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  There are lots of great cheap pergola ideas that are an easy option for providing shade, accessorizing a party, covering a hot tub, providing a frame for planting or adding definition to your outdoor space to make it more of an outdoor living space. An inexpensive pergola can be …

Getting the right kitchen furniture is the most important factor in ensuring a functional and practical kitchen area. Whether your kitchen is small and cramped or large and expansive, a smart layout will make a big difference in helping you make the most of the space. Especially in a kitchen, …

When deciding on a location for your pond, it’s important to remember that they need part sun and part shade. A good rule of thumb is to plan for shade for half the pond as too much sun encourages the growth of unsightly algae and shade can help keep the …

Leave it to the developers of Dubai with the world’s tallest building and the world’s largest shopping mall to surprise again with the most expensive bathrooms in the world planned for the new XXII Carat Villas on Palm Jumeirah. The Russian developer behind the newest luxury addition wanted to create …

We all have a favorite Christmas ornament. You know, the one that just caught your eye and you had to have it. Or, that special ornament that has so much sentimental value. Be that as it may, at some point you’ve probably asked yourself, “What are Christmas ornaments made of?” …

In 1983, Jean Stoffer went to work as an admin for a Chicago designer shortly after graduating with a business degree. After a few years, she found herself more attracted to design work than administrative work and started her own agency, which became known for its kitchen design. Now, a …

Modern and rustic, two opposite design styles that you might think could never go together. However, that is not the case. In fact, they’re so free and interesting that real design magic happens when you mix them. When a modern house is combined with rustic elements, there is this phenomenon …

What makes a chalet style house? Chalet-style houses are possibly best known for their dramatic, triangular profile, with dramatically pitched roofs and overhanging eaves, and are typically covered in clapboards. These roofs are ideal for cold climates, as their slope prevents large amounts of snow from accumulating on top of …

Caladium          Available in countless shapes and colors, caladiums are a top pick for shady garden beds or containers. Their bold, tropical foliage looks terrific from early summer until frost. Caladiums grow from tubers planted just underneath the surface of the soil. Growing Conditions: Full sun to full shade (depending on variety) in well-drained, evenly …

An important advantage that many interior designers take advantage of when designing their client’s perfect space is understanding and applying color theory to create a desired atmosphere. Colors have the ability to affect more than landscapes, they also affect emotions and set the mood in the room. Believe it or …