advice from industry experts
By Laurie Davidson
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TV's Vogue Williams has given her spare bedroom a Hamptons-style makeover
All ready to welcome guests, this cosy coastal-look space has gone from blank canvas to beautifully inviting and indulgent
By Laurie Davidson
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Step inside the utility room of dreams – this colourful makeover is truly inspiring
Doing the washing doesn't seem so bad when it's in a beautiful room like this one!
By Laurie Davidson
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A bit of DIY saved a homeowner £20K on this navy open plan kitchen renovation
Navy cabinetry, bare brick and bi-fold doors all help give this new family-friendly room the wow factor
By Laurie Davidson
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Fitted wardrobes have transformed a dreary spare bedroom into a dream dressing room
Installing fitted wardrobes in an unused bedroom has given stacks of clothes storage and created a glam new dressing room
By Laurie Davidson
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This contemporary new-look kitchen cost the owner just £350 to create
Painting the cabinetry and adding new handles was only the start of the new-look design
By Laurie Davidson
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Couple gives kitchen a designer look-a-like makeover on a shoe-string budget
Minimal and serene with a designer edge, this scheme has an up-to-date look that oozes calm
By Laurie Davidson
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A derelict house bought for £1 has been transformed into a beautiful retreat
Two years of hard graft and £60,000 later, you won’t believe how this house looks now
By Laurie Davidson
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This dull magnolia bathroom was given a bold terracotta transformation for £175
This homeowner turned a dull bathroom scheme into a relaxing haven using clever DIY tricks and bargain budget buys
By Laurie Davidson
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Homeowner transformed a psychedelic nightmare into a Japandi dream house
The psychedelic paint colours had to go on this house renovation
By Laurie Davidson
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How this homeowner saved £10,000 on her kitchen makeover - all her tips and tricks
A bland scheme was unbelievably turned into a stunning space for only £120!
By Laurie Davidson
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Renter transforms living room with a striking parquet floor for just £183
Sometimes it pays to go poking around under a carpet, even in a rented property
By Laurie Davidson
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Clever mum reveals the secret to saving £1000s on a dream bathroom renovation
Facebook marketplace and a spot of DIY helped keep this beautiful bathroom makeover on budget
By Laurie Davidson