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Case in point, the following 15simple small living rooms. Use a Monochrome Palette Desiree Burns Interiors Create a chic small space with an all-white palette. A love seat carves out a cozy spot for two. Haley Weidenbaum Two end tables that double as shelving whip up a spot store books. Textural elements like the wicker coffee table and ribbed ceramic lamps punch up the neutral color scheme. A pitch-perfect example is shown in thisspaceby Los Angeles based interior designerHaley Weidenbaum....

Your favorite season with a modern twist. But if you’re like us, you want your space to feel fresh and modern. How do you do that whendecorating for fall? Alexandr Kolesnikov / Getty Images That is, after all,what the modern style is all about! But don’t worry: there’s a still place for your favorite pumpkin and leaf decor. Showcase Distressed Color It wouldn’t be fall decorating without something distressed! @theoldhouseonmain/ Instagram...

Want more gardening tips? This backyard features a two-leveldeckwith a built-in, semi-inground pool that seamlessly connects the two levels together. A rock garden is a great way to incorporate native plants. Design byKG Designs/ Photo by Larchspur Design This modern cabin’s backyard blends with its natural surroundings, with its combination of plants and natural rock. Plant a Tiered Garden The Home Consultant Inc. If your yard is on a steep hill, make it more manageable with a tiered garden....

Erin Williamson Design Small space dwellers, this one’s for you. No one likes to read or complete computer tasks in the dark, after all! There are many different styles of sconces to choose from. Erin Williamson Design There are plenty of picks out there! If you decide to do so, opt for a lamp that swivels. Keep in mind that there are plenty of gorgeousplug-in sconceslike these on the market....

The Spruce / Autumn Wood Small, low-growing evergreen shrubs are ideal in any landscape. What is considered a dwarf in one species may be much taller in another. Mountain laurel grows quite large; for small spaces, consider the dwarf variety ‘Minuet’. The Spruce / Autumn Wood It grows slowly and may take up to 10 years to reach two feet in height. This is a low-maintenance plant that seldom needs pruning to maintain its mophead shape....

Need a little inspiration? Don’t get discouraged! Your Eureka moment is just a few short moments away. Ann Living/Instagram Downsize Your Crib Cathie Hong Looking for a traditional crib without the traditional bulk? Try going for a smaller crib. Need a better option? Cathie Hong These portable changing trays sit vertically across the crib, secured with straps and rail-hugging grooves. When the diapering is done, the entire unit disappears under the crib....

These are 15small-scale renovationsthat are sure to refresh your home in a weekend. double-check that you patch any dents or holes in the wall for the most impactful difference. Depending on the size of your space, this simple renovation can easily be completed in a weekend. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Simply order your favorite peel-and-stick design, measure accordingly, remove the backing, and install. For an even quicker transformation, choose just one wall to wallpaper as an accent wall....

From bins to clear organizers andlabelled drawer dividers, these makeup storage solutions will make your life easier. The long narrow section up front is perfect for lipsticks and balms. A Drawer With Dividers @neatbymeg/ Instagram Divide up drawers using labeled dividers for the ultimate organization. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly A Clear Shelf Clear bins are having a major moment in organization and for good reason. Shallow bins keep everything tidy, and you could see everything you have every time you pull it open....

Keep reading to discover smart ways to use your Swiffer that spans more than just the floor. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Meet the Expert Arianna Castrois a Swiffer and home care scientist. What Is a Swiffer? The Spruce / Ana Cadena A Swiffer sweeper is intended forhard flooring, not carpets or area rugs. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Baseboards Baseboards collect a lot of dustover time, especially ones with a more decorative design....

Tenra / Getty Images Mice are a common household pest that can be difficult to get rid of. Read on to learn more. The Spruce / Candace Madonna Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Tenra / Getty Images Cinnamon The Spruce / Carson Downing Rodents hate spicy smells, including the smell of cinnamon. Simply use vinegar to clean around your kitchen and other areas where youve seen mice. Peppermint Oil The strong menthol aroma of peppermint oil makes mice particularly uncomfortable, Liakopoulos says....

What Is Transformable Furniture? Transformable furniture is a piece of furniture that has more than one function. It usually converts from one component to another, reducing the number of furniture pieces in a particular space. The Spruce / Alyssa Vela This feature is handy by giving you more floor space and often more storage. If you have high ceilings, you may have an amazing amount of usable space overhead. This innovation allows you to use more of your available vertical space....

Tessa Cooper Fall is sort of the pre-game of the holiday decor season. Want more design inspiration? Simply drape some garland along the top and anchor the look with pumpkins on the bottom shelf. Tessa Cooper However, adding a few touches to the hearth of your fireplace rounds out the look and creates balance. For example,content creator and blogger Miranda Smithgave her coffee area some special attention. Place Wreaths on Your Cabinets @ourcozycottage/ Instagram...

What Is Companion Planting? Companion planting is a simple gardening technique where you plant plants that support each others growth close together. Want more gardening tips? Vaivirga / Getty Images If youve struggled with pests like aphids in the past, growing spinach near oregano may help. Mounding nasturtiums are usually best for companion planting, while trailing nasturtiums may crowd out spinach. Planting spinach under taller eggplants should also provide spinach with light shade and delay bolting....