
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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Food-themed color trends are taking over in 2025 – 6 spaces featuring the most delicious palettes, from butter yellow to pistachio green
Butter yellow, pistachio green, tomato red – here's all you need to know about the food-inspired colors dominating the interiors world
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9 color-drenched kitchens that prove this paint trend is totally timeless when used in this hardworking space
It's time to go bold and embrace color-drenched kitchens – these stylish spaces prove that a one-color approach is timeless and liveable
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Designers say these are the best colors to pair with pistachio green – 7 hues that flatter this on-trend shade
From soft pinks to rich neutrals, these are among the most stylish color pairings for this summer's need-to-know-about hue: pistachio green
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Butter yellow might be endlessly chic – but designers warn not to pair it with these colors that can ruin this soft subtle shade
Think twice before pairing 2025's new neutral with these four colors – from cool whites to competing pastels
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21 creative paint ideas for any size of project
Add personality to your home with these imaginative paint ideas. Covering walls, furniture, and flooring, these ideas cater to a range of design styles
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These are the best colors to choose for your bedroom carpet, according to designers
What is the best color for a bedroom carpet? We spoke to the design experts to find out what the most practical and stylish carpet colors are for the bedroom
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10 of the best exterior paint colors according to designers – these are the go-to shades from tried and trusted brands
Tried and tested by designers, these paint colors are perfect for refreshing your home's exterior
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Little Greene paint colors in real homes – 19 rooms decorated by designers with tried and true paint shades and wallpapers
Gain fresh paint color inspiration with these timeless Little Greene shades, from rich greens to elegant neutrals
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Where can you buy Benjamin Moore paint? Here's all you need to know about browsing and shopping this much-loved brand
Looking to buy Benjamin Moore paint? These are the best ways to get your hands on this iconic paint brand
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5 bedroom colors going out of style in 2025 – and what designers are using instead for a stylish sleep space
Designers are ditching these bedroom colors in favor of these on-trend and more restful alternatives
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We asked 10 interior designers to share the colors they always tell clients to use in a bedroom – these were the shades that came up top
From soothing blues to soft pinks, these are designers' go-to shades for stylish and calming bedrooms
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What colors go best with butter yellow? 8 equally delicious shades to pair with spring's hottest color trend
Inspired to elevate your home this spring with chic pale yellows? Here are the best colors to complete your scheme
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Bathroom colors going out of style in 2025 – and the designer-approved shades to decorate with instead
These are the colors to swerve in your bathroom decor if you want to create a stylish and design-led space, according to experts
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This pink and green open-plan kitchen and living room proves that complementary colors are the perfect way to achieve a harmonious space
Take inspiration from this stylish space decorated with soft pinks and dark shades of green
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Pistachio green is the go-to color for spring and summer 2025 – here's how designers are using this soothing hue in their schemes
Elevate your color schemes with pistachio green, the need-to-know-about spring color trend
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What is Light Reflective Value and why is it important when choosing paint colors? Experts share all you need to know
LRV affects how your chosen paint color interacts with light
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The best dark neutral paints – 9 favorites among designers from Farrow & Ball, Sherwin-Williams, and more
Add a moody feel to your home with these stylish dark neutral paints
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The 5 worst colors to use in a bedroom, according to a color psychologist – these shades can prevent relaxation and ruin sleep
Avoid these intense shades if you want to create a soothing sleep space
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Bored of decorating with the same color combinations? Color psychologist Tash Bradley has shared her two favorite 'underrated' paint pairings for a playful take on color
Create an exciting interior scheme with these expert-suggested paint color combinations
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Benjamin Moore just debunked these 3 common paint and color decorating 'myths' – here's why you should also veto these traditional rules
Here's why you don't need to follow these decorating assumptions to create a stylish and cohesive color scheme
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Decorating with neutrals – 17 design and decor ideas from interior designers for a stylishly pared-back space
Interior designers explain how to create a perfectly balanced and timeless neutral scheme, from kitchens to living rooms
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Etruscan Red is 'elegant and dramatic' – here's how Farrow & Ball recommends decorating with its classic red paint for a bold yet liveable scheme
These are Farrow & Ball's suggested spaces to use this rich, brown-red paint
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Kitchen paint colors going out of style – 3 shades designers are ditching in 2025
From cool whites to deep blues, designers are swerving these paint shades this year
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These are 5 of Shea McGee's favorite paint colors for kitchen cabinets – ranging from light neutrals to dark and moody hues
Discover Studio McGee's tried and tested paint colors for kitchen cabinets from leading paint brands
By Emily Moorman Published