Emily Moorman
Emily is Homes & Gardens' Paint & Color Editor, covering all things color across interior design and home decor. She joined the H&G team in the summer of 2023, having studied Fashion Communication at Norwich Arts University before working in various creative roles and writing for a Scandinavian lifestyle publication ahead of making the leap into the world of interior design.
Originally from Scotland, Emily lives in Glasgow where she loves admiring the city's architecture, frequenting her favorite coffee spots, and sourcing vintage furniture for her tenement apartment. Her interior style is inspired by the simplicity of midcentury design, mixed with more playful modern pieces that inject small (but bold) doses of color.
Latest articles by Emily Moorman
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5 ways to create a maximalist color palette – embrace a celebration of jewel tones for this more-is-more style
What are the best shades to use for a maximalist color palette? Interior designers share five color ideas here for a bold and eclectic look
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15 Farrow & Ball paint colors in real homes – from calming blues to warm neutrals
From calming blues to warm neutrals, we've rounded up a selection of Farrow & Ball paint colors used by interior designers in real homes
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5 colors to never pair with green according to designers – and what to use instead
Color experts and interior designers share five shades to avoid pairing with green to ensure your green color scheme retains a calming feel
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Behr Paint reveals its 2024 Exterior Color of the Year – the perfect shade to get your backyard summer ready
Behr Paint Company has named 'Tugboat' its Exterior Stain Color of the Year for 2024: a versatile shade that will soon have your backyard ready for summer
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Sherwin-Williams' latest color palette is inspired by Impressionism – combining 5 soft shades that are perfect for summer
Inspired by Impressionism, Sherwin-Williams' latest color palette is a selection of natural shades that are perfect for summer – here's how to decorate with them
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What is Art Nouveau? Designers explain this elaborate and whimsical design style that dates back centuries
Art Nouveau is a design style that dates back centuries, but its aesthetic is still relevant in interiors today. Here, designers explain its key features
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5 unexpected shades color experts say you should be using in dark rooms – no matter how limited light is
What are the best colors for dark rooms? These are color experts' five top shades for rooms with limited natural light – from light and airy to dark and moody
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What are the most calming color combinations? Experts share 6 pairings for a tranquil scheme
According to color experts, these six color combinations are the most calming – for a restful feel throughout the home, from the kitchen to the bedroom
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How can you make a rental feel like home? 6 expert decorating tips from interior designers
Interior designers share six simple decorating ideas to make a rental feel more like home, proving these spaces can be just as cozy
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5 easy ways I'm adding color to my new apartment, without painting any of the walls
How can you add color without painting the walls? I'm taking on this challenge in my new apartment
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Nate Berkus' philosophy on nightstand decor has totally changed my once-practical approach
Interior designer Nate Berkus took to Instagram to share his nightstand decor, embracing a decorative approach that goes beyond purely functional items – here's why I'm following suit
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What are the best dark blue paints? We asked interior designers – these 6 shades came out on top
These six dark blue paints by leading paint brands are favorites among interior designers for creating a moody and sophisticated interior scheme
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Sherwin-Williams Realist Beige is one of the most versatile paints – experts weigh in on this 'uncomplicated' neutral
Realist Beige is a versatile neutral paint by Sherwin-Williams. Here, we explore how designers recommend using this beige paint throughout the home for a classic look
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This is why Shea McGee didn't include a sectional in her living room remodel – favoring a more traditional look instead
Interior designer Shea McGee's recent living room remodel embraces a traditional seating layout instead of a sectional – and this is the reason why
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Sherwin-Williams has revealed its most unpopular color, and why we should actually be using this unexpected paint more
Paint brand Sherwin-Williams has launched The Loneliest Color – an elegant and 'overlooked' hue that's all about looking beyond popular paints for home decor
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You can now shop the IKEA x Raw Color bold and beautiful homeware collection – these are the stand out pieces
IKEA's latest colorful homeware collection is available to shop now – designed in collaboration with Dutch design studio Raw Color
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Shea McGee shares the 'perfect formula' for designing a kids' twin bedroom – featuring an unexpected layout
Interior designer Shea McGee embraces an unexpected furniture layout when designing a kids' bedroom with twin beds – here's why it works for a stylish and practical space
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Farrow & Ball's Wimborne White is an ever-popular paint – here's why experts love this 'empathetic' white
Farrow & Ball's Wimborne White is a popular off-white paint. Here, we explore, with help from a collection of experts, what makes this paint so flattering
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These 6 pale blue paints are firm favorites among interior designers – for a deeply calming interior scheme
We've rounded up six of the best pale blue paints, as tried and tested by interior designers. Across many interior styles, these paints are calming and on-trend
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This is one of the 'biggest mistakes' you can make in a small bedroom – here's what Shea McGee does instead
Interior designer Shea McGee points out this common design mistake in small bedrooms and shares what she does instead for a stylish look, despite limited square footage
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5 ways to decorate with vintage art, according to interior designers who love this eclectic look
Decorating with vintage art is an excellent way of adding character and a sense of history to any space. Here, interior designers share their favorite ways to style vintage art
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Dark green kitchens are the new gray – here's how to bring this sophisticated moody shade into your home
Dark green kitchens are sophisticated and timeless. We've rounded up our favorite dark green kitchens from interior designers to give you some inspiration to channel the look
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Tan France proves brown is the most on-trend moody hue – and this is the Farrow & Ball shade he favors
Style guru Tan France appeared on Farrow & Ball's new podcast, where he discussed his favorite colors, including brown – here's what he has to say on this moody color trend
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Emily Henderson's vintage farmhouse guest bathroom channels an unexpected wallpaper choice – here's why it works
Interior designer Emily Henderson has unveiled her renovated guest bathroom, and although unexpected, the choice of green floral wallpaper is endlessly dreamy
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