Sophie Warren-Smith
Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. She graduated from Chelsea School of Art where she studied surface pattern and print, and after a tutor there suggested she considered styling as a career Sophie, after assisting several interior stylists, applied for a job covering a maternity leave at Woman & Home magazine and became their Acting Lifestyle Assistant which she loved. A couple of years later, she was back covering for the Home Stylist’s maternity leave and from there went on to work both freelance and in-house at BBC Good Homes as Features Writer and styling and writing interior pages for Sunday Express’s She magazine, Ikea, Period Living, House Beautiful, Real Homes and Ideal Home. Three years ago Sophie trained to be a florist and Flowers Inside My Head was launched where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. In the last two years, Sophie has become a regular contributing editor at H&G writing features that include color, pattern and texture and how to make them work in your home effortlessly.
After 10 years in London, Sophie now lives in West Yorkshire with her husband, son and beagle, Pip.
Latest articles by Sophie Warren-Smith
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Yellow bathroom ideas – 10 statement color schemes for a cheerful space
Bring joy to purely functional space with our curated selection of the best yellow bathroom ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Yellow bedroom ideas – 10 ways to use this cheerful color in your sleep space
Yellow bedroom ideas create the warmest and most inviting of spaces – and they're perfect for every home
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Grey and white bedroom ideas – 10 neutral color schemes to inspire
These grey and white bedroom ideas will inspire you to decorate with this most elegant of neutral color combinations
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Blue and white bedroom ideas – 10 fresh updates on this cool, contemporary color combination
This classic color pairing has enduring appeal – and is a sure-fire way to create a fresh and elegant scheme
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Red bedroom ideas – 11 ways to use this bold color in your sleep sanctuary
Make a rich, sophisticated and bold statement with red bedroom ideas. These spaces are perfect for relaxing and cocooning, too
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Closet lighting ideas – 10 smart ways to illuminate a dressing area
If you are keen to get ready for the day (or night) in style, consider these smart closet lighting ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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How to style a bookcase – the 10 rules our decorating editors never break
Learn how to style a bookcase to display your tomes like a professional interior decorator
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Small bathroom shower tile ideas – 10 looks that enhance a compact space
These small bathroom shower tile ideas use all the tricks in the interior design bible to enhance a compact space
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Shower storage ideas – 10 ways to keep your shower neat
These shower storage ideas are designed to help your bathroom, shower room or wet room remain elegant and tidy
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Bathroom art ideas – 10 ways to create a unique, more personal space
These bathroom art ideas offer inspiration for you to personalize your sanctuary space and explain what to avoid
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Vinyl bathroom flooring ideas – 10 easy to clean floors that imitate the look of luxury materials
These vinyl bathroom flooring ideas mean you can get a high-end look without the high maintenance
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Non-slip bathroom flooring ideas – 10 beautiful yet functional designs for underfoot
From ceramic to encaustic, porcelain to vinyl, these non-slip bathroom flooring ideas are both practical and stylish
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Marble bathroom flooring ideas – 10 ways to create a luxurious look with marble
New interpretations keep this metamorphic rock an enduring classic – and make marble bathroom flooring ideas a must-see
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Powder room vanity ideas – 10 ways to bring a sense of order to this small space
Bring order to your powder room with a vanity unit or washstand for your basin
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Modern powder room ideas – 10 designs to inspire your next remodel
These modern powder room ideas will turn an unused area into a beautiful yet functional space
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Double island kitchens – 10 ideas for more counter and storage space
Double island kitchens offer a ton of extra space for everyone – from keen cooks to home-workers
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Kitchen makeovers – 11 remodeling kitchen ideas before and after
These kitchen makeovers show how remodeling a kitchen can totally transform a space
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Living room wall lighting ideas – 10 stylish ways to brighten your space
These living room wall lighting ideas will add important layering that can enhance, lighten and soften a space
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Kitchen corner cabinets – 10 stylish ideas to maximize your space
Corners can be tricky places to deal with, that’s where kitchen corner cabinets come in
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Shoe storage ideas – 10 practical ways to store your footwear
Whether you are a capsule wardrobe fan or have a fabulous collection, they need their own place
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Kitchen island mistakes – and how to avoid them
Top kitchen designers highlight kitchen island mistakes so that you get the design of yours right first time
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Remodelling ideas for small kitchens – 10 expert tips for tiny spaces
Remodelling small kitchens can be a challenge, but these clever ideas will inspire you to get creative
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Small walk-in closet ideas – 10 smart design schemes for tiny spaces
Yearning after a teeny bit more space for your clothes? Invest in a small walk-in closet and you’ll wish you’d done it years ago
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Makeup room ideas: 10 wonderful ways with makeup room decor
Tired of trying to put on your makeup in the bathroom? You need our fabulous makeup room ideas
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published