Emily O'Brien is a seasoned writer and magazine editor with over a decade of experience crafting compelling residential stories. She has held senior roles at Old House Journal, New Old House, Period Homes and Traditional Building, and her byline appears in publications including Log & Timber Home Living, InDesign Live, est, 5280 Home, Modern in Denver and more. Based in Raleigh, Emily escapes to the coast whenever the mood strikes and enjoys hiking, paddleboarding and time with her husband and teenage daughter.