Text by Holly Seng
’Tis the season for porches piled with pumpkins in a spectrum of shapes and sizes joined by baskets budding with beautiful blooms. It’s no secret that we love a front porch—especially during the fall months. When it comes…
Fall is officially here—according to both the calendar and the influx of “sweater weather” clips on social media. And even though the temperature doesn’t feel autumn-like yet where I live in the Bay Area, I’m ready to start planning for the upcoming…
| Published on Sep 20, 2024
Curb appeal refers to the general attractiveness of a house and property viewed from the street. Upgrading your curb appeal adds value to the property when selling, makes it more inviting, and increases pride of ownership.…
Add some cottage vibes to your garden this summer by planting delphinium. A tall and elegant flower, they have the perfect combination of wildflower charm and ornamental vibrancy. Learn all about how to plant and take care of delphiniums with this guide.…
| Published on Sep 20, 2024
Your backyard offers endless possibilities for making it a space that helps to expand your living area. By reimagining this underutilized space, you can create a retreat for personal relaxation, entertaining family and friends, and devoting time…
Yes! You can still plant fall vegetables to harvest and eat this year! There is still time in the late summer and early fall to plant fast-growing edible plants in your vegetable garden and have them on your plate in just 15-30…
This rose face cream recipe is made specifically to penetrate deeply and hydrate the delicate and sensitive skin on your face. It’s made with all-natural ingredients at a fraction of the price of designer night creams. It’s a rich cream, but it…
I’ve been on the hunt for artful vases all summer—and I think I may have just found the perfect ones. When I spotted the work of artist Danya Ahmed, of Gray Gardens Plant Studio, I was immediately captivated and needed to learn…
Hanging a lavender wreath around the garden could be just the aromatherapy needed to help decompress after a long day, or perhaps it will just make you smile. Regardless, this lavender wreath is a quick weekend project that will leave you calm…
| Published on Jul 29, 2024
Studio apartments are one-of-a-kind spaces in which all of the living space is contained in a single room. Because these spaces are unique, it stands to reason that, when designing a studio apartment, you may need to…