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The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto When company comes calling, where will they stay? It allows you and your company opportunities for privacy between activities planned during holidays and visits. Guest houses are also known as guest cottages, guest sheds, mother-in-law houses, andgranny flats. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Often, these small structures are smaller versions or a nod to the larger home’s architectural design. Mix greenery with colorful flowers and vary heights to create interest....

Check out these window trim ideas in a range of home types and styles to inspire your renovation. Becca Interiors painted the Colonial window trim in this New York Colonial home in a creamy white. Bay Window Trim A largebay windowis a natural focal point in any room. Design byLeanne Ford Interiors/ Photo byErin Kelly Flat Window Trim Use flatmodern window trimin a bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tile on the walls....

“This period has so much character,” she says. If you’re hoping to create the perfect art deco kitchen, head right this way for inspiration. Fluting could be added to glass cabinet windows, an island, or a peninsula. @katefeatherkitchendesign/ Instagram Rounded edges could feature on hardware, countertops, and glass panes, too. It doesn’t have to feel dim though. Even if you prefer a more subtle take on the style, small details make a major difference....

Below, we’re sharing 22 easy balcony privacy solutions that will complement a range of styles. Plus, no well-designed room is complete without some textural elementsso don’t be shy about going this route. Add a layer of string lights for some additional ambiance or some of your favoriteflowersto bring in color. BarnesVanze To go an extra step, incorporate some plants with height to keep any wandering eyes out. Add some hanging flowers above to make a charming statement....

Marie Flanigan Interiors Decorating your bathroom ceiling is a power move that will elevate your space. Check out these stylish bathroom ceiling ideas for inspiration. Tip Make ceiling wallpaper installation easier by choosing waterproof peel-and-stick wallpaper. Marie Flanigan Interiors Exhibit A: this space fromCountry Floors. Its tiles encase the bathing space, making for the ultimate relaxation spotlike a spa in your own home. Paint It Black Make a bold move by painting your bathroom ceiling black....

Check out these window treatment ideas for bay windows to help you find the right choice for your space. Cafe Curtains Becca Interiors Usecafe curtainsto add a cozy, cottage-inspired look to your bay windows. Get some affordable IKEA curtains and you canpinch pleat them yourself. Kate Marker Interiors It’s a more traditional approach that’s well-suited for a historic or older home. Keep this in mindwhen measuring and purchasing curtains. This outside mounting method produces a slightly more traditional look....

Ready to start planning your bathroom renovation? Here are 22bathroom tub ideasto get you started. Paired withterracotta tileand narrow wood paneling in a light stain, it feels calming and warm. Britt Design Studio Muted green penny tile and wallpaper give this simple alcove tub an elevated look. A few subtle wood accents are just enough to warm up the look. Wainscoting in dark taupe and a black window frame echo the dark color of the tub itself....

Below, take a look at 22 beautiful traditional bedrooms that are extremely well-executed and full of inspiration. Want more design inspiration? Top yours off with a monogrammed pillow set for an extra classic touch. Mary Patton Design Chaises are commonly incorporated into traditional bedrooms, too. A symmetrical nightstand setup is also a staple of classic bedrooms. These furnishings are rich in history and character. Becca Interiors Stick to a Classic Pattern, Like Stripes Stripes will never go out of style....

Yellow can also be a smart choice if your bathroom lacks a window or skylight. In a dark space, the color brightens, similar to natural sunlight. Even in a bathroom that is flooded with natural light, yellow still has its benefits. Wildbloom Studio Warm, buttery shades, for instance, can soften harsh afternoon light. Ready to say hello to yellow? The pastel color brings to mind desert hues, while the brown elements add depth and dimension....

Keep reading to check out some of our favorite bedding storage ideas. Try neatly folding and stacking pillows, sheets, and comforters in an open closet. Get Symmetrical @breathing.room.home/ Instagram For a visually pleasing bedding storage solution, get symmetrical. Olga Nikiforova / Getty Images Use Your Dresser @dommdotcom/ Instagram The simple bedroom dresser is another great place to store bedding. Keep your bedding in the lowest drawer for easy-to-access fresh sheets and pillowcases....

Note that you don’t need an extremely sizable space to introduce seating into the bedroom. Offer Multiple Seating Options Cathie Hong Interiors This bedroom contains multiple seating options. Bring in some greenery like plants to elevate the look of the space. Michelle Boudreau Design Cozy Up With Sheepskin Cozy is the name of the game when it comes to seating. Jazz up a standard chair with a simplesheepskin throwfor a budget-friendly upgrade....

They are versatile and easy for beginners to grow, quickly filling borders, flower beds, and containers. Unlike manyperennial flowers, most of the fast, vigorous annual growth happens aboveground. These plants don’t have extensive root systems to sustain them during a long, hot summer. The Spruce / Paige McLaughlin What Is an Annual Plant? An annual is a plant that dies after one growing season. Meanwhile, a perennial lives more than one year and returns the next growing season....

Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images What can you grow with sunflowers? The answer is just about anything with a few exceptions. Sunflowers are a workhorse in the garden. Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images Want more gardening tips? Are sunflowers allelopathic? Allelopathic plants release toxic substances into soil that can inhibit the growth of other plants growing nearby. Barbara Rich / Getty Images This is not always a negative, especially when those toxins kill weeds....