With the right care, they showcase bright, large, fragrant, and night-blooming flowers in the spring or summer. In the wild, these mostly epiphytic plants grow on branches or trunks of trees rather than developing roots in the ground. They absorb the moisture and nutrients they need from the humid environment …

Arts and Crafts kitchens typically have cabinets that extend as high as the ceiling, allowing for plenty of storage and eliminating clutter. Open shelving can give a kitchen an updated Craftsman feel, while polished oak floors can complement the timeless charm of an Arts and Crafts kitchen. The Arts and …

Epiphyllum is a genus of tropical succulents often referred to as orchid cacti or climbing cacti. There are over a dozen species and many associated hybrids of varying shapes and sizes. They usually have long, flat, non-spiny, and trailing stems. With the right care, they showcase bright, large, fragrant, and …

Have you ever wished you could conjure up an extra room in your home – like a study, TV room or a cozy den perhaps? If you’ve settled on a small home with limited bedrooms, take heart in knowing that the key to creating multi-functionality in a compact home lies …

Blue and white interior ideas are perfect for those who want to create a sanctuary with a timeless and calm feel. A classic and versatile combination, blue and white can be used to evoke a variety of styles, from cool coastal to elegant and luxurious. To help you get inspired …

A well-thought-out guest toilet is the key to making your visitors feel at home. But decorating a space that someone else will use has its challenges. That’s especially true when you consider that guest bathrooms are typically much smaller than master bedroom bathrooms. Your challenge is to create a space …

Aglaonema (Aglaonema commutatum) is an herbaceous perennial native to Asia that belongs to the Araceae family of plants—the same family as several other popular houseplants, such as philodendrons and monsteras. This popular houseplant goes by several common names, including Chinese evergreen plant, Philippine evergreen, and poison dart plant. They have …

Outdoor landscapes can be transformed from dull and forgetful to beautiful alluring dramatic exteriors with the proper use of fixtures. All interior design elements such as stairs, paths, patios, pools, backyards, etc. can be beautifully highlighted with light. Depending on the purpose and requirements, the lighting can be designed and …

A highly potent plant to reduce the CO2 footprint indoors, the Bird’s nest fern can reduce the concentration of CO2 from 2000 ppm to a safe 800 ppm at an average of 1.984 ppm·h−1 (per pot). The plant is also quite effective in reducing the levels of HCHO from 2 …

Most foxgloves are biennials, blooming in their second year from seed, or short-lived perennials. Most are more or less evergreen so their rosettes of green leaves remain all winter. Just be aware that foxgloves contain the chemical digitalin used in medicine to treat heart disease and all parts of the …