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Inside & Out offers our clients superior design

planning and staging with the latest in relevant

and quality offerings for your next interior or

exterior project. Don’t take risks when listing your

home — proper staging can make or break a sale.

We specialize in Interior & Exterior living spaces,

creating seamless transitions from Inside to Out.

Expand your sense of home to include the natural

beauty of the great outdoors.

Whether the project is grand or rustic, rich in

tradition or contemporary and simple, Inside & Out

performs with an intimate understanding of

individuals and their needs, and creates interiors

and exteriors that reflect the style and character of

each client. You have your own personality, let it

show by choosing Inside & Out — Each affordable

plan is designed individually and created to your

own vision.

From rustic charm to contemporary

touches, it’s a style to compliment you -

“Your Vision, Your Style, Your Way”.

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Breathing New Life Into Your Home

Whether you’ve recently bought an older home, or you feel like your current home is stuck in a style rut, there are several ways you can breathe new life into your home. The key is to emphasize the home’s character, and bring out the charm and history of the property. Just because your home is older, doesn’t mean it needs to look it.  If you find your current décor is so tired it makes you yawn, following a few simple tips can add just enough pep to make your home look fresh and revived.

Customize with Color

Changing the color of a room can be one of the easiest ways to liven up your space. Depending on the size and shape of the room, different color combinations can work to emphasize your home’s natural beauty. Picking the right color can be difficult, so it’s important to test several different shades and make sure you like the way the color looks in different lighting situations. If you’re really stumped, you can opt for professional design services to guide you in the right direction. Inside & Out offers color consultations to make sure you’re coordinating perfectly.

The interior of your home is not the only place that color can invigorate. Think of your home’s entryway, and brighten it up with a pop of color. Add a colorful welcome mat and a sparkling new doorknob and you’ll be delighted how little changes can make a big impact.

Light the Way

Older homes can tend to feel dark, and a lack of proper lighting can really affect the overall mood of a space. On the contrary, a home that is too bright can be a headache. Consider giving an antique lamp a makeover with a trendy new shade, or think of adding or replacing a chandelier over the dining table.

Artificial light shouldn’t be the only source of brightness in your home, so pay attention to windows as well. Organize the room based on the natural light available from the windows. Also, a fresh window treatment can brighten up your room and really change the look of the décor.

Outside your home, consider adding a lighting package to illuminate walkways and garden areas. These can make your home more attractive in the evening, and draw attention to the focal points of your home. Refresh the porch light with a new fixture (ideally one to match your newly colored door!) on dimmers for added ambiance.

Raid the Garden

Nothing is more fresh and vibrant than a blooming garden. Updating your landscaping on the exterior of your home is one of the simplest ways to change the look of your home in a few steps. The garden is another great place to add pops of color to your exterior.

Also, don’t be afraid to bring touches of the garden inside. Let the garden inspire you, and something as simple as a color or maybe even a floral pattern can bring your décor on point. A vase of freshly picked flowers adds the finishing touch to your new home makeover.

Please contact Inside & Out for more information on breathing new life into your home.

Container Gardening made Easy

And because plantings can be changed with the seasons, pots, hanging baskets and window boxes encourage originality. You can really have fun with containers, trying out brash combos with interesting and exotic plants.


Container gardening design basics:


When container gardening, tailor your plantings to available light.


In low light, use shade-tolerant plants with lush foliage – consider hosta, heuchera, ivy, coleus and licorice plant (Helichrysum petiolare).
Remember that the scale outdoors demands bigger gestures, so plant up the largest pots you can afford. One large container is better than five small ones.


An easy way to go at it is to feature three focal-point plants per pot and then add filler plants around them. Plant in odd numbers for the most pleasing arrangement.


More container gardening tips:


•When grouping containers, they don't all have to be the same shape or contain the same plants, but try to include one element that ties the picture together, such as a particularly distinctive plant repeated in each pot, or choose pots of the same material and color.


•Try not to mix styles in the same grouping of pots. Terra cotta tends to be more casual, while stone and cast iron are formal. So keep these container types separate, perhaps a pair of formal stone urns at the front door and a casual grouping in clay on patio.


•Any pot you use must have a drainage hole.


•Think foliage as well as flowers. Time-tested foliage combinations are larger leaves set against filigreed foliage.


•Try growing herbs in containers or even vegetables.


•Try using perennials in containers. Hostas, hens and chicks (Sempervivum species) or small standard roses add an air of sophistication to containers. In fall, remove perennials from containers and plant into a flowerbed.


•Container plants won't thrive without fertilizer. If you find this job too time-consuming, there's an easy way to do it: just mix slow-release fertilizer pellets into top layer of potting soil. As you water throughout the season, controlled amounts of fertilizer are released each time.


•Daily watering is a must during the hot months of summer, so arrange your pots into groups and instal an easy-maintenance drip patio irrigation system that can water them automatically.


•Another watering solution is self-watering containers which have a water reservoir built in so you don't have to water daily.


•You can also fit your container with an adjustable water reservoir to convert an ordinary pot into a self-watering planter.


•In last fall, empty pots that aren't frost-proof of their contents, including potting mix, and store them in a dry place such as a garage, garden shed or basement.

Creating a Secret Garden

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YOUR SECRET GARDEN

Somewhere out in the back yard, tucked away in a hidden little spot, is your own private retreat. Your quiet space, your tranquil escape, your secret garden. Filled with plants and flowers and minimal furniture, your secret garden is easy to customize for your individual tastes. And the best part is, you don’t need to have a lot of room. With a little creativity, even an urban backyard can be transformed into a lush, serene, and peaceful hideaway.

Plan Your Perfect Spot

To create your own secret garden, start with a plan. Consider all parts of the landscape, and try to find the spot that brings you the most happiness. Don’t worry about finding a truly secluded spot, as you can add different plants and fixtures to make the space feel more enclosed. Look for natural barriers, such as hedges or rows of trees. If none exist, consider adding a trellis with draped vines, wood fencing, or second hand gates. Adding a stone walkway or other hint leading to your garden will help distinguish the area as a separate place. Although you are essentially planning the garden, it is important not to go overboard, because the hidden gem of a secret garden lies in the relaxed, casual atmosphere.

Pick Your Plants

The types of plants you add to your garden are all dependent on your personal taste and the overall look you want for your garden. It is necessary to ensure that all plants are indigenous to your region, because you will want to achieve a natural appearance, and allow the plants to grow. If you are planning to use a trellis, you’ll want to plant some climbing flowers, like morning glories or other vines. Depending on space, you may want to add a flowering tree or shrubbery.

Bring in the Birds

If you want to add a little whimsy to your secret garden, consider adding a birdbath or a small pond. Invite butterflies with flowers such as daylilies and Buddleia. Plants like rose of Sharon, honeysuckle, and red salvia attract hummingbirds, which can be quite a little treat to see as you find a perfect escape in your new favorite nook.

Find Your Furniture

You’ve planted the right flowers, sectioned off a quiet little corner, and added something for the creatures. Now it’s time to customize it so it becomes your own. You’ll want a comfortable chair that you can unwind in, but you may want to consider adding a bench or a table with a few chairs if you plan on inviting non-feathery friends to visit.

Enjoy

Once you have found the perfect furniture, it’s time to step into your secret garden. Enjoy your morning coffee amongst the melodies of the songbirds, or settle in to the evening calm with the moonlit summer night sky. Become a part of nature, no matter where you are, and feel the true serenity that comes from owning your own secret garden.

SECRET GARDEN

 

Selecting a Landscape Designer

A landscape professional is your partner in making your home or commercial landscape beautiful, environmentally responsible, efficient, and enjoyable. Landscape professionals provide all types of services from design only through installation and maintenance.

Planning & Designing a Garden



Your home and landscape are as individual as your personality. The pictures in a book may look great, but if they don’t fit your lifestyle, and your environment, they won’t make a good basis for planning your g...arden. As a landscape designer; we design & landscape by selecting the right plants that will help you have a beautiful and successful garden.






Benefits of Landscaping


Investment in your property always provides you with pleasure, but some investments actually pay you back by enabling you to recover your cost when you sell the home. an article in Money magazine listed these recovery values for usual home renovation projects:


Landscaping recovery value: 100-200%


Kitchen recovery value: 75-125%


Bathroom recovery value: 80-125%


Deck or patio recovery value: 40-70%


Swimming pool recovery value: 20-50%


Why choose a landscape professional?






1.Home value. Landscaping greatly impacts home value. A bare root twig planted near a window can grow into a 50-foot tree. A professional plan sites plants correctly so they won't become threats or obstructions to the home.






2.Peace of mind. Hiring a design professional before ripping up your lawn will save you headaches, not to mention dollars. Many landscape professionals consider design a value-added service.






3.Know-how. Mass marketed plants can be non-hardy for your area. You may not be aware of varieties susceptible to pest infestations. A professional helps you avoid expensive mistakes. Landscape designers keep up with the newest varieties, offering you a whole spectrum of plant material.






4.Long-term maintenance. A professional will ask how much time you want to devote to maintaining your landscape and will design accordingly. Garden ideas gleaned form magazines may be impractical for your lifestyle. The orchard or rose arbor you want may require regular chemical treatments to survive.






5.Investment in the future. Wise homeowners choose investments based on their return. The unified aesthetic appearance of a professionally designed landscape is intrinsic to its value. If well-executed and attuned to its surroundings, landscaping has a recovery value of 100 to 200 percent, according to MONEY Magazine.

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Our Passion is Transforming your Home

Whether you need Home Styling & Staging for a faster, more profitable sale or an exciting Home Makeover for a more harmonious look and feel, our goal is to ensure your wishes are accomplished easily and stress-free!


Imagine having your new home showcased from taking advantage of our professionally selected products and furnishings through our Home Design program. Or experience the professional touch though our Home Renovation services where you can reap the rewards of having us take you through the process from concept...to completion!

Contact us to discover how even small changes can reap big rewards!

Do you lack the know-how to achieve the stunning results you always hoped for?

Let us put our expertise to work for you! At Inside & Out we put our years of experience, passion for design, and our "value added approach" to work for you with your best interests in mind.

• Home Styling: Accelerate a highest possible Return on Investment in the shortest amount of time.

• Home Design: Enjoy a stress-free and professional experience when building or renovating.

• Home Renovation: Enhance and upgrade your home...we specialize in complete Kitchen & Bath renovations.

• ReDesign: Love your home again and gain pride of ownership with a new perspective on living in your home.

Discover the difference how styled homes can positively impact the important first impression of a perspective buyer while an interior designed home creates comfort and harmony for stress-free living.



Contact us today for an initial consultation on having your home transformed to center stage!

June is time to finish planting your gardens...

June is a great time to finish planting gardens, containers and hanging baskets and then spend time relaxing on your deck, porch or patio enjoying the beautiful colors. June is Perennial Month, and we experience the greatest concentration of perennial bloom during this month. It is an ideal time for outdoor entertaining and showing off your yard and garden when plants are fresh and growing at their best. The long days allow time for both gardening and socializing.