Kelly Dawson
Kelly Dawson is a writer, editor, and marketing consultant who has contributed to nearly every major shelter publication in America. She has been writing for Architectural Digest since 2017, and her work has also appeared in the New York Times, Travel + Leisure, Vox, and Bon Appétit, to name a few. She’s based in Los Angeles, where she lives with lots of books and sunshine. Follow her on Instagram @kellydawsonwrites.
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Tour a Sprawling Upper West Side Apartment With Serene Interiors and Cinematic Views
Designer Rodney Lawrence imbued the family residence with a “gentle” palette, letting the sky-high vista speak for itself
AD It Yourself
39 Wall Decor Ideas to Bring Your Space to Life
Consider these simple decorative touches to make your house feel like a home
Reno Diary
A 475-Square-Foot Garage Becomes a Flex Space for Homework and Fun
Designer Heather Taylor renovated her Laurel Canyon garage into the ultimate clubhouse
AD It Yourself
How to Hang Curtains: A Hassle-Free 5-Step Guide
Dive into drapery with our guide on curtain hanging—including expert styling advice from pros like Bobby Berk
AD It Yourself
How to Clean a Shower Head and Banish Mineral Buildup
Get your shower head squeaky clean so you can do the same
AD It Yourself
How Often Should You Wash Your Sheets?
Rest easy knowing you’re up-to-date on experts’ recommendations for maintaining fresh bedding
Reno Diary
In This Geometric Echo Park Kitchen, a Clean-Lined Reno Proves It’s Hip to Be Square
Designer Patrick Maziarski worked with friends turned clients to make a century-old kitchen feel contemporary
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An Indianapolis Tudor Home Is Bright, Modern, and Made For Slumber Parties
One couple’s new-build house accommodates six children and features an outdoor shower
AD It Yourself
How to Clean a Nespresso
If you jump-start every day with George Clooney’s java of choice, make sure you’re keeping your Nespresso machine clean
AD It Yourself
How to Clean an Iron: Expert Tips for Inside, Outside, and Bottom of Your Machine
A dirty iron runs less effectively and can ruin clothes—here is how to make sure it shines
The Grand Tour
This 415-Square-Foot West Village Apartment Is an Interior Designer’s Calling Card
Armando Aguirre outfitted his home to be a prototype for his business
Reno Diary
A Creative London Couple Turned Their Kitchen Practical Magic Green
The 1998 movie inspired their old-meets-new renovation
The Grand Tour
This 650-Square-Foot Studio Has the Most Perfect Small-Space Dining Nook
Christie Ward and Sharif Zu’bi made a cramped West Village address their own
Reno Diary
This Colorful Georgia Kitchen Once Had a Tree Trunk in Its Island
Obviously, the nature theme was taken too far
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Inside a Seemingly Traditional Connecticut Home With Vibrantly Appointed Interiors
Jesse Parris-Lamb gave each room a distinctive palette
The Grand Tour
A Silver Lake Renovation Uses a Neighboring Icon to Up Its Architectural Game
Principal Aejie Rhyu used the Neutra VDL House as inspo for a 1940s LA bungalow
Reno Diary
A Teeny Portland Bathroom Is Given a Midcentury Makeover
Designer Mandy Riggar used complementary colors and terrazzo tiles to build a Palm Springs–style oasis
WEB-EXCLUSIVE HOME TOUR
Tour a 19th-Century Town House in Hoboken, New Jersey
A young family undertakes a serious remodeling project
Reno Diary
A Studio City Kitchen Was Transformed to Feel Like a Colorful Treehouse
There’s even a specific spot where one homeowner can enjoy a glass of wine
Clever's Seat Week
6 Items to Curate a More Accessible Home, According to Disabled Folks
Because a disability-friendly space can be universally appealing too