Katherine Owen

Katherine Owen is a writer and editor with a passion for home design. In her 10+ years of experience, she's covered everything from cozy Southern cottages to fresh farmhouses to sprawling mountain retreats. Her work has been featured in Southern Living, Birmingham Magazine, The Atlantic, Boulder Lifestyle, Log & Timber Home Living, and more. Find her at katherinegowen.com.

Painted Floors Are Having a Moment—Here's What to Know Before Grabbing a Brush

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Here's how to get the look with as little fuss as possible.

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Skirted Sinks Are Back in a Big Way

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This is one classic design trick we never stopped loving. Here's how to achieve a simply chic skirted sink.

7 Things You Didn't Know About "Friday Night Lights"

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Are you a real Dillon Panther?

Nothing Beats Boxwood—And Here's Why

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This classic shrub is thriving in all kinds of Southern gardens thanks to sturdier new selections

These Farmhouse Paint Colors Will Never Go Out of Style

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And they're not all white.

Why We Love House Plan 1391

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You had us at Hookset Hideaway.

Why We Love House Plan 1474

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In this case, two stories are better than one!

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This Nashville Couple Showed Us How to Downsize in Style

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They spent years planning before they broke ground.

You Must See This Colorful Home Bursting With Christmas Cheer

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Step inside the world of Natasha Lawler, a consummate hostess who designed her Charlottesville, Virginia, home with joyful parties in mind

Why We Love House Plan 1474

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In this case, two stories are better than one!

This Nashville Couple Showed Us How to Downsize in Style

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They spent years planning before they broke ground.

You Must See This Colorful Home Bursting With Christmas Cheer

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Step inside the world of Natasha Lawler, a consummate hostess who designed her Charlottesville, Virginia, home with joyful parties in mind

This 2,500-Square-Foot Cottage is Bursting with Southern Charm

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A small home can have big attitude. Birmingham decorator Fran Keenan proves it.

The Top Porch Decorating Mistakes to Avoid, According to an Interior Designer

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Sometimes less really is more.

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5 Things a Southerner Never Throws Away

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Spring cleaning is no match sentimental Southerners.

14 Hidden Storage Spots in Your Home for Easy Organization

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Are you putting these hidden spaces to work?

5 Things You Didn't Know About 'Sweet Home Alabama'

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Just how big of a Melanie Carmichael fan are you?

Is It Too Late To Prune My Roses?

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Here's what to do if spring caught you by surprise.

3 Rules You Should Totally Break When Choosing Paint Colors

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Rules are made to be broken, after all.

The Easiest Plants to Grow From Clippings

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A quick snip is often the easiest way to grow.

16 Laundry Room Ideas We're Obsessed With

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It's possibly the hardest working space in the home. Give it some decorating TLC.

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You Can't Go Wrong with These Greige Paint Colors for Refreshing Your Home in 2022

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Swatches that prove greige stands the test of time.

Is My Dog Sleeping Too Much?

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Should we really let sleeping dogs lie?

Gray and White Kitchen Ideas We Love

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This clean color combo never goes out of style.

The Dreamiest Bedroom Paint Colors for Creating a Soothing Escape

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From the bright and bold to the totally toned down, these hues add instant style to any bedroom.

7 Holiday Decorating Mistakes That Are Actually Dangerous

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'Tis the season to be merry, but be wary of these surprisingly common holiday decor disasters.

These Will Be the Top Exterior Paint Color Trends of 2022

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Dial up the curb appeal with one of these three big trends.

Interior Paint Trends You're Going To See Everywhere in 2022

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Get ready to go green!