Gray benko

The maximalist makeovers on Happy to Be Home With the Benkos stray from the standard neutral and “modern” aesthetic typical of most TV series in the home renovation genre. Photo 4 of 4 in “Happy to Be Home With the Benkos” Brings Some Whimsy to the Typical Reno TV Format.

AS A MOM OF TWO and star of Happy To Be Home With the Benkos on the Magnolia Network, Gray Benko leans into playful hues and layered textiles to fashion spaces that are welcoming to children and four-legged friends. “Pets are a great excuse to use color and pattern, which can hide the imperfections animals will inevitably create,” says the Summerville, South Carolina, designer. “Pick those that can camouflage stains and hair.”

Gray Benko on Instagram: "New wallpaper, who dis? @houseofhackney"

floral wallpaper living room

Gray Benko on Instagram: "Right before the 267th time we had to put all of our pieces back on the board. Note to self, no more family game nights on the floor while Goose exists. @unboxnowofficial #TicketToRide #FamilyFun #ad"

Gray Benko (@graybenko) • Instagram photos and videos

Classic Americana gets a twist with a bright patchwork-inspired quilt, geometric rug, and floral pillows. Shop our Gray Benko inspired bedroom collection.

Gray Benko on Instagram: "Here’s a sneak peek of some of the houses from this season of Happy To Be Home! Which space is your favorite? Season 2 premieres tonight at 8p/7c on @magnolianetwork ! Watch it on cable or stream it on @streamonmax or @discoveryplus. Dish Network subscribers are also getting a “Freeview” of Magnolia this week, so you can watch there as well! Here we gooooo! #HappyToBeHome #MagnoliaNetwork @ashleywilliamsallen @buckrossproductions @blind.nil @joannagaines"

My love of and fear of color, antiquing rugs and clocks, the sentimental and educational show I love, discussing how we can fix the housing and climate crises, a book I’ve pre-ordered, the history of zero waste, home renovation failures, and wildfires.