Chiana is the junior writer for Homes & Gardens online. She joined the brand in June 2022 after achieving a 1st class degree in English Literature from Lancaster University and interning as a sustainability writer. She is now navigating her first job after university and making her way in the interiors journalism world.
Her role at Homes & Gardens allows her to unite her passion for interiors and the outside world with her love of writing, having first become interested in design as a child after spending her summers helping her parents redecorate her childhood home. As a long-time reader of Future’s homes titles, Chiana is constantly finding new inspiration at work as she focuses on emerging trends, how-to’s, and news pieces.
Her personal style is influenced by dark, earthy color schemes and she is an advocate for cozy homes you can escape the world in. Outside of work, there is nothing Chiana likes more than taking life slowly and pottering around her kitchen baking.
Chiana is originally from the North West of England and currently lives in Lancaster, however, you can often find her on adventures in the nearby lake district admiring the cottages and lounging by rivers.
Latest articles by Chiana Dickson
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How do you make an entryway inviting? Expert tricks to make a home instantly welcoming
Set the tone for the rest of your home with these expert entryway tips
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to get rid of spider mites – to protect your plants from pesky pests
Get rid of these pesky insects with these expert tips for protecting your plants
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Marilyn Monroe’s houses – tour the impressive property portfolio
From West Hollywood to New York City – this is a glimpse into the iconic stars' homes 60 years after her death
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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What are the most relaxing colors? Color psychologists urge us to use these shades to cut the chaos
Escape the stress of daily life by using these relaxing colors around your home
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to make a narrow room look wider – 8 tricks interior designers' use to optically broaden a tiny space
Increase the visual appearance of awkwardly sized rooms with these interior designers' solutions
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to cut bamboo – for immaculate perennial plants
Learn how to cut bamboo to control plant growth and maintain a tidy garden with this guide
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The latest coffee table display trend celebrities and designers love that you can recreate instantly
The likes of Cindy Crawford, Miranda Kerr and Miley's mom Tish Cyrus are all fans of this look in their own homes
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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When to prune holly bushes – to keep this festive bush in check
Learn how and when to prune holly bushes safely for a tidy, iconic addition to your garden
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How can I make my small living room look nice? 6 strategies designers always use
Use these expert tips to make even the smallest of living rooms look nice
By Chiana Dickson • Published