Andréana Lefton

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Andréana Lefton is a writer and educator, focusing on human rights and creating spaces of refuge—in our homes and communities. As a documentary researcher, she has freelanced with The Guardian as well as NPR- and BBC-affiliates. She’s written for On Being, the United Nations, and many non-profit clients in the US, UK, Europe, and Middle East. All that she knows of garden care and interior design she learned from her artistic mother, Jacqueline. She now applies these skills to her life in Chattanooga, TN, where home is an urban art studio with books piled everywhere. Follow her on Twitter.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
Here’s What Life Is Like in Some of NYC’s Tiniest Apartments

What these New York apartments lack in space, they make up for in style.

FEBRUARY 6, 2020 | THURSDAY
16 American Downtowns That Are Making a Comeback

Downtowns across the United States are booming. What’s behind the resurgence? Probably some of the same factors that have contributed to the growth of these 16 city centers.

FEBRUARY 3, 2020 | MONDAY
10 Places You Never Knew Pests Were Hiding

A clean house doesn’t necessarily keep bugs away. In fact, infestations can strike even the tidiest homes. Pests are determined and inventive, so when you're hunting for insects, be sure ...

FEBRUARY 3, 2020 | MONDAY
12 Painted Walls That Look Like Wallpaper

The walls of your house should be sturdy, but they don’t have to be boring. Amp up the appeal of your interior walls with a little painter’s tape and some bright ideas.

JANUARY 27, 2020 | MONDAY
20 Things You Never Knew About the Super Bowl

This year's big game, Super Bowl LIV, between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs takes place in Miami on February 2. Every year the game and spectacle that comes with it offer...

JANUARY 22, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
13 Brands That Are Changing the Way We Clean

Learn about the homegrown brands and family-inspired businesses that are transforming how we clean – from the inside out.

JANUARY 15, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
35 Ways to Use Ordinary Things in Extraordinary Ways

When used imaginatively, ordinary items can have practical magic. Here’s some inspiration for employing everyday household goods in unusual—and helpful—ways.

JANUARY 13, 2020 | MONDAY
The Most Common Household Crimes—And How to Protect Yourself in 2020

What's the best way to protect against household crime? Arm yourself with awareness and knowledge, and implement these suggestions for crime prevention in 2020.

JANUARY 10, 2020 | FRIDAY
The 13 Best Carpet Colors for the Home

Revamp your floors with new carpet colors that are both timeless and on trend.

JANUARY 6, 2020 | MONDAY
10 Easy Ways You Can Be a Better Neighbor

Loving thy neighbor can be harder than it sounds. But with a few simple practices, you can encourage the growth of friendly, mutually beneficial relationships, and turn your neighborhood ...