
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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Julia Child’s Kitchen Will Forever Live in My Mind: How Its Perfect Blend of Style, Function, and Culinary Charm Continues to Inspire MeThe archetypal farmhouse kitchen, Julia Child's iconic cooking space, will forever inspire me
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Martha Stewart's Charming Jar Ornaments Are Perfect For a Tabletop or Mantel This Christmas – And Can Be Created in a Matter of MinutesA simple yet impactful way to elevate any surface, all you need is a jar, some lights, a bag of salt and a nostalgic decoration to recreate the look
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Kendall Jenner’s Artfully Collected Mountain Home May Be the Strongest Proof Yet That Eclectic Decorating Is Interior Design’s Next Long-Term EraDesigned by Heidi Caillier, Kendall's cabin retreat is a refreshing twist on traditional design that still feels cozy yet contemporary
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How the Late Diane Keaton’s Hand-Collected Talavera Tiles Turned a Fireplace Into a Story Worth TellingThe late Diane Keaton's tiled fireplace proves the powers of thoughtful details steeped in history
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I’m Ditching Traditional Wreaths for Martha Stewart’s Ornament Planters – They're the Festive Porch Idea Everyone Will Notice This ChristmasMartha Stewart's timeless planters feel effortlessly festive and grand, making them the perfect welcome for guests throughout the holiday season
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Meghan Markle’s Chic Holiday Tree Makeover – The Understated Gold Formula That Makes Any Living Room Instantly ElegantCovered in gold ornaments, Meghan's tree is simple but classic and proves the power of timeless decorating
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Jennifer Aniston Nails the Wellness-Bathroom Trend With a Modern-Organic Palette – It's a Masterclass in Fearless DesignA lesson in fearless design, Jennifer Aniston's bathroom is an undeniably striking space that's layered with textures, art, and lighting
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From Practical Necessity to Thoughtful Luxury: Why Gwyneth Paltrow Calls a Simple Meat Thermometer the Best Gift She’s Ever ReceivedWhile it might seem mundane to some, to Gwyneth, her meat thermometer couldn't be more personal or thoughtful
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The Lenox Spice Village is Martha Stewart-Approved – 'The Set Adds a Decorative Touch To One’s Kitchen Throughout the Season and All Year Long'Whimsical and charming, the highly collectible Lenox Spice Village is one worth investing in, says homemaking icon Martha Stewart
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Pantone’s Cloud Dancer Isn’t Just a Neutral – Inside the 5 Celebrity Homes Proving This Elegant Off-White Has Serious Staying PowerPantone's Color of the Year is a timeless off-white shade, proven by its presence in these five beautiful celebrity homes
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Jamie Lee Curtis’ Minimalist Entryway Proves Less Can Be More with Antiques, Soft Lighting, and Plenty of PersonalityJamie's entryway welcomes and entices; it is the ultimate blend of old and new
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Reese Witherspoon's Serene Home Office Revived My Appreciation for Grasscloth Wallpaper – A Quiet, Textured Twist on TraditionReese's home office is enviably serene, brought to life by its sophisticated, textured walls
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Blake Lively’s Bathroom Transforms a Usually Clinical Space Into a Warm, Art-Filled Retreat With Vintage Paintings and Unexpected Design ChoicesFrom the wooden beams to the vintage pictures, Blake's bathroom is so homely and inviting
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I'm Ditching Garlands and Stockings After Seeing Victoria Beckham's Fireplace – It Proves That Intentional, Minimal Styling Can Still Be Cozy and InvitingVictoria's fireplace feels so inviting and wintry, yet there's not a single Christmas decoration in sight
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Drew Barrymore’s Beautiful Line Unveils the Essential Accent Chair Every Design-Conscious Living Room Needs –With an Irresistible $100 DiscountI've long had my eye on Drew's accent chair, and with its huge discount, it's rather hard to turn down
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I’m Over White Marble: Ana De Armas’ Dark Kitchen Proves Black Stone Is The Elevated, Warm, And Lived-In Alternative Every Designer CravesAna De Armas' black marble kitchen is artfully designed, perfectly balanced by cream cabinetry and organic touches
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Stop Using A Basic Round Wreath: Martha Stewart's Personal, Intriguing Christmas Alternative Brings A Custom Touch To Your Holiday EntranceGive your front door a personal touch this Christmas with a Martha Stewart-approved monogram wreath
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Victoria Beckham’s Living Room Reveals the Unexpected, Oversized Hero of Seating Design – and It’s Not the SofaVictoria's living room features a statement ottoman that quietly connects the entire space
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Martha Stewart's Design-Led Artificial Christmas Trees Have Changed My Mind About Faux Styles – These Are The Festive Silhouettes Worth The InvestmentGive your home a dose of timeless charm with Martha Stewart's festive trees designed to work in every space
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Martha Stewart’s Perfectly Designed Pumpkin Pies Are a Lesson in Seasonal Aesthetics: Shop the Must-Have Dish and Cutters for Her Detailed LookMartha's pumpkin pies are the perfect holiday gift for friends and family – and you can recreate them for Christmas with these festive baking tools
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Gwyneth Paltrow Solves Your Holiday Gift-Giving Crisis With The Highly Bespoke Goop Guide For People Who Have EverythingIt wasn't easy, but I've narrowed it down to my six favorite picks from Gwyneth's chic Christmas gift guide
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Katie Holmes's Charming, Sentimental Christmas Tree Decoration Reveals How to Master the Nostalgia Trend with a Single, Whimsical OrnamentKatie's tree features a charmingly retro snowman ornament that evokes joy, and finding comfort in the simplest things
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Ina Garten's Elegant, Minimalist Holiday Table Design Is Achievable in Minutes, Offering a Stylish Solution Just Before Your Grand Christmas FeastThe Barefoot Contessa's dining table look is so easy to achieve – and you (probably) already have most of the pieces at home
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My Simple Fix For A Clinical Kitchen: How One Vintage Martha Stewart Chair Brings Instant French Bistro Character To My Cooking Space (For Under $134)Bring warmth and charm into your cooking space with Martha's bistro dining chair
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