We’re calling it—this is the summer that we all finally learn to tackle our weeds. Fighting those pesky and often invasive plants can sometimes feel like an uphill battle—but if you’re armed with the right knowledge, it can be a…
An old bookshop in Berlin is now home to the studio of architecture and interior design practice Gisbert Pöppler, which incorporates the building’s grand arched doorways and other original features. The office is situated on Karl Marx Allee, a major…
If you’re after organic methods of pests control, using diatomaceous earth should be at the top of your list. Among its many benefits, diatomaceous earth (DE) can control pests as varied as earwigs, caterpillars, ants, and aphids, and keep slugs…
Common Name Hoya krimson queen, hoya tricolor Botanical Name Hoya carnosa ‘Krimson Queen’, Hoya carnosa ‘Tricolor’ Family Apocynaceae Plant Type Succulent, perennial, vine Mature Size 3-6 ft. (indoors) Sun Exposure Partial Soil Type Well-drained, Loam or sand Soil pH Acidic…
The peony blooming season is a short but sweet one. When the last few petals have fallen, it’s time to deadhead your peonies. Removing the faded blooms is for more than just looks—it’s also important for the plant’s health. This…
Local studio PGM Arquitectura has completed a series of garden suites on top of the podium of the St Regis hotel skyscraper in Mexico City, originally designed by Argentine-American architect César Pelli. Hotel chain St Regis brought on PGM Arquitectura…
We all love the idea of a soothing, pared-back lifestyle. But, turning your living space into the stuff of minimalist dreams takes a lot of work. Before you start refreshing decor or rearranging your rooms, you’ll need to create a…
You’re just a few steps away from creating the comfy outdoor space of your dreams—and the best part is that you don’t have to spend a dime to bring it to life. With summer quickly approaching, take some time to…
For our latest lookbook, we’ve collected eight living rooms that incorporate retro 1970s-style fittings and decorative accessories to create decadent textured interiors with rich, vivid colours. The nostalgic interiors, which range from a townhouse in Cork to an apartment in…
Common Name Bacopa Botanical Name Sutera cordata Family Scrophulariaceae Plant Type Trailing herbaceous perennial Mature Size 4 to 6 inches tall, 1 to 2 feet wide Sun Exposure Full to part sun Soil Type Moist, well-drained, average Soil pH 5.6…
