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There are so many lovely shrubs with great color and shapely foliage that can create interest and texture in your backyard ideas. And we always recommend including evergreen shrubs as they are great for adding structure in the garden. These plants for fall color have been chosen by gardening expert Nikki Hollier so that you can create the perfect autumnal border. Plants for fall color – 5 picks for an autumnal border For a fall border that’s filled with interest and color, choosing the best evergreen shrubs is just the start....

Also known as devil’s ivy or the Rapunzel plant, pothos is the ideal plant for inexperienced growers, and makes for one of the best winter houseplants. ‘Pothos is an easy-to-maintain foliage plant that has low light requirements,’ says Rebecca Sears, chief gardening guru at Ferry Morse (opens in new tab). ‘It is most known for thriving in conditions that other plants wouldn’t survive, making it an especially perfect houseplant for beginners....

Think of this craft room or home office space as an extension of you. After all, if you love to sew, knit, or craft, you’ll be spending a lot of your leisure time here so you’ll want it to reflect your best and most joyful self. Firstly, take inventory of everything you have and need, then consider the layout, color scheme, and storage ideas. Sewing room ideas Sewing rooms have become increasingly popular, especially over the pandemic, where more and more people took up sewing as a hobby....

Often the last piece of furniture to be bought – after the sofa and storage – coffee tables are often, even unintentionally, the focal point of a living room, so finding the perfect coffee table décor ideas is a must, as well as knowing if a coffee table should be lower than a sofa. Should a coffee table be lower than a sofa? It may seem insignificant at first thought, but the height of a coffee table is actually of great importance....

Here, we cover expected wall surfaces – albeit with more unusual presentations – and some more original looks and walk-in shower ideas, so that your space can feel truly unique, whatever its size and style. Shower wall ideas From tiles to tadelakt, marble to the latest mosaics, these are the shower wall ideas we love most. Take inspiration from these shower room ideas – and other bathroom pictures to plan your dream space....

Your front garden ideas are key to maximizing your home’s curb appeal, and have the power to transform it into a warm and welcoming place to be. ‘People need people,’ says garden designer Helen Elks-Smith (opens in new tab), ‘and for adults and children alike, front gardens have the potential to be a great way to meet neighbors and the wider community, and are often very social spaces.’ ‘Having something to garden can be very welcome, and as the front and rear of a house will have different shade levels, it offers the opportunity to grow a different palette of plants....

We’ve curated a selection of creative solutions to create a small living room TV scheme that you can be proud of, whether that be alongside statement artwork, disguised within a wall storage, or blending into a dark living room background. Small living room TV ideas For most families, a TV is an essential tool for helping adults unwind, keeping the kids entertained, and facilitating cozy movie nights. The problem is, it’s not the prettiest piece of interior decor – when switched off, it’s essentially a large black box....

When it comes to small bathroom ideas, clever planning – which includes everything from layout, to fitting choices, to smart small bathroom storage options – is key to ensuring that even a tiny bathroom can still feel spacious. Stylish finishes that are also practical are the icing on the cake. Up to recently, space-saving bathrooms always required a compromise – often with the bathtub becoming the first victim in the battle for space – not to mention issues arising from lack of storage....

Here, she shows how to put together a stunning yet simple winter table centerpiece that celebrates the quiet beauty of our favorite winter blooms. How to make a winter centerpiece Whether you want to add this to your gallery of Christmas table centerpiece ideas, Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas, or simply want to bring some life and beauty to your home in the wintertime, this display is a perfect choice. ‘I love winter designs with a subtle warmth to them,’ explains its designer, florist Philippa Craddock (opens in new tab)....

Depending on the size of your porch, the front porch ideas that make the most sense for your home might be purely decorative–think a front door wreath and a pretty hanging basket. Or, they could be more functional, like a set of rocking chairs for enjoying the evening sunset, or a dining area so you can take family dinners outside. Whatever type of decor you’re looking for, we’ve got an idea for it, below....

Natural materials, such as stone, make for the best textured bathroom wall ideas, but you can be successful simply with carefully selected tiles and even wood and wallpaper suited to the steamy conditions. So, if you are looking for bathroom wall ideas with impact, think: texture. Here, bathroom experts show you how. Textured bathroom wall ideas Why use textured wall ideas in your bathroom? ‘Bathrooms can be hard-edged spaces when really what we want is for them to be warm and welcoming,’ says Lucy Searle, Editor in Chief, Homes & Gardens....

And when it came to the decor, the couple were careful to choose a look that chimes with the age of the house. ‘Our vision was to create a retreat reminiscent of a Cotswolds country home,’ says Keren. ‘The house feels a bit British by layering in block printed and antique floral patterning, rich wall colors, and warm textural upholstery in velvets and wool. And ultimately, the atmosphere is both storied and timeless, just like the home itself....

As wall decor, tile can can look timelessly elegant and understated, or bold in a color that pops. Wonderfully versatile, it can complement kitchens with rustic appeal or contemporary credentials – and every style in between. The choice of backsplash should never be neglected among your kitchen ideas as it’s fundamental to the kitchen design. And of course it’s functional, too, protecting the walls from the splatters and splashes inevitable in the room’s environment....

Available in a multitude of colors, finishes, shapes, sizes and price points, tile also possesses a secret weapon – the chance to express your individuality and change the proportions of your space visually by choosing a stylish or tricksy layout. The fun of designing an adventurous pattern in beautiful hues is yours to be had, as is the opportunity to opt for a classic layout in soft color to add subtle interest to your scheme....

Easily one of the world’s best homes, their family property can be found in County Limerick in the West of Ireland and has recently been opened up to the public to stay to help find the funds to renovate and restore the castle and grounds – yearly upkeep of which totals around $172,600. Here, we take a tour of this historic property and learn a little more about its endearing history....

The inspiring transformation from a rundown holiday house to a stunning family home makes this coastal property one of the world’s best homes. Owner Georgina Copeland turned to her friend, interior designer Stephanie Dunning of Dunning & Everard (opens in new tab) for help in redesigning the home. ‘She’s helped me with the interior design of every house I’ve ever owned, but this is the one I hope I’ll be living in forever,’ says Georgina....

Not only is it a smart grill, but it offers so much space to cook, prep, and store. A lighting integration means you can grill at night, and a sear burner unlocks incredible flavors and textures to your favorite foods. The heat output is intense, delivering quick and tasty meals. Below I share my experience using this ultra-large grill with Weber’s best technology. It’s my hope that you see how the Weber Genesis SPX-435 Smart Gas Grill is at the top of the food chain when it comes to gas grills....

Selecting the right room color ideas when trying to make a small room look bigger can make the difference between an inviting space and a cluttered or drab room. While it is often believed that all small spaces should be painted white, some bright and bold options can help create the illusion of space in your small room ideas as well as make your small house look beautiful. Here, paint experts have shared their expertise on what colors make a small room look bigger, and one of them might surprise you....

Thatch occurs in every lawn and a thin layer of the dead turf material forms as part of the natural growth process. If it’s less than half an inch (1.27cm) in depth, it’s beneficial to the lawn’s health. But a layer that’s thick isn’t good for the grass and needs attention at the right moment in the gardening calendar. Here, we look at when you should dethatch a lawn to keep the grass included in your backyard landscaping ideas healthy and verdant....

With over 7,000 varieties growing worldwide and 2,500 available in the USA, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to planting apple trees. If you have limited space, or just tend to be indecisive, why not try a family tree, that has two or three different varieties grafted on to a single rootstock? Overall, apples have a long cropping season, so if you plan carefully, you can be picking, storing and savoring fruit from late August through November....