Indholdsfortegnelse for October 2023 i HGTV Magazine

Like many of you, I have read HGTV Magazine since its inception. I can still picture the cover of the very first issue—it featured a photo of my fellow HGTV designer David Bromstad, and I remember thinking I couldn’t wait to one day be in his spot. Now here I am on the cover…as the guest editor. Talk about manifestation! I love so many things in this issue, like the closet tips on page 40 and the Chicago travel guide on page 81. But what I’m most excited about is that I am finally sharing my house with you all! Until now, I’ve never done a house tour—not because I didn’t want to, but because between my work for HGTV and my design clients, I hadn’t had time to finish…

the hottest range LSIL6336F RANGE $2,999, lg.com A “scan to cook” feature lets you send instructions from your phone, so the oven knows what’s cooking and can adjust temps and times for you. “No more babysitting your food!” says Tiffany. a life-changing doorbell NEST DOORBELL $180, store.google.com “I’m obsessed with this,” says Tiffany. “I can answer the door from my phone and it tells me when my son is home!” The device can ID familiar faces and will send alerts for activity, whether it’s a person, a package—or a raccoon. a genius vacuum GEN5DETECT VACUUM $950, dyson.com Want to get your kids to help clean? This ultra-powerful vacuum has an LCD screen that shows you how much dust you’ve sucked up in real time. “It’s like a video game.” a washer/dryer…

IN THE PINK “Dorothy Draper was the OG designer. This book about her is amazing, as are the books she wrote herself.” THE PATTERNED INTERIOR “I love Greg Natale’s use of pattern and color throughout this entire book.” SUZANNE KASLER: SOPHISTICATED SIMPLICITY “She always nods to a room’s architecture. This book was a huge inspiration for my own home.” RHAPSODY “I automatically fan-girl over anything Kelly Wearstler puts out!” ALBERTO PINTO: SIGNATURE INTERIORS “His masculine, grownup style is beautifully showcased in this book.” VERN YIP’S DESIGN WISE “I learn something every time I pick this up. It’s full of great tips, like measurements for spacing furniture.” JEAN-LOUIS DENIOT: INTERIORS “He was on the cutting edge of using neutral colors, especially gray.” JAY JEFFERS: COLLECTED COOL “This book taught me how…

Buying a new house is a fresh start, and that’s exactly what I was looking for when I closed on this home in Grayslake, IL, just four days after my divorce became final. The place needed some updates—the design was very ’90s, and not in a trendy way—but the minute I saw the black-and-white checkerboard tile on the first floor, I thought, This is so me! I repainted the exterior before moving in (I chose Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams), but I’ve done the rest of the decorating while living here with my son, Ayden, who has taken over the basement apartment. The rest of the house is just for me, and the design process has been an adventure in independence. The home’s traditional bones inspired me to add lots of…

Cement These tiles are porous, so they should be sealed before and after grouting. The colors are often deeply saturated. Porcelain One of the most affordable options, these tiles are scratch-resistant, easy to clean, and ideal for keeping out moisture. Ceramic These tend to be handmade and can be delicate, so expect chips and color variations. But the beauty is in the imperfections. Zellige Pronounced zell-idge, these handcrafted clay tiles are glazed and fired, which gives them irregularities. Glass They’re pricier than porcelain but cheaper than zellige, and they come in endless colors and finishes.…

PINK HEXAGONS Walnut Creek, CA, designer Karen Nepacena (@destinationeichler) was going for a “Palm Springs boutique hotel” look with these peachy 3-inch Fireclay Tile hexagons. “The homeowner wanted to honor the mid-century-modern spirit of the house, so these were an easy choice,” she says. TEAL DIAMONDS To add depth, dimension, and color to this Fenton, MI, kitchen, designer Elin Walters (@exactlydesigns) chose Escher tiles in turquoise from Fireclay Tile. “It’s the perfect backsplash to complement the bright yellow stove,” she says. PATTERNED CEMENT SQUARES Blue-and-white tiles from Sabine Hill give this Nantucket, MA, space a modern, beachy feel—and they’re low-maintenance. “Cement tiles have a beautiful matte finish that makes them resistant to wear and tear,” says designer Audrey Sterk (@audreysterkdesign). “They’re easy to clean, so they’re perfect for kitchens.” MARBLE…

Eureka Springs, AR 6 BR, 4 BA, 3,538 SQ. FT., BUILT IN 1892 This sprawling Victorian is just down the street from the famously haunted Crescent Hotel. Agent: Erin Crotts, The Sudar Group Pensacola, FL 5 BR, 4 BA, 4,784 SQ. FT., BUILT IN 1900 This Queen Anne was built on a Revolutionary War battlefield and has a secret room under the stairs. Agent: Allison Brandt, Connell & Company Realty Inc. Bangor, ME 2 BR, 2 BA, 1,400 SQ. FT., BUILT IN 1908 Mount Hope Cemetery, which appeared in the 1989 film version of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary, is around the corner. Agent: Russ Harrington, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group Salem, MA 4 BR, 2 BA, 1,416 SQ. FT., BUILT IN 1900 The mansion that inspired…

Give it sun Place your plant in a bright spot with indirect sunlight and rotate it monthly to give all the leaves some exposure. Trim it Cut away any leaves that turn more than 50% brown. If your tree is getting too tall and narrow, remove the top third to encourage wider growth. Feed it Use a slow-release fertilizer once or twice a year. Stop if leaves start to yellow or wilt—you may have used too much. Go easy on the water Your fiddle-leaf is thirsty when the top inch or two of soil feels dry. Use room-temperature water and look for signs of overwatering: The leaves will turn yellow and feel limp. Dust it off Gently wipe both sides of each leaf once a month to help them absorb…

“My client wanted a Tiffany Blue–inspired oasis, so we painted the cabinetry Bora Bora Shore by Sherwin-Williams. Floor-to-ceiling shelves maximize storage, and a chandelier adds some glamour.”—Andrew Howard, @andrewjhow “I used the PAX system from IKEA to turn a spare bedroom into my dream closet. I have all my favorite collections, like my sunglasses, on display. I tried clear drawer fronts first, but white ones look neater.”—Tanya Zielke, @lifeoftanyamarie “My closet doesn’t have doors, so everything is visible. That’s why I leaned into decorating it just like I would a room. I added floral wallpaper and painted an IKEA shoe cabinet with fun stripes.”—Ariel Garneau, @pmqfortwo…

Type Sanded and unsanded grouts are the industry standard: They’re inexpensive and easy to use. For a more durable option, try epoxy. It’s stain resistant and holds up to harsh cleansers. Color If you want your tile to be the star, pick a matching grout so the joint lines aren’t distracting. If you’d rather highlight the pattern in the tile layout, choose a contrasting grout. Joint line The farther apart your tiles, the thicker the grout lines—and the more rustic the tile will look. Most grout lines should measure 1/16" to 3/16".…

poison apple cocktails 2 ounces apple juice2 ounces cinnamon whiskey (such as Fireball)1 tablespoon grenadineSparkling wine, for toppingThin apple slices, for garnish 1. Combine the apple juice, whiskey, and grenadine in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 2. Shake the drink vigorously for 30 seconds, then strain into 2 coupe glasses and top with sparkling wine. Garnish with the apple slices.…

SCARY SELLS Properties with haunted histories can do well as vacation rentals and bed-and-breakfasts thanks to thrill-seeking tourists. Many people are happy to pay for the chance to see a ghost! GHOST BUSTERS If you think you may be sharing your new home with something supernatural, you can actually call for help: Paranormal experts offer homeowners tips on living with spirits and/or cleansing the space. BEWARE OF REPAIRS These houses are usually older and may need work. Plumbing, electrical, and roof issues often crop up first, so check for those and fix them ASAP.…

READ MCKENDREE BY PORTOLA PAINTS “This forest green envelops low-light rooms in a lovely way, so sitting down to dinner feels like being in the back of a cozy restaurant. I ordered it in a plaster-like finish for an even warmer look.” —Ryann Swan, @ryannswan, Greenwich, CT chinaberry BY BENJAMIN MOORE “When you first step into this small kitchen, the bold cranberry color is a surprise. My client loves pink, and she suggested the shade to complement her pottery and china collection. It was a risky move, but it really paid off!” —Sheila Mayden, Sheila Mayden Interiors, Seattle, WA caviar BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS “People are often surprised at the variation among black paint colors. This one has gray undertones, so looking at it doesn’t feel like staring into deep space. It’s…

graphic oranges “It’s not like me to choose such a loud design, but I’m so glad I did because these colors make the room,” says Chicago, IL, homeowner Celine Collins. This pattern reminded her of orange trees in Southern California, where she grew up. “This is my guest room, and everyone who stays here tells me how much they love it!” dramatic blooms For her pre-teen daughter’s bathroom, Dallas, TX, homeowner Maria Bailey wanted something colorful and different, and they were both drawn to this busy tropical floral pattern. “It’s a look that will last through her teen years—I want to say she’ll love it forever,” says Maria. banana-rama When Nashville homeowner Laurie King found out this wallpaper was scratch-and-sniff, she was sold. “It’s perfect for the family room in…

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WHO’S COOKING Thomas Templeton, a tech exec, and Jennifer Pollock, a freelance writer—and their kids, Colin and Jack, 5, and Owen, 2—love having friends over for impromptu pizza parties. “We wanted a primary-color kitchen with a twist. You see a lot of blue kitchens, but not like this!”—Thomas sunlight central The Spanish-style house was built in 1935, and the kitchen hadn’t been updated since the ’90s. Jennifer and Thomas thought about adding more cabinetry over the sink but opted to keep this long row of windows to maximize the natural light. rich color Designer Clara Jung pointed the couple in the direction of this saturated teal, and though Thomas says his style is pretty conservative, he loves the result. “We went for a bold color because, after all, it’s just…

Throughout the issue: PILLOWS Pillows shown are often sold as pillow covers only (which will be noted in the pillow’s buying info); for pillow inserts, including sizing and buying guides, go to amazon.com/pillowflex. ART Art shown framed is often sold unframed only (which will be noted in the art’s buying info); for frames of various styles, sizes, and prices, go to pictureframes.com. cover INTERIOR DESIGN Tiffany Brooks, tiffanybrooksinteriors.com. CHAIRS (hooded) globalviews.com; (blue) leeindustries.com. CHAIR FABRIC (blue) Lee Jofa Chalet fabric, kravet.com. COFFEE TABLE Adeen coffee table, madegoods.com. DRAPERY Lauren Ralph Lauren Rubin Sheer curtain panel, perigold.com. PILLOWS Silverwood pillow cover, serenaandlily.com; Square Feathers Home Ming Band pillow, meadowblu.com. PLANTER The Lloyd planter, hendricksdesignusa.etsy.com. RUG Terrain carpet tiles, flor.com. SOFA vanguardfurniture.com for buying info. VASE (black) Rhapsody vase, jaysonhome.com. fun decorating…