Newell Turner

Newell Turner led the formation of the Hearst Design Group in 2012 and served as editorial director of Elle Decor, House Beautiful, and Veranda. As the editor in chief of House Beautiful, he won a coveted National Magazine Award for General Excellence—the industry equivalent of an Oscar. Earlier, Turner held senior editorial positions at House & Garden and Metropolitan Home, and was the founding editor of Hamptons Cottages & Gardens and its many sister publications. A trustee of the New York School of Interior Design, he lives in the Catskill region of New York as well as in Mérida, Mexico.

Newell Turner's Titles

Mexican A Journey Through Design

Mexican

An American expat searches vibrant cities and quiet pueblos for the essence of authentic Mexican style. Foreword by Susana Ordovás Revealing...


Atmosphere The Seven Elements of Great Design

Atmosphere

"You can feel the sense of atmosphere in the rooms Jim creates. He is a master of making rooms magically come alive." Newell Turner, Editorial...