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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JANUARY 1, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
11 Purchases That Will Help You Go Trash Free in 2020

Instead of buying more, shop smart and cut down on waste this year – and every year. These 12 products will reduce waste and spending, and boost your quality of life too.

DECEMBER 26, 2019 | THURSDAY
15 Clever Buys to Help You Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

Once the holidays are over, it’s time to rev up and start fresh. Why make sticking to your resolutions a chore? Here are a few stellar products that will super-charge your commitment to c...

DECEMBER 23, 2019 | MONDAY
These 10 Renovation Trends Will Be Popular in 2020

When you own a home, it never seems to be quite finished. In the quest to make it as comfortable, functional, and up to date as possible, there's always something to be repaired, replaced...

DECEMBER 16, 2019 | MONDAY
The Secrets Behind How Paint Brands Choose Their Colors of the Year

Why is one color singled out each year for color of the year status? Though top brands have their secrets, a few insiders have shared a little of the process with us. Read on for their in...

DECEMBER 16, 2019 | MONDAY
10 Ways to Make Your Bathroom (Much) Safer

Prevention is key when it comes to bathroom safety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the risk of bathroom injury increases with age, but it is never too early ...

NOVEMBER 26, 2019 | TUESDAY
16 American Towns That Have Never Seen Snow

Climate extremes are hitting the United States hard these days. There are, however, still quite a few locations that snow hasn’t touched in recent memory. Check out this sampling of 16 sn...

NOVEMBER 11, 2019 | MONDAY
11 Houses That Went Viral This Year

“Going viral” can mean fame—or infamy. Here are a dozen houses that secured their 15 minutes of fame in unusual ways.

NOVEMBER 8, 2019 | FRIDAY
8 Things You Should Keep in Your Fridge (But Shouldn't Eat)

Food safety is no joke. According to the FDA, harmful bacteria like listeria can live inside your fridge and cause illness. Fridge temperature, cleanliness, and organization are your best...

OCTOBER 28, 2019 | MONDAY
10 Steps to Get Your Garage Ready for Winter

Winter is coming, and you better get your home ready to withstand the season. And that includes one of the most oft-overlooked clutter magnets in the house—your garage!

OCTOBER 24, 2019 | THURSDAY
7 Reasons to Be a No-Shoes House

No-shoes households sometimes get a bad rap. But the science behind shoe removal is too compelling to be ignored. So, stop judging yourself for asking guests to remove their shoes, and in...