Good Ideas
The worn and run-down concrete stairs were begging for an interesting and unique update, so Araya applied a trellis pattern and a greeting on the front steps with stencils and a concrete stain.
Create an outdoor centerpiece that will last for months. Plant a long, narrow container with a variety of succulents and set it in the center of your outdoor dining table for a stylish centerpiece that won't fade. This would be great to try indoors, too.
The horizontal lateral support ribs of the curved metal wall serve a dual purpose as shelving. Containers, artwork and jewelry are all stored and hang from the wall on magnets.
Blue fan!
Black pots - all in a row
Owen uses this space to try out woodworking and concrete projects before taking them to a client's home. The garden shed was entirely his creation. They needed some space to store gardening supplies and their mower, and wanted somewhere to have rain barrels too. This space in the back of their garden was a weird shape and too damp to grow anything in, so Owen used it as a place to experiment with building techniques.
Outdoor Beanbag Ottoman - $99.00 » Accent ottomans in blue and green patterned upholstery allow you to kick your feet up and relax in style.
Seriously increase the usable space under your sink by mounting a simple tension rod for hanging spray bottles.
The map in Lynnette's bedroom closet is a reminder of the couple's shared love for travel. Red and pink pins show where Aaron has been on his own; yellow and black pins show where Lynnette has been on her own. White pins show where the couple has been together, and green ones signify where they want to go next.
contemporary kitchen by Alex Amend Photography Add to ideabook by Alex Amend Photography by Alex Amend Photography The rear of this half-wall could easily have languished as wasted space. Thankfully, someone saw an opportunity and put it to work with a simple bracketed strip of wood that creates the perfect spot for perching with coffee or cocktails.
White fridge + chalkboard paint
Project: Container garden Difficulty: Easy Estimated time: An afternoon Want an edible garden in raised beds but don't have the time or desire to do major construction? Take a cue from the folks at Banyon Tree Design Studio and fill galvanized troughs (yes, the kind livestock drink from) with soil and compost, and use them as containers to plant your seeds.
A space-saving, under-the-counter compost bin makes it easy to collect kitchen scraps and reduces garbage headed for the landfill.
glass cupboards with painted backs
Cork board with travel photos / mementos
like the frame layout
Lounger
Nice sized planters
Painting the inside of cubes for a makeshift bookcase
Penny tile flooring
Decorate with found objects. Another beautiful use of reclaimed wood is this wall treatment. It adds so much character and depth to the room!
Install a drying rack. A clothes dryer uses a lot of energy, so why not give it a break and air dry? Installing a wall-mounted unit like the one shown here won't get in the way in smaller laundry rooms and will help you air dry your clothes in rain or shine.
Get familiar with carpet tiles. The next time a room in your home needs carpet, consider using carpet tiles instead of the wall-to-wall variety. Carpet tiles are more readily available than ever and come in a myriad of colors and designs. When a tile gets worn or ruined by a juice spill, you simply replace it. Plus, some companies, such as FLOR, even recycle old tile
The master bedroom opens to the living room. A two-way fireplace from Heat & Glo replaced the unattractive radiator, and Lambur says it can heat pretty much the entire house.
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