Press
A curated archive of editorial features, industry dialogues, and design insights. From exploring the future of wellness in architecture to defining the nuances of quiet luxury, Batten Court is proud to contribute to the global conversation on how we live well.
Veranda: 19 Home Features You'll Regret Installing
Batten Court founder Elizabeth Valkovics joins Veranda to discuss the biggest home design regrets of 2026, from forced architectural arches to poorly planned wet rooms. Learn why a designer is essential for timeless livability.
Martha Stewart: Is Matte Black Hardware Going Out of Style?
Is matte black hardware out? Elizabeth Valkovics joins Martha Stewart to discuss the move toward unlacquered brass, bronze, and "bespoke" finishes in luxury home design.
The Sunday Reset: A Designer-Approved Guide to Refreshing Your Interiors
Homes & Gardens features Elizabeth Valkovics' guide to the "Sunday Reset." Discover how creating a "scent scene" and intentional styling can prepare your nervous system for the week ahead.
Homes & Gardens: 8 Kitchen Lighting Trends for 2026
Elizabeth Valkovics joins Homes & Gardens to predict the biggest lighting trends of 2026. Discover why narrow-beam downlights and layered illumination are replacing the "big fixture" look.
Southern Living: 6 Interior Design Rules That No Longer Apply in 2026
Batten Court founder Elizabeth Valkovics weighs in on the end of single-purpose rooms and the rise of "color-drenching" for a more immersive, personal home.
Pinestraw Magazine: Contemporary and Comfy
Pinestraw Magazine tours the personal home of Batten Court founder Elizabeth Valkovics. Designed from the ground up, the home balances sophisticated, global influences with family-friendly durability—proving that high-end design can still be lived in.
Commercial Interior Design: Power 50 - The Most Influential Interior Designers
Commercial Interior Design names Elizabeth Valkovics one of the "50 Most Influential Interior Designers." The feature highlights her international background—spanning London, Cape Town, Bangkok, and Baku—and her launch of Batten Court as a global practice bridging the Middle East and the US.
Gulf News: Do Open-Plan Offices Mean Higher Productivity?
Gulf News interviews Elizabeth Valkovics on the pros and cons of open-plan offices. Learn her expert take on noise pollution, privacy, and designing for productivity in the modern workplace.
Commercial Interior Design: 5 Design Objects That Inspire
In this curated feature for Commercial Interior Design, Elizabeth Valkovics selects five objects that define her current aesthetic—from the urban delicacy of Radomonte brassware to the narrative depth of Moooi rugs. "The best designs," she notes, "are looking at things in a different way."
Love That Design: Inside the Mind of… Elizabeth Valkovics
Dubai based, Love That Design sits down with Batten Court founder Elizabeth Valkovics to discuss her design philosophy, global influences, and the future of wellness in interior architecture.
designMENA Summit: Elizabeth Speaks on Value Engineering in Design
Speaking at the 2017 designMENA Summit, Elizabeth Valkovics joined industry leaders to redefine "Value Engineering." In a market often focused on cost-cutting, she argued that true value is defined by the user's experience—not just the bottom line. "There is not enough chat about what is the value experience for the end user," she told the panel.

