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31.10.2013

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Green-Only Gardens Draw the Eye and Soothe the Spirit (11 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 11:00 AM PDT

We often strive to put colors in our planting designs, in the use of both foliage and flower. But are different colors essential? If we skillfully choose and combine plants, a monochromatic green palette can give us just as much interest as flowers with different colors. And could green also...

The Gable Goes Mobile, Micro and Mod (16 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 11:00 AM PDT

The year 2013 may be remembered as the year when micro started to become cool. People had been talking about living in small houses as an alternative to oversize suburban houses and urban pads for decades, but a number of events and projects converged in 2013. In January there was an exhibition...

Feel Free to Break Some Decorating Rules (12 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 11:00 AM PDT

One of the primary things I learned while working with interior design clients over four decades is that our mothers seriously warped us about decorating at least. So many of us get totally tied in knots when it comes to designing our homes. "I absolutely love that piece, but...

8 Designer Pumpkins to Haunt Your Halloween (8 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 07:05 AM PDT

Come autumn, the days grow shorter, the nights grow longer, and on All Hallow's Eve, the lowly squash transforms into a thing of eerie beauty: the jack-o'-lantern. A lone candle in a plain orange pumpkin not spooky enough for you? Try mixing in a few of these undying decorating themes.

Guest Picks: 20 Woven Wonders for Chill-Beating Texture (20 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 07:00 AM PDT

With winter quickly approaching, I'm already dreaming of cozy interiors and sumptuous textures. Furniture and accessories that boast woven or knit detailing are great for introducing effortless style and creating a relaxed atmosphere in any room. They lend a more tactile experience to your home and always...

My Houzz: Upcycled Boho Style in an Austin Townhouse (14 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 07:00 AM PDT

Rachel Anderson is a big fan of upcycling. The blogger and jewelry maker gets creative with less in her family's Austin, Texas, townhouse rental, which she shares with her husband, Scott, and their toddler, Ruby. In fact, her online shop, aptly called One...

Houzz Tour: Original Charm and New Light in Seattle (21 photos)

Posted: 31 Oct 2013 07:00 AM PDT

The Fremont neighborhood in Seattle boasts a fair share of bungalows built around 1920, despite all the newly built condos and homes. Open the door of one bungalow in particular, and you'll discover an intriguing mix of contemporary and traditional style that keenly represents the neighborhood's character....

Bring the Bistro to Your Kitchen (11 photos)

Posted: 30 Oct 2013 03:00 PM PDT

Do you hear that? It's the sound of an old Parisian record playing in my head. If you're not hearing it yet, take a look at these ideas for giving your kitchen or patio a bistro-like atmosphere. I'm guessing you'll be humming a similar tune in no time.

Woodipedia: Mahogany Furnishes a Rich Look (10 photos)

Posted: 30 Oct 2013 03:00 PM PDT

Although it's not an American hardwood, mahogany has a long history in the U.S. as a wood prized for its rich color and stability. "Great masterpieces were made out of mahogany," says David Schorsch of Schorsch-Smiles American Antiques in Woodbury, Connecticut. "It was strongly used in federal style,...

Pattern Primer: How to Pair Different Prints (10 photos)

Posted: 30 Oct 2013 03:00 PM PDT

I reupholstered my dining room chairs in a fun floral a few weeks ago. I knew what color I wanted (I'm into teal right now), but picking out the pattern was brutal. I have an open living space, so my selection needed to pair well with the stripes, florals and chevrons in my living room. I went back and...

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