Rachel Brown

Rachel is an experienced interior designer and décor expert, known for her ability to create beautiful, meaningful spaces. Her passion for design began in the early 2000s when she and her husband started renovating their first historic home, which sparked her deep involvement in home renovation and interior design. Since then, they have successfully renovated four historic homes, each reflecting a unique blend of style and history.

Highlights:

  • Rachel’s expertise lies in blending classic and modern design elements to create timeless interiors. Her practical experience in home renovation has allowed her to develop a keen eye for detail, ensuring that every project results in functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces.
  • She brings a hands-on approach to interior design, specializing in home décor, furniture placement, and spatial planning, focusing on creating comfortable and inviting environments.

Experience:

With years of experience working on diverse design projects, Rachel understands how to transform a space from concept to completion. Her knowledge of interior décor trends, combined with her practical renovation experience, enables her to craft spaces that are both stylish and practical.

  • Education: Rachel holds a B.S. in Political Science and an M.A. in International Affairs, which enriches her understanding of the broader cultural influences that can be incorporated into design.
  • Expertise: Home Decor, Interior Design, Renovation
    Location: United States
    Title: Interior Design Contributor

About Homedit

At Homedit, we help you transform your home with expert-curated content, DIY inspiration, and trend-driven design ideas. Since 2008, we’ve empowered millions to create spaces that reflect their style. Learn more about us and our editorial process as we guide you every step of the way.

Rachel Brown's Latest Stories

10 Common Scent Mistakes to Avoid in Your Home
10 Mistakes Homeowners Make With Area Rugs and How to Fix Them
Surprising Household Uses For Acetone Besides as a Nail Polish Remover
Design Choices You Might Regret in Five Years
What is a Farmhouse Sink?
‘90s Christmas Decor is Back: How to Get the Look With These 13 Ideas
Affordable Decor Ideas That Will Make Your House Look Expensive
Decorating With Brown is Not Outdated: How to Use it in Your Space
9 Rules You Should Never Forget When Decorating
Things That Make Your Dining Room Look Dated
What Designers Prioritize First in Decorating: Their Step-by-Step Process
Is Taupe Making a Comeback?
8 Paint Colors You Should Never Use in Your Dining Room and What to Try Instead
Lighting Trends You Are Starting to See Everywhere
What These 11 Front Door Colors Say About You
Kitchen Design Elements That Instantly Date Your Space (and How to Avoid Them)
12 Things That Don’t Belong in Your Living Room
Outdated Bedroom Design Trends We Are Retiring and What to Do Instead
Houseplants That You Should Not Have in Your Home
How You Can Get Rid of Bed Bugs Permanently
Fall Decor Tips That Can Instantly Transform Your Home
11 Things That You Should Never Declutter Quickly
10 Easy Ways to Freshen Your Kitchen
12 Creative Tips for Decorating a Studio Apartment
Clever Design and Decor Tips for Decorating Limited Spaces
12 Ideas for Decorating a Small Space With Style and Individuality
What is Cottage-Style Kitchen Decor? Create the Look With These Ideas
Creative Methods for Successfully Organizing a Child’s Room
11 Clever Ideas for Making Your Home Look and Feel Bigger
How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Fun Outdoor Living Area
Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing the Right Outdoor Lighting
Tips for Creating Vintage Style in Your Home
4 DIY Projects to Update Your Kitchen
10 Tips and Tricks for Organizing a Messy Garage
Simple Tips for Designing a Garden From Scratch
Explaining Limewash and How to Use It
Explaining Transitional Style: A Blend of Modern and Traditional Design
Best and Worst Interior Colors for East Facing Rooms
Tips for Choosing Interior Colors for South-Facing Rooms
The Best Paint Colors for a West-Facing Room
Tips for Choosing the Best Interior Colors for North Facing Rooms
Fluted Paneling: Everything You Need to Know About This Popular Interior Trend
Steps for Adding Black Accents to Existing Decor
Do You Know How to Style a Usable and Attractive Bookcase?
Bold Black: Infusing Every Room with Style
Clever Ways to Add Architectural Interest to a Room That Doesn’t Have Any
Ideas for Updating the Style of a Small Hallway
Popular Interior Trends That Some People Really Dislike
How to Use Vintage Pieces to Update Your Home
How to Make Your Kitchen More Inviting For the Whole Family
Do You Know These Handy Ways to Organize a Garden Shed?
What is the Maximalism Trend in Interior Design and Why is it So Popular?
Home Maintenance Tasks to Complete Right After Buying a New House
12 Kitchen Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
11 Cleaning Trends to Ditch and What to Try Instead
Outdated Interior Design Rules to Break When Decorating a Studio Apartment
11 Items of Furniture or Decor You Should Never Buy
Help! What Wall Colors Go With Honey Oak Cabinets?
Update Your House Style With Gingham: New Looks With a Timeless Pattern
Vintage-Style Kid’s Rooms Are Trending Now: Ideas to Create the Look
Outdated Window Treatment Styles to Avoid and What to Choose Instead
Do You Know the Difference Between a Family Room and Living Room?
Update Your House With a Colorful Bathroom: Tips and Tricks to Nail the Style
Easy Ideas for Updating an Outdated Bathroom Without Spending a Fortune
Checkerboard Floors Are Back in a Big Way: How to Get the Look in Your Home
What are Checkerboard Floors?
Elements That Are Making Your Home Look Outdated
Budget Home Renovations That Will Quickly Update Your Home
Try These 9 Renter-Friendly Hacks to Upgrade Your Living Room
Ways to Decorate Your Home Without Spending a Penny
10 Outdated Interior Features That Might Deter Potential Home Buyers  
Guess Which Countertop Trends Are the Most Popular in 2024 and Beyond
12 Outdated Interior Trends That Designers Hate But People Secretly Love
Current Interior Design Trends That Have Already Begun to Feel Outdated
8 Common Mistakes When Decluttering a Backyard and How to Do It Right
8 Backyard Privacy Mistakes and How to Fix Them
25 Hacks to Keep Your House Smelling Good
11 Bedroom Trends That Are Outdated: Out With the Old and In With the New
9 Items That You Should Toss From Your Pantry ASAP
11 Outdated Backsplash Designs That Will Quickly Date Your Home
Elements of Modern Rustic Style and Ways to Bring the Look Home
9 Outdated Kitchen Cabinet Styles to Avoid and New Options to Consider
12 Useless Items That Are Taking Up Valuable Space in Your Home
9 Outdated Living Room Paint Colors and What Colors to Try Instead
Steps for Choosing the Best Color Palette
Color Combinations to Avoid and Which to Try Instead   
Decorating With Brown: How to Use Brown in Every Room of Your House
How to Mix Modern and Antique Elements Like a Pro
12 Ideas for Creating a Comfortable and Stylish Guest Room
Stylish and Innovative Modern Bookcases That You Can Buy Today
11 Clever Ways to Use the Space Above Your Kitchen Cabinets
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Furniture
Is Your Subway Tile Backsplash Outdated?
9 Outdated Design Rules You Should Ignore and What to do Instead
Outdoor Deck Trends for Natural Living Spaces in 2024
A Checklist of 8 Essential Elements That Every Living Room Needs
10 Ideas for Making the Most of Your Outdoor Space This Summer
12 Furniture Arranging Mistakes to Avoid to Create a More Balanced and Functional Design
15 Ideas for Personalizing Your College Dorm Room
Choosing the Right Headboard for Your Bedroom Design
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