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If you are compiling living room ideas for a remodel now, these living room styling tips by South Carolina based interior designer Cortney Bishop – known for her warm, inviting interiors, and founder of Cortney Bishop Design (opens in new tab) – are a must-read. Living room styling For Cortney, living room styling isn’t so much about colors – you can see from her room designs below that she relishes neutral schemes that use natural textures and vintage pieces to add character and warmth....

The video (opens in new tab), posted on Gardener’s World, takes you through the whole process, and we’re pleased to report that bulb layering is quite easy. All you need is a large pot, good-quality compost, and, of course, the bulbs. Monty uses Iris Reticulata, which, he explains, ‘glow like jewels’ in early spring, a very pretty yellow daffodil called Tête-à-tête, and April-flowering tulips called Negrita. See: Monty Don says now is the time to plant tulips – plus 5 more of the best flowers to plant for Spring...

The time to plant asparagus crowns is now. Get it right and you could be harvesting your own crop of asparagus for the next 20 years. Monty Don explains how to choose the right spot and how to plant and care for asparagus ferns to ensure a good crop for years to come. See: Kitchen garden ideas – easy ways to get started In his guide to planting asparagus crowns (opens in new tab) on Gardeners’ World, Monty Don says that growing asparagus ‘is a long-term relationship, so it’s worth doing it properly, and the key to growing asparagus is drainage, and then some more drainage’....

The actor purchased the 6,305-square-foot San Francisco property in 2007. He reportedly paid $9.4 million for the home in 2006, only to sell at a loss in July 2008 for $7.7 million. Built in 1914 for celebrated sculptor Haig Patigian and located in the city’s Russian Hill neighborhood, the home features exceptional views from every floor. What’s more, there’s plenty of visual splendor to admire inside the property, as well....

The idea that there are trends in the land of gardening, vis à vis those in the fashion world, feels slightly wide of the mark. Things do not happen in a wholesale fashion overnight or in a week or two in horticulture, and rarely in garden design. How often do you see garden nurseries selling out of a particular plant one weekend? Very rarely, sadly, of course, for the nurseries and the landscaping merchants....

The waterfront home in Tiburon, California, is now available for just under $6 million. Robin Williams had purchased the elegant property in 2008 for $4,050,000. First built in 1987, this contemporary Mediterranean home offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city down the road. Perched on the San Francisco Bay and set on a double plot with open water views throughout, this single level home is defined both by peaceful luxury and ease of family living....

It’s the best way to stay updated on the ever-shifting trends in the world of design, with inspirational content on everything from simple finishing touches through to entire projects – including kitchens, bathrooms and gardens. The Homes & Gardens newsletter is delivered three to four times a week – including weekends. We will always use it to bring you the very latest: Interior design trends – from the newest ranges and collaborations to the hottest trends....

‘We found an empty piece of land two streets away from where I grew up, so it was a flip of a coin decision and we decided to go for it,’ Miranda reveals. ‘We had been living in Manhattan but always knew we would move to the suburbs as soon as our youngest child was old enough to start kindergarten.’ Check out our page dedicated to the world’s best homes for more a look inside some more beautiful spaces...

Imagine being able to access an abundance of absolutely delicious vegetables and fruit every time you step into your garden. Thanks to our British climate, this wouldn’t be consistently possible for those growing outdoors. But with a wide choice of greenhouse ideas, a constant supply of home-grown, fresh produce is achievable. Historic Glasshouse and Greenhouse manufacturer Hartley Botanic (opens in new tab) has revealed its customers have recently shown an increased desire to ‘grow their own’, thanks to soaring popularity of the veg-based diets and an increasing desire to be self-sufficient....

Modern kitchen ideas and designs are set to evolve as the years go on, from clever storage solutions to multi-functional layouts. THE FUTURE OF KITCHEN DESIGN As we transition to a new normal, it may be time to make some alterations and introduce some fresh kitchen ideas in to your space. With restaurants not as accessible, home cooking is becoming ever popular and the kitchen is likely to change....

Over the past decade, the home has seen a host of Christmas decor ideas – from the red, white, and blue theme, as designed by the Obamas in 2015, to Trump’s striking colonnade of red trees in 2018. Last year, Jill Biden unveiled small photo ornaments on the White House Christmas tree, including one of her and the President, that aptly celebrated the theme Gifts from the Heart. In 2022, the decorations follow a different theme – We The People – which is a celebration of the soul of the United States....

In the process of designing a kitchen, it is tempting to let the ‘finishes’ come naturally. After all, these things are usually the last things to consider – and tend to fall into place effortlessly. However, the Toronto-based designer explains that your finishes are among the most impactful things to consider. And their power extends beyond their good looks. ‘I’ve had lots of questions about the finishes in my home,’ Hilary says on Instagram – before sharing information about her kitchen....

‘My English granny’s home was a riot of color, filled with handmade items such as rag rugs and patterned cushions. Then my Belgian grandmother had a home that centered on the kitchen, and always felt so warm and welcoming,’ she recalls. Both strands have woven through every property she and her family have lived in over the years. ‘For me, these are the things that always make a home,’ Such influences were central to the transformation of the converted Dorset barn the owner and her husband bought four years ago....

Design firm the Luxford Group, led by Michael Chen, created the outstanding home, called Elementi and located in the upmarket enclave of the Trousdale Estates, in collaboration with SAOTA Architects. Everything about the home is perfection, from the views over the skyline and out to the ocean, to the ultra-high-end finishes, using many Italian brands, like Molteni Closet, Rimadesio millwork, Rimadesio Interior doors, Antonio Lupi vanity and mirrors, and Dada Kitchen....

If you have a huge kitchen there may be room for a stand-alone dining table and several chairs; at the other end of the scale, a small perch for coffee on an island unit or peninsula might just suffice. But if you want something more substantial, space-saving and permanent, today’s renaissance in built-in seating, bar stools, window seats, banquettes and benches, are all great options, and can be seamlessly worked into almost any kitchen ideas blueprint....

The house has been completely renovated by Jamie Haller (opens in new tab), and her husband Craig Ekedahl, a former TV producer, who have a passion for restoring old Craftsman and Victorian homes. PROPERTY The historic property features three bedrooms and three bathrooms, and is a forever home that is only steps away from the restaurants and nightlife of Sunset Blvd and Downtown Los Angeles. The homeowners will be able to take in the scene-stealing views of the Hollywood Sign, the Griffith Observatory and the Downtown skyline....

Interior design trends aren’t always borne out but because Etsy (opens in new tab)’s are based on our buying habits, their annual predictions often come true. But a return to formal dining? We’re not – entirely – convinced. Sure, the way we use our homes continues to evolve in the wake of years of uncertainty and more of us are looking to host intimate gatherings at home than ever before....

See: our spaces section for more inspiring featured homes See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property Hankering for the peace and quiet of the countryside, they left their Edwardian town house in search of something with ‘plenty of character’, and they certainly found it in their new home. Perched by a lake on the edge of a quaint village, the building is something of an historical jigsaw puzzle, including Norman, Georgian and more recent architectural additions....

Set in a rural landscape, surrounded by open fields with views of distant hills, and with a brook at the end of the garden, it was a hugely appealing option that cried out for a suitably stunning dwelling. For owners Merry and Ben Albright, the solution was simple. Merry is creative director and Ben is managing director of Border Oak (opens in new tab), a company specializing in the design and build of bespoke oak-frame homes....

The answer depends on a number of factors including, of course, what you cook in it. Baked salmon and crispy asparagus will always be healthier than fries and bacon. And steaming your food will always be healthier than frying of any kind. But investing in the best air fryer is certainly a healthier way to enjoy those delicious foods that are often cooked in a deep-fat fryer or in lots of oil....