
Eleanor Richardson
I am the Interior Design News Editor at Homes and Gardens, covering mainly US-based designers and trending news stories. My love for interiors began when I interned in an interior design studio, working on commercial and private spaces. My passion grew while working in production, where I sourced beautiful locations for photoshoots and campaigns. Outside of work, I enjoy collecting antique decor and mid-century furniture for my home.
Latest articles by Eleanor Richardson
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Create a tranquil lakeside retreat, no matter your location, with our 10 favorite lake house decor ideas
Explore our collection of clever styling tips from interior designers to get the laid-back, lakeside look
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Everyone is obsessed with vintage tiles right now – bring the nostalgic charm of this classic design feature into your home with our 5 design ideas
Honor the past with our favorite ways to decorate with vintage tiles, as suggested by interior design experts
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IKEA's new STOCKHOLM collection is HUGE – there are 96 chic pieces to shop and prices start from just $3.99
STOCKHOLM is IKEA's largest collection yet, and features a beautiful collection of homeware pieces that nod to Swedish design
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5 minimalist decor myths designers urge you to forget if you want to embrace this style in 2025
These dated myths can give minimalism a bad rap, and designers say we should all be ignoring them
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Is crown molding out of style? Interior designers discuss this classic feature and decide if it has a place in 2025
Will we be saying goodbye to the classic architectural feature this year? Interior designers share their thoughts
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3 must-read tricks to create a 'hero' focal point in any room that interiors' expert Hans Lorei says will 'make people stop in their tracks'
Simple, clever – and always successful
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Emily Henderson's recently redesigned 1930s living room includes a $15,000 couch – we've found where to shop the iconic pieces and how to find the style for less
Embracing all things eclectic, Emily shows us her most recent living room renovation, where one piece of furniture stands out
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Inside Shea McGee's Summit Estate – an elegant mountainside project that blends grand architecture with hushed cozy interiors
Shea McGee has mixed the old and new by creating a sophisticated chalet-inspired property that sits right at the heart of the mountains
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I thought this dated design feature was reserved for 80s ski resorts – but Amber Lewis has proved it can work in a chic modern organic space
Albeit controversial, Amber embraces the retro stone wall in a recent project and lets it inspire the living room's modern organic design
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How to decorate with vintage ceramics – 6 ways to proudly display preloved pottery as suggested by interior designers
There are plenty of ways to decorate with vintage ceramics that stray from your typical stacked-in-a-cabinet arrangement
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Joanna Gaines' Hillcrest Cottage is a lesson in making the most out of a small space – take a tour to see how she brings her iconic style to this tiny rental property
Combining her signature rustic style with a contemporary palette, Joanna makes this tiny cottage feel bright and airy
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Home office ideas – 22 of the best ways to design a home workspace suggested by interior design experts
Whether your creating a dedicated space or carving out an office nook, take inspiration from these home office ideas
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Apparently, this is the interior design style that will add the most value to your home right now
All hail the modern organic style as a recent Zillow survey says homes with natural features and organic surfaces sell for more
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The living room in Joanna Gaines' stunning Castle project is so effortlessly transitional – embracing the home's stunning architecture and adding in her iconic modern rustic style
Joanna Gaines' Castle project is a timeless example of transitional style at its best. The living room embraces tradition and features a mix of old and new decor
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How to update your home for spring without buying anything new – 5 easy ways to reinvent your home for the season for less
Interior designers say that these 5 tweaks will make your home feel refreshed and new without actually spending any money, just in time for spring
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Designer Drew Michael Scott creates an 'elevated vintage' console with this unexpected cheap material that you can pick up from the hardware store
DIY guru, Drew Michael Scott uses some $15 fence posts to create an entryway console table that feels antique and one-of-a-kind
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Emily Henderson swears by these six Sherwin-Williams green paints as shades she would use 'again and again'
From sage green to deep forest, Emily runs through her past projects that feature her all-time favorite shades from the tried and trusted paint brand Sherwin-Williams
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Farrow & Ball just revived 3 of its archive paint colors – here's how to decorate with these beautifully complex shades according to a color expert
Farrow & Ball's paint and color expert Patrick O'Donnell talks through the trio of heritage paint shades that are all rich, luxurious, and deeply classic
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How to make your home feel older – 5 designer tips on giving your rooms a more characterful aged feel
We spoke to interior designers to uncover exactly how to make our homes feel older without the need for any architectural changes
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This cozy breakfast nook designed by Studio McGee proves that black is actually the perfect addition to a neutral rustic color scheme
The breakfast nook in Studio McGee's Tahoe Pines project is the perfect example of how black grounds a neutral scheme, giving a rustic look a more modern edge
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I was so undecided about black leather – but Nate Berkus just persuaded me this once-dated trend is back and there's a right way to do it
Nate proves black leather can bring textural contrast and a sense of timeless luxury
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Obsessed with the interiors in The White Lotus season three? We spoke with the hotel's interior designer to get all the tips on creating this luxury laid back aesthetic
We take a peek at the Four Seasons, Koh Samui, the serene filming destination of The White Lotus season three, and discuss how to recreate the effortlessly cool, organic look
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Did you consider the 'sightlines' of your kitchen when you designed your space? Shea McGee says to always look at this small but crucial thing before deciding on a kitchen layout
Interior designer Shea McGee proves the importance of alignment when designing a kitchen, stating that sightlines ensure symmetry and cohesion
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7 beautiful Easter wreath ideas to instantly bring spring into your home – plus where to buy this year's best designs
From classic Easter egg designs to rustic dried flower offerings, these Easter wreath ideas are the simplest way to update your home for the new season
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