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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6 items that act as works of art on your open shelves but are also perfectly practical for daily use
Styling your open shelves won’t be an issue any longer with these arty items that are also made for everyday use
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'Your home should celebrate your story!' Dabito reveals his 3 secrets to a colorful and joyful home
The color expert explains how to decorate a home that's full of life and soul
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‘You’re missing a trick' – 5 ways experts make that empty space in your upstairs hallway look beautiful
If you’re not doing anything with the empty space in your upstairs hallway you’re missing out on an opportunity to create a beautiful design moment
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Before and after: one tiny tweak to this kitchen's cabinetry made so much difference to its storage space
This clever kitchen redesign increases storage space and brightness without changing the footprint
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5 "investment pieces" that the world's most stylish people are hunting for right now, according to a decor expert
There are some pieces of furniture that everyone seems to be investing in at the moment. Here are the 5 expert-picked items you should keep an eye out for
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5 things designers look at to compare carpet vs hardwood floors – they'll help you choose the right one for your room
Both carpet and hardwood flooring have their advantages, and it can be tricky to decide which to go for. Experts share their thoughts to help you decide
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Target's new budget-friendly collection of preppy decor is exactly how our editors would decorate a dorm room
Dorm room or not, this all-American Target collection has just the right colors and patterns to brighten up your home this fall
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5 easy things to do now to make your backyard look amazing when winter arrives
These expert tips will keep your backyard looking brilliant, even during the dark and dreary months ahead
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'Don't pair it with grey' - and three other design secrets color expert Dabito swears by when decorating with green
Color expert Dabito shares the surprising ‘neutral’ he relies on to create the most joyful interiors
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“It’s the jewelry of a room” - This home reno uses the perfect accessory that makes every room look expensive
This home design made the best of one simple accessory to make every single room feel special and luxurious
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4 bathroom mistakes design experts always notice, and what to do instead
Bathroom mistakes can be expensive to fix, so it’s important to get any big changes right first time
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4 decorating trends we spotted in Kelly Wearstler's latest projects that any home can copy
Kelly Wearstler’s new book, Synchronicity, is a lesson in taking risks and embracing authenticity - here are the 4 trends from the book to get inspired by
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4 indoor flowers that bloom at night - 'they make nights in so relaxing'
Who says you need a garden to enjoy beautiful blooms? You can create a mini-moon garden indoors, to enjoy the calming sight and scent of flowers after sunset
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This kitchen reno uses the perfect minimalist palette - 'these two colors create a feeling of space'
This contemporary home with gorgeous bones was given a makeover where the choice of light colors and subtle patterns complement and enhance its light-filled architecture
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6 easy ways designer Shea McGee styles beds to make them so much more luxe, restful and comfortable
Netflix Dream Home Makeover series’ host and interior designer Shea McGee on how she styles beautiful beds for a luxurious, comfortable look
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3 unexpected fall color schemes for your home that won't make it feel like an autumnal cliché
These designers have nailed the fall look in an inspired, fresh way. These are their tips to get a similar look at home, and the buys to match
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Should your desk face the window? Designers know the best place for a productive state of mind
The correct desk position in your home office can enhance creative thinking and help you feel more relaxed while working. Here are some options to try out
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What is the best type of kitchen storage? Designers explain the best way to keep this space decluttered
Should you design more cabinets in your kitchen, open shelving, or more drawers? While usability differs for everyone, there is one straight and simple answer for this kitchen expert on his preferred option by far
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Is the curved furniture trend over? This home decorates with a new shape that is both cozy and comfortable
A West Hollywood home where angular shapes take charge manages to exude a very inviting feel through the use of soft fabrics and rich colors
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5 flowers that bloom at night - for more beautiful, fragrant evenings
Whether you have a big garden or just a patch, you can create a blooming haven of your own that comes alive in the evening, with these beautiful flowers suitable for backyards
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What is a "moon garden"? 5 genius tricks to make your backyard look (and smell) better after dark
If you want to enjoy your garden by night as well as by day, a moon garden is the way forward. Here is what you need to do to achieve it, and the pitfalls to avoid
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Before & after: by taking just one piece of furniture out, this family's 'flex' room works so much better
Once a dark, dull property, this home now ticks all the boxes of elegance, functionality, and a sense of calm
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This viral $10 Amazon find makes your kitchen's countertop appliances so much more practical
Don’t you just love a good hack? Check out these ingenious little swivel caster wheels and I promise you’ll start using them everywhere
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'The colors actually calm you' - this Montauk bungalow perfect 2024's most soothing shades
A curation of vintage furniture added into a palette of deep sandy neutrals make this home an oasis that echoes the location’s sweeping views
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