Along with their modern style, doorless walk-in showers are easier to clean and feature an accessible universal design. True walk-in showers are curbless to eliminate the need to step over a rim. This design is child-friendly andwheelchair accessibleas long as there is enough clearance. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Choose a completeopen-plan bathroomor install a glass panel splash guard to separate the shower. A walk-in shower also increases your home’s value....

Spacejoy / Unsplash Add some personality and whimsy into your new home away from homeyour dorm room. Prioritize cozy corners to curl up in and creating a comfortable environment. Though, with a few extra functional touches. Spacejoy / Unsplash Mix various patterns and colors to create an arrangement that’s uniquely yours. Your roommate may wish to join in on the fun, too. Fake plants, little mirrors, and picture frames are some great pieces to bring into your space....

There are many different stylistic approaches you could take when introducing a double island kitchen into your home. Here, geometric detailing on each side of these islands adds luxe decorative flair. These islands each feature plenty of drawers andcabinets, allowing for optimal kitchen organization. Design:Studio M Kitchen & Bath/ Photo:Scott Amundson Designate one island for kitchenware and the other fordinnerwareto make cooking and setting up the table easier. The identical islands and matching color palette result in a cohesive look....

That said, it should make a great impression. Pillowylavender runs along both sides of the drivewayfor a soothing, colorful, and aromatic entrance to the home. Lavender is a hardy plant, perfect for driveways. irina88w / Getty Images There are several types of lavender. For a sweeter smell, chooseEnglish lavender. For lower maintenance,plant French lavender. Typhoonski / Getty Images Another pop in of lavender,Spanish lavender, is known for its large blossoms....

This boundary will keep kids, pets, and cars safe while discouraging unwanted visitors and curious passersby. These materials complement the naturalistic gravel stone-lined driveway and the home’s rural cottage aesthetic. Pocket Driveway Gate Home Consultant Home Consultantfenced in this Los Angeles property with wood slat fencing. Jason Finn / Getty Images The fence includes an integrated pocket driveway. Slight gaps in the wood slat layout allow light and air to pass through....

Want more design inspiration? Gather Around the Fire @ladylandscape/ Instagram Add afire pitto make the most of a modern home. The sunken gravel patio gives this the feel of an outdoor room. White Sands Design/Build Incorporate Art @themayflygarden/ Instagram Mix practical and decorative objects for an eclectic and pleasing design. Imitate a Cottage @pani_z_wilka/ Karolina Mears / Instagram Embracecottage style. The neutral, natural tones here are a perfect match for the gravel patio....

t sableaux / Getty Images There is no shortage of gardening hacks online. However, there aregardening hacksthat do work. Want more gardening tips? t sableaux / Getty Images The seeds often simply disappeared because birds pick them out, especially duringwinter sowingwhen food is scarce. Once the seeds have germinated, remove the screen so it does not obstruct the seedlings. Place the tubes or egg cartons on a waterproof tray and fill them with potting mix....

Flowers are best fresh when eaten a few hours after picking, so growing your own makes sense. And it’s really no different from growing flowers for their ornamental appeal. 1 rule of edible flowers is knowing how to identify them. The Spruce / Alyson Brown Pick edible flowers on a dry, sunny day. Most flowers should be picked when they have fully bloomed and are not yet starting to wilt....

Set Up a Coat Rack @chelsea_stylemutthome/ Instagram Opt for a coat rack that serves double duty. Hack an IKEA Piece DIY Mommy AnIKEA hackwas the name of the game in this entryway. Bye bye, excess. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Add Cane-Front Doors Emy Flint Who doesn’t love cane furniture? Be Practical Viola Interior Design Note that boots can look charming when set out on display. Don’t feel as though every shoe in your homeparticularly larger pairshas to live behind closed doors....

Azaleas are slow-growing and it may take up to a decade for a shrub to reach its mature size. From late fall through early spring, these flowering evergreens put on a show of solid and variegated varieties. These stunning shrubs are easily grown from nursery plants, but be ready for a commitment. Wirestock / Getty Images Camellias can live for 100 to 200 years, slowly growing to their mature size....

Sean Mullin, an architect withAnthony Wilder Design/Build, is partial to black window trim. “We often tell clients it’s like adding eyeliner to your windows,” he says. Ross Padluck, partner atKligerman Architecture & Design, prefers window trim to be on the narrow side. Design by Tiffany Torbert ofLevel Team Homes/ Photo byDavid Cannon The color is cheerful and adds lots of life to this shingle-style home. This hue is often seen on otherVictorian style homes, which are known for their peppy, playful colors....

Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions Family rooms are synonymous with the term household hub. Often used interchangeably with the term living room, a lot goes down in these warm and welcoming spaces. Cozy White Becca Interiors White is hard to beat when it comes to family room paint colors. Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions It’s a basic hue that presents infinite opportunities. White is a clever hue as the undertones can largely influence the final effect....

Because of this, a fireplace hearth is sometimes misunderstood as the general area around thefireplace. Your choice of hearth material, finish, and color will have an impact on your fireplace design anddecor. Decorate with collections of itemsvintage and otherwise, he says. The Spruce / Marty Baldwin Focus on adding interest with colors, textures, and varying sizes. The brick arch around the firebox was painted the same color for a cohesive, nature-inspired look....