Ingrid Larson
Staff Writer, Architecture & Design
Ingrid Larson is a Staff Writer for Porch & Press, where she covers the intersection of architecture, landscape design, and historic preservation. Through her coverage of Hearth & Home, Properties & Estates, and Homes & Havens, she explores how residential design and real estate trends shape our daily lives. Ingrid approaches each property tour and market analysis with a keen eye for the architectural details that define a well-lived life. Her writing provides readers with deep insights into classic interior design history and exceptional properties nationwide.
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What are biophilic design principles for homeowners well-being?
While often associated with corporate offices, biophilic design interventions in residential settings can reduce stress, alleviate pain, and even cut migraine headaches.
Sep 11, 2026 · 4 min read
How color psychology creates a calming home haven
Students consistently prefer blue interiors over any other color, not just for aesthetics, but because this hue actively facilitates studying and promotes a calm mood, according to research published
Sep 8, 2026 · 3 min read
What Are US Regional Architectural Styles and Why Do They Matter?
In Charleston, South Carolina, the 'single house' isn't just a charming facade; its one-room-wide design was a sophisticated 18th-century solution to maximize airflow and privacy on cramped urban lots
Sep 6, 2026 · 5 min read
National Historic Preservation Act: Exemptions & Impact
Despite the National Historic Preservation Act's mandate for federal agencies to consider historic properties, the White House, U.S.
Sep 3, 2026 · 6 min read
What are Southern estate architectural styles and why is preserving them important?
In Charleston, a 200-year-old antebellum mansion recently underwent a $15 million restoration.
Aug 6, 2026 · 4 min read
What Are Biophilic Design Principles for a Calming Home Haven?
Patients in hospitals where biophilic design is implemented experience reduced hospitalization time and lower mortality rates, a stark contrast to conventional medical environments.
Aug 1, 2026 · 5 min read
London Showhouse Reveals 2026's Biggest Design Trends
At London's WOW!house, damask, a fabric traditionally associated with formality, now upholsters entire walls, creating surprisingly inviting and contemporary living spaces. This bold application trans
Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read
Summer Camp Aesthetic Design Trend Evokes Nostalgia
Forget sleek minimalism: designers now recommend river rocks for fireplace hearths, evoking a childhood summer.
Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read
Swedish Royal Family's 600-Room Palace Open for Public Tours
The Royal Palace of Stockholm, a working residence for the Swedish monarch, boasts over 600 rooms, establishing it as one of Europe's largest palaces.
Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Artist's eye for color shapes historic Nashville home
In 2020, painter Elizabeth Stern acquired a historic eight-acre ranch in Nashville, not to preserve its muted past, but to drench its traditional bones in a riot of unexpected color.
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Costco Offers Beloved Cosmo Cantina Shed Dupe on Sale
Costco now offers a coveted 'Cosmo Cantina' shed dupe, the Backyard Discovery bar shed, for $600 off its usual price.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Walmart's Summer Sale Undercuts Amazon on Dyson Vacuums
During its summer sale, Walmart is offering the Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum for $299.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Learn how to grow kale at home with new innovations
Just last week, organic kale at Northeast supermarkets surged 40% to an unprecedented $7.
Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Amazon offers 10x10 Colonial Five-Corner Shed
For $4,419, Amazon will now deliver a 10x10 Colonial Five-Corner Shed directly to your doorstep, ready for assembly in your backyard.
Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Designer Crafts Sonoma Kitchen from Reclaimed Materials
In Sonoma, designer Sarah Chen crafted a kitchen island from a 19th-century factory workbench, anchoring a space where every surface tells a story of salvaged history.
Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Amazon's Egg Chair Offers Better Value Than Costco's Popular Model
The coveted Costco egg chair retails for $599.
Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Prime Day's Wildest Deal: A 39-Foot Inflatable Nightclub
This Prime Day, shoppers could buy a 39-foot inflatable nightclub, complete with a sound system and LED lights, for $3,500, delivered directly to their door.
Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Shelter Island holiday rental lists amid changing rules
A Shelter Island holiday rental, which generated $300,000 annually, is now on the market for $8.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Canopy Humidifier Boosts Sleep and Skin With 2.5L Tank
After just 30 days of using the Canopy Humidifier, a remarkable 93% of participants reported a noticeable reduction in skin dryness, according to best humidifier for dry skin - canopy .
Jun 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Amazon Sells Minimalist Scandi Sheds for Backyard Offices
For just $299, a fully functional, Scandinavian-inspired backyard shed kit, complete with pre-cut timber, can now arrive on your doorstep via Amazon, as reported by Good Housekeeping .
Jun 24, 2026 · 2 min read