Gardening

Although a true book lover can curl up almost anywhere for hours on end, there’s a reason why certain places—like a hammock between two trees or a plush armchair by the fire—are ripe for reading. These areas are comfortable and feel special – as if they were put on this …

Is your home exterior looking a little rough this spring? We know that winter weather can take a toll on our outdoor surfaces, especially when it comes to high traffic areas like our walkways. The combination of snow, ice, heavy shoveling and plowing can leave cracked, chipped or loose locks …

Lilies are prized for their fragrant flowers and often giant, trumpet-shaped flowers. Lily bulbs are planted in containers and flower borders, and lily plants are the perfect summer flowers to add color and cheer to the garden. There are two main types of lilies to grow: oriental lily and Asiatic …

Bringing large indoor plants into your home takes your plant parent status to a whole new level. Big, bold houseplants with oversized leaves are also the perfect way to embrace biophilic design and the nature-based decor trend that’s everywhere right now. All that beautiful, leafy growth can’t help but give …

Succulents fall into many different genera and come from many parts of the world. What unites them is their ability to withstand long periods without water. Many succulents are native to dry, arid areas, including deserts, where rainfall is scarce. As such, they require very little watering and are suitable …

When creating your dream kitchen, it can be tempting to stock up on shiny tiles and stylish marble slabs. But in your quest for striking materials, be sure not to neglect one of the most beautiful and classic materials around: wood. Wood looks good in almost any home, and it’s …

Grow coleus in a sunny or partially shaded location to bring out their beautiful leaf colors. They thrive best in moist but well-drained soil. Coleus plants are tender perennials, meaning they will not survive cold weather. They are usually grown as annuals in the UK, planted out in May when …

One of the fun parts of designing a home is working on the kitchen. Kitchen 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, …

How to plant and grow lupines Lupins are herbaceous perennials and can be grown from seeds, cuttings or divisions. Each year the lupine’s leaves die back to the ground and new growth emerges from the roots below in the spring. With the right lighting, lupins can also be grown indoors …

Traditionally, lofts are former industrial buildings turned modern apartments. They often feature high ceilings with exposed pipes, beams, and brick walls. A true loft was a building created for an industrial purpose. However, newer complexes are also mimicking the look and feel of lofts to meet the rental demand.