
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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HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams unveils its 2025 Color of the Year – a deeply calming blue-green set to make our homes more restful
This tranquil hue is just one of 10 colors within the newly launched 'Naturally Refined' color palette for 2025
By Emily Moorman Published
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Designers share how to decorate with Sherwin-Williams' 'Romantic Period' color palette – 5 on-trend, calming neutrals for all design styles
These elevated neutral paints are endlessly calming and versatile to use in any room of the home
By Emily Moorman Published
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Lick just collaborated with M·A·C to create an iconic matte black paint
This limited edition paint color reimagines black as a versatile and liveable hue
By Emily Moorman Published
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Looking to elevate your rental without losing your deposit? Benjamin Moore's new paint initiative has you covered (and it includes free paint)
This month, the paint brand is offering complimentary white paint to revert rental decor upon lease-end
By Emily Moorman Published
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What color is espresso? Designers weigh in on this on-trend, moody neutral and share how to decorate with it
Here's why designers can't get enough of this sophisticated new neutral
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5 of the best colors to decorate with in August 2024, as suggested by designers and color experts
Summery hues with a hint of the autumnal months to come, designers love these colors for August
By Emily Moorman Published
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Sherwin-Williams just released its 2025 color forecast – here's all you need to know
We're looking ahead to 2025 with four just-launched, on-trend color palettes released by Sherwin-Williams
By Emily Moorman Published
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Ruggable has launched a new color-centric rug collection with Pantone – 'designed to inspire creativity'
Designed to realize the mood-boosting effects of color, these rugs reflect the essence of dopamine decor
By Emily Moorman Published
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What are the best Sherwin-Williams white paints? 6 favorite shades amongst interior designers
From classic whites to warm whites, these are the most loved Sherwin-Williams white paints
By Emily Moorman Published
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What color is Farrow & Ball's Pigeon? Designers weigh in on this 'chameleon' paint color and share their favorite ways to decorate with it
With hints of blue, gray, and green, this popular paint color is an elevated take on classic neutrals
By Emily Moorman Published
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This once-dated couch color is making a comeback – designers share all on how to bring this retro style into 2024
Camel-colored couches are often associated with retro design, but designers love them in modern homes
By Emily Moorman Published
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5 colors to decorate with in July 2024 according to designers, for a summery feel inside the home
These colorful hues are designers' favorite July shades, from cool blues to aqua green
By Emily Moorman Published
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Decorating with cream: 11 expert ways to style this calming and classic neutral – from bedrooms to dining spaces
Interior designers share their favorite ways to decorate with the color cream
By Emily Moorman Published
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Should you always paint a ceiling white? Color experts weigh in on this old-school approach
Is it time to rethink painting ceilings white? Designers share all on this much-debated topic
By Emily Moorman Published
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How to pair red and beige – 5 expert ideas for this on trend color combination
Create a warm and classic interior scheme by decorating with red and beige
By Emily Moorman Published
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Couch color trends – 7 favorite shades amongst designers
From neutrals to bolds, these are the most stylish couch colors
By Emily Moorman Published
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Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue is an endlessly popular dark paint color – here's how designers decorate with it
Timeless, versatile, and moody, this paint color is a favorite for so many rooms – from kitchens to bedrooms
By Emily Moorman Published
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'Accent walls show a lack of commitment' – Nate Berkus on choosing the best paint colors for open-plan spaces
The designer has strong views on what paint colors you should – and shouldn't – use in open layouts
By Emily Moorman Published
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These are the best colors to paint your kitchen depending on its orientation, according to color experts
Here's why it's important to know whether your kitchen is north, south, east, or west-facing
By Emily Moorman Published
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Designers agree you should avoid decorating with these colors during summer – and what to use instead
Steer clear of these hues for a home in keeping with the seasons
By Emily Moorman Published
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Decorator's Address Book: 15 of the best places to shop for lighting as suggested by interior designers
These are designers' go-to brands for all things lighting
By Emily Moorman Published
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Sherwin-Williams' July color of the month is a warm white paint that 'blends modern simplicity with traditional style'
Create a light and airy feeling throughout the home with this timeless hue
By Emily Moorman Published
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What colors go with olive green? 7 pairings designers recommend for this sophisticated and calming hue
Elevate your olive green interior schemes with these expert-suggested color pairings
By Emily Moorman Published
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Is color the secret to a cooler-feeling home during the summer? 3 tips from a color psychologist
These expert-suggested colors can indeed help you feel cooler inside the home during the warmest months
By Emily Moorman Published