Latest articles by Busola Evans
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Teal bedroom ideas – experts show why this blue green is the perfect decorating hue
Bold yet restful, teal bedroom ideas are perfect for creating a serene space that still has plenty of style. Here, experts give ideas on how to use it successfully in a scheme
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Busola Evans explains the new trend in bathroom furniture shapes that feels as good as it looks
Plump bathware: The new curvy trend taking over our bathrooms
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Checkerboard flooring ideas – 10 ways to revitalize your home with flooring’s hottest trend
An enduring classic, checkerboard flooring ideas have never been so popular as today. Here, our experts talk through the different ways you can make it work in your own home
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Beige bedroom ideas – 12 fresh looks that prove beige is back
For a space to truly unwind, look no further than beige bedroom ideas. Here, experts reveal how to create a modern look using this classic hue
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Navy bedroom ideas – designers reveal how to work this moody, yet restful, hue
Whether you want to add drama or create a cocooning feel, navy bedroom ideas are the ideal and here's the proof
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Shower curtain ideas – the on-trend looks that will make you ditch your glass screen
The shower curtain has been reinvented and can now be a stylish addition to your bathroom, as these clever ideas show
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Bathroom wall ideas – 10 fresh ways to breathe life into your bathroom walls
Bathroom walls can be an overlooked opportunity to add character to your space, here are some expert tips on how to make them stand out
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Vinyl bathroom flooring ideas – 10 ways to use the new flooring trend about to take over tiles
Forget the old look vinyl, these vinyl bathroom flooring ideas prove it's now as stylish as ever and we've asked designers the best ways to use it
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Small kitchen floor tile ideas — 10 new, interesting ways to transform your floors
From marble to colorful zig zags, a clever choice of floor tiles can make the right design statement in a small kitchen
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Marble bathroom flooring ideas – fresh ways to create a modern and luxurious look
Classic marble bathroom flooring ideas are still as popular as ever – here’s how to make them work in your scheme
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Farrow & Ball Pigeon – the best way to use this beguiling neutral, according to designers
Is it blue, green, or even grey? Either way, Farrow & Ball Pigeon is one of the most versatile colors around. Here experts give their tips on decorating with it
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Kitchen rug ideas – 10 easy ways to add character to your kitchen floor
Whether it’s a statement piece or a finishing touch, kitchen rug ideas can transform the look of your space Our experts tell you how
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Marble kitchen ideas – 10 clever ways to introduce marble to your kitchen design
Marble kitchen ideas are timeless, beautiful, and more popular than ever. Here experts reveal how to bring marble into your space not matter what your style
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Small kitchen lighting ideas – 10 illuminating ways the right light can transform your cooking space
Here, our experts share their clever small kitchen lighting ideas that can totally change the look and feel of a space
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Small kitchen diner ideas – 10 fresh ways to elevate a compact space
If you have a tiny space to squeeze in your kitchen and diner, don’t despair. Our experts reveal how to make it functional and stylish with these chic small kitchen diner ideas
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Modern small kitchen ideas – 10 clever design tricks to make a compact kitchen appear bigger
From clever contrasting of colors to eye-catching flooring, our experts reveal how to enhance the size of a modern small kitchen
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How to restore a fireplace - the expert guide to sprucing up your living room
How to restore a fireplace, including expert tips for looking after marble surrounds
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A guide to glazing – everything you need to know about using glass in your home
Single, double, or even triple, the type of glazing you use in your renovation is key to a light-filled, airy space
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Engineered wood flooring – everything you need to know about choosing the right floor
Engineered wood flooring - everything you need to know about choosing the right floor
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Cork flooring – everything you need to know about this new floor trend
Cork flooring is stylish, sustainable, and could save you money on your heating bills, our expert gives you the lowdown
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Marble veining - the new trend for dramatic patterns in kitchens and bathrooms, and how to use it
Marble veining is the latest trend emerging in bathroom and kitchen design. Livingetc's deputy editor Busola Evans gives her take on it
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Kitchen color rules – Busola Evans on the best color combinations to use in the kitchen
When it comes to kitchen color rules no one knows what works (and what doesn't) like our Associate Editor Busola Evans...
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United in Design: Leading designers launch interiors apprenticeships to attract diversity
Sophie Ashby and Alexandria Dauley from charity initiative United In Design invite applicants for year-long paid placements
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A designer reveals the three ways the pandemic has changed kitchen design
A leading expert explains how the pandemic has shaped the way we now design our kitchens