Carisha Swanson

Charlotte, New York

Editorial Special Projects Director at House Beautiful

Market Editor @ELLEDECOR, @HouseBeautiful and @VERANDAmag. Pursuing style above all else. Food, fashion, home, beauty.

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Articles

“Dopamine Decor” and a Speakeasy Entrance Define This Texas Renovation

2 weeks ago | housebeautiful.com | Carisha Swanson

Not every client has a firm grasp on their priorities when starting a project, but the marching orders from one Central Texas couple were abundantly clear: They wanted to convert a classic car garage on their estate into a dance hall and speakeasy, creating their own social sanctuary.
“Dopamine Decor” and a Speakeasy Entrance Define This Texas Renovation

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Carisha Swanson

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Not every client has a firm grasp on their priorities when starting a project, but the marching orders from one Central Texas couple were abundantly clear: They wanted to convert a classic car garage on their estate into a dance hall and speakeasy, creating their own social sanctuary.
Your Bathroom Is Your Next Big Date Night Spot, According to Designers

2 months ago | housebeautiful.com | Carisha Swanson

An en-suite love affair by designer Jennifer McGee, with a large double vanity, sauna, oversize shower, and framed soaking tub. During a recent design trip to London, I overheard James Lentaigne, creative director of Drummonds—a luxury British brand known for timeless bathroom products—sharing the growing idea of bathrooms as the new “meeting space” for couples.
Your Bathroom Is Your Next Big Date Night Spot, According to Designers

2 months ago | sg.style.yahoo.com | Carisha Swanson

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."An en-suite love affair by designer Jennifer McGee, with a large double vanity, sauna, oversize shower, and framed soaking tub. During a recent design trip to London, I overheard James Lentaigne, creative director of Drummonds—a luxury British brand known for timeless bathroom products—sharing the growing idea of bathrooms as the new “meeting space” for couples.
Your Bathroom Is Your Next Big Date Night Spot, According to Designers

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Carisha Swanson

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."An en-suite love affair by designer Jennifer McGee, with a large double vanity, sauna, oversize shower, and framed soaking tub. During a recent design trip to London, I overheard James Lentaigne, creative director of Drummonds—a luxury British brand known for timeless bathroom products—sharing the growing idea of bathrooms as the new “meeting space” for couples.
How to Buy the Best Dishwasher for Your Home

2 months ago | housebeautiful.com | Carisha Swanson

Buying a new dishwasher is like interviewing candidates to be your kitchen assistant. Who will keep the sink empty, the dishes spotless, and not bother me while I’m working? The hard part isn’t finding a good one; it’s finding the one that’s the right match for your personality. You need to know yourself and your cooking habits. It might actually take two full-size dishwashers on either side of the sink to keep things running smoothly.
How to Buy the Best Refrigerator

2 months ago | housebeautiful.com | Carisha Swanson |Elyse Moody

A True refrigerator makes a statement in designer Shazalynn Cavin Winfrey’s Texas kitchen. A refrigerator is one of the main fixtures of your kitchen. As with your range and range hood, the “best” one for you depends on your budget, your lifestyle, and your design aesthetic. If you need to feed a family of five, you probably have different priorities than someone who buys mostly seltzer and takeout.
How A Back Kitchen Can Transform Your Home

2 months ago | housebeautiful.com | Carisha Swanson

What's the one single room that can make hosting at home easier, your kitchen considerably cleaner, and your home worth more? It's a dirty kitchen. The unappealing name for what designers prefer to call a 'back kitchen' is essentially a fully functional kitchen — complete with an oven, fridge and sink — behind the beautifully designed main room. A luxury addition to the home, it's part of a continued trend for more cooking and meal preparation space to entertain.
9 Things That Should Never Go in Your Garbage Disposal

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Carisha Swanson |Kelly Allen

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."We think you need a garbage disposal. Brands like Moen have designed them for the way you cook. They come with different levels of horsepower that can manage everything from potato peels to large fruit pits and chicken bones. They can also be eco-friendly, potentially reducing the waste that ends up in landfills. Just make sure all food is fully ground, so your pipes and kitchen stay odor-free.
9 Things That Should Never Go in Your Garbage Disposal

2 months ago | sg.style.yahoo.com | Carisha Swanson |Kelly Allen

Carisha Swanson, Kelly Allen13 March 2025 at 2:43 pm·3-min read"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."We think you need a garbage disposal. Brands like Moen have designed them for the way you cook. They come with different levels of horsepower that can manage everything from potato peels to large fruit pits and chicken bones. They can also be eco-friendly, potentially reducing the waste that ends up in landfills.