Interior designs are constantly changing and evolving – from upgrading the appliances and equipment to ensuring there is enough space for the person working in the kitchen to move around comfortably. Kitchens are used for cooking, dining, and entertaining – so let’s get down to figuring out how you can …

The proper thing about containers is that they are so adaptable and can be moved around or replanted whenever you want a fresh new look. This means you can mix them up over the seasons if you like, ensuring your plot is always full of visual interest. No matter how …

Some of our favorite flowering vines produce abundant blooms only in the spring and provide lush green backdrops for the rest of the summer season. Others bloom from summer to autumn with continuous flowering. But one thing they all have in common is that they will climb a trellis with …

Rustic decor is all about a no-fuss aesthetic that showcases the beauty of subdued hues, natural materials (think wood beams or touches of stone and clay), and comfortable furnishings. This versatile design style works in just about any interior, from the bathroom to a living room. And while exposed beams …

Reusing tree stumps and decorating ideas When it comes time to cut down your tree, you want to think ahead and decide what to do with the stump. You can have it ground or removed by the tree service, or you can save and reuse it in your yard. Consider …

Whether really tall, or relatively tiny—those picturesque, surprisingly short stone walls scattered about New England, for example—humans have long been fascinated with structures that delineate and divide. Shakespeare created a character who actually was a wall in A Midsummer Night’s Dream’s fanciful play within a play; other famous walls include Hadrian’s, …

Not as bright as yellow flowers and not as “in your face” as red flowers, orange flowers still inject plenty of cheer into the landscape, whether solo or in combinations. Orange is thought to symbolize excitement, joy, friendship, and good health—and these virtues always come to mind when the eye …

Formal garden design may seem daunting at first. But once you get into the unifying elements, you’ll find that it’s actually one of the simplest design concepts. The secret to a timeless formal garden is what we call “Architectural Simplicity.” Or, the use of symmetry, topiary, sculptural plants, and a …

Alison Douglas has designed “Pipe Dream,” the winning entry in the Boutique Garden category, at the 2015 Melbourne International Flower And Garden Show. Using a number of concrete pipes, Alison has created a meditation moon gate / day bed, a reflective water feature, and a fire pit. The plants were …

Rustic touches can include everything from copper kettles and pots, to live-edged worktops and table tops. Also, mixing in some bright colors like royal blue or apple red can give the kitchen a level of country charm that you might not have thought possible. Decorating your small rustic kitchen doesn’t …