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Erin Napier Bio
Erin and Ben Napier, stars of HGTV’s Home Town, live and restore homes in the small town of Laurel, Mississippi. Erin, an artist who started her career in corporate graphic design, embraces a passion for preserving and renovating historic homes. In the couple's series, home-buying families benefit from Erin’s design savvy and her imaginative house-portraits as well as Ben's building expertise, woodworking skills and custom renovations. The HGTV hit has inspired several spinoffs, including Home Town Takeover and Home Town Kickstart. The Napiers have graced the covers of magazines including People, Country Living, Southern Living and Cowboys and Indians. They were also named to Fortune’s 50 Greatest Leaders List in 2021. Ben and Erin have a New York Times best-selling book, Make Something Good Today, and in 2022 Erin authored her first children’s book, The Lantern House. When they aren’t renovating homes, the couple keeps themselves busy with their two daughters, Helen and Mae — and with operating Laurel Mercantile, a shop in downtown Laurel that specializes in heirloom wares and durable goods made in the United States. Erin and Ben recently expanded their operation to include a factory producing cutting boards and countertops in order to boost the local economy.
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From college days to raising families in Laurel, Mississippi, their connection has only grown stronger over the years.
'Home Town' Tricks: It's So Easy to Pleat With a Fork Apr 29, 2026
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Watch Laurel's Biggest Reno Yet In 'Home Town: Inn This Together' Apr 13, 2026
The new series premieres on May 10. Here's everything you need to know.
Ben and Erin Napier Celebrate 10 Years of 'Home Town' Jan 23, 2026
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Watch a Sneak Peek: Ben and Erin Napier in Season 10 of 'Home Town' Dec 3, 2025
HGTV is kicking off 2026 the right way. Learn more about the new season of 'Home Town' airing in January.
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We have all the details on HGTV show renewals, new series, star updates and more.
The Plate Wall Is Making a Comeback in Southern Design Aug 4, 2025
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It's light, bright and timeless. White oak is trending, but it's always been popular with designers. HGTV stars tell us why — and …
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Catch up on some memorable interview clips from HGTV hosts like Ty Pennington and Tarek El Moussa … and find out which Property Br …
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Erin Napier Weighs in on Parker Posey’s Southern ‘White Lotus’ Accent Mar 14, 2025
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Everything You Need to Know About Erin Napier Mar 7, 2025
Learn more about the Home Town co-star's Mississippi roots, fairy-tale family, passion for design and more.
Ben and Erin’s Biggest Renovation of 'Home Town' Season 8 Is a Schoolhouse 8 Photos
Ben and Erin Napier bring a local hero's vision to life in one of their greatest transformations yet. Step inside the striking and …
Erin Napier Reveals Her Favorite Room to Decorate May 30, 2024
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The Best Paint Colors From 'Home Town' and How Erin Napier Used Them 31 Photos
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Erin Napier Shares Her Favorite Behind-the-Scenes Details from Season 7 of 'Home Town' 19 Photos
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15 Sweet Nursery Designs from HGTV Stars 16 Photos
HGTV stars know how to decorate nurseries that are baby-proof and designer-approved.
Everything You Need to Know About Osprey, Erin and Ben Napier's Nonprofit Mar 8, 2024
It's all about creating social media-free communities that allow kids to be kids.
Watch a Sneak Peek: Ben and Erin Napier Take Their 'Home Town Takeover' Talents to Florida Feb 23, 2024
Home Town Takeover Season 3 premieres in March. We have all the details.
Erin and Ben Napier Open Up About Filming the 100th Episode of 'Home Town' Feb 2, 2024
The home-renovation power couple, based in Laurel, Mississippi, never imagined the show would make it to this milestone.
A Timeline of Erin and Ben Napier's 'Love Week' 17 Photos
There are love stories, and there are love stories. Ben and Erin Napier's falls into the latter category. Here's a sampling of the …
These Special Moments From 'Home Town' Through the Years Will Make You Smile 23 Photos
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15 Pet-Friendly Home Design Ideas From HGTV Stars 16 Photos
From special doggie spas to kitty jungle gyms, our pets deserve the best — without sacrificing good looks. Here's how to pull it o …
'Home Town Takeover': Where Are They Now? Dec 12, 2023
HGTV revisits the now-thriving small town of Wetumpka, Alabama, in a special follow-up to the hit Home Town spinoff, Home Town Tak …
'Home Town' Update: HGTV Announces Season 8 and More Sep 13, 2023
HGTV's Home Town series has been renewed for a Season 8. We have all the details and the latest on hosts Ben and Erin Napier.
30 Stunning Kitchen Designs From Your Favorite HGTV Stars 31 Photos
We've rounded up some of our all-time favorite HGTV kitchens. No matter your style, prepare to be inspired.
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Erin Napier's Cost-Effective Kitchen Countertop Trick is So Clever Jul 17, 2023
The soapstone-look countertops are the cherry on top of her English countryside-inspired kitchen design.
