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 toward 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 color 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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11 Happy Colors to Paint a Bedroom — The Uplifting Shades That'll Give You a Dopamine Boost This Winter (and Beyond)Sunshine yellows, peachy pinks, and uplifting greens — these are the colors to paint your bedroom to bring joy to your sleep space
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Designers Say These Decor Mistakes Are Making Your Living Room Feel 'Cold' — Here's What to Change for a Warm and Welcoming SpaceEver wondered why your living room feels cold? From angular sofa styles to color schemes that feel washed out, these are the things to switch up
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IKEA's New Limited-Edition Cast Iron Pot Is as Good (and Good-Looking) as the 'Big' Kitchenware Brands, but So Much More AffordableMade from enamelled cast iron, this casserole is a winter cooking essential
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They're Not Just White Walls — These 12 Neutral Color Schemes, Taken From Richly-Layered Real Spaces, Are Pure Inspiration for Pared-Back PalettesFrom chocolate brown layered with ochre to plaster pink rooms, these are the neutral color palettes to try in 2026
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How to Hang Wallpaper Like an Interior Designer — 12 Tips and Tricks for a Style-Led LookFrom wallpapering the ceiling to fully wrapping a room, here's how the pros are hanging wallpaper in 2026
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5 Outdated Color Trends Designers Warn Will Go Out of Fashion in 2026 — "They're Rarely Flattering"From butter yellow to chartreuse, are these once-popular colors starting to fade? Here's what we know
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13 Calming Paint Colors Designers Use to Make Rooms Feel Soothing — And No, They're Not All NeutralsNature-inspired greens, plaster pinks, and even much richer tones — these paint shades set a calming base to any interior scheme
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IKEA's Stacking Twin Bed Is a Box Room Savior — It's Solid Wood, Non-flimsy, and Super Versatile When You're Hosting GuestsWith stackable beds, you can save on space and have various bed setup options for guests — from twin beds to doubles
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I've Been Inspired by This IKEA Hack to Put a Medicine Cabinet in My Living Room — It Makes So Much for Hosting Once You've Seen ItWho says medicine cabinets are just for bathrooms? Here's how designers make it a functional and stylish addition to living spaces
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Crisis Averted — Here's How to Convert Any Sofa Into a Comfortable Temporary Bed This Festive Season When You've Got One Too Many GuestsThere's no excuse for an uncomfortable bed setup on the sofa with these simple tips and tricks
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Tablecloth or No Tablecloth? Stylists Settle the Debate Once and for All on How to Dress Your Table When You're EntertainingWhen is it best to use a tablecloth, and when should you ditch it altogether?
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6 Christmas Table Styling Mistakes I Wish Everyone Reads This Year — Because It's Easy to "Make Even Beautiful Decorations Feel Chaotic"From overcrowding to not sticking to one color palette, these are the commonly made table styling mistakes, according to designers
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How the Tented Ceiling Became Design’s Most Theatrical Flex — And How You Can Realistically Bring the Idea HomeHere's how designers create tented ceilings to add softness and movement to rooms — and why you should, too
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That's It — I've Decided I'm Adding This 'Sentimental' Pottery Barn Christmas Ornament to My Tree Every Single Year From Now onLooking for a way to capture your favorite memories of the year on your Christmas tree? I just found it
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Honeycomb Shapes, Folded Stars, Pleated Fans — Paper Christmas Decorations Are Everywhere This Year, and It's Not Just Because They're So Easy to StoreWhether your Christmas decor leans playful or understated, paper decorations cater to all, and these are the most stylish among them
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5 Reasons Why Your Bedding Looks Flat, and The Simple Switches You Can Make for a Snuggly Bed You Won't Ever Want to LeaveFrom choosing the right duvet size to layering textiles, these are the expert tricks you need to know about for a sumptuous bed setup
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The 13 Types of Wall Paneling That Interior Designers Are Using in Their Projects Right Now, Ranked in Order of StyleFrom classic tongue and groove to contemporary slatted paneling, here's all you need to know about the most stylish types of wall paneling
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No Fireplace? No Problem — Here Are 10 Alternatives Designers Say to Try Instead, to Create a Cozy Focal Point in Your Living RoomThese clever and creative ideas from experts prove that you don't need a fireplace to have a cozy-looking space
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I Asked Interior Designers How to Layer Fabrics to Make My Living Room Cozier for Autumn — These Are the Tricks They Lean on MostFrom choosing a color palette to mixing different patterns, designers share all you need to know about layering fabrics this cozy season
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Why the Revival of 90s 'Honey Oak' Might Be the Most Comforting Design Trend of 2025 so FarThis once-dated wood stain is officially back, and designers are giving this warm material a modern twist
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The 'New Neutrals' Designers Are Choosing for Their 2026 Schemes — 4 Stylish Shades to Use Instead of White, Gray, and BeigeHere are the most on-trend 'neutral' colors that you need to know about for the year ahead
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6 Undeniably Cool Fold-Out Desks for Kids That You May Even Want to Use as a Grown-UpLooking to save on space while creating a functional workstation? Look no further than these stylish fold-out desks
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Wheeled Garden Planters are a Godsend for Tricky Plants You Want to Survive Summer *and* Winter — These Ones Look Great, TooNot only do wheeled planters keep plants protected from the elements, but they're great for small outdoor spaces, too
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I'm Calling It — This 'Water Feature Pot' Is the Simplest, Most Chic Way to Add the Soothing Sound of Water Into Your GardenCreate a tranquil oasis in your garden this summer with these stylish and serene water feature pots
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