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“Were seeing a strong influence from the 1970s right now,” designer Lauren Davies says. “Bold, vibrant geometrics and large florals are making a statement again. People are craving spaces that feel lively, unique, and full of charactersomething that vintage patterns do beautifully. Becca Interiors Want more design inspiration? Here are just a few ways designers suggest you could bring this pop of personality into your home. “Try framing smaller sections to create unique artwork....

Check out these apartment patio ideas for inspiration on how to make the most of your outdoor space. This small patio fromEmily Henderson Designis semi-enclosed with iron bars and equipped with black-and-white-striped curtains for a classic feel. Install an Outdoor Shower Tailor your apartment patio decor and features to your lifestyle and location. Fantastic Frank Fantastic Frank Ajai Guyot Michelle Boudreau Design Fantastic Frank The Home Consultant Emily Henderson Design/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp...

The top is styled with a table lamp and objects that make the decor feel finished. Then style the top with objects and art to make it look intentional rather than makeshift. Try Midcentury Furniture Look formidcentury modernpieces that combine style and function with built-in storage. Michelle Boudreau Design A built-in floating console in the same rich wood doubles as abedroom workstationor a vanity. This sleek modern space fromCaroline Andreoni Interior Designalso includes a disappearing wall desk....

Where should you put my water fountain in a backyard? How do you keep an outdoor fountain water clean naturally? Usenatural productsto clean your outdoor fountain that wont harm it or the environment. Design byCrisp Architects/ Photo by Rob Karosis And be sure to clean your fountain and water pump regularly to keep water clean and clear. Liz Marie Blog Manscapers Kate Marker Interiors Fantastic Frank Thistlewood Farms Fantastic Frank...

Keep reading and then get ready to design the cozy living room you’ve always craved. This will bethespot to cuddle up! Create a Conversation Nook @thejoannapiccoli/ Instagram Turn your bay window area into a conversation nook. Lara Kimmerer Place a Tree by the Window @asymmetricalhome/ Instagram Give your plants the light they need! Place some potted green friends or a tall tree in front of your bay window as seen here....

Learn which herbs, flowers, and root vegetables make the best and worst tomato companion plants. What Are Companion Plants? Companion plants are two different plants that create a synergistic relationship of mutual benefit when grown nearby. The Spruce Companion plants also can be grown in succession (staggered crop plantings). This jot down of gardening is also known as interplanting, intercropping, or creating a polyculture. The Spruce Want more gardening tips?...

Warning Cactus specimens with spines need to be handled carefullyavoid getting stuck by wearing thick gardening gloves. It grows to about 20 inches high and up to 6 feet wide. Beavertail has dark cherry pink flowers that almost glow and smell like watermelon. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault It blooms late winter to early summer and is ideal for desert landscaping and drought-tolerant gardens. Beavertail looks great teamed with Angelita daisy and barrel cactus....

Check out these painted stairs ideas in a range of styles for inspiration. We love the fauxcarpet runner lookcreated by the deep blue block coloring. Ombre Stairs What’s happier than ombre? The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Think you’re the biggest color fan? You may even want to refresh your stairs every time Pantone releases theircolor of the year. Makingnew wood look oldis aneasy DIY. Pufik The pop of color on the riser adds a brightness to the foyer without a lot of natural light....

Some even look forplants to help repel mosquitoes, like lavender, marigolds, and lemongrass. Warning Some of the listed plants are toxic to either animals or humans. The leathery rainbow-hued leaves thrive in full sun and only require moderate watering. The Spruce / Kara Riley Plants bloom continuously in warm, sunny weather, and exhibit drought resistance, especially in larger patio containers. Plants usually fade after blooming, but you canpropagate moreby repotting the pups that form around the mother plant....

The Spruce / K. Dave Shrubs and bushes are a gorgeous addition when sprucing up your curb appeal. There are near endless options that can add lush greenery and colorful flowers in both evergreen and deciduous varieties. Ready to start planting? The Spruce / K. Dave Here are the best shrubs for thefront of your house. Want more gardening tips? Drought tolerant and shallow-rooted, it works well for foundation planting....

A wall of simple shelving that is stacked with trailing vine plants creates a mood-boosting budgetliving wall. Anindustrial stylechair complements the black storage drawers. Squeeze It In Studio London Co. You could sub a semi-transparent solar shade or some cafe-style curtains instead. Design byEmilie Fournet Interiors/ Photo by Kasia Fiszer Large mood boards add an inspirational element that double as a ready-made Zoom background. Go Vertical Design byCathie Hong Interiors/Christy Q....

Or you might bring in a natural color palette, buffalo check or plaid, and even mountain-inspired murals. Need pointing in the right direction? Mountain View Woodland Nursery Who doesnt love a room with a view? *Bri.willi_/Instagram* Modern Mountain Mural Nursery Not much of an artist? With a crisp painters tape line and a paint brush, a swoon-worthymountain muralis within your reach. This alpine-inspired woodland nursery space featured onProject Nurseryboasts an easy-to-recreate mountain vista for a down-to-earth price....

Green Desiree Burns Interiors Plants and botanical prints will look extra green and vibrant against black walls. Brown Pair black with shades of brown for a sophisticated take on earth-toned neutrals. Yellow Black and yellow is a high-spirited color combination that is bold and versatile. Michelle Berwick Design Teal Forbes + Masters Black and teal will create a bold and dramatic look. Copper Erin Williamson Design Pair black and fiery copper for a dramatic look....