Rachel Christie
As the Houses Editor on Livingetc, Rachel has been obsessed with property ever since she was a kid. With a diploma in interior design and more than a decade working on interior magazines under her belt, she feels very at home sourcing the best contemporary houses the world has to offer for Livingetc. It's not just the day job either, she admits she's spent a scary amount of her own time researching schemes for her own renovations - scrolling Instagram, stalking Rightmove and Modern House, flicking through magazines and snooping in other peoples' windows - so she really does live and breathe houses on a daily, if not hourly, basis. Before Livingetc, Rachel had a stint finding homes for Ikea Family magazine where she was lucky enough to gallivant around the world on shoots meeting and interviewing interesting people, all with a very keen eye for blending high-end design with everyday items from Ikea. It inspired her to not be afraid of mixing new and old, expensive and affordable, vintage and modern and so Rachel's current Victorian terrace in north London is very much an updated, contemporary take on a period property; think open-plan modern kitchen with concrete floors, feature fireplaces and her grandmother’s paintings on the walls. Rachel is currently crushing on reeded glass, large gingham prints, squishy curved furniture; like Buchanan Studio’s Studio chair, and vintage wall sconces; she especially adores Retrouvius for sourcing antique finds and feels inspired by Lonika Chande, Beata Heuman and Matilda Goad and already can’t wait to start planning her next home, wherever that might be.
Latest articles by Rachel Christie
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Pendant lighting ideas - 10 ways you can easily make a big design statement
Bold, modern pendant lighting ideas can totally transform a room, elevating it like jewellery does to an outfit. Design experts share how to get it right
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Coffee table decor ideas – 10 expert tips to quickly and easily re-style your living room
Pared-back or trinket heaven? Here's the lowdown on coffee table decor ideas and advice from interior designers on styling your space
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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12 accent wall ideas – perfect style updates to convince you that the 90s throwback has returned
Thought accent wall ideas were over? Think again. From color and pattern to artwork and joinery, delight your senses with these playful, on-trend options
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Wall paneling ideas – experts offer 9 simple tricks to wake up your walls
Wall paneling ideas and expert guidance to elevate your home in a simple but smart way
By Rachel Christie Published
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Attic bedroom ideas – 10 ways to design and style a loft bedroom to get the most from every inch
Stuck for attic bedroom ideas? We bring in the experts to talk through their top tips for creating a cozy loft bedroom
By Rachel Christie Published
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Crittall-style doors – 20 ideas that prove this timeless trend is here to stay
Fall for the charm of crittall-style doors, windows and room dividers all over again with our gallery of the best ideas
By Lotte Brouwer Published
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How to make traditional patterns feel modern
Yes, chintz is back, and we aren't mad about it. So we asked the experts how to make these on-trend traditional patterns feel modern
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Jewelry maker's Clerkenwell home is a treasure trove of beautiful finds against a calm and neutral backdrop
Alighieri founder Rosh Mahtani lets us inside her central London home, which feels like an oasis inside the city
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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31 beautiful bedroom ideas for a restful night's sleep
After some gorgeous bedroom ideas? Create a serene and functional sleeping space with advice from top designers
By Keith Flanagan Published
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Decking lighting ideas – illuminating ways to transform your backyard
Discover decking lighting ideas to help illuminate and inspire your outdoor space with help from the experts
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Headboard Ideas – 20 elegant designs for a modern bedroom scheme
From headboard ideas that stretch wall-to-wall and ones that touch the ceiling, to unusual materials and sumptuous textures, these striking headboards favor the bold
By Rachel Christie Published
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Apartment dining room ideas – 10 stylish designs to inspire fabulous feasting
America's top designers share their apartment dining room ideas for creating a fun and functional place for wining and dining
By Rachel Christie Published
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Urban gardening ideas – 19 ways to make the most of your outdoor space in the city
Our gallery of urban gardening ideas has plenty of inspiration to help you create a stylish outdoor space, even within the limits of the city
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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Outrigger extension ideas – L-shape additions to inspire your next project
Choosing an outrigger extension idea to the rear or side can make a real design statement. Find out more about this type of extension and get design inspiration from our gallery
By Rachel Christie Published
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Hallway ideas – 25 clever design tricks and color schemes for a fresh and modern style
These stunning hallway ideas are sure to give your entrance hall some wow factor
By Rachel Christie Published
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Decking costs – a guide to pricing up a stylish garden deck
What decking costs should you be aware of? If you’re thinking about adding a deck to your outside space, here’s everything you need to know
By Rachel Christie Published
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Decking materials – landscaping experts reveal their top choices for practical and good-looking decks
Discover the different decking materials available and learn how to choose the best for your outside space with this expert advice
By Rachel Christie Published
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7 ideas to boost your home's curb appeal
Create curb appeal ideas that will beautify and add value to your home – an architect shares their expert advice
By Rachel Christie Published
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Internal glass doors – a guide to using doors to add light and style to your home
Fancy a change? Internal glass doors are a relatively quick and affordable way to give your interiors a boost
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Firepit ideas – 10 stylish ways to create a warming focal point in your garden
Firepit ideas come in all shapes and sizes with varying fuel types so it can be tricky making a decision – we've asked the experts to talk us through their top tips
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Garden bar ideas perfect for al fresco entertaining
These stylish garden bar ideas will make your outside space the go-to for entertaining, no reservation needed
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Modern meets country in this beautifully designed and extended cottage in Cambridgeshire
Eager for more space and to be nearer family, the owners of this expertly curated cottage swapped their small London home for village life away from the crowds
By Rachel Christie Published
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Slate kitchen flooring – the expert guide to choosing the best for your home
Traditionally reserved for country farmhouse kitchens, slate kitchen flooring is a practical and good looking solution for modern spaces too
By Rachel Christie Last updated
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Laminate kitchen flooring ideas – expert advice and beautiful inspiration for this affordable flooring
The best laminate kitchen flooring ideas that prove this underrated material is pretty as well as practical
By Rachel Christie Published