This week, we welcome back legendary interior designer Bunny Williams. In preparation of her new book Life in the Garden to release in March 2024, Bunny generously shares some great tips on planning successful gardens from starting small to considering ongoing maintenance.
Bunny also offers advice for novice gardeners, including prioritizing manageable tasks, plant care, pot selection, and using garden structures to enhance outdoor spaces. Get ready to be inspired to spend some time outdoors!
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Hi Wendy!
First off, you have a beautiful house. Bunny suggests adding a large wool or area rug to define the space and make it extra cozy. Arranging a pair of comfortable wingback chairs on either side of the fireplace with an ottoman or bench between them for extra seating will draw attention to the fireplace rather than block the view.
You could also consider small sofas or built-in banquettes along the walls for additional seating options
Placing furniture in this space will help utilize it beyond just a pass-through, connecting it more to the living room area. A rug, chairs and ottoman/bench would make it a lovely sitting space to enjoy the fireplace from. Installing flush mount light fixtures rather than fluorescent lights can provide softer, more attractive lighting in areas like the kitchen and back hallway. Finally, moving the dining room table to the center of the space rather than against the window seat can improve the low and use of the dining area.
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Ep. 259: Living Large in Small Spaces with Ginger Curtis
Ep. 258: Giving New Builds Charm & Character with Brandon Ingram
Ep. 257: Trials & Triumphs
Ep. 256: Vibrant Interiors with Andrea Monath Schumacher
Ep. 255: Breaking Design Rules with Summer Thornton
Ep. 254: Designing Kid Spaces with Pebbles Nix
Ep. 253: Trials & Triumphs
Ep. 252: A Modern Take on Traditional Design with Katie Rosenfield
Ep. 251: How to Hire an Interior Designer with Emily Wyatt
Ep. 250: Landscape Design with Carmen Johnston
Ep. 249: A Sustainable Approach to Design with Laurence Carr
Ep. 248: Creating Outdoor Spaces with Brantley Snipes
Ep. 247: Product Design 101
Ep. 246: How to Live in Color with Sophie Robinson
Ep. 245: Modern Approaches to Classical Architecture with Jeffrey Dungan
Ep. 244: Furniture Buying Tips
Ep. 243: How to Choose Fabrics with Meredith Ellis
Ep. 242: Renovation Tips with Rasheeda Gray
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