Gemma Johnstone

Contributing Writer

Gemma has been a freelance writer and editor in the home and lifestyle space for the past five years and has a bachelor's degree in communication studies.

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Gemma Johnstone
Gemma Johnstone

About

Gemma has been a freelance writer and editor in the home and lifestyle space for the past five years and has a bachelor's degree in communication studies. She is especially passionate about sustainable living topics and is a regular contributor to major publications, including Reader's Digest, The Spruce, Hunker, The American Kennel Club, and more. When she is not interviewing experts and advising readers on everything from how to have an energy-efficient home to pet-proofing a yard, you can find Gemma rummaging for vintage homewares or hiking with her rescue dog, Annie, in the Italian Alps, where she is based.

Passions: Gardening, indoor plant care, sustainable living, decorating, and design

Favorite design style: Mid-Century Modern and Chalet Chic

Articles
Sustainably remodeling your home is an opportunity to upgrade its efficiency and materials. These tips will help you work out your eco home remodeling priorities.
Window repair costs in Raleigh, North Carolina, are lower than the national average due to labor, material, and historic code compliance factors.
Blinds installation costs in St. Louis, Missouri, are on a par with the national averages. Budget for moisture-resistant materials to handle the humid climate.
Blinds installation costs in Columbus, Ohio, are higher than the national average. Invest in moisture-resistant materials to handle humid conditions.
Selecting green carpet cleaning methods is not only kinder on the environment, but using non-toxic products reduces the risk of triggering things like allergies, asthma, and skin irritation. Learn more green carpet cleaning tips here.
Foxes are opportunistic scavengers, so you don’t want to give them an excuse to park on your property. Learn how to keep foxes away from your yard.
Follow these HVAC maintenance tips to help minimize repairs and reduce monthly energy bills. Regular upkeep can also increase the lifespan of your unit, giving you more time before facing the high cost of installing a new HVAC system.
Maximize your garden’s potential and turn it into a space you want to spend time in. Here are 13 inspired landscape design ideas for small spaces.