Chiana Dickson
Chiana is a content editor at Homes & Gardens, having started her journey in interior journalism as part of the graduate program. She spends most of her time producing content for the Solved section of the website, helping readers get the most out of their homes through clever decluttering, cleaning, and tidying tips – many of which she tests and reviews herself in her home in Lancaster to ensure they will consistently deliver for her readers and dabbles in the latest design trends. She also has a first-class degree in Literature from Lancaster University.
Outside of work, home is her favorite place. Chiana loves interior design and finds comfort in organizing her two-bed Victorian terrace, encouraging those around her to find beauty in their homes to make it a comforting space.
Latest articles by Chiana Dickson
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The GTD method will clarify even the most complicated of to-do lists – here’s how
Productivity experts and life coaches explain what the GTD method is and how it can help you tackle your daily chores with less stress
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Decluttering tips for collectors and hoarders – how to compromise with clutter
Professional organizers share their best decluttering tips for collectors and hoarders to help you limit your collections and piles of clutter without decimating sentimental spaces
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Storage ideas – 25 stylish storage solutions for every room
Professional organizers and interior designers reveal their top 25 storage ideas for every room in the house, for belongings big and small
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How to get rid of dishwasher smells for good – according to expert cleaners
These seven dishwasher cleaning tricks will banish bad odors and freshen up your kitchen and your dishes, professional cleaners assure
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5 items I never throw out – and how I reuse them around my home
I share the five things I never throw out when I can help it, and reveal the five ways I reuse them around my house to help limit the impact on the environment
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Cleaners of luxury homes reveal their cleaning secrets – and how you can replicate them at home
Professional cleaners reveal their luxury home cleaning secrets so you can give your home a five-star treatment
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How to mask trash can smells – 7 ways to make any kitchen smell better
Discover expert tips and DIY solutions to mask trash can smells in your kitchen to keep your home smelling fresh and clean
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You should never plug these 5 home appliances into an extension cord, caution electricians
Electricians urge us to stop plugging these five items into extension cords to keep our appliances and our homes safe from avoidable fires
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How to hide a trash can in a kitchen – 5 tricks to beautify a kitchen
Interior designers and kitchen planners explain how to hide a trash can in a kitchen to help improve the aesthetics of the room without
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Are rainbow-organized bookshelves an outdated trend? Experts suggest they’re past their shelf life
Organizers and designers explain why rainbow-organized bookshelves are outdated, and how to better organize your books for an aesthetic yet practical layout
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How to light up stairs – a step-by-step guide from a lighting expert
We chat with a lighting expert to discover how to light up stairs with ceiling and floor-level bulbs for a safe and stylish lighting scheme
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Storage baskets – 15 top picks to beautify home storage
We round up 15 of H&G's favorite luxury storage baskets to keep your home organized while making your home storage something worth displaying
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8 expert steps to organizing a modern bedroom – for a serene sleep space
Professional organizers share their tricks for organizing a modern bedroom to keep the space sleek, neat, and optimal for sleep
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Decluttering myths debunked – 11 rumors making your life 10 times harder
Professional organizers debunk the 10 most common decluttering myths that make organizing a home more difficult than it needs to be
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This color-coded moving hack is all you need for a stress-free relocation
Professional movers and organizers share their thoughts on this color-coded moving hack to help you move properties without the stress of managing hired help
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6 things you must do when hosting formal parties at home – according to hosting experts
Professional party planners and expert hosts explain how to host a formal party at home with six tricks and tips for a sophisticated event in any space
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4 things to remove from a bedroom if you want to stay organized – and why experts hate them
Home organizers and designers reveal the four things to remove from a bedroom if you want to stay organized – and why they are magnets for chaos
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You should stop buying these 8 items for an easier life, say minimalists and pro organizers
Professional organizers and declutters reveal the eight things minimalists never buy or own for an easier life, and how you can cut your bad spending habits
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How to maintain a home wine cellar – expert sommeliers share their secrets
Expert sommeliers and wine consultants reveal the five essential steps to help you maintain a wine cellar – for luxury collections or a few prized bottles
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Designers reveal the 5 furniture items you don't need in your living room – remove them to reclaim space
Professional designers and home organizers reveal the five pieces of furniture you don’t actually need in a living room and why we can live without them
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Your essential guide to attic conversions – expert contractors reveal what to expect
Professional contractors explain how much an attic conversion costs as they break down the renovation project from planning to completion
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How to organize a modern bathroom – 5 tricks to match storage to the aesthetic
Organizers and declutters explain how to organize a modern bathroom in a way that will keep your aesthetic and your storage harmonious for a relaxing spa space
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9 techniques to organize your workout space – that will actually make you want to work out
Professional home organizers share nine ways to organize your workout space to keep bulky equipment tidy in a way that encourages you to work out
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You're cleaning your bathroom floor wrong, experts warn – here's how to get it right
Professional cleaners explain how you’re cleaning your bathroom floor wrong and reveal the best approaches for different surfaces to keep your space hygienic
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