Molly Malsom
I’ve worked in the interiors magazine industry for the past five years, including Homes & Antiques and The English Home, and joined Homes & Gardens at the beginning of 2024 as the Kitchens & Bathrooms editor.
While I love every part of interior design, kitchens and bathrooms are some of the most exciting to design, conceptualize, and write about. There are so many trends, materials, colors, and playful decor elements to explore and experiment with.
When it comes to my own home, I’m always inspired by designers whose style embraces a mix of old and new with warm neutrals and moody colors. I love dark wood tones, leopard print accessories, all things marble, and finding the perfect balance between cozy and elevated.
Latest articles by Molly Malsom
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deVOL's newest collection is the design feature your kitchen has been missing – it's the perfect blend of cozy and classic
If you thought kitchen wallpaper wasn't your style, this 'Ditsy Delft' design will change your mind
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Butter yellow kitchens are dividing opinions – but these 7 designs prove this soft hue is more than just a fleeting trend
Soft yet colorful, butter yellow kitchens are dominating color trends this spring
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7 bathroom floor tile trends interior designers have on their radar for 2025
Blending style and practicality, this year's bathroom floor tile trends are sure to elevate your design
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These are the kitchen backsplash trends designers predict will take over in 2025
This year's kitchen backsplash trends feature everything from tiles to stone and even metallics
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Everything you need to know about soapstone countertops – the on-trend dark, durable and affordable natural stone
Soapstone countertops are an emerging material to know about, offering a dark, unique, and more durable natural stone option
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This original 1950s kitchen has been sensitively remodeled into a timeless, transitional scheme
A classic color palette and unexpected details have retained the character of this once-outdated kitchen
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Sorry color drenching, this is the new way to 'drench' a room – designers explain why wood drenching is the key to adding rich texture to your home
Rich, warm, and natural, this is the most timeless way to drench a room
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Suddenly, every expensive-looking bathroom has an alcove bathtub – interior designers explain the enduring appeal of this built-in design
Alcove bathtubs are such a simple design approach, but we have seen so many examples recently that prove how luxurious they can make a bathroom feel
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These are the bathroom tile trends designers say will be everywhere in 2025
Functional and decorative, these are the tile trends that will elevate your bathroom this year
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A remodel inspired by an inherited painting has transformed this family kitchen from dull and outdated to a cozy and utterly timeless space
Layered lighting and a mix of traditional and modern elements were key to this kitchen remodel
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Can you put seating around a portable kitchen island? Design experts weigh in on navigating this tricky layout
Here's how to design a portable kitchen island with seating that doesn't become a storage nightmare
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A once-abandoned Canadian chalet has been brought back to life with custom furniture and characterful antiques from the designers' travels
Warm, cozy, and sympathetic to its roots – this remodeled chalet is a lesson in how to update an old home tastefully
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What kitchen colors go best with a marble countertop? Designers share their favorite pairings for a timeless scheme
These are the designer-approved hues that allow the beauty of marble to truly shine
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I always thought this color combination felt too coastal – but this timeless Studio McGee kitchen has proved me wrong
This scheme proves the right shades are key to a sophisticated kitchen design
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The best colors to pair with oak kitchen cabinets, according to interior designers
These are the hues to introduce to a wood kitchen for an endlessly tasteful scheme
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My small bathroom layout felt awkward and crowded – but this surprisingly easy swap has completely transformed the space
Bathroom vanities can take up a lot of space, here's how choosing a design with a narrower depth made my space feel so much bigger
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Updating your bathroom in 2025? Designers say these 5 swaps will completely transform your space
These subtle changes are the key to an elevated bathroom this year
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Kitchen 'cabinet hats' are the must-have design feature for 2025 – and they're the most unique way to personalize your scheme
This is your sign to add this year's most coveted accessory to your kitchen
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11 interior designers share their go-to places to buy bathroom lighting
Give your bathroom a designer finish with their recommended lighting brands
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Tile murals are the designer-approved way to elevate a kitchen backsplash – here's how to make this revived feature feel on-trend in 2025
Striking and stylish, this is your sign to make a tile mural backsplash the star of your kitchen
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This small Studio McGee kitchen has an unexpected layout – and it will make you re-consider a one-wall design even if you have a big space
Just because you can fit a big kitchen doesn't mean you always should, and this bijou scheme by designer Shea Mcgee proves it
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10 kitchen hardware trends to know about if you’re updating your scheme in 2025
From vintage designs to space-age finishes, 2025's kitchen hardware trends are vast, varied, and utterly stylish
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We are seeing lemon kitchen decor everywhere right now – and it's the summery lift our spaces need in the depths of January
Hints of lemon will add color and charm to your kitchen, and there's a zesty buy for every space
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Is a bold powder room the new must-have design feature? Here's why designers are loving more daring designs in the smallest room of the home
Small but impactful – bold powder rooms are an instant way to wow guests and experiment with more eccentric designs
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