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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Should you put a sink on your kitchen island? Experts weigh in on the best place to locate this kitchen essential
Style and function are key in the kitchen – and where you put your sink has a big impact
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Is white a good color for a kitchen? Experts share the best ways to introduce this classic neutral to your scheme
A timeless hue or a color to avoid? Experts weigh in with their thoughts on white kitchens
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Shea McGee just shared her pared-back, harvest-inspired porch decor – here's how to recreate her scheme
Faux pumpkins and simple lanterns have never looked so good
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10 things every kitchen needs, according to interior designers
Their tips will help you ensure your kitchen doesn't go without
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5 things to never put on your kitchen countertops, according to interior designers
Keep your countertops functional and clutter-free with these designer tips
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I don't like to copy designs, but these 4 beautiful kitchens are filled with inspiration you will want to recreate
These kitchens are sure to inspire a kitchen refresh – and it's the timeless style you've been searching for
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Should you put a cooktop on your kitchen island? Experts weigh in on whether this appliance belongs at the center of your space
Discover whether a cooktop belongs at the heart of your kitchen or somewhere less prominent
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Should you add lamps to your kitchen? Experts on whether or not lampscaping works in your cooking space
Designers weigh in on whether kitchen lamps add much-needed ambiance or simply impede on your countertops
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Are kitchen islands going out of style? Experts weigh in on whether it's time to ditch this beloved feature
A pillar of luxury or a fleeting design? Discover if the kitchen island is still the most coveted design feature
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5 ways to add interest to your kitchen ceiling without using wallpaper
Wallpaper isn't the only way to make a feature of the fifth wall – and these expert approved ways to add interest to your kitchen ceiling (sans wallpaper) prove it
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What's the best alternative to marble countertops? 5 materials to consider with the same luxe appeal
These marble countertop alternatives are just as impressive, and in some cases more durable, according to experts
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Every chic kitchen I am seeing right now has this feature in common
Maximizing natural light and adding a unique feature to your scheme, the solarium kitchen trend is capturing everyone's attention
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What’s the best color for your bathroom vanity? Experts share their go-to hues for a sophisticated scheme
Usually the focal point of your bathroom, these are the vanity colors to choose for an elevated design
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Shea McGee's latest kitchen project is 'charming in all the right ways' – here's a closer look at its neutral, transitional design
Warm neutrals and wood tones combine to create this stunning transitional kitchen – take a look inside
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5 things to never put on your kitchen island, according to interior designers
While the kitchen island is the perfect place to marry function and style, there are a few things interior designers say don't have a place here
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This is how designer Drew Michael Scott transformed his dining room from 'very bland' to a beautiful space filled with vintage character
Collected vintage decor and warm hues have turned this once drab space into a characterful dining room – take a look inside
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5 kitchen layouts you never thought to try (and why designers chose them)
Sometimes the best layout for your kitchen is one unique to your space – and these designer schemes prove sometimes the unexpected prevails
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6 kitchen styles going out of fashion in 2024, according to experts who have seen it all
If you're planning a kitchen refresh, you might want to take these fleeting styles off your inspiration board
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18 bathroom layout ideas interior designers swear by
Create a space that is equal parts luxurious and functional with these expert-approved bathroom layout ideas
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How to make Zellige tiles more unique – House of Hive Design on how to make this 2024 trend last into 2025
The designer shares a few of her favorite ways to create unique designs with zellige tiles, and they are set to be big for 2025
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These homeowners didn't want 'just another white kitchen' – so the designer gave them the most interesting and elegant neutral space
Designed by Charla Ray, the space is filled with warm hues, organic materials, and modern finishes – take a look inside
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Italian kitchen decor is trending – here’s how to infuse this traditional European style into your cooking space
Add traditional charm and lived-in style to your scheme with these Italian kitchen decor ideas
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How to nail the cozy cottage kitchen aesthetic in any home, according to interior designers who know and love the look
Cozy cottage kitchens are one of the most coveted styles – here's how interior designers achieve the look in any home
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16 kitchen layout ideas interior designers always recommend
A pretty kitchen needs to be functional, too – and these kitchen layout ideas will help you to create a practical space
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