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 inside Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood's house - it's all-singing, all-dancing!
Two paddocks, a pool and a sprinkling of glitter are just a few of the reasons we love this property
By Laurie Davidson
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The easiest way to keep your house spotless – without doing any housework!
Promotional feature with Crown
By Laurie Davidson
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Forget Gonks, Instagram is going crackers for this B&M Christmas decoration
And so will you be!
By Laurie Davidson
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Revealed: The most popular Jo Malone scent - it may surprise you
Warning: these best-smelling scents will have you reaching for your debit cards
By Laurie Davidson
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The most popular paint colours of the summer on Instagram revealed
It's not just the weather that's hotting up – these colours are sizzling this season
By Laurie Davidson
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Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley's new state-of-the-art kitchen is filled with stylish features
From navy cabinets to mirrored splashbacks this space is packed with style
By Laurie Davidson
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Step inside this stunning converted farmhouse in Northumberland
We know this home tour is going to blow your mind!
By Laurie Davidson
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Savvy homeowner transforms awkward bedroom alcove into a Hollywood-style dressing room
You won't believe the before and after!
By Laurie Davidson
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Urban Outfitters has launched a new on-trend paint range exclusively with COAT
These nine stand-out shades have us reaching for our paintbrushes
By Laurie Davidson
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See how this bland bathroom was given a colourful makeover for less than £150
We love its skinny painted tiles!
By Laurie Davidson
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You won't believe the views from this Cornish beachfront apartment in St Ives
Disclaimer: No other view is going to compare!
By Laurie Davidson
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These need-to-know paint trends will totally transform your space for Spring/Summer 2021
Promotional feature with Crown Paint
By Laurie Davidson
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These bedroom drawers have been given a whole new look for under £75
…and the owner has made a whopping £325.21 profit!
By Laurie Davidson
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Calling all colour lovers! See inside this rainbow-hued maisonette in London
A vibrant maisonette with a colour-clash interior
By Laurie Davidson
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Revealed: John Lewis & Partner’s best-selling Christmas decorations this year
These three ornaments are flying off the shelves
By Laurie Davidson
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See how this savvy Instagrammer created a stylish radiator cover using pre-cut panels
You'll be wanting to try this DIY hack for yourself
By Laurie Davidson
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See how this savvy Instagrammer created a stunning garden bar for under £50
Keep the drinks flowing with this easy DIY project
By Laurie Davidson
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B&M's new fire pits have caused a shopping frenzy – see what all the fuss is about
See why everyone's going mad for these hot new heaters
By Laurie Davidson
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Revealed: the most mischievous dog breeds that shouldn't be left alone with your best pillows
Can you guess which one comes top?
By Laurie Davidson
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See inside Alan Carr's country home as he returns to our screens as host of Interior Design Masters
Alan Carr is back on our screens as the host of Interior Design Masters 2021
By Laurie Davidson
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Inside Loose Women star Stacey Solomon's beautifully organised home
Queen of Instagram's 'tap to tidy' button, Stacey's house is immaculately presented, inside and out
By Laurie Davidson
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Take a look inside this quaint farmhouse with a modern twist
Will you be swayed by its whimsical charm?
By Laurie Davidson
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Katie Piper wants your old Christmas decorations for a very important reason
It's for a very special cause…
By Laurie Davidson
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Be inspired by this homeowner's amazing second-hand kitchen makeover
A secondhand kitchen from eBay has taken this room from drab to fab
By Laurie Davidson