Where warmer temperatures and drier conditions make seasonal displays of cut evergreens a non-starter, create a winter windowbox that’s planted with lots of greenery in shades from emerald to lime and add a few seasonal touches. Here a bed of ivy (looks great year round) is tricked-out with white cyclamen, potted-up yellow peppers, and a few winter pansies. Can’t find peppers? Swap in fresh citrus such as kumquats. We think this one’s made for twinkle lights!

Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Home design - transitional home design idea in San Francisco

Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Charlotte with blue walls

For these homeowners, we brought our interior decorating expertise to create a more substantial front entry by using appropriately scaled furnishings and eye catching accessories. We added function to the space with a large mirror because a quick check before answering the front door can be priceless. Adding plants brought a little earthiness and warmth to the space. And the lighting helped to create ambiance. A little tip - use battery powered candles with a remote in the sconces. The flicker of a candle brings a unique warmth to what can be one of the darkest spaces in your home at night. Interior Design by LTB Designs Photo by LTB Designs www.LTBDesigns.net

Putting a new spin on classic styling, the clean lines and tapered candelabra arms of Globe Electric's 5-Light Chandelier with a brushed brass finish is a wonderful way to bring elegance to any space. Add vintage style flame tip light bulbs and this chandelier will shine. Connected to its canopy with a matching brushed brass finish rod, the 5-Light Chandelier can be adjusted to an ideal length for any space. Perfect for a dining room, hallway or entranceway this piece makes a beautiful statement. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires five 60W equivalent candelabra light bulbs (sold separately).

Putting a new spin on classic styling, the clean lines and tapered candelabra arms of Globe Electric's 5-Light Chandelier with a brushed brass finish is a wonderful way to bring elegance to any space. Add vintage style flame tip light bulbs and this chandelier will shine. Connected to its canopy with a matching brushed brass finish rod, the 5-Light Chandelier can be adjusted to an ideal length for any space. Perfect for a dining room, hallway or entranceway this piece makes a beautiful statement. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires five 60W equivalent candelabra light bulbs (sold separately).

Caroline Allison
Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in Nashville

A microwave drawer next to the Subzero refrigerator means quick and easy reheating. Plugmold keeps unsightly receptacles out of view while meeting code requirements. © Lassiter Photography.

Potting mixes for container gardens need to drain freely, but still retain moisture. My base potting soil mix contains (clockwise from upper left) coarse builder's sand, high-quality organic compost or worm castings, coconut coir, and small lava rock. I supplement this with additional compost, fresh worm castings, and organic soil amendments, with the amounts varying depending on what I'm planting. Photo by Steve Masley

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Kitchen - 1950s kitchen idea in San Francisco

Check out this absolutely stunning Azul Macaubas quartzite! This client used the material on the island countertop and back splash. This material can be backlit meaning we install LED Panels behind the backsplash our countertops to make it light up! Our clients decided to back light the backsplash and WOW! The beautiful perimeters are done in a white quartz. Take notice in the island countertop as well, the client used a mitered edge giving the top depth and very modern detail. Of course, the pattern follows through with the edge as WE VEIN MATCH EVERYTHING! Love this look what do you think of this home?? Below is a quick tip for what to consider when choosing a countertop fabricator! Remember when shopping for countertops to not settle for less than perfect craftsmanship. A few tips: They should always vein match any material that has a pattern or veining. This should be followed through with any seams, mitered detail work, backsplash, and waterfall edges. You also want to make sure the seam lines are not super noticeable. Make sure your fabricator has the right tooling, equipment, craftsmen, and machinery to do the job right. Here at Pyramid we always make sure all of our tops are vein matched to the Pyramid standard! We buy very large material and try to not seam countertops if we don't have to. If we do have to seam a countertop we well-known for our impeccable seams. (Our owner created the leading seaming machine in the stone industry). Okay, enough about us... just be sure when you are choosing your countertop fabricator you ask these helpful questions. And of course, be sure to get a quote from Pyramid, The Countertop Professionals.

Classic silhouette with a modern touch, the Casa accent chair is tasteful, elegant and well-designed. Schooled in classic elegance, the Casa exudes opulence and comfort. With the backrest gracefully transitioning into a convenient armrest & distinguished by its prominent piping, sleek tapered legs, and plush velvet, the chair sculpts a beautiful modern picture. Sleek scandi-inspired gold polished metal legs create a striking contrast against the pop colour of the seat. Tailored by hand from cotton velvet, this chair exhibits expert craftsmanship. Timelessly chic, the squared seat boasts of exceptional comfort. Perfect for a quick upgrade. Tip: Add a dose of colour to any room, meanwhile craftily creating a distraction from everything bland. With personified versatility and irresistible looks, even the basic vanity chair would take leave. Why wait? Give guests serious home goals, now!

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Portland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Photo: Michaela Dodd © 2016 Houzz
Eclectic kitchen photo in Austin

Stakes used for tomatoes and other heavy crops are attractively stored in a beautiful blue urn, which complements the Soleri tiles embedded in the potting bench. Bamboo hoops are holding back the sugar snap peas.

Putting a new spin on classic styling, the clean lines and tapered candelabra arms of Globe Electric's 5-Light Chandelier with a brushed brass finish is a wonderful way to bring elegance to any space. Add vintage style flame tip light bulbs and this chandelier will shine. Connected to its canopy with a matching brushed brass finish rod, the 5-Light Chandelier can be adjusted to an ideal length for any space. Perfect for a dining room, hallway or entranceway this piece makes a beautiful statement. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires five 60W equivalent candelabra light bulbs (sold separately).

Putting a new spin on classic styling, the clean lines and tapered candelabra arms of Globe Electric's 5-Light Chandelier with a brushed brass finish is a wonderful way to bring elegance to any space. Add vintage style flame tip light bulbs and this chandelier will shine. Connected to its canopy with a matching brushed brass finish rod, the 5-Light Chandelier can be adjusted to an ideal length for any space. Perfect for a dining room, hallway or entranceway this piece makes a beautiful statement. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and requires five 60W equivalent candelabra light bulbs (sold separately).

Stylist Leslie Shewring / Homeowner Sarah Sherman Samuel / Photographer Laure Joliet
Home design - 1960s home design idea in Boston