Chantal Lamers Author's Instagram Author's Website Title: Home and Garden Writer Education: Chico State University Location: Oakland, CA Expertise: Home Design, Gardening, Zero Waste, Home Organizing Chantal Lamers is a writer and editor with more than 25 years of experience reporting news, home, garden, and lifestyle features. She's written for brands and publications including Sunset Magazine, The San Francisco Chronicle, Country Living Magazine, Domino, Home52, Apartment Therapy, Williams Sonoma, and Levi's.HighlightsMore than 25 years professional experience reporting news and featuresBA in Journalism Contributor to national publications including Apartment Therapy, Country Living Magazine, Domino, Home52 About Better Homes & Gardens Better Homes & Gardens, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is the only iconic home brand with a 100+ year history of providing trustworthy and achievable ideas for all doers and home-enthusiasts. We are the go-to resource for fresh takes on home, food, and gardening—inspiring people to bring their dreams to life at home on special occasions and every day. BHG reaches 45 million readers each month. Learn more about us and our editorial process.