Who doesn’t love a pretty porch display? Decorating for the season is the warmest way to welcome guests and passersby. But when pumpkin season has passed, mistletoe has come and gone, and it’s too early for summer blooms - what do you do? Many are at a loss for how to dress up their porch...
A lot of thought goes into selecting the perfect outdoor furniture. Style likely catches your eye first; after that, you must choose a type that can withstand the weather in your region. We’re taking the guesswork out of the shopping process. Aluminum Rainy & Coastal • Sunny & Dry • Mild & Moderate Aluminum outdoor...
The annual unofficial Battle of the Holiday Yard Decorations is upon us, and there are plenty of ways to turn heads without spending hundreds of hours stringing an elaborate, tangled matrix of light strands. We offer many high-quality holiday decorations that not only provide an enticing holiday eyeful, but may also develop a makeshift line...
A new year calls for new beginnings – a time for a fresh start. We make resolutions to renew our sense of self, but we often overlook the opportunity to renew our homes. As the holiday season comes to an end, it's the best time to shake off the holiday dust, reevaluate our spaces and...
The long-awaited reveal is here. Twelve acclaimed designers created House Beautiful’s Whole Home in Atlanta, Georgia, with each tackling the design of a different area of the home. We partnered with designer Ashley Gilbreath to transform the outdoor kitchen and patio into a resort-worthy escape. We have followed Gilbreath’s journey of mapping out the space...
Southern-based interior designer Ashley Gilbreath is an expert on the comforts of home. Throughout her fifteen years in the industry, she has been featured in the likes of Southern Living, LUXE and Country Living magazines. Her designs are thoughtfully created to lend fresh perspective to spaces in which families can gather and make memories. Recently...
When luxury travel and lifestyle influencer Megan Elliott of Lush to Blush first moved into her new home, she was eager to make it her own. "I got lots of beautiful furniture and accent pieces, but besides a few housewarming gifts, I didn’t have many plants," Megan writes in her blog. “I decided to get...
You don’t need the help of Santa’s elves to pull off holiday decorating and entertaining with ease. From garlands to serving platters, we’ve rounded up some of our all-time favorite essentials that make tackling the season a breeze. 1. Cut the Cord When it comes to greenery, not only do cords end up a tangled...
Outfitting a small outdoor space doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. A small space doesn’t require fewer pieces, less color or toned-down personality. With thoughtful consideration, you can still style your patio or balcony with smaller-scaled pieces (in some cases, the same exact pieces!) and accessories you’d use in a larger space. Read on for...
Renowned interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard is well known for his eclectic style and relentless eye for detail. From Palm Springs to Paris, he has created luxurious and memorable homes, hotels and restaurants. Chances are you’ve seen his work on the pages of Elle Decor and Veranda or spotted him on Architectural Digest’s prestigious AD100 list...
Every year about this time, we look forward to the first post-frost weekend to set our sights on livening up our outdoor spaces. This year, we decided it was time to take our plant styling up a notch, so we turned to our favorite local plant resource, Fern Shop. Owner Megan Strasser is a former...
Your Guide to Creating a Picture-perfect Outdoor Holiday Display A home lighting the night with holiday cheer. It's a quintessential scene that welcomes guests like nothing else. Whether you’re decorating a sprawling Georgian estate or a historic New York brownstone, premium technology and construction provide countless options for setting your home and heart aglow. From...
Recreating the World's Most Iconic Landscapes The effortless elegance of French gardens is one that is both well known and often idealized. It brings to mind the impressive grandeur of the Gardens at Versailles, or memories of lying in a secluded spot along the Seine. You can transform your outdoor living space into your own...
Look for outdoor decor that lends extra charm to your outdoor room. How to Incorporate Luxury Outdoor Decor You don't cut corners when it comes to decorating your home, so choose the best outdoor decor for your deck, porch, or patio as well. A sizeable weather-resistant rug will define and anchor a seating area. Plus,...
