Emily Kammerlohr
School
Mount Holyoke College
Expertise
First-time Home Buying, Mortgage Options, DIY Home Maintenance
- Emily has been creating content for homeowners since 2015.
- Her father owned a hardware store, so she grew up with "Mr. Fix It" and encourages everyone to never pay full price for maintenance.
- She loves visiting Magnolia Market in nearby Waco, but she has yet to run into Chip and Jo.
Experience
Emily's love of architecture started as an undergraduate. Her course of study taught her all the ways home building and maintenance have changed since the ancient world and how things haven't really changed at all. She has worked as a professional writer since her 2015 graduation, founding the popular travel blog "She's a Trip" to document her adventures while working for domestic and international real estate clients. Emily joined Static Media in 2021.
Education
Emily has a bachelor's degree in English and classics from Mount Holyoke College. Her liberal arts education enables her to research deeply and write about a variety of topics.
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Stories By Emily Kammerlohr
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Houston is a large and diverse place -- and it's growing fast. Here are all the best places to buy a house in the city, no matter your budget or stage in life.
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There are several important tasks you can complete to prepare yourself and your home for a hurricane. Learn about the best ways to be prepared for a hurricane.
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The United States has some unique laws for placing signs in your front yard. Here are specific rules for different states you should know about for your home.
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If you live somewhere with frosty winters, you can still grow plenty of healthy plants at home. Here are some of the best houseplants for cold climates.
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If you are in the market to buy a home, an open house is an ideal time to speak with the listing agent. Here are the best questions to during the event.
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The White House has a rich history, and some of it extends into the paranormal. Here are some of the best ghost stories from 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
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Plenty of plants thrive in the heat. Whether you are a beginner or have an experienced green thumb, these are the best houseplants to grow in warm climates.
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The modern mansion in lauded Korean thriller "Parasite" won over the imagination of viewers. Here are some ways to bring the house's sleek look into your home.
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The legendary Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. Here are some little-known facts about the jewel of Australia.
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Shea and Syd McGee turned their fervent following on Instagram into their own Netflix home renovation show. Sometimes, though, their improvements miss the mark.
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You can't bottle the dreary New England weather, but themes from inside the "Knives Out" mansion can be easily transported to your own home.
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"Get Organized with The Home Edit" is one of the most fun shows on Netflix, and viewers want to know more about Joanna Teplin. Here is the untold truth.
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If you're a massive Jane Austen fan, you might have a penchant for Regency decor and grand antiques. Here's how to style your home like a Jane Austen movie.
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"Grace and Frankie" is a Netflix darling. Here are some tips and tricks to decorate your home like the gorgeous interiors on the show.
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The Container Store is the one-stop shop for all things organized. To get the most out of its wares, here are some mistakes shoppers make and how to avoid them.
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After watching just one episode of "Instant Hotel," it's easy to why reality TV is so addicting. Here are some things you might not know about the show.
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The Empire State Building is the unofficial symbol of NYC, and while it's iconic, not everyone knows its full history. Here is the untold truth of the tower.
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Bed Bath and Beyond is a go-to place for lots of home decor shoppers, but it also has some secrets you may not even know about. We delved into it all.
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The Spellman mansion in the "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" is perfectly spooky. Here's how to recreate the magical interiors in your home.
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Martha Knows Best is Martha Stewart's latest venture, giving us an inside peek into her farm. Here's everything you don't know about the show and its creator.
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The story of Lowe's begins in 1921 in North Carolina and contains some untold truths. Here's a closer look at the popular home improvement store.
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The Holiday captures the best of British cottages and Los Angeles mansions in its rom-com storyline. If you fell in love with the decor, here's how to copy it.
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From marigold-yellow colors to cozy front porches, the interiors on "Sweet Magnolias" are chic and charming. Here's how to decorate like the hit show.
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From the purple walls to the comfy armchair, Rachel and Monica's apartment in "Friends" is cute and cozy. Here's how to recreate the iconic look in your home.
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The classic 2000s film 13 Going on 30 not only has amazing noughties outfits, but killer noughties home decor. Here is how to decorate your house like the set.
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Chip and Joanna Gaines from "Fixer Upper" always have amazing remodeling tricks up their sleeves. Here are some of the couple's best curb appeal tips.
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You don't have to write love letters to all your former crushes to recreate Lara Jean Covey's whimsical bedroom. Just follow these simple tips and tricks.