Miriam Habtesellasie
Miriam Hab
About me
I’m Miriam, a freelance writer here at Idealhome.co.uk, the UK’s leading interiors website.
I’m worked across a number of women’s lifestyle brands during my four years at TI Media Limited and have found that writing about interiors comes naturally to me.
After being brought up on a TV diet of property shows including Grand Designs, Location, Location, Location and Escape to The Country ,it was only a matter of time before I put virtual pen to paper and began honing my writing prowess to homes.
And when it comes to sources of inspiration for the content I write, I’m spoilt for choice living in the capital. From stunning architecture right the way through to eye-catching department store window displays, there’s always an angle to be found that can translate to our abodes.
My Ideal Home
18 months ago I bought my own 'ideal home', a spacious one-bed flat in a leafy part of southwest London. The flat’s décor is still evolving but includes a coastal-themed living room – a stripy blue and white IKEA sofa taking centre stage – and a grey/copper and blush scheme in the bedroom inspired by Pinterest.
Some key prints from Etsy have also helped to liven up spaces where I don’t have the budget/bravery to completely transform – i.e. the kitchen.
My favourite places to shop
I love to shop around when it comes to interiors purchases and am not a slave to one particular brand – if it works for my home and is in budget, it’s going in my shopping basket. Saying that I’m a big fan of supermarket home brands and have snapped up items from Sainbury’s Home and George Home.
A favourite piece in my home is white and wood floor lamp from Marks and Spencer. It’s really timeless and it’s the kind of buy that I’ll definitely take with me when I get onto the next rung of the property ladder.
Latest articles by Miriam Habtesellasie
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B&M are now selling garden buildings online – and we’re ready to live out our She Shed dreams
BM garden buildings – Enjoy your garden space all year round thanks to these affordable, and stylish, garden buildings.
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Calling all first-time buyers! THIS leading high street bank has launched a 100% mortgage – to make your property dreams come true
Hands up who's already started mentally staging their new home?
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Take a tour of this stunning Chelsea Mews house complete with its own roof terrace
This terraced home is on the market for an asking price of £2.89m
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Homes in these towns secure an offer in just 27 days – can you guess where they are?
There's a hurry on for these homes
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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These are the WORST cities and towns for female first-time buyers saving for a deposit
Even raiding the piggy bank won't remedy this
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Peter Andre's House is on sale - it's had more than a 60 minute makeover!
The modern detached home in Brighton is on sale for £2.25 million.
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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We're totally hung up on this new alternative Christmas tree trend
It's a Christmas tree, but not as we know it...
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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First-time home buyer guide – how to get on the property ladder for the first time
Everything you need to know about getting on the property ladder for the first time
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Step Inside Amanda Lamb’s stylish London home
That bathroom!
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Inside Masterchef co-presenter Gregg Wallace's stunning Kent mansion
It's got taste written all over it
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Introducing the sell-out Game of Thrones beanbag that WILL be coming back into stock
We can just imagine Jon Snow perched on this
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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How to clean a TV screen with Vaseline, distilled water, coffee filters and more – do away with the dust!
How to clean a TV screen – Find out how to get your TV screen gleaming once more, without the associated streaks, with our handy guide.
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Step inside this stunning Grade II-listed country house in Somerset
This impressive home is on the market for £1.95 million
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Inside Liz Earle’s stunning country pile in the West Country
We're only a teeny bit jealous!
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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MADE launches new Stockholm showroom – could it be ready take on IKEA?
Is Scandi style on the horizon?
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Judge for yourself - Does Tyra Banks house have model good looks?
Located in one of LA's most sought-after property enclaves, it's easy to see why this stunning home has already been snapped up...
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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The Welsh town made famous by Gavin and Stacey has seen the UK's biggest increase in house prices
And there's a lot to love
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Samuel L Jackson's New York apartment is for sale - from Pulp Fiction to property reality
The actor's modern NYC apartment is on sale for $13 million!
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Inside the real Downton Abbey: Take a tour of Highclere Castle
Now this is what we call a perfect period property!
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Inside I'm a Celebrity star Emily Atack's house – discover all her style secrets
The actress has used her home as a stage for her distinct interiors style...
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Take a tour around these striking converted waters tower in Essex
This one-of-a-kind home is on sale for £1.6 million
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Take a tour of this stylish semi-detached home in Notting Hill
This beautiful home is on the market for £1.625 million
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Take a tour of this semi-detached family home in South-West London featuring the most impressive interiors
This stunning home is on the market for a guide price £1.165 million
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake’s house has sold – take a look inside their New York penthouse of pop
This A-list apartment has just been snapped up for a cool $6.35 million!
By Miriam Habtesellasie