Inspiration for a coastal beige tile walk-in shower remodel in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, blue walls and an undermount sink

Sleek, modern master bath ensuite with transom windows and expansive views of the surrounding desert.
Example of a large trendy multicolored tile marble floor and beige floor drop-in bathtub design in Phoenix with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops and beige walls

Birds eye view of Chicago rooftop deck. Lounge seating over a modular ceramic tile deck with faux wood print. Green roof material with pathway to focal planter box. Wall lighting on cedar stained boards. Fireplace on left side. Very contemporary feel to deck layout. Bradley Foto

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom remodel in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls

Every home improvement project can feel like going into battle, but the sweet taste of victory is enough to make it worthwhile. If you ever feel intimidated by homes and gardens in magazines, don’t fret – you can turn your home into a beautiful beacon with easy curb appeal updates! Kevin and Annette Klingel are some of our favorite weekend warriors, and their latest project proves that anything is possible when it comes to dressing up your front garden. The Klingels recently gave their home and front garden a major renovation and entered their photos in the Window Box Contest. When we saw the gorgeous before and after pictures, we knew we had to get the inside scoop on their process and uncover their best curb appeal ideas. Curb Appeal – Before and After Before the renovation, the Klingels had a charming South Bend, Indiana rambler that was tidy and traditional, if a little unassuming. Deciding it was time for a much-needed update, the Klingels replaced their old green roof with a black barrel roof to match the style of their home. They also made a needed replacement and changed out the sidewalk and front stoop to a new version in classic black. After those dramatic changes, the Klingels just couldn’t stop! Loving the contrast between the new black roof and stoop and their cream house, they painted their shutters black. And here’s where we come in – Annette wanted to incorporate her love of flowers into the new home design and found the perfect planters and window boxes to match the shutters. They purchased ten black window boxes in a classic and chic design to put around their outside windows. The Klingels also used tall black planters around the entrance to the house. The window boxes and planters each received the same plant treatment – red, yellow, and orange impatiens with flowing ferns for a bright punch of color. Paired with hanging baskets and a few other accents, the Klingels house is now a masterpiece. From Drab to Fab The Klingels love their warm and inviting new front entrance, and the neighbors do too. Instead of getting overlooked, their house now stands out and is the star of their busy street, where it is seen by lots of people everyday. They have received tons of compliments about their new look – a crisp and clean front garden that stays true to the style of the home and neighborhood. The Klingels’ curb appeal update wasn’t without its challenges, but the end product is amazing, and as Annette says, definitely worth the time. The Klingels recommend starting with the necessary replacements and finding beautiful matching pieces to add curb appeal. With a little patience, elbow grease, and the help of a great garden supply store like Hooks & Lattice, you too can have the home of your dreams. Photos: Kevin & Annette Klingel

Bring Light In, Keep Rain Out, the Ultimate in UV protection. This cover is 24' x 16' and added 384 square feet of year round usable outdoor living space to this home. Doug Woodside

Natural Cleft Bluestone random pattern patio & walkway, LED mood lighting, landscape design & construction, masonry fire pit, seating wall and planter using cultured stone veneer, new composite deck installed wit water proofed understory, Bluestone steps, drainage installation, outdoor TV, cultured stone veneer on foundation walls of house

Tall Redwood Planter Box in Patio
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic backyard concrete patio container garden remodel in San Diego

This guest bathroom was remodeled using classic subway tiles and carrara marble basketweave floor tile. Kohler fixtures and Pottery Barn cabinets
Inspiration for a timeless white tile and subway tile bathroom remodel in Milwaukee with a pedestal sink and gray walls

Troy Thies
Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in Minneapolis with white cabinets and blue walls

Designed by Watershapes Consulting and built by Paradise Pools & Gardens, this stunning contemporary vanishing edge pool utilizes our HydraLux "in-floor" system to achieve maximum energy savings while keeping the pool both warm and clean while preserving and enhancing the architectural flow of the project. The slats are Solar in polycarbonate.

Tall Redwood Planter Box in Patio
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic backyard concrete patio container garden remodel in San Diego

Succulents are quickly becoming a staple in contemporary floral arrangements. And with a lighting component, Succulent Garden adds a new feature to this trending design. Featuring numerous real touch succulent picks along with a color changing remote controlled LED light, this is a perfect accessory to transition from indoor to outdoor living. Photography - Naked Tree Media

Tall Redwood Planter Box in Patio
Patio container garden - mid-sized rustic backyard concrete patio container garden idea in San Diego

Tall Redwood Planter Box in Patio
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic backyard concrete patio container garden remodel in San Diego

Julie Soefer
Inspiration for a small timeless single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar remodel in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Tall Redwood Planter Box in Patio
Patio container garden - mid-sized rustic backyard concrete patio container garden idea in San Diego

'Jade' green beans growing in a window box. With the right organic soil mix and plenty of water, green beans can thrive in window boxes or other containers. Photo by Steve Masley