Outdoor Plants & Spaces

This Creative Couple Handcrafted Their LA Cottage from Floor to Ceiling
Creative couple Eileen O'Dea and Ryan Silverman's postwar cottage in Los Angeles' Mar Vista neighborhood may just be one of the most personalized, custom, one-of-a-kind homes I've ever seen.
Adrienne Breaux
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They Customized IKEA HAVSTAs to Create the Ideal Dining Room for HostingHome Projects
“We really wanted a dining room that we could host family and make memories in,” Trina Irwin says about her 1959 home. But Trina and her husband felt they couldn’t do that in the current setup they had.The room wasn’t cohesive, and while it did have a built-in corner bookcase, it made the space feel more dated than it was. Plus, the current paint color didn’t match Trina and her husband’s design style.
LJ Smelker
Say Goodbye to Dedicated Guest Rooms — People Are Transforming Their Spare Spaces into Something ElseReal Estate
When I think about a guest room, my memory drifts back in time to when I’d spend the weekend at my grandparents’ house or with a close friend’s family in their small extra bedroom. Come to think of it, I don’t think I’ve come across a classic guest room, with its charmingly sparse furnishings and soft-yet-slightly-stale sheets, in quite some time.
Cassidy Dawn Graves
This New IKEA Find Looks Like a Mid-Century Antique — But Costs LessDecorating
This new vintage-inspired IKEA gem is such a steal.
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This Smokeless Fire Pit Brought Cozy Camp Vibes to My Outdoor Space (I Use It Every Night!)Plants & Yard
It's made my fall so much cozier.
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A Dark and Dreary Balcony Transformed Into a Second Living RoomHome Projects
When you live with four other people in a three-bedroom apartment, you might need to occasionally — or frequently — escape the close quarters. This group of roommates decided to make the most of their small balcony and transform it into another living space. These were the outdoor area’s strengths and weaknesses: “My apartment has a relatively small patio (8′ x 14′) right off the living room.
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She Gave Her Patio a Renter-Friendly Redo — Even Her Landlord Loved ItHome Projects
An outdoor area isn’t just aesthetically pleasing; it offers real, tangible benefits, too. Whether you live in a small apartment, work from home, or live somewhere with year-round sunshine, getting some fresh air and vitamin D might be high on the priority list. At least it was for Austin-based DIY and home decor influencer Lauren Gutierrez.
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Trader Joe’s $5 Skull Succulents Are This Year’s Cutest Halloween DecorPlants & Yard
Honestly, these may last you well into next spring.
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This “Unusable” Backyard Makeover Was “Like Gaining a New Room”Home Projects
Sometimes, outdoor space ends up being wasted space for much longer than planned. After years of a mostly unusable backyard, Jen Rothbury of @cracktheshutters wanted to create an outdoor space that her family could enjoy year-round.For her, that meant getting rid of an old trampoline and getting a hot tub instead. “The hot tub means that we can make the most of our garden even when it’s cold,” Jen says.
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Forget Wreaths — This Vintage-Inspired Trend Is Perfect for Front DoorsDecorating
You can re-create the look for just $9.
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Costco Is Selling a Smokeless Fire Pit That Doubles as a Heater for a StealPlants & Yard
I grew up in southern California, where beach bonfires were a regular occurrence — and anytime I find myself around a small outdoor fire pit in my friend’s Brooklyn backyard, that magic glow of warmth and nostalgia comes right back to me. I’d like to have a fire pit of my own one day, especially with how cold last winter was, and this customizable smokeless fire pit by SharkNinja looks like a great choice — and you can get it for $100 cheaper at Costco right now.
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It’s a bit controversial.
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I Spent a Year Re-Creating ChatGPT’s Design for My YardDecorating
My home had zero curb appeal — so I let ChatGPT act as my personal landscape designer.
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This $22 Mosquito-Repelling Device Is My Outdoor SuperheroPlants & Yard
It’s odor-free, too!
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Scandinavian Modern Flip top Teak Vanity Table
This mid-century modern vanity features vintage teak finish in a simple Scandinavian design. This striking piece features flip-open mirrored top with sliding shelf storage in a compact package allowing a versatile workspace for use as a makeup table or writing desk with concealed storage. Dimensions: 34w 18.25d 29h Condition: age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, some scuffs/scratches/chips/edge wear, some interior marks, fading/finish issues- see photos and contact seller for details. Shipping: FREE LOCAL PICKUP FROM 07728 NJ- SHIPPING cost is a a PLACEHOLDER and varies based on location- blanketwrap shipping quotes can be provided- please send zip code BEFORE purchase for more information- items purchased without prior discussion of shipping cost will be cancelled for a full refund within 24 hrs as per seller/buyer agreement.
Mar 30, 2020
Teak Drop-Down Cabinet
Teak Mid Century Modern Drop-Down Cabinet, with built-in shelving. This cabinet also features two low drawers with sleek noir pulls. The wood grain on this piece is particularly stunning. In excellent vintage condition. The dimensions are 45.25"W x 22.5"D x 67"H. No Returns. **Available for Local Pick-Up and Delivery Only - Please email for delivery quote! - Furniture/Large Items charged separately for delivery**
Mar 27, 2020
Noir Leather Cantilever Director Chairs
Awesome pair of chrome & leather cantilever chairs. Sold as pair. No Returns. **Available for Local Pick-Up and Delivery Only - Please email for delivery quote! - Furniture/Large Items charged separately for delivery**
Mar 26, 2020