
Katrina Harper-Lewis
Katrina is a lifestyle writer and editor and looks after food, entertaining, sleep and wellness content at Homes & Gardens. She started her career writing about farming and environmental science for Defra's internal magazine, Landscape, before becoming features writer at Sainsbury's magazine, where she covered homes, fashion and beauty, real life, celebrity interviews and diary pages. After five years, Katrina took the plunge into freelancing, during which time she wrote for Ideal Home, The Evening Standard Homes & Property, Boots Health & Beauty, Waitrose Food, Tesco magazine and Asda magazine, and acted as Deputy Editor on John Lewis' Edition, as well as for a collection of monthly regional glossies, also called Edition. Katrina joins Homes & Gardens from her previous role as Herts & Beds Editor of luxury lifestyle platform, Muddy Stilettos, where she created local content and managed social channels, contributed to national campaigns and ran the annual local lifestyle business awards. She's also written about beautiful, storied homes for online platform, The Home Page. Katrina lives in Hertfordshire with her husband and two children in a 100-year old cottage, which she is passionate about putting her stamp on.
Latest articles by Katrina Harper-Lewis
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Beyond the Curve: How Aubrey Plaza’s Sculptural Living Room Masterfully Balances the 30% Rule for Ultimate Comfort
Curves are a key feature of Aubrey's calming space, which combines functional furniture with sculptural accessories
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Think Pink Is Too Juvenile for Serious Interiors? Hillary Duff’s Chic Bathroom Challenges Everything You Thought About the Color
This often-judged color gives Hillary's bathroom a luxe hotel aesthetic – making this lighthearted choice feel so sophisticated
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Kendall Jenner Has Made This Forgotten Sofa Shade Chic Again – It Creates a Grounding Base for a Layered Living Room
This unexpected shade brings warmth and richness to Kendall's LA home – it's a stunning reminder of its unsung power
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Jessica Alba’s Neutral Bathroom Is Such a Serene Space, It’s Made Me Want to Ditch Color and Pattern Completely
Her pared-back scheme highlights natural materials and textures for a spa-like vibe
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin Stallone’s Dining Room Didn’t Start With Furniture – Their Art-Focused Design Choice Is So Striking
Bold artworks set the tone and color palette for this vibrant space – and it's surprisingly affordable to recreate their look
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Victoria Beckham’s Classic White Rose Arrangements Are the Ultimate Example of Understated Luxury and Timeless Floral Design
White roses never go out of style, and Victoria's stunning arrangement reminds us that the simplest ideas can be the most effective
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Four Years On, I'm Still Coveting Gwyneth Paltrow's Range Cooker – This Luxe Appliance Is Such a Timeless (and Unsung) Kitchen Workhorse
Gwyneth Paltrow's Monogram stove has stood the test of time and become an iconic feature of her Montecito home
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Sarah Pidgeon’s Bathroom Reveal Features an Unorthodox Wooden Detail That Proves This Overlooked Material Belongs in Modern Bathrooms
Wood might not be your first choice for a bathroom, but cleverly incorporated accents in this natural material can instantly elevate an otherwise stark scheme
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Love Window Shutters, But Worry That They'd Make My Home Look Dark – Amanda Seyfried's Stunning Living Room Proves Me Wrong
The actor has made a statement feature of her grand oak window shutters, which add warmth and character to her elegant home
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Lindsey Vonn's Twist on Monochrome Brings a Peaceful Warmth to Her Bedroom – Her Break from Tradition Has Feng Shui Benefits
The Olympic skier switched up black and white for brown and stone for an altogether softer and more inviting scheme
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Jackie Kennedy's Powder Blue Dressing Room Has Rekindled My Love of Whimsical Decor 65 Years On – it's Undeniably Romantic
The nostalgic look features a pastel blue palette, softly-draped fabrics, and pleated details
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Olivia Palermo's Living Room Challenged Conventions I Had about Regal Interiors – It Has a Contemporary Twist (and Is Surprisingly Accessible)
From sculptural seating to elegant chandeliers and ornate details, these luxury pieces aren't just for fashion royalty
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Always Thought Monochrome Color Schemes Were Cold Until I Saw Ina Garten's Breakfast Room – it's Cozy and Inviting
The addition of texture, natural materials, and soft curves ensures the Barefoot Contessa's space feels far from stark
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Goldie Hawn’s Entryway, Layered With Global Finds and Handmade Pieces, Proves the Most Beautiful Homes Begin With a Story
Displaying collected treasures from around the world injects instant personality and interest, inviting visitors to explore and start conversations
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Kourtney Kardashian's Screening Room is an Organizer's Dream – She Totally Masters the Art of Stylish Storage
These subtle additions are such a chic way to keep things clear and clutter-free
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Think Neutrals Are Boring? Olivia Dean Shows How a Simple Palette and Smart Textures Create Interiors That Look Effortlessly Chic
Varying the textures in your living room decor makes the space feel layered and interesting, as the Grammy winner demonstrates
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Have Broken a Key Color Rule in Their LA Farmhouse – it Shouldn't Work, But Somehow it's Masterful
The Hollywood couple's rustic farmhouse brings in an unlikely color combination, but it works beautifully
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Can’t Stop Talking About Diane Keaton’s Upside-Down Kitchen Lighting Trick – It’s Such a Genius Way to Make a Room Feel Bigger
Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most effective, as demonstrated by Diane Keaton's clever kitchen lighting
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Gigi Hadid's Living Room is Full of Boho Charm Thanks to Her Unlikely Color Choice – it's a Lesson in How to Embrace (Rather Than Fear) This Bold Shade
Contrary to what you might think, the model's brave use of bright orange in her NoHo Apartment feels warm and eclectic
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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The Spectrum of Pink Tones in Reese Witherspoon's Living Room Has Made Me Re-Think Decorating With This Misunderstood Shade
I didn't think the sugary hue was for me until seeing the way Reese Witherspoon decorated her living room
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Thought Pattern Layering Just Looked Chaotic, But That Was Before I Saw Shonda Rhimes' Elegant and Serene Living Room
Bridgerton producer Shonda Rhimes' expert use of pattern, which lends a nod to the show, is so inspiring
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Yes, You Can Use Bold Pattern and Color in Small Spaces – Vanessa Carlton's Brave Bathroom Decor is Proof, But Only if You Follow This One Key Rule
The singer's bathroom is a whimsical delight and is inspiring us to experiment with the most audacious patterns and hues
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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Jennifer Aniston's Worn Leather Armchair, Dark Wood Cabinet, and Antique Rug Blend Old and New to Perfection – They're Homely, Yet Elevated
The Friends star has a keen eye for interior design and has always injected her homes with eclectic style
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Thought Pink Tiles Were Passe Until I saw Martha Stewart's Elegant Skylands Bathroom – it Confirms How Chic and Versatile the Shade Can Be
Her choice of bathroom tile shade is a nod to pink granite found in Maine, and it works so beautifully
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