Dry shade is usually found under large trees or other shaded areas with little moisture. These spots can be challenging to plant in. Hosta One of the most tried-and-true shade plants,hostasare low-maintenance withhundreds of varietiesto choose from. Credit: John Reed Forsman Smaller varieties can also form a pretty garden border orfill in space around the base of a tree. These perennials have tough leaves, which can be spotted or solid green....

A transitional living room combines modern and traditional elements for a sophisticated but approachable living space. Werner Straube Transitional style is a blend of modern andtraditional elements. Becausethis design styleis so forgiving, there are many ways to achieve the calm, timeless look. Credit:Werner Straube Clean-lined stone cocktail tables and sand-colored drapes speak to the impressive fireplace. Despite using mostly modern furniture, this room is anything but cold. Choose Upholstery Wisely Edmund Barr...

Showcase globes, maps, suitcases, and other accessories from your travels throughout your home. Use these travel decor ideas as inspiration, then adapt them to fit your favorite places and trips. These pictures lean abstract, using the city streets to create a leaf-like design. Credit:Ali Harper The shades of green used on each map complementdark green wall paint. Despite varying color palettes, this trio of maps feels cohesive thanks to neutral frames with white mats....

Infuse subtle drama into any space by designing around an inverted ceiling. John Bessler When designing or renovating a space, the ceiling is typically one of the last factors considered. Generally, eye-level featureslike furniture choices and wall paint colorstend to take precedence. Credit:John Bessler And tray ceilings specifically can easily elevate a space if you design them the right way. To inspire your next home project, we’re sharing our favorite tray ceiling ideas....

Use these clever TV stand ideas to stylishly incorporate all your entertainment must-haves into one space. The modern lines of the cabinet mimic the rigid lines and angles of the TV. Meanwhile, the cabinet’s natural wood complements the old-world style of some nearby velvet footstools. Credit:Tria Giovan This blending of modern andtraditional styleshelps make the television look more at home with other elements. As a bonus, this setup works with almost any size television....

Liven up your landscape with these less-familiar perennials. Baptisia The most commonly plantedBaptisiaspecies is false indigo(Baptisia australis). This beauty is a tough, reliablenative perennialthat will bloom year after year for decades in any sunny garden. Credit: Matthew Benson OtherBaptisiaspecies bloom in purple, yellow, or white flowers every spring. The plants areheat- and drought-resistant, and the divided, blue-green leaves add interest to the garden. After the flowers fade, the plant forms star-shaped seed heads....

High ceilings help make your home feel open and airy. Use these vaulted ceiling ideas as decorating inspiration. Some simple tricks, likepainting the ceiling white, will make the room brighter and reflect more natural light. Credit:Astrid Templier Adding exposed wood beams can create arustic design. Keep the Ceiling Simple Chad R. Mellon Sometimes, the best vaulted ceiling idea is understated. By keeping the ceiling white, it matches the airy quality of the rest of the room....

Infuse your kitchen with harvest centerpieces, fall farmhouse decorations, DIY accents, and more. Decorating your kitchenfor fall doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Then focus on decorating low-traffic areas outside your primary work zone. Credit:John Granen You don’t want to work around fall kitchen counter decor while trying to prep dinner, for example. Be mindful of common kitchen hazards, too. Learn how todecorate a kitchenfor fall with these pretty ideas....

These creative ceiling ideas take maximalist style to new heights. This bold ceiling trend can be used in any room in the home and works with any design style. As is the case with most design trends, an adorned ceiling is not an entirely new concept. Credit:Annie Schlechter Wallpaper Ceiling Sarah Alba Transform a white kitchen with abold wallpaper patternon the ceiling. This one moment of surprise immediately takes the space from standard builder-grade to high-end design....

Merge style, function, and comfort with a stunning entryway rug. For this reason, merging style and function when picking out an entryway rug is key. Vintage-Style Entryway Rug Create a warm and lived in feel with a vintage-style rug in your entryway. Credit:Anthony Masterson One thing to note is that jute can shed and may be harder to clean than otherstyles of rugs. The tassel detail adds softness and a classic detail, while echoing thewarm white wall color....

If you’ve ever wanted a white cottage kitchen, these cozy examples preserve tradition while incorporating modern conveniences. Mix and match elements from each space to create the white cottage kitchen you’ve always wanted. Beaded board,carried over from the backsplash, lines the cabinet interior. A collection ofvintage dishware on displayis both pretty and practical. Inspired by History: Simple and Classic Expansive windows flood the farmhouse sink with natural light. Minimal window treatments emphasize the simplicity of the classic design....

Add character to your home with a unique and eye-catching wood ceiling design. Draw inspiration from these designs to make your ceilings the star of the show. This works well for large spaces because you’ll save money on wood. Credit:Patrick Biller And, keeping the majority of the ceiling white makes the room look larger and brighter. Driftwood-style exposed beams romanticize this bedroom and balance out the soft, dreamy headboard and bedding....

Let our roundup inspire your next renovation. Neutrals take a warm spin this year, leaving cold shades of gray behind. If you’re looking for the perfect paint color, you will find beautiful inspiration from these forecasted colors. Image courtesy Millhaven Homes; Photo by Rebekah Westover. Cabinetry paint color:Benjamin Moore, Trout Gray 2. Look to muted blues, greens, grays, and browns for acalming nod to nature. Wall paint color:Benjamin Moore, African Gray (diluted 50%)...