Marissa Hermanson
Marissa Hermanson is a Richmond-based writer and editor who is continuously redecorating her 1950s ranch with antique and thrifted finds from adventures with her three kids and husband. She has nearly 20 years experience working in the lifestyle realm, writing mostly home stories for publications like Domino, Dwell, Lonny, and Washington Post. She also has written about her adventures for New York Times, Ski Magazine, and Southern Living; food culture for AllRecipes, The Kitchn, and Plate Magazine; weddings for The Knot; and family for Parents.

The common decorating mistake that designers spot in seconds
The right rug size can make a room feel bigger, warmer and more pulled together - here’s how to get it right
19 February 2026

6 nostalgic kitchen details that will instantly take you back to your grandma's house
Take a trip down memory lane with classic kitchen looks that never go out of style
15 November 2025