
Emily Moorman
Emily is a freelance interior design writer based in Scotland. Prior to going freelance in the spring of 2025, Emily worked as Homes & Gardens’ Paint & Color Editor, covering all things color across interiors and home decor for the Homes & Gardens website. Having gained specific expertise in this area, Emily is well-versed in writing about decorating with color – from the latest color trends to guiding homeowners towards the best paint shades – and is passionate about the importance of color psychology in home design to create spaces that are as practical and comfortable as they are stylish.
Before her career in writing, Emily studied at Norwich University of the Arts, gaining an undergraduate degree in Fashion Communication. Upon graduating, she worked in creative roles across PR and marketing, giving her valuable experience in storytelling and digital communication. She uses her varied industry experience to craft meaningful written content, working with leading interior designers to inspire homeowners to create personality-led homes.
Based in Glasgow, Emily lives in a tenement flat, which she loves furnishing with vintage furniture finds. Her own interior design style reflects the simplicity and clean lines of mid-century design, paired with more modern pieces. While she loves the calmness of a neutral colour palette, she enjoys adding bolder colors through accents. Emily loves homes that tell a story and reflect a timeless approach to design and decorating, and is constantly inspired by unique spaces that feel truly personal.
Latest articles by Emily Moorman
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Decorating Your Bedroom in 2026? These Are the 7 Color Trends Designers Are Loving Right Now
This year's bedroom color schemes are all about warming hues that bring design flair while guaranteeing a soothing space
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How to Actually Use Gray in 2026 – 6 Stylish Schemes That Show Exactly How To Use This Tricky Shade
From painting the walls to decorating with wallpaper, here's how designers are using gray this year in a way that doesn't feel dated
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5 Common Color Clichés That Could Be Holding Back Your Home’s Style – Designers Reveal the Rules to Ignore in 2026
Unsurprisingly, designers have a lot to say about ditching the white paint in 2026 when it comes to these color clichés
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The Colors to Paint Your Living Room in 2026 – 5 On-Trend Shades Designers Are Using Right Now
From airy light blues to muddy greens, these are the most stylish shades to paint your living room this year
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Joanna Gaines’ Rose Shed Is a Lesson in How to Do Modern Farmhouse Style in 2026 – It’s All About Going Gothic With the Color Scheme
Joanna Gaines' Rose Shed embraces forest green walls for a sophisticated and moody version of farmhouse decor – and experts say this color has 'calming' qualities
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3 Colors to Avoid Using in Your Home During Winter – and the Cozier Alternatives Designers Want You to Use Instead
From pale pastels to overly dark tones, these are the colors to steer clear of during the colder months
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Sherwin-Williams’ Most Calming Paint Colors Are Perfect for Creating a More Relaxing Home in 2026 – These Are the 5 Gentle Shades to Know About
Create a restful home this year with these pared-back and gentle paint colors from Sherwin-Williams
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7 Best Colors Designers Say You Should Use to Make Your Home Feel Fresh, Light and Spring-Ready
From airy sky blues to uplifting lilacs, these are the colors to bring freshness to your home post-holidays
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This Characterful Kitchen Is a Host's Dream – It's the Perfect Blend of Style and Function and Is 'Full of Sneaky Storage Solutions'
Interior designer Michelle Gage talks us through the clever design of this pink Pennsylvania kitchen
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So You Like Earthy Colors But Don’t Want Your Home to Look Drab? Meet 2026’s Rising Trend – ‘Earthy Vibrancy’
Get to know the latest color craze that is replacing neutrals with earthy, rich, and warming hues that fill rooms with soul and personality
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10 Colors to Use Instead of Plain White, According to Interior Designers Who Want Your Home to Look More Interesting
Bored with decorating with white paint? These are the more exciting alternatives to try, from smoky green to pale blue
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Inspired by a Love of Fantasy Worlds, This Pennsylvania Home Is a Charming Celebration of Pattern, Color, and Art
Here's how the interior designer Michelle Gage designed every room of this family home to pay homage to its owners' personalities and interests
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Dark Colors Have Dominated 2025, But Will They Still Be on Trend in 2026? Designers Are Divided
Have dark paints had their heyday, or are they here to stay? Designers discuss how these moody hues are transitioning into the year ahead
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Meet the Luxurious Color Trend Inspired by Everyone’s Favorite Cocktail – It’s Endlessly Chic and Proves Black Can Be Soft and Versatile
Here's how designers are using warm-toned blacks to add depth and drama to rooms, while keeping things soft and cozy
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This Exact Farrow & Ball Shade Is the Color of the Moment, But Will Its Popularity Last? Designers Weigh In on the Iconic Powder Blue ‘Yonder’
Uplifting yet tranquil, here's how Yonder became the 'it' color of 2025
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The One Color Designers Never Choose for Guest Bathrooms – And the Flattering Hues That Always Work
If you want your guest bathroom to feel cozy and welcoming, designers recommend parting ways with this popular, but often uninspiring, color
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Mauve Is the Unexpected Color That Designers Want to See More of in 2026 – Here's How to Use This '80s-Coded Color Tastefully
This once-dated color adds warmth and a moody feel to plenty of rooms, from dining rooms to bedrooms
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If You Are Sick of Red and Green at Christmas, Here Are the 5 Unexpected Holiday Colors Designers Are Using to Break Away from Tradition This Year
From icy blues to a pop of pink, these are the non-traditional hues designers are decorating with this festive season
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Designers’ Favorite Holiday Hosting Traditions – 7 Stylish and Sentimental Ideas
Interior designers share their favorite hosting traditions for the holidays, from Thanksgiving to Christmas
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The 3 Dated Color Trends Designers Are Leaving Out of Their Schemes in 2026 – and the More On-Trend Alternatives They're Using Instead
2025 has been a year of color, but which color trends that designers think will start to look outdated in the new year?
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These Are the Biggest Color Trends That You'll See Everywhere in Interiors Next Year, From Tranquil Teal to Rich Plum
2026 is all about rich, soothing, and nature-inspired hues that fill our homes with color confidence
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If You Are Looking for a More Interesting Alternative to White Paint, This Is the Subtle Benjamin Moore Shade Designers Always Recommend
Explore designers' favorite ways to decorate with Benjamin Moore's Classic Gray, from kitchen cabinets to bedroom walls
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Teal Is the Jewel Accent Designers Are Using to Make Homes Feel More Luxurious – And These Are the Three Key Places They're Using It
From teal wall paneling to color-capping, these are the stylish ways designers are using trending teal to add richness to rooms
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Move Over Butter Yellow: Ochre Is the Cozy Neutral Designers Are Loving This Fall
While butter yellow was the cheerful, go-to hue of summer, ochre is the richer alternative designers are turning to this fall
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