What next in my space? Any suggestions?
decofran
5 months ago
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We just completed a kitchen/livingroom reno. A large wall was taken down between the kitchen and livingroom. A new fireplace and recessed lights were added and also an island was created… I need help deciding on a light fixture and if I should keep my dining table or any ither suggestions would be greatly appeciated.
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decofran
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Suggestions for underplanting next to my Limelight
Comments (11)George, thanks again for your suggestions. I really love Smoke bushes, but they do get BIG! I am looking for something that does not really require so much pruning and pampering... :-) I also love Rheingold arbovitae too, but I was told that dear Bambi loves it too! Moreover, this area faces some strong northwesterly wind during winter and I don't think that they could take it. I am still thinking about the Magic Carpet spirea idea... it may just be the one! Prairiegirl and hydrangeasnohio, thank you! I thought about annuals too, but then I would like something taller and more substantial. Sedums are nice but rather late blooming. You see, I would like some colors there before the Limelight starts to bloom. So something that is spring blooming, or early summer blooming would be nice. Otherwise, the foliage has to be colorful and different than that of the Limelight in order to create the contrast. Thanks again everyone! P.S. Now where is a good sale for some Magic Carpet spireas??? LOL...See MoreAny suggestions on what to do with the front of my home
Comments (7)Add a simple fence parallel to the house in front of the trash bins and a/c area. You have a natural area to add an L shaped fence and tie into your chain link. I wouldn't add a chain link fence to hide it unless you landscape the area well. Remember to leave enough room around the a/c so the techs can service it and landscaping doesn't interfere with it....See Moresister-in-law moving to this home next month any suggestions how to st
Comments (8)The ultra-modern gray kitchen doesn't really fit with this house, and the gray walls also detract from the great brick and nice floors. I would paint the gray walls with a more neutral warm white. The area in front of the fireplace is perfect for a dining table. The drapes should be removed. If she wants drapes in that area, the rod should extend to underneath that overhang, with fuller drapes on each end. She needs to get her own furniture in the home to know what else needs to be done....See MoreAny suggestions on how to hang a sail shade in this space?
Comments (14)@Yardvaark That is surely a concern to think about. Thanks for the tip. I do like the idea of the roll out shades but we are looking for something low cost. So may land up with a good old patio umbrella if nothing else....See More
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4 months agoIt looks like you could use some rugs, artwork, and plants, along with some window treatments or solar shades. Here are some designs that might just help you more with your dilemma.
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3 months agoMaybe try adding some more artwork, rugs, stools, along with some window treatments. These things might really help ground the space and make it look more lived in. Here are some designs of ours to help you with your selections:
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