You have a lot of different things going on. Because the spot it directly in front of the house (as viewed from the street) I'd be inclined to simplify the area and calm it down. And keep it low. So low, sun tolerant groundcover would be my choice. Within that category, there's be options on height and character, dependent, of course, on what the conditions are offering. It could be 1' high, 3' high or in between, depending on what you choose. But groundcover will automatically limit the height whereas shrub masses usually keep getting forever taller.

Thanks, all. Paul... regarding pitch, usually you'd take an adjustable recessed light on a pitched ceiling and point it straight down. In this case, the light has to be tilted even further to then target the wall, if that makes sense. I like the idea of the mud-in channel light, and might use that elsewhere. In this particular location, the left half of the wall is 7'-9" high and the right side is 11' high, so I couldn't have a continuous chanel in the ceiling. Thanks for the thoughts. Kendrah... I like the idea, and your space. I'm coming to the conclusion quite quickly that the wall mounting approach may be my only alternative to a ceiling mounted along the centerline, back near the chimney. Do you know who makes the long-strip wall mounted lights that are installed in your home? Jan, this will be a combination of some photos in frames, and others without, perhaps even magneted to the walls. Unfortunately, without additional lighting, this will be an area that has not much ambient lighting from area lighting. What do you mean by side channels?

Thank you for your list Ben! I have had such fun perusing HMF today researching your pics. Are any of these exceptionally healthy for you? I got Sweet Delight last year on your recommendation and her fragrance is fantasic. Such a healthy NIRP rose! Eisvogel is gorgeous! Where did you find her? And thanks Sheila! I'm hoping to change the bundles up some next year after I get some experience with the new babies coming in the spring. I really am in need of more fragrant yellows, oranges, and mauves.

Hi Peggy! thank you for sharing photos! Lovely home with beautiful features. I feel this is an irresistible challenge. I will try to keep it simple! Posters who know me are sending vibes right about now lol! warning you to get a crash helmet! Maybe one for the doggie too! Hopefully a few basic structure notes and recommendations can give you a foundation to build, create, and explore. Or save for a rainy day! and today? Sorry for typos! on phone! and… Print Me ❤️ Make a Basic Inspiration Symbol Add architectural, large structural elements, and color palette to create a basic working symbol. Most noticeable to me are: Architectural elements such as half vault ceiling, crown molding, wooden plank wall, gallery floor plan (emphasis on flow, not focal points) elegant window length, multi-tone wood flooring, natural light, spot and hanging lights. Classic styles! Structural elements are in Primary shapes Motif! This includes furniture shapes such as rectangle, circle, and triangle (ceiling). Have much more faith in yourself! the furniture shapes you put together are CORRECT! Color Palette here is a wow, Again, spot on! Your color temperature is a warm yellow base in turquoise (oh dear lol!, in love with this!!!) kitchen, warm toned floors and walls. Combine all and i arrive at a speckled near- robin’s egg symbol, but perhaps a water drop shape as well! Natural and classic. Emoji shortcuts: 🪺💧 🍐🍓 💎 Recommended Actions for Furniture -Keep dining set! Traditional American style and matches barstools in shape. Add leaf to elongate to oval. Matches well with leather couch cushion shape. -MUST slipcover recliner/fabric couch in same canvas, Yep, ok to cut hole in canvas for recliner arm adjust! Paint it in color of slipcovers If you like. -Slipcovers in loose and floppy fit, Canvas can be cream, navy or denim-navy. Tables, purchase or create: -2 small square end tables -1 square coffee table Shelving, purchase or create: -Narrow plank shelving bookcase style under television, brings out element! -2 Floating shelves (can be plank style if you want to match the plank wall) at least 4 feet long and 4 inches deep, center behind leather couch and on dining room wall. -3 tall lamps (try for 2 matching) -2 matching table lamps with torch in teardrop or upside-down teardrop (inverted torch) shape. -1 or 2 kitchen counter lighting lamps, spotlights for the underside of cabinets -All lampshades in modified cone triangle. Placement: -Place slipcovered furniture entirely on rug (six inches in) and let the rug edge move flush with the window frame. This means rug will not center the room , but move toward dining area. -Place recliner at 90 degree and square coffee table either in diamond-to-wall position, or face forward in front of both. In short, corner it! -Coffee table not centered in front of couch! -In leather couch area, place end tables on either side, diamond-to-wall or flush. -Create denim rug long enough to cover floor underneath all three pieces. Try for six inches underfoot and out from end of tables. -Matching table lamps on end tables. -One tall lamp near recliner. -Two matching tall lamps flank floating shelf in dining room To finish with structural elements soon and then… Coming soon with Palettes! Art and just the fun stuff! Hopefully not too many more intallments! Will check in next few days and please keep in mind these are basic foundation ideas that can stay, or hold you over this year, in case you are doing a really big makeover! Also lol! I have that ceiling fan! ❤️