In this House Beautiful exploration of "Micro-Zoning," Elizabeth Valkovics advocates for a strategic shift away from the "echo" of traditional open concepts. By utilizing intentional design pillars—such as layered lighting, bespoke millwork, and tactile materiality—she carves out purposeful, intimate moments within larger spaces. This approach emphasizes that true luxury lies in the thoughtful utility and emotional resonance of a home’s layout.

Elizabeth Valkovics shares her philosophy on the ideal design partnership in Business of Home, focusing on wellness and luxury interior design in Pinehurst, NC.

In a feature for Homes & Gardens, Elizabeth Valkovics discusses the fine line between a beautifully layered home and one that feels overdecorated. Advocating for "thoughtful restraint," she encourages homeowners to apply the Coco Chanel method to their interiors—removing one element to let the others shine—ensuring every piece in a room has impact, meaning, and a story.

In a recent feature for House Beautiful, Elizabeth Valkovics explores the subtle design choices that make certain homes feel inherently more peaceful than others. Rooted in Batten Court's philosophy of wellness-driven design, she discusses how intentional layouts, layered lighting, and contextual restraint can lower the noise of the outside world and settle the soul.

Kitchen & Bath Design News selected Batten Court’s recent Pinehurst kitchen as the featured cover project for their 2026 Countertop Trend Report. As the industry shifts away from manufactured quartz and back toward the organic beauty and durability of natural stone, Elizabeth Valkovics' striking use of Raggio Di Luna quartzite was highlighted as a prime example of modern luxury.

When it came to designing her own personal kitchen, Batten Court founder Elizabeth Valkovics proved to be her own most discerning client. In this feature for Kitchen & Bath Design News, Elizabeth shares her journey of finding the perfect Raggio Di Luna quartzite—a striking green stone that balances luxurious aesthetics with the heavy-duty durability needed for a family that cooks three times a day.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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 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.

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."

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.

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.