
Emily Moorman
Emily is a freelance interior design writer based in Scotland. Prior to going freelance in the spring of 2025, Emily worked as Homes & Gardens’ Paint & Color Editor, covering all things color across interiors and home decor for the Homes & Gardens website. Having gained specific expertise in this area, Emily is well-versed in writing about decorating with color – from the latest color trends to guiding homeowners towards the best paint shades – and is passionate about the importance of color psychology in home design to create spaces that are as practical and comfortable as they are stylish. Before her career in writing, Emily studied at Norwich University of the Arts, gaining an undergraduate degree in Fashion Communication. Upon graduating, she worked in creative roles across PR and marketing, giving her valuable experience in storytelling and digital communication. She uses her varied industry experience to craft meaningful written content, working with leading interior designers to inspire homeowners to create personality-led homes. Based in Glasgow, Emily lives in a tenement flat, which she loves furnishing with vintage furniture finds. Her own interior design style reflects the simplicity and clean lines of mid-century design, paired with more modern pieces. While she loves the calmness of a neutral colour palette, she enjoys adding bolder colors through accents. Emily loves homes that tell a story and reflect a timeless approach to design and decorating, and is constantly inspired by unique spaces that feel truly personal.
Latest articles by Emily Moorman
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What’s the best paint finish to use when decorating with dark colors? Paint experts share all you need to know
Elevate your dark color scheme by using the best paint finishes, from matte to gloss
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Sherwin-Williams' 'Eclectic Minimalism' paint palette is a bolder take on spring pastels – here's how to decorate with each shade
Elevate your pastel color schemes this spring with this Sherwin-Williams palette
By Emily Moorman Published
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Color rules for neutral schemes – 5 simple ways to make a neutral room more exciting, as explained by experts
Your neutral color scheme won't lack interest with these expert-suggested rules
By Emily Moorman Published
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Traditional color ideas – 8 ways to create a classic color scheme in your home, according to interior designers
From muted cool tones to dark blues, these are the best colors to use for traditional decorating
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Small paint projects that will have a big impact – 6 simple ways to elevate your home with paint
Refresh your home with a fresh coat of paint in these creative places, from kitchen cabinets to staircases
By Emily Moorman Published
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These are interior designers' favorite colors to decorate with for spring – 6 soothing hues to welcome the new season
From pastels to calming shades of green, these colors are designer-approved for springtime
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Spring color ideas – 7 stylish hues to refresh your home this spring
According to interior color experts and designers, these are the best hues to decorate with this spring, from trending yellow to nature-inspired greens
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Benjamin Moore just shared its top paint shades for creating a cozy living room – they range from light neutrals to earthy, moody hues
Enhance the cozy feel of your living room with these expert-recommended Benjamin Moore paint colors
By Emily Moorman Published
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If you love color but don't want to go too bold, then the 'quietly colorful' paint trend is for you – it's all about grounding, liveable shades
A celebration of understated hues that exude sophistication, quiet colors are the way to go if you want your home to feel timeless
By Emily Moorman Published
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3 overlooked colors you never thought could work in your kitchen – but interior designers swear by them
Although bold, these three kitchen color ideas are favorites among designers for adding interest to the heart of the home
By Emily Moorman Published
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These 6 paint colors from Farrow & Ball are equal parts calming and cozy – here's how to use these beyond-the-trend shades
From soft neutrals to soothing blues, these Farrow & Ball shades have much to offer
By Emily Moorman Published
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Sherwin-Williams is known for its best-selling neutrals, but these lesser-known colorful shades are favorites among designers
From rich shades of purple to statement greens, these Sherwin-Williams paints are serving us fresh color inspiration for 2025
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These are the exact paint colors (and wallpapers) that Shea McGee in her most recent renovation project – timeless neutrals that achieve the modern rustic aesthetic
This modern home is filled with timeless neutral colors, from warm whites to rich browns
By Emily Moorman Published
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Farrow & Ball's Oval Room Blue is a nuanced blue paint that creates 'timeless elegance' – here's how to decorate with it
This subdued blue adds depth and interest to so many rooms, from living rooms to hallways
By Emily Moorman Published
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I'm a color editor and I'd never heard of these Benjamin Moore paint colors that interior designers swear by
We all know about Benjamin Moore's best-sellers, but I love these less-discovered shades for 2025 decorating
By Emily Moorman Published
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Room color ideas – 35 stylish color schemes for each room in your home
Learn how to create a balanced color scheme in every room, from kitchens to bedrooms, as explained by interior designers and color experts
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These are the best off-white paints according to interior designers – 10 perfectly balanced shades for a light and airy home
Discover the best off-white paints from Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, and more
By Emily Moorman Published
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Dunn-Edwards just revealed its Color of the Century – it's a sophisticated dark teal that encapsulates decades of color trends
Inspired by the most defining colors over past decades, this blue-green paint is both calming and sophisticated
By Emily Moorman Published
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Farrow & Ball is adding 12 new paint colors to its palette – here's all you need to know about each of the timeless and earthy shades
From muddy greens to soothing light blues, these new shades have your 2025 color schemes covered
By Emily Moorman Published
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Sherwin-Williams' February Color of the Month is an optimistic pastel green paint that nods to spring – here's how to use this transitional shade
Welcome spring with this uplifting green paint that feels instantly calming
By Emily Moorman Published
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This Benjamin Moore palette has you covered for creating moody color schemes that aren't overly dramatic – 6 mid-tone paints for the perfect balance
From rich purples to dusty pinks, these moody paint colors are both stylish and liveable
By Emily Moorman Published
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Bored of seeing the same paint colors again and again? Benjamin Moore just revealed the lesser-known alternatives to their most popular paints
From calming light grays to rich charcoals, these alternatives compete with Benjamin Moore's most iconic shades, but will ensure more unique spaces
By Emily Moorman Published
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If you color drench any room make it this one – 5 color-centric entryways that make the most of this often overlooked space
Here's why color drenching is the best way to decorate your entryway and which paints work perfectly with the look
By Emily Moorman Published
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These are the most timeless paint colors according to interior designers – 10 enduring shades from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, and more
From classic whites to navy blue, these are designers' favorite timeless paint colors
By Emily Moorman Published