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creative garden maintenance, with noel kingsbury and annie guilfoyle
IF I SAY garden maintenance, you probably think of work—of getting out the pruners and hedge trimmers and such, and subduing any overenthusiastic plants, getting them back into bounds. But what if we thought of maintenance as an expression of creativity, instead of merely restraint—as part of the art of garden-making? What if we figured it into our design decisions right from the start? Particularly as our gardens shift in a more ecological direction and become more naturalistic, that adjustment and approach seems especially important. Ongoing creative maintenance is our topic today with Noel Kingsbury and Annie Guilfoyle, hosts of the popular Garden Masterclass series of workshops and webinars. Annie…
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Kitchen window ideas: 13 creative ways to uplift your kitchen windows
Kitchen window ideas are an important factor to consider when exploring kitchen ideas and planning your dream kitchen space. As the heart of the home, a place where you cook and friends and family gather together to eat, relax and socialize, you want every aspect of your kitchen to feel inviting and beautifully styled. The kitchen is often seen as one of the more functional and practical areas of the home, with window treatment ideas not always on the top of the list of priorities when planning a new kitchen. However, in this busy workspace, your kitchen windows can provide an area where you can further express your personal style,…
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7 Creative Tips to Create Minimalism for a Modern Home
Minimalism and aesthetic style is a new approach to urban architecture. It establishes simple design elements and reduces ornamentation. Minimalism tends to have more space for home guests rather than being preoccupied with home furniture. Now, it is possible to allocate some home furniture without looking too crowded in a minimalist approach. Minimalist architecture aims to reduce visual clutter and noise as much as possible. It emphasizes light materials, structure, and space. Moreover, it elevates the most basic structural elements of a building, drawing attention to simplicity. A minimalist approach is best suited for modern homes. For instance, the smallest air conditioner is a match for an aesthetic look, creating…
