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Make your home a true haven with these soothing shades.

10 Calming Colors to Paint Your Walls, According to Interior Designers

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Choose the perfect rug color to complement a gray couch with recommendations from designers

What rug color goes best with a gray couch? Interior designer's favorite fail-safe combinations

When it comes to making a strong first impression with your home, consider the front door the exterior heavyweight. It’s one of the first things guests encounter and a view you and your neighbors will see daily. Plus, from the style to the hardware, the front door sets the tone for what’s to come inside. That’s why choosing the right paint color—one that suits your home’s architecture and the surroundings, as well as your own personal decorating taste—is all important. Here are eight of the best front door paint colors, according to Southern designers—no surprise that neutrals, blues, and greens top the list.

The Best Front Door Paint Colors, According To Designers

Real Homes

We are often asked which kitchen color is timeless, so we've had a delve and have come up with our favorites. See which colors to pick for a classic look

Which kitchen color is timeless? Our experts give us their take

Something that never goes out of style is thinking about updates and renovations to your home. Among the most popular rooms for home renovation is the kitchen, and a key element in any kitchen design is the cabinets. When it comes to cabinet materials, wood has always been a classic...

Top Trends in Wood Cabinet Colors for a Modern and Stylish Home

Orlando, FL

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Orlando’s beloved New York Bagel And Deli, a hotspot for anyone craving a taste of the Big Apple, has hit a snag. Known for its extensive menu that includes New York-style bagels, pizza, heroes, wraps, and more, the eatery recently faced a temporary shutdown following a state inspection.

Dead and live roaches, food and coffee lids stored on the floor- Beloved Florida eatery closed

Designing a home is a fun way to express your style and let your creativity flow. However, it also comes with many challenges, and sometimes, the ideas you have in your head fall flat once they make it to the room. While good design often comes down to personal preference,...

10 Things People with Well-Designed Homes Never Do

Interior designers agree that the powder room is a space where you can have a little fun — here are 39 expert-approved ideas to transform your half bath.

39 powder room ideas to transform your half bath, according to design experts

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Hardware is the finishing touch to any kitchen design – and these mishaps could be making your entire design feel awkward

5 kitchen hardware mistakes interior designers say homeowners always make, and how to fix them

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Choosing the right colors to complement green can transform your living space into a haven of harmony and style. Whether you’re redecorating a single room or revamping your entire home, understanding how to pair green with other colors will help you achieve the desired aesthetic. In this guide, we’ll explore a variety of color combinations and schemes that go well with green, making your design process smoother and more enjoyable.

6 Colors That Go Good with Green in Home Decor

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Sculptural and whimsical, if you want to add some flair to your outdoor space, here's where to find this trending outdoor furniture design

I Always Spot This Style of Outdoor Furniture in the Most Creative Backyards — Here's a Great Place to Buy One

Los Angeles, CA

Snowboarder Shaun White just scored some green from the sale of his Los Angeles property—$3.925 million, to be exact. The Wall Street Journal revealed that the three-time Olympic gold medalist recently offloaded his 1955-built midcentury modern home, which was listed in April. The abode is in LA’s Outpost Estates neighborhood, which is located high up in the Hollywood Hills and known as a celebrity-favorite gated community. The enclave has attracted the likes of Ben Affleck, Winona Ryder, and Scarlett Johansson.

Olympian Shaun White Sells Midcentury Modern Hollywood Hills Home for $3.9 Million

Looking for the perfect exterior paint shade? Design experts share 21 tried and tested colors for a timeless finish

What are the most timeless exterior paint colors? Experts pick out their favorite classic shades

HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams has debuted a new paint line for use on cabinet and furniture only, aiming to give new life to existing cabinetry and furniture without the high cost of renovation, the company said. Called Cabinet & Furniture paint, the acrylic urethane enamel line can be tinted to...

Sorry, walls. This new paint line is for cabinets and furniture only

Washington, DC

Without making any major structural changes, the designers of this small kitchen have made classic, yet style-forward choices that have revolutionized the space

Before and After — A Small, Old-Fashioned Kitchen Transformed by Timelessly Elegant Cabinets

Furniture trends come and go, but these pieces from Better Homes & Gardens at Walmart have major staying power. Sculptural shapes, cozy fabrics, and deep, earthy colors—just to name a few—prove that "timeless" and "trend" are not mutually exclusive. The best part? They're all super affordable. Scroll on for 12 of our favorite trends to own this Fall.

The 12 Best Furniture Trends to Know About for Fall 2024

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10 Interior Designers in North Carolina and South Carolina to Know From the AD PRO Directory

The South is known for its gracious style, and the interior designers in North Carolina and South Carolina featured in the AD PRO Directory each put...

10 Interior Designers in North Carolina and South Carolina to Know From the AD PRO Directory

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