
Eleanor Richardson
I am the Interior Design Content Editor at Homes & Gardens, and have been on the team since 2024. Writing about all things style and trend-related, from digging into the next color designers are adding to every project to the sofa shape the most stylish homeowners are investing in. Alongside trend reporting, I am always on the lookout for clever uses of space – small spaces and ingenious storage in particular. My own apartment is tight on square footage, so I know a thing or two about “stretching spaces” or leaning into bijoux proportions. My love for interiors began when I interned in an interior design studio, working on commercial projects as well as private spaces for a variety of clients. My passion grew while working in production, where I sourced beautiful locations for photoshoots and campaigns. A lover of character, I have an eye for anything pre-loved and historic, always collecting antiques and mid-century furniture for my Victorian home.
Latest articles by Eleanor Richardson
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3 Things to Remove From Your Nightstand and 1 To Add Right Now – For a More Restful Summer NightCreate a soothing sleep space this summer by restyling your nightstand and removing these 3 things
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When We Say Gray is Out, We Don't Mean Benjamin Moore's Gray Owl – 'It's a Rare Color That Feels Quietly Dynamic Rather Than Static'Designers might be ditching grays, but that doesn't include Benjamin Moore's Gray Owl
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IKEA Has Just Released the Chicest Hotel-Style Lighting in Collaboration with Acclaimed Designer Ilse Crawford – And It's Hard to Believe They're Under $50IKEA's HALGATT lamps have just launched, and it's clear they've been designed with longevity and luxury in mind
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Don't Reach for the Hose! This is the Expert Method for Safely Cleaning Your Vintage Wicker Patio FurnitureEnsure your vintage wicker furniture looks good for years to come with this fail-safe step-by-step, approved by experts
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The Best Vintage and Antique Sales Happening Across the US This JulyJuly is packed with exciting vintage sales across the country, perfect for vintage lovers everywhere
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Why Designers Claim Farrow & Ball's Elephant's Breath Is the Chicest Gray Paint To Use in 2026 – 'It's a Neutral For People Who Don’t Usually Choose Neutrals'Not all grays are dated in 2026; in fact, designers swear by Farrow & Ball's Elephant's Breath for a layered, rich, and timeless scheme
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The 4 Things Making Your Small Patio Look Even Smaller – And What Designers Say You Should Be Doing InsteadWant to see past the confines of your small patio? Avoid making these four mistakes and embrace these designer tricks instead
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'Rich, Inviting, and a Little Unexpected' – Why Sherwin-Williams Pewter Green Remains Designers' Go-To Moody Paint ColorA grounding green-meets-gray, Pewter Green is a timeless, deeply luxurious hue that translates in any setting
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The Chicest Table Decor Trends of 2026 For Your Most Stylish Dinner Parties YetFrom rustic rattan tableware to Italian summer-themed table settings, these are the five biggest summer tablescape trends to embrace in 2026
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3 Things Antiques Dealers Always Say You Should Splurge On – and 3 That They Never Waste Money OnThese timeless antiques are always worth spending a little extra on, while certain common collectables are not, experts say
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How To Layer Your Bed Like a Designer This Summer – And Why It’s Actually the Simple Secret to a Cooler Night’s SleepWant a dreamy bedscape? This 5-step formula will show you how to create a summery retreat just like an interior designer
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This 2026 Bedroom Color Palette Is Proven to Make Your Room Feel Instantly Calmer and Cooler – And No, You Don't Need to RepaintInterior designers say you can't beat a blue, green, and white palette – 'It feels like waking up in an English Garden'
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5 Mistakes Making Your Outdoor Table Setting Look Cheap – Avoid Them This Summer with These Easy FixesThese 5 easy-to-make mistakes almost always make a table look forgettable and low-end
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IKEA's Best-Selling 3-in-1 Bed Just Got a Chic Refresh – Bringing One of 2026's Biggest Color Trends to Small SpacesIKEA has released their beloved HEMNES daybed in a soothing sage green hue
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The 4 Paint Colors Making Homes Look Dated in 2026 – and the Modern Alternatives to TryThese paint colors are falling out of style in 2026, with designers turning to fresher, more timeless shades that feel more modern and elevated
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'A Great Board Is an Archive, Not a Shopping List' – This Is How Interior Designers Actually Use Pinterest in 2026, and Say You Should Follow SuitAre you using Pinterest wrong? Designers explain how to use it – and how to most out of it
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Suddenly, Designers Are All Obsessed with Farrow & Ball's Naperon – It's The Perfect Paint For Creating a Sun-Drenched GlowFaded terracottas are everywhere at the moment, so why not hop on the trend and give Naperon a try?
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The 7 Design Details That Make a Home Look Less Elevated – And How To Fix ThemPining for that high-end feel? According to interior designers, these are the 7 reasons why your home is lacking that elevated touch
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Designers Say This Polarizing Shade Is Actually Summer's Biggest Color Trend – Here's How to Use Citron Green StylishlyA vibrant hue that packs a punch yet still feels grounding, here's why designers are loving citron green this year
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These 5 Color Trends Dominated WOW!house 2026 – And They're Set to Be Everywhere This YearHere are the biggest color trends we pulled from this year's WOW!House, the immersive 'showhouse' led by the industry's best designers
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7 Design Reasons Your Home Feels Cold and Uninviting, Even in The Middle of Summer – And How to Fix ThemSteer clear of these easy-to-make design decisions if you want a home that feels warm, inviting, and deeply personal
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The 6 Subtle Reasons Designers Say Your Home Doesn't Feel 'Finished' – and How to Fix These Easy-To-Make MistakesIs your home feeling like a work in progress? It's likely down to these six mistakes
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Sun's Out, Tote Bags Ready – These Are the Best Vintage Sales Happening In June Across the United StatesJune is the perfect time to go antiquing, so why not head to your local vintage market to uncover some gems for your home?
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40 Years Later, IKEA's Most Iconic Shelving Unit Is Back – And It's Undergone a 2026 Refresh That's Just as Chic but So Much CheaperIKEA's new PS Shelf Unit, inspired by the iconic ENETRI shelving unit by Niels Gammelgaard, has returned
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