
Eleanor Richardson
I am the Interior Design News Editor at Homes and Gardens, covering mainly US-based designers and trending news stories. My love for interiors began when I interned in an interior design studio, working on commercial and private spaces. My passion grew while working in production, where I sourced beautiful locations for photoshoots and campaigns. Outside of work, I enjoy collecting antique decor and mid-century furniture for my home.
Latest articles by Eleanor Richardson
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How Joanna Gaines took Hoda Kotb's once boring, bland office space 'lacking character and story' and made it feel like a room with 100s of years of history
Transforming a mundane office space into a refreshing work space, Joanna proves that the power of characterful details
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'These things are treasures and they’ll inspire you as you work' – designers recommend these 5 thrifted items that will add instant character to your home office
Create an eclectic work-from-home space with these timeless thrifted items
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Designer Leanne Ford has shared her 'greatest hits' paint colors – if you are looking for a tried and tested neutral, this is the list to know about
Interior designer Leanne Ford shares her all-time favorite neutral paint shades that each feel classic and serene
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5 thrift store buys that designers say you need to add to your dining room
From bar cabinet essentials to fine china, these small but mighty pieces should be on your radar next time you're at the thrift store
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6 antiques that will always work in modern interiors – and how designers style them
Antiques aren't just for traditional homes, they can bring enduring elegance to even the most contemporary spaces
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See how Joanna Gaines created old-world charm on a budget in these his and hers home offices – the rooms are recognizable from the previous bland white spaces
In the most recent episode of her new series, Mini Reni, Joanna Gaines, renovates two bland box rooms and turns them into deeply personal, vintage-inspired home offices
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Before and after: see how designer Amber Lewis dramatically changed a cold, gray home into a warm and welcoming rustic retreat
'See how we transformed this cold and outdated home into the cool and cozy digs of my clients’ dreams.'
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15 coastal decor ideas that are chic not clichéd
Embrace coastal decor ideas to make spaces inside and out feel fresh, light-filled and connected to distant horizons
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Is open plan going out of style? Experts weigh on whether this once-loved layout is starting to date
Find out whether open plan remains a favored option or it’s had its moment. This is what the pros say
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'Gray. So much gray. Everything felt like a dentist’s office' – I asked designers what are the most loathed styles of every generation
From baby boomers to Gen Z, I asked interior designers from every generation the styles they hate
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Joanna Gaines just brought all the biggest 2025 trends into one tiny living room – and I've sourced all the key pieces to create this timeless yet trendy look
In the latest episode of Mini Reni, Joanna Gaines transforms a tired sunroom and an undone bathroom into two connected rooms that nail the biggest trends of 2025 in one small space
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What is a Tudor-style house? Everything you need to know about this classic architectural style
Tudor Revival-style takes inspiration from Medieval English buildings – it's filled with romantic charm and character
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Shea McGee says this old-fashioned kitchen feature is making a comeback – and I've found the chicest ways to create the look from just $30
All hail the humble pot rail; it can transform a kitchen backsplash into a farmhouse-style feature
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'Shop with feeling, not just function' – how to navigate an online auction like a designer
Say goodbye to impulse buys and overly high bids – this is how you peruse an auction with ease and determination
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What is a sleeping porch? The historical home feature that could be making a comeback
This traditional home feature is the perfect summer retreat. Designers talk us through how the once-loved sleeping porch could be making a comeback
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How to make IKEA furniture look more expensive – 6 tried and tested styling and upcycling tips
These six tips will transform an IKEA piece into a bespoke, high-end creation
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3 styling lessons I learnt from taking a tour of Nate Berkus' coffee table – so simple, but they've changed the way I approach my setup
Nate Berkus' vintage coffee table, and the decor upon it, is a lesson in how to style this key living room piece
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How a once 'hard-edged' industrial Brooklyn apartment was transformed into a 'soft and playful' home perfect for a young family
Interior design studio White Arrow created the perfect family apartment that fuses functionality with light-hearted whimsy
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8 cheap things to thrift that will actually make your home look more expensive
Don't underestimate the power of thrifted decor, you can find affordable pieces that will make your home feel high-end and masterfully curated
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'The final chapter' of Frank Lloyd Wright's prosperous career – this New York home was the perfect passion project for its previous owner, who continued to restore this historic home
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Zaferiou House was given a sympathetic redesign by interior designer Sarah Magness
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Designers say this 1 unassuming and affordable feature will make your home look more expensive
Don't underestimate the power of humble hardware – a chic draw pull or door knob can give any home character and luxury
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7 things that could be making your antiques look cheap
Interior designers and antique experts say to avoid these seven common mistakes that could make your antiques look cheap
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This is the best furniture to buy at thrift stores, according to vintage experts
Thrift stores aren't just good for clothes and trinkets – you can find all sorts of one-of-a-kind quality furniture, and here's what to look out for
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These are the most valuable property styles, according to real estate experts from across the country
These four architectural styles are deemed highly valuable and sought after, according to real estate specialists
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