Raluca Racasan
Raluca is Digital News Writer for Livingetc.com and passionate about all things interior and living beautifully. Coming from a background writing and styling shoots for fashion magazines such as Marie Claire Raluca’s love for design started at a very young age when her family’s favourite weekend activity was moving the furniture around the house ‘for fun’. Always happiest in creative environments in her spare time she loves designing mindful spaces and doing colour consultations. She finds the best inspiration in art, nature, and the way we live, and thinks that a home should serve our mental and emotional wellbeing as well as our lifestyle.
Latest articles by Raluca Racasan
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Designers Love Beige Marble Bathroom Accessories — Here's Why, And How To Style The Trend At Home
Beige marble bathroom accessories are having a moment for those wanting to create an elegant, spa-like look at home. Here’s why, and how you can style them to get the look
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5 Kitchen Curation Tricks That Will Elevate Your Space And Make It More Homely
The kitchen has become much more than just a space to cook in. Here are five tricks to make yours look more elevated and homely
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5 Wallpapered Rooms we say Prove Vintage-Style Wallcoverings are Making a Comeback This Year
If you thought vintage style wallpaper was a thing of the past, here are 5 rooms to prove the opposite. Designers talk us through why it’s one of the most popular wall covering trends right now
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Interior Designers Agree These 5 Paint Colors are Making Your House Look "Cheap", and Give Elevated Alternatives
Designers reveal the 5 paint colors that will make your house look cheap and dated, and tell us what to choose instead
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What’s the Best Kitchen Cabinet Handle Placement? Kitchen Design Experts Give Us The Rules Of Thumb
Designers tell us the correct kitchen cabinet handle placement that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional
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‘It Will Effortlessly Elevate Your Space!’ 5 Bathroom Curation Tricks to Make It Feel Hotel-Like And More Homely, Too
Designers share their bathroom curation tricks to help you get that hotel-like look at home, while keeping it homely and warm
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‘It Instantly Shrinks the Size of Your Room!’ 5 Design Mistakes That Are Making Your Home Look Smaller
It can be easy to make these mistakes that will make your home look smaller than it is. Interior designers tell us to what they are and how to avoid them
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5 Kitchen Colors That You Won't Get Tired of, According to Designers — and None of Them are White
Your kitchen is an investment, and you’ll want to love it now, and in a few years’ time. Here are the 5 kitchen colors designers are confident you won’t get tired of
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Is Kitchen Cabinet Crown Molding in Style? Designers on When They Would (and Wouldn't) Use It
Experts give the definitive answer to whether kitchen cabinet crown molding is still in style or not. The maximalists out there won’t be disappointed
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5 Timeless Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Combinations — These Color Pairings Will Always Work
If you want your kitchen to look as good in a few years’ time as it does now, here are 5 timeless cabinet and countertop combinations that you won’t get bored of
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How Do You Best Light Kitchen Countertops? 4 Tricks That Will Help You Get it Just Right
From multi-functionality to scale, designers share the key factors to consider to make sure you light your kitchen countertops correctly
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'They're Not Going Out of Style Any Time Soon!' 5 Interior Trends Designers Say They're Going to Keep Using for 2024
Not everything needs to be left behind in the new year. Designers say they will still be using these 5 key interior trends in 2024
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The 5 Most Impractical Design Trends We've Seen in 2023, and What To Do Next Year Instead
They’ve had their time and place, but now designers agree it’s time to move past these impractical design trends and choose some longer lasting alternatives
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5 Things Every Good Mudroom Should Have In It — 'They Really are the Workhorse of the Home'
When functioning right, a well-equipped mudroom will keep any clutter and mess from the outside contained and organised. These are the 5 things any good mudroom should have in it to make it work seamlessly
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Are Floating Shelves Still In Style? Here’s What Designers Say, and What They're Doing Instead
Floating shelves have been around for a while, but are they still in style? Designers give us their verdict, and some other options worth considering
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The 7 Best Stand-Out Tips From Celebrity Interior Designers We Learned This Year to Inspire Your 2024 Projects
As the year draws to an end, we look at the best tips celebrity designers had to offer in 2023
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The 6 Best Inspiring Designs From Celebrity Homes This Year That Promise to Elevate Your Space
Decorating by their own rules, celebrity homes have been a constant source of inspiration throughout 2023
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42 Minimalist Gifts That Will Convince Everyone You Know You’ve Got Amazing Taste
If you’re never quite sure what to get your design loving friends, here are plenty of minimalist gifts that will convince everyone you’ve got amazing taste
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These Holiday Gifts All Cost Under $50 (But They’ll Convince People You Actually Spent Way More)
You don’t need to break the bank this Christmas to make an impression- these fabulous gifts are less than $50 but feel like they cost so much more
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42 Luxury Christmas Gifts I’d Also Buy For Myself - And That All Happen to be On Sale
You don’t want to miss out on these fantastic luxury on sale gifts. Perfect for those high-discerning interior lovers who appreciate beautiful objects
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'Your Home Can Give You Joy' - Even in Winter. Designers on Easy Decor Tricks To Lift Your Spirits
Don’t let the cold weather and short days bring your spirits down. Interior designers share their tips so you can make your home happier in winter
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'These Wall Colors Don't Age!' 4 Timeless Paint Shades Interior Designers Always Come Back to Time and Again
Top designers love using these specific paint colors for a timeless look that won't ever look dated
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How to "fake" a tidy home when you’re short on time - these expert tips are ideal for holiday hosting
These tricks will help you achieve a clutter-free home (on the surface, at least)
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How do you reseason a cast iron skillet? A kitchen expert shares 4 steps to ensure your pan's longevity
It's a great addition to our cooking arsenal, but few of us know how to season our cast iron cookware correctly
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