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15. Coneflower (Echinacea spp.)While coneflower comes in a range of colors, from white to pale pink, purple coneflower (E. purpurea) is still one of the most popular and beautiful. These prairie natives are extremely versatile, growing well in mixed flower gardens or woodland-style gardens. They’re also boons to wildlife, as flowers attract butterflies, seeds attract birds — they even attract some beneficial insects. Their seed heads also add interest to a winter garden. Bloom season: Summer to fallCold tolerance: Hardy to minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 40 degrees Celsius (zones 3 to 9)Origin: Eastern and central United StatesWater requirement: Regular; can handle some drought when establishedLight requirement: Full sunWhen to plant: Spring or fallSee how to grow coneflower
11. Allium(Allium spp.)Whether as cut flowers or blooming out in the garden, alliums, or ornamental onions, stand out among other flowering plants. Globe-shaped flower clusters top green stems, sometimes 3 to 4 or more feet tall, as a spectacular accent piece in a cottage garden. Its flower nectar attracts birds, butterflies and bees. Caution: Allium can be toxic to people and pets.Bloom season: Spring and summerCold tolerance: Hardy to minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 40 degrees Celsius (zones 3 to 9)Origin: Varies by speciesWater requirement: Regular while in bloomLight requirement: Full sunWhen to plant: Plant bulbs in fallSee how to grow alliumfor be
Photos by Paul LinnebachBathroom at a GlanceWho lives here: A single woman who loves traveling and Asian styleLocation: Minneapolis Size: 125 square feet (11.6 square meters)Designer and builder: Paul Linnebach of Mantis Design + BuildScope of work. A full, down-to-the studs renovation that included the removal of a large bathtub and a partial wall. The shower was relocated to directly beneath a skylight, and a small space that previously housed a shower became a linen closet. A new vanity features a built-in hamper and accessory drawers for maximum efficiency of space. Style influence. The homeowner, whom designer and builder Paul Linnebach describes as “bright, warm and full of life,” loves traveling and Asian style. For the design, Linnebach took inspiration from his own travels to Bali, Indonesia, “where the showers and bathrooms are so connected and a part of the surrounding nature,” he says. George Kovacs Hidden Gems flush-mount light in chrome: Minka Aire via Houzz; custom-built mirror and vanity; Italian Design Collection center pulls in matte black: Schaub; 1446-CWH sinks: Decolav; Metris 260 faucets: Hansgrohe; concrete-effect floor tile in matte beige: Fioranese
After. The black-and-white ceramic tiles on the floor make a fun and fresh statement in the narrow space. Designer Susan Klimala of The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn then added in more black, white and gray features to keep the palette calm and inviting. The most dramatic change comes at the end of the room, where Klimala replaced the brown tub with a sleek white tub and sliding glass door. Wall paint: Solitude, Benjamin Moore; Damask vanity with rollout shelves and internal outlets: Kohler; mirrors: Levico, Restoration Hardware; sconces: Cafe Series, Gatco; faucets: Kelston, Kohler; bathtub: Bancroft, Kohler; tile: Twenties Classic, Merola Tile, Home Depot; browse cement floor tileRead more about this bathroom remodel
After. A new color palette made all the difference, making the space feel light, airy and downright delightful. The client didn’t want an all-white bathroom that felt stark, so designer Laura Hay chose whites that had a more warm, limestone look. Other than the color, the family also updated the windows, vanity, sink, tub-shower combo and mirror. Wall color: Worldly Gray, Sherwin-Williams; vanity color: Aesthetic White, Sherwin-Williams; countertop and shower surround: London Gray, Caesarstone; sconces and vanity hardware: Restoration Hardware; vanity, storage cabinet and mirror: Timeless MillworkRead more about this bathroom remodel
How to Pick the Diameter of Your ChandelierWhen choosing a chandelier for most spaces, one general rule of thumb will give you a good guide on choosing a size:Width of room (in feet) + length of room (in feet) = diameter/width of chandelier (in inches).So, for example, if your room is 14 feet long by 10 feet wide, a 24-inch diameter chandelier would look proportionate (14 feet + 10 feet = 24 feet, which you convert to inches).love the uniqueness of this chandelier especially in juxtaposition to end bookshelves
How to Pick the Vertical Dimensions of Your ChandelierNow that you have the width and diameter of the fixture, you’ll want to choose the vertical dimensions of the fixture (not the height above the ground just yet, but the actual top-to-bottom size of the unit itself). To choose the vertical dimension of a chandelier, the classic rule is to take the room height (in feet) and multiple it by 2.5 to 3 to get a good range (in inches) for the vertical proportions of the light.So if your room has an 8-foot ceiling, this would mean your chandelier should be roughly 20 to 24 inches top to bottom. (8 feet x 2.5 = 20 feet; 8 feet x 3 = 24 feet. Convert to inches to get 20 to 24 inches.) For a 10-foot ceiling, 25 to 30 inches will be a better proportional fit. (10 feet x 2.5 = 25 feet; 10 feet x 3 = 30 feet. Convert to inches to get a range of 25 to 30 inches). And the taller the room, the more you can err on the high side of that formula.also gives a furniture placement
Rather than adding an actual cabinet, you can convert a closet into a pantry by adding a variety of shelves or drawers to allow for storage of smaller items. Baskets are useful for storing some items, but for frequently accessed goods and tools, investing in a few proper drawers will give better functionality.Find kitchen drawer organizersutilizing storage containers.
3. Simplify your kitchen. It’s easy to accumulate a glut of kitchen gadgets and specialty cookware over time. And while some specialty kitchen items certainly earn their keep, if it’s been gathering dust at the back of your cupboard for more than a year, chances are good you don’t really need it. Start fresh by pulling everything out of the cupboards and drawers and putting back only the stuff you really use.Jump-Start Your Kitchen With These Minimalist EssentialsI would like this in a tiny house
Empty your closets and drawers. Get absolutely everything out of your closets and off your coat rack and place it all on the bed. This will let you see the true extent of what you have. (It’s often an eye-opener and will shame you into action.) It also means you can review everything in good light, try things on and make good judgments. Splitting a rod and installing a mirror in between would work well and double shoe rack on both sides.
Lovely now to find a small house that would accommodate this sheik living.
I can see myself withe this cozy look
I love shabby sheik
Enclosed entry room great for company room
Excellent dining area
Excellent for senior cottage style living
Compact necessities
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