Janae McKenzie
Associate Shopping Editor
Janae McKenzie is the Associate Shopping Editor at House Beautiful, where she regularly covers the best of the best in home brands. Since joining the House Beautiful team in 2023, Janae regularly creates seasonal gift guides in addition to reviewing and evaluating home decor, bespoke furniture, and accessories. Janae also routinely tests viral products, from luxury sheets to high-tech air purifiers, determining quality and guiding readers to the best purchases possible. Janae holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri and began her career at Food Network shortly after graduation. She also covers relevant shopping deals and celebrity news in the home space, a skill she honed during her tenure as a news writer at Glamour. When she’s not writing or scoping out the next mattress to test, you can find her hunting for trinkets to add to her bookshelf or artfully arranging her Playbill collection.
This Wayfair "Solitude" Cottage Is Ripped from a Disney Movie—And It Ships FREE
This is an introvert’s dream home.
An Ode to the “Auntie Aesthetic”: Honoring the Black Women Who Shaped My Love of Interiors
“It teaches us that style without soul is just staging.”
A Walmart Insider Just Told Me That These 12 Home Products Are FLYING Off the Shelves
Plus, nearly everything is on sale!
Amazon’s “Secret” Outlet Is Where I Find the Best Discounts. Here's What to Buy.
Did I mention deals start at $9?
Costco’s New “Executive Desk” Looks Like Real Carrara Marble—but Costs THOUSANDS Cheaper
It’s rare to find a desk this chic at this price.
Christina Haack Gets Some of Her Favorite Decor from Amazon—And They’re All On Sale
We found cute home items for as low as $19.
13 Editor-Vetted Amazon Office Chairs That Won’t Ruin Your Home Office Aesthetic
You'll actually look forward to Mondays.
Costco’s New Outdoor Scandi Sauna Has Me Canceling My Spa Membership for Good
It makes creating a backyard wellness retreat feel doable.
These Are the Only Luxury Mattresses Worth Buying, According to Editors Who Sleep on Them Every Night
Prepare yourself for the best sleep of your life.
I’m a Finicky Side Sleeper, So I Tried This “Knee Pillow” and Now I Can’t Go to Bed Without It
Plus, it’s 20 percent off right now!
Costco Just Launched a Sexier Version of the Viral "Party Pavilion," and It's the Coolest Shed I've Seen in Months
A built-in bar, lighting, and a pergola for the ultimate outdoor lounge.
Joanna Gaines's Genius Waterproof Picnic Blanket Has Been My Go-To Beach Essential for Two Years
Waterproof, machine-washable, and stylish? Done.
We Found the ULTIMATE Futons for Maximum Style and Coziness
We beg you: Leave the air mattress in the closet.
10 LGBTQ+ Neighborhoods Across the U.S. With Meaningful Pride History
They've paved the way for equal rights for decades.
This Smart Oven Replaced Every Single Small Appliance In My Kitchen—and I Couldn't Recommend It More
It bakes, steams, broils, air fries, toasts, and reheats!
No More Night Sweats: We Tested the 8 Best Cooling Sheets on the Market
Consider your tossing and turning a thing of the past.
It's Finally Time to Upgrade Your Patio—Here Are the Only Luxury Outdoor Furniture Brands I Shop
They’re stylish—and designed to last.
I'm a Design Editor, and This Is the One Piece of Furniture I'll Never, Ever Sell
Trust me, it’s an absolute dream.
We Tested The 10 Best Cooling Pillows for Hot Sleepers Everywhere
These will withstand any heat wave.
These Are the Best Outdoor Rugs to Elevate Any Patio
Plus, we spoke with a design expert on how to shop for one.
I’ve Used This Tommy Bahama Beach Set Every Summer for 10 Years—and It’s Still Worth It
It’s the only one you’ll ever need.
I Upgraded My Small Kitchen With Caraway’s Prettiest Trash Can—and Now It's on Sale!
It’s efficient and not an eyesore.
This Sofa Is the Crown Jewel of My Apartment—and It's $800 Off for Memorial Day
Did I mention there’s free shipping, too?
You're Styling Your Coffee Table All Wrong—Here's How to Get It Right
Ditch the clutter and upgrade your living room’s look.
The Home Design Mistake Couples Fight About Most—and How to Fix It
It’s never really about the tile.
I Tested the Viral Béis Travel Backpack, and It Solved My Biggest Packing Problem
Meet my new favorite personal item.
Our Exclusive Saatva Memorial Day Discount Can Save You $700 on Your Dream Mattress
You won’t find a better deal out there.
These Travel Essentials Keep Me Feeling Sane and Refreshed on 10+ Hour Flights
Yes, I travel with my own mini humidifier.
Fans Miss “Old HGTV”—and These Are the Nostalgic Shows They Want Back Most
Today’s programming just doesn’t feel the same.
10 Outdoor Cloud Couches for Sink-In Comfort All Summer Long
The perfect plush cushions to sit on as you watch the sunset.
The Psychological Reason Why I Have the Constant Urge to Redecorate My Home
There’s a name for that “spending spiral” feeling.
I Built My Dream Garden in a 615-Square-Foot Apartment—Here’s Everything I Used
These are my tried-and-true plant care picks.