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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Latest Articles

A chic London living room with walls fully upholstered in a contemporary damask fabric, showcasing 2026's trend towards tactile richness and unexpected comfort.

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

Cozy living room with a river rock fireplace hearth, evoking childhood summer nostalgia and a sense of grounding.

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

The grand exterior of the Royal Palace of Stockholm, showcasing its Baroque architecture and open courtyards bustling with visitors on a sunny day.

Properties & Estates

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

Interior of a historic Nashville home, showcasing a vibrant color palette and a blend of traditional architecture with modern furnishings, designed by artist Elizabeth Stern.

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

Backyard Discovery bar shed, a dupe for the Cosmo Cantina, displayed in a backyard with ambient lighting during sunset, perfect for outdoor entertaining.

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

A Dyson V8 Absolute cordless vacuum cleaner showcased on a polished wooden floor in a sunlit, modern living room.

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

A person harvesting fresh, green kale from a space-saving, stackable container garden system on a sunny day.

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

A partially assembled 10x10 Colonial Five-Corner Shed delivered by Amazon to a backyard, with tools and materials nearby during sunset.

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

A luxurious Sonoma kitchen featuring a central island made from a 19th-century factory workbench, surrounded by decor made from reclaimed industrial materials.

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

A comparison of an Amazon egg chair and a Costco egg chair, highlighting the Amazon option as a better value during a sale.

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

A giant 39-foot inflatable nightclub with LED lights and a sound system, set up for a party.

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

A luxury Shelter Island estate with a pool and private dock listed for sale, under a cloudy sky, symbolizing changing rental regulations.

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

A modern Canopy Humidifier on a nightstand in a softly lit bedroom, contributing to a peaceful sleep environment.

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

A modern, minimalist Scandinavian shed with large windows, set in a tranquil backyard garden, perfect for a home office.

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

Interior of a Kent DIY store transformed from hardware to housewares, showcasing new displays of candles, kitchenware, and home decor.

Kent England DIY store shifts from hardware to housewares

After 50 years as a cornerstone for builders and home renovators, Kent's 'Home & Hearth' DIY store has begun replacing its aisles of power tools and plumbing supplies with artisanal candles and gourme

Jun 24, 2026 · 4 min read

A beautifully curated gallery wall in a stylish room, featuring a balanced arrangement of art and decor with perfect spacing.

Designers Reveal Common Gallery Wall Mistakes to Avoid

Forget haphazardly hanging art: interior designers recommend filling precisely 70 to 75 percent of your wall space for a truly impactful gallery display.

Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Interior of Joe Jonas's luxurious three-bedroom, four-bath Brooklyn condo in the Olympia building, Dumbo, with a view of the Manhattan skyline.

Joe Jonas Lists Brooklyn Condo for $6.75 Million

Just months after acquiring a luxury condo in Brooklyn's Dumbo neighborhood for $6.

Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read

A sterling silver snail-shaped whistle from Georg Jensen's 'At Play' collection displayed on a modern Danish wooden table, symbolizing new design directions.

Copenhagen design details wow Trend Report for 2026

At Copenhagen's 3daysofdesign fair, a sterling silver whistle from Georg Jensen, shaped like a snail, heralded a playful shift in Danish design.

Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Subterranean dining room on Martha's Vineyard designed to feel like an old French mountain cellar within a new home.

New Martha's Vineyard House Tells Story Through Architectural Design

On Martha's Vineyard, a new house features a subterranean dining room designed to mimic a French mountain cellar, deliberately built to feel like part of an 'old' structure, according to ELLE Decor .

Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

The grand facade of Buckingham Palace's East Wing, showcasing its architectural splendor under a clear summer sky.

Buckingham Palace East Wing's Summer Debut: Not a First

Buckingham Palace's East Wing, a repository of opulent interiors, is promoted for a "first-time ever" public debut this summer, following more than five years of improvement works.

Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read