Katherine Owen
Southern Living
Washington, DC, United States
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Bold, Bright Colors Transformed This James Island, South Carolina Ranch
Through daring moves that bank on contrast and color, designer and artist Alaina Ralph transformed an empty ranch into a comfortable and creative work of art. → Read More
See This Dreamy San Antonio Before & After Transformation
Texas designer Nicola McLaughlin proves that sometimes you do get your dream home on the first try. → Read More
Why Paperwhites Make The Best Holiday Gifts
Paperwhite bulbs are great gifts to hand out to all your friends during the holidays. Here are a few ideas that make great presents for everyone on your list. → Read More
No-Grass Backyard Ideas for Easy Maintenance in Any Season
Take a step away from the traditional grass yard in favor of a no-mow, easy-maintenance backyard. Sometimes, the grass isn't always greener. Here's what is. → Read More
18 Interior Window Trim Ideas for Any Home Style
All too easy to overlook, this small detail makes a big difference in a room's design. Take inspiration from these wonderful interior window trim stylings. → Read More
25 Wall Molding Ideas That'll Dress Up Any Room
Take a peek at these Southern homes that prove wall molding is for any space and any style. Use these rooms featuring creative and traditional moldings as inspiration for your home. → Read More
10 Green Kitchen Wall Ideas That Are Trendy Yet Timeless
From natural hues to bright pops of lime, green is a great choice for your kitchen. Freshen up your walls with green-tinted inspiration from these beautiful Southern homes. → Read More
6 Porch Railing Styles Fit for Any Southern Home
From classic Chippendale to contemporary cables, here are a few porch railing ideas to try on for size. → Read More
Skirted Sinks Are Back in a Big Way
Looking to incorporate fabric in your kitchen or bath design? Consider a skirted sink to add warmth and personalization to your sink space. See how designers incorporate this classic style. → Read More
Painted Floors Are Having a Moment—Here's What to Know Before Grabbing a Brush
Historically, paint on the floor was a sign of a paint job gone wrong. Now, floors are getting their own coat. Here's what to know about the trend and how to paint a floor on your own. → Read More
Nothing Beats Boxwood—And Here's Why
A boxwood's small, dense, evergreen leaves can be shaped into decorative topiaries; tall, thick hedges; or low parterres. Here are some favorite variety selections and vital information for caring for and growing boxwoods. → Read More
The Top Porch Decorating Mistakes to Avoid, According to an Interior Designer
It's so tempting to make your porch a vibrant island getaway even if your home is a stately columned farmhouse. We reached out to an expert to learn her tips for balancing porch decor and avoiding porch decorating mistakes. → Read More
5 Things a Southerner Never Throws Away
Spring cleaning is no match sentimental Southerners. → Read More
14 Hidden Storage Spots in Your Home for Easy Organization
Storage, like sleep or butter, is one of those things that everybody could always use more of. Here are some hidden storage spots to take advantage of in your home. → Read More
Is It Too Late To Prune My Roses?
Here's what to do if spring caught you by surprise. → Read More
The Easiest Plants to Grow From Clippings
Sometimes a new plant doesn't require a trip to the garden shop. Here are the easiest plants to propagate or grow from clippings. → Read More
16 Laundry Room Ideas We're Obsessed With
It's possibly the hardest working space in the home. Give it some decorating TLC. → Read More
You Can't Go Wrong with These Greige Paint Colors for Refreshing Your Home in 2022
It's no wonder greige has taken up reign in people's homes, from powder bathrooms to primary bedrooms. This soothing shade not only boasts the best of both worlds–the chicness of gray and the inviting warmth of beige–but also blends in seamlessly to any design style. → Read More
Is My Dog Sleeping Too Much?
If you started working from home in recent years, you may have been surprised to find out just home much of the day your pup spends snoozing away. It's enviable, but is it safe? → Read More
Gray and White Kitchen Ideas We Love
If the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a gray and white kitchen is a sterile, industrial space, think again. Take a look at these kitchens and you'll see you can push this palette any direction— from playful and modern to cozy and classic to every design style in between. → Read More