Gardens

How can growing a few herbs in pots near the kitchen door encourage home cooking?

When herbs live right next to the kitchen door or on a nearby window sill, they literally become part of your cooking routine. You...

How can placing seating where you naturally pause change how often you relax in the garden?

Every garden, even a tiny one, has “pause points” – spots where you naturally slow down. Maybe it’s where the view is nicest, where...

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How can using baskets in open storage keep things practical but still visually tidy?

Open shelves and cubbies are great for access, but...

How can mixing old furniture with a few modern pieces give a home more personality?

Rooms made entirely of brand-new, matching furniture sets can...

Why might placing two smaller lamps be better than one very bright overhead light in some rooms?

Overhead lights are practical, but they can be harsh....

Why is it helpful to leave some shelves partly empty instead of filling every inch?

There’s a natural urge to fill shelves – “if...

How can adding a tray on a coffee table turn loose items into a neat display?

Coffee tables naturally attract “stuff” – remotes, coasters, candles,...