Ellen Finch
Ellen is deputy editor of Real Homes magazine. Since joining the brand in 2017, she's been lucky enough to spend most of her time speaking to real people and writing about real homes, from extended Victorian terraces to modest apartments. She's currently gearing up to buy a home of her own in 2023 – hopefully with a garden to plant veg and wildflowers – and has a special interest in sustainable living, clever book storage, and cats.
After graduating with a degree in English Literature, Ellen spent a year writing for true-life titles before falling into the world of interiors – when suddenly her love for making the spaces around her look good made sense. She's also written for Future titles including Gardeningetc and Homes & Gardens.
She's a big believer in shopping small and loves supporting local businesses, but is on a mission to slow the spending this year as she enters the final few months of saving for her first home.
Latest articles by Ellen Finch
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Pergola ideas: 21 stunning garden structures for added style and shade
Ideas These pergola ideas are perfect for sheltering your patio and embracing outdoor living this season
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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Outdoor kitchen ideas: 36 chic designs to elevate your alfresco entertaining
Ideas We've got outdoor kitchen ideas to suit any style of plot – from sleek worktops and built-in grills to colorful tiles and rustic looks
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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Modern garden ideas: 19 ways to add style and function to your plot
Ideas Get inspired by our modern garden ideas – featuring outdoor kitchens, chic lighting solutions, stylish sheds, and more
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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Paving ideas: 24 beautiful looks for your patio or paths
Ideas Whether you want a new walkway or a chic outdoor living zone, our edit of paving ideas is sure to inspire
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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Outdoor dining ideas: 26 stylish ways to enjoy eating alfresco
Outdoor Living Make eating in the garden a joy with these outdoor dining ideas – from gorgeous table settings to fabulous furniture plus more
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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Festoon light ideas: 24 fun ways to light up your garden in style
Ideas Take your pick from these twinkling festoon light ideas and add a laid-back ambience to your plot after dark
By Ellen Finch • Last updated
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How to make a living wall: create vertical planting to maximise your space
How To Once you've discovered how to make a living wall, you'll add a whole new layer of interest to a garden. Here's how to create one
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Love Monty Don's scenic shed hideaways? Here's 5 more garden building ideas to try
Garden Buildings Take a leaf from Monty Don's book and create a picturesque scene with an outbuilding – be it for storing tools or taking a break
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Cuprinol has revealed its shed of the year shortlist – and there’s some serious inspo to be had
From beach huts to bars, we’ve picked our favourites from the Cuprinol finalists
By Ellen Finch • Published