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Nothing is more welcome in early spring than the sight of garden centers preparing to open their doors. After months of winter’s chill, we eagerly anticipate the first green shoots of the season. And just like clockwork, as the frost retreats and the birds return, so too do our favorite garden centers—ready to help you bring your garden dreams to life. Whether you're after vibrant blooms, hardy shrubs, or expert gardening advice, these standout garden centers are ready to welcome you!

(c) Adams Fairacre Farms 

Adams Fairacre Farms (Kingston)

Address:1560 Ulster Avenue, Lake Katrine, NY 12449  (with other locations in Middletown and Newburgh)
Phone: 845-336-6300  
Website: https://adamsfarms.com

Adams is a cult favorite amongst gardeners in the…

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There’s something spellbinding about the thought of finding a perfect parcel of land and forging your own retreat, bult to your personal specifications. Imagine walking through the door of your brand-new home. You’ve envisioned every detail, and now it’s a reality. Building a new home offers unparalleled opportunities to create a space that sings to you. If you are thinking of building, and have questions about the process, read on!

 
The Phases of New Home Construction

1. Initial Planning and Budgeting

The first step in new home construction is working out your basic requirements and your pie-in-the-sky wish list. This includes deciding on the home’s size, amenities (indoor pool? tennis courts?) the broad strokes of the layout, and…

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Pondering the possibilities of a bathroom renovation? We turn to Architectural Digest for inspiration and have shared a few interesting concepts below. There are two types of bathrooms: full baths and half bathrooms.

A full bath typically has four components: a toilet, s sink, a shower, and tub, or a tub-shower combo. While, half baths, sometimes called powder rooms or guest baths, have two of the four main components–a toilet and sink and are typically found on the main level of a home. Whether you’re looking to remodel a powder room or undertake a full bath redesign, here are some exciting designs to inspire your creative journey.


Below are two half-bath designs. We start with this striking powder room, designed within a mid-century home. We…

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When setting up your living room, it should be an environment that is your soothing comfort zone. This could mean a place to enjoy a sunlit room for the first coffee of the day and some quality "me-time." It could be a place to quietly meditate while basking in the serenity of water or mountain views. Late afternoon into the evening, it's the cozy gathering spot with family and friends to watch a movie or play games. Below are inspiring designs for cozy living found in one of our favorite design publications:  DWELL. Which is your favorite? 

We LOVE this cozy living room with its copper-wrapped fireplace! A custom walnut-and-steel coffee table from Jobe Fabrications anchors the living room. Fenton and Fenton armchairs are paired with a Texas Leather…

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Imagine looking forward to laundry day! That may very well be the case when you have an efficient, beautifully designed laundry room in your home. Check out our round-up of imaginative laundry rooms. Each has a special feature that showcases ideas for small rooms, corner nooks, combining a laundry area into another functional room (like a kitchen or office), and elegant ideas for large spaces. 

  • Storage:  Be sure to think about ample storage space for detergents and other products as well as incorporating space for hampers and folding your laundry.
  • A Place for Fido: And, since you have water already hooked up, this room can serve as a place to shower and groom your favorite pet!
  • Design Cues: Some of our favorite cues are sliding barn doors,…

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Hallways are always a fun, yet sometimes challenging, interior design project. A beautiful hallway doesn't need much, but good lighting, a lovely runner,  and artwork will make a world of a difference. And flowers are always a plus! Take a look at the hallway photo round-up below for design inspiration.

Designing with white is always a beautiful, yet simple solution – like this minimalist, elegant entrance by @mrsjameshome_

The photo above by @upcyclist features a hall mirror that reflects the window opposite bringing ample light into the space. And the hallway below, also done by @upcyclist, is brought to life by simply adding a vibrantly patterned runner. This red rug is the perfect accessory for freshening up an otherwise…

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