Latest articles by Eleanor Richardson
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Benjamin Moore’s Swiss Coffee Might Still Be Shea McGee’s Favorite Neutral – But These Are the Bolder Colors She Wants to See More OfShea McGee will always rely on the classics, but she's not afraid to embrace punchy shades this year – 'I do lean neutral, but I'm not afraid of color'
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Can a Color Scheme Be Both Trendy and Timeless? Designers Say Yes – Here's How to Choose Shades That Feel Fresh but Never DateBalancing timelessness with trends is possible, say color experts, and the secret lies in these five steps
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The Antiques Interior Designers Always Hunt for to Make American Homes Feel Effortlessly EuropeanThese are the four preloved pieces that 'immediately add soul and a sense of permanence' to the home
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The Best Benjamin Moore Paints for North-Facing Rooms – Designers Swear That These 4 Colors Will Never Feel Flat or ColdFrom sage greens to off-whites, these are the four best Benjamin Moore paint colors for north-facing rooms
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The Unexpected Paint Color Designers Are Using Instead of Plaster Pink in 2026 – And How to Confidently Make It Work in Your HomeCoral has officially made a comeback – and this is how designers are decorating with the vibrant hue this season
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This Unexpected Shade Is Replacing Pale Greens in Designer Homes – And It Feels So Much More LuxuriousMove over, sage, interior designers are loving warm yellows this summer instead
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Marie Flanigan Says This Timeless White Paint Is the Answer for Every Room – 'It's One of Those Rare Whites That Feels at Home Almost Anywhere'Interior designer Marie Flanigan tells Homes & Gardens all about her love for neutrals, specifically, Sherwin-Williams' best-selling white paint, Greek Villa
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The Home Decor Designers Always Look for on Vacation – It Makes Every Space Feel More PersonalPlanning a trip? Interior designers say to keep an eye out for these four timeless home treasures during your travels
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The Biggest Color-Drenching Mistakes Designers Want You to AvoidFrom playing it too safe to forgetting about a paint finish, these are the 5 easy-to-make mistakes to avoid when color drenching
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Designers Say Every Characterful Home Has at Least One Thrifted Piece in Every Room – 4 Signs Yours Is Missing OneFrom a lack of balance to too much uniformity, these are the signs that a room needs a pre-loved piece
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3 Simple Outdoor Table Styling Tricks That Make Summer Entertaining Look More Expensive – And the 1 Mistake That Cheapens the LookAdd these three things to your outdoor dining setup for a spread that feels high-end and timeless
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The Sad Beige Era Might Be Over, But Benjamin Moore's Pashmina Is So Far From Boring – 'It Always Feels Warm, But It Never Falls Flat'Interior designers and color experts hail the beige-meets-taupe for its depth, warmth, and deeply layered feel
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Garage Sale Season is Here – But Designers Warn These Are the 5 Things You Need to Know Before Picking Up a BargainThese designer approved tips are worth remembering before you head to a garage sale this summer
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America at 250: The Timeless Design Styles That Have Endured Through the CenturiesWe take a look back at the defining looks from the last 250 years of America's history, and uncover which styles still feel timeless today
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This One Color Is Going to Make Your Front Door Look More Expensive – Designers Say Its Heritage Appeal Is Sure to Boost Curb AppealDesigners say green is the answer to a timeless front door that feels high-end and enduring
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3 Things to Remove From Your Nightstand and 1 To Add Right Now – For a More Restful Summer NightCreate a soothing sleep space this summer by restyling your nightstand and removing these 3 things
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When We Say Gray is Out, We Don't Mean Benjamin Moore's Gray Owl – 'It's a Rare Color That Feels Quietly Dynamic Rather Than Static'Designers might be ditching grays, but that doesn't include Benjamin Moore's Gray Owl
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IKEA Has Just Released the Chicest Hotel-Style Lighting in Collaboration with Acclaimed Designer Ilse Crawford – And It's Hard to Believe They're Under $50IKEA's HALGATT lamps have just launched, and it's clear they've been designed with longevity and luxury in mind
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Don't Reach for the Hose! This is the Expert Method for Safely Cleaning Your Vintage Wicker Patio FurnitureEnsure your vintage wicker furniture looks good for years to come with this fail-safe step-by-step, approved by experts
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The Best Vintage and Antique Sales Happening Across the US This JulyJuly is packed with exciting vintage sales across the country, perfect for vintage lovers everywhere
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Why Designers Claim Farrow & Ball's Elephant's Breath Is the Chicest Gray Paint To Use in 2026 – 'It's a Neutral For People Who Don’t Usually Choose Neutrals'Not all grays are dated in 2026; in fact, designers swear by Farrow & Ball's Elephant's Breath for a layered, rich, and timeless scheme
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The 4 Things Making Your Small Patio Look Even Smaller – And What Designers Say You Should Be Doing InsteadWant to see past the confines of your small patio? Avoid making these four mistakes and embrace these designer tricks instead
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'Rich, Inviting, and a Little Unexpected' – Why Sherwin-Williams Pewter Green Remains Designers' Go-To Moody Paint ColorA grounding green-meets-gray, Pewter Green is a timeless, deeply luxurious hue that translates in any setting
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3 Things Antiques Dealers Always Say You Should Splurge On – and 3 That They Never Waste Money OnThese timeless antiques are always worth spending a little extra on, while certain common collectables are not, experts say
