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Enhance Your Landscape This Fall With 8 Outdoor Projects
Fall days are still long and bright enough to make being outside pleasant but cooler than the summer heat, so the idea of taking on a landscape project is inviting. If you’re looking for ways to take advantage of fall days and also get a jump on gearing up for winter or spring projects, think…
Read More10 Things To Do In Your Early Fall Garden
Fall is a time when the garden to-do list becomes shorter and you have time to enjoy the growing season’s final days. For some, that might mean adding final touches to their yard’s fall show or starting to think about next year’s plans. For others, it’s about slowing down and taking the time to appreciate…
Read More10 Color Trends Spotted at Maison & Objet in Paris
Maison & Objet, the twice-annual international meeting of decoration, design and lifestyle professionals, returned to the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center. The design fair showcased the main colors that will illuminate tomorrow’s furniture, coverings and accessories collections. The palette of new products at the show was earthy and natural, bringing back into fashion the flagship…
Read MoreSimple Pleasures: Rise and Shine!
It’s easy to love weekend mornings (who doesn’t love a leisurely start to the day?), but weekday mornings don’t need to be rushed through. In fact, by reclaiming a bit of time for yourself in the morning, your workdays can begin on a note of inspiration, creativity and pleasure. The sun is up, the birds…
Read More5 Big-Picture Design Trends Popular Right Now
If you want to know where home design is headed, just follow the enthusiasm. We asked dozens of design and remodeling pros what gets them excited lately, and their responses reveal a snapshot of popular colors, materials and features on the rise. Here are five design trends you can expect to see more of in…
Read More7 Stylish New Living Rooms
Creating a stylish living room requires a balancing act of color, texture, fabric, pattern and scale. Designers know how to turn the knobs on each to get the best result. Heather Wren Interiors 1. Touches of Green and Lavender Designer: Heather Parker and Wren Caples of Heather Wren Interiors Location: Atlanta Size: 288 square feet (27 square meters); 16…
Read MoreHow To Design A Bathroom That’s Easy To Clean
There are many things to consider when planning a new bathroom, but how to keep it clean might not be top of mind when you’re looking at faucet finishes and tile colors. With a little forward thinking, though, you can get a bathroom that stays fresh and tidy with minimal effort. Designology Studio LLC 1.…
Read MoreTransition Your Porch From Summer To Fall
As the air turns crisp and the leaves change from green to amber, red and gold, you may find yourself wanting to linger a little longer on the porch and savor that glowing autumn light. From clusters of candles to cozy wool blankets, here are eight ways to help create a comfortable, welcoming porch that…
Read MoreHow To Design A Home For Neurodiversity
It’s estimated that about 1 person in 7 is neurodivergent — where the brain functions differently from the majority neurotypical population. The term covers autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), among others. Neurodiversity also includes neurodegenerative disorders, such as dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Why are these statistics relevant to design? Largely…
Read More8 Screened-In Porches For Watching The Seasons Change
As we head into summer’s final act, porches become a front seat to nature’s spectacular costume changes. The following eight porches offer plenty of ideas for creating unobstructed views while using screens to keep out pesky insects and railings to maintain safety. See how pros connected the porches to nature yet made them protected and…
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