Relaxed and sustainable garden ideas
Elsa’s garden is an oasis in the city. Decades ago, the garden was a grazing area for cows and horses that were kept in the carriage house that is now…
Neat and orderly garden design
A visit to the Ladew Topiary Gardens in Monkton, Maryland ignited an interest in topiary forms in Anne, the owner of this garden, because of their symmetry and order. It…
Gardening delights for all to enjoy
Gardeners love to share. Not only do they like sharing practical gardening tips, but they also like to share the pleasures of savoring a garden. Sensory pleasures abound behind every…
Surviving the great outdoors with outdoor living spaces
No matter the climate or area of the country where home is, folks are gravitating toward outdoor living spaces. But sharing meals with friends while outdoors is less appealing when…
Kitchen design ideas: Wine storage solutions
Wine is a significant investment and traditionally kept locked away in a lower level cellar. But today, more connoisseurs are considering ways to incorporate wine into their kitchen design ideas.…
Lawn care: Five common mowing mistakes to avoid
Grass cutting season is right around the corner. As April showers make way for May flowers, lawn care will soon be a weekly chore on the to-do list. The folks…
Checkmate! It’s all fun and games on this patio
More and more homeowners are looking to the back yard as a way to add extra square footage. In fact, updating or adding an outdoor living space was considered one…
More than just a home office…it’s the ultimate she shed!
It is often said that our homes are extensions of our personalities. In the case of homeowners Amy and Paul Hamilton, there’s no doubt that artistic temperament drives their home…
Shower designs showcase tile
The sky is the limit when it comes to shower designs available on the market today. As far as popular designs, Heather H. Johnson, Director of Marketing for Hamilton Parker Company,…
Landscape design with low maintenance plants
Landscape design is one of the most important components when it comes to creating curb appeal. While most of us strive to create lush flower beds and elegant landscaping around…
Fresh finds: Lighting
Ceremony chandelier from Bruno Rainaldi. Aeon Rocket pendant light from Lightyears Fritz Hansen. Plane chandelier from Tom Dixon. Belle De Nuit table lamp from Lladro. Paris Chandelier from Fuse Lighting.…
Bathroom design ideas go for the gold
It wasn’t love at first sight for this Cleveland homeowner, but the interior designer in her told her to go for it and transform the formal home into an open, airy…