Innholdsfortegnelse for January/February 2021 i HGTV Magazine

1 Sometimes, more is more! A mix of cool vases is a happy moment on a desk or a fab centerpiece. PAGE 95 2 Special details, like this peachy sconce, can give a vanity big style. Check out lots more ways to boost your bathroom’s looks. PAGE 42 3 The HGTV Dream Home 2021 is like a great American vacation. It’s cozy and coastal, with grand views. Take a peek! PAGE 80 4 Gotta love broccoli art that’s cute enough to eat and adds a fun pop to a kitchen wall. PAGE 100 5 We found playful, mood-boosting accessories, like a pillow that channels the 2021 energy we all need. PAGE 24 6 An irresistible laundry room?! Yep, this one is packed with personality. PAGE 69 7 Anyone can do…

BUILD A LONGER-LASTING FIRE What you need SEASONED WOOD. “Most firewood you find at hardware or grocery stores is hard wood, such as cherry or almond, which burns longer than soft varieties like pine and cedar,” says Amie Ryan, owner of Ryan Bros. Chimney Sweeping Inc. in Roseville, CA. Fresh-cut logs take six months to two years to dry out enough to become “seasoned” firewood. When chopping it, go for a mix of smaller logs (best for getting fires started) and larger ones. KINDLING. These bitty pieces of wood burn quickly, creating a base for a roaring flame. Buy sticks or chunks, or grab dry twigs from the yard. NEWSPAPER. Only use black-and-white newsprint, as the color kind can release chemicals. What to do GET THE KINDLING GOING. Once a…

WALLPAPERS A GIFT FOR YOU Ten readers will win this sconce. Enter at hgtv.com/mitzi-sconce. Details on page 107.…

When Derek and Lauren Wiggins and their two kids moved into this 2,000-square-foot Brooklyn, NY, apartment in 2019, they were thrilled with the space upgrade. Still, Lauren felt a little bummed about leaving the quiet serenity of their previous neighborhood for a louder, busier location. “I decided to make our place an oasis of calm,” says Lauren. She started with the room she liked least but used most: The all-white galley kitchen was a cramped, uninspiring space for cooking up her family-famous ramen, matzo ball soup, and fried chicken. The Wiggins had a wall knocked down, nixing a tiny mudroom. The idea of pinking out the spot came to Lauren as she explored cabinet colors. “My parents and my contractor were skeptical,” she says, “but I wanted to reclaim pink—it’s…

A GIFT FOR YOU Three readers will each win a 1-year coffee subscription. Enter at hgtv.com/atlas-coffee. Details on page 107.…

limousine leather BY BEHR “I call this my ‘mom cave.’ The black is saturated and rich, so it draws you right in and wraps around you like a cocoon—especially because I painted the built-ins and ceilings the same color. That has the added effect of making my art collection stand out. It’s the ultimate spot to close the door, read a book, or just rest.” —Nicole White, Nicole White Designs, Sunrise, FL orange parrot BY BENJAMIN MOORE “We went mid-century in this entry with a three-panel glass door painted ‘look-at-me!’ orange. It’s bold, without any of that muddiness orange can have. The same color is on the other side too. If you’re going to make a statement, we say go all in!” —Lucy Penfield and Stephanie Lalley, Lucy Interior Design,…

glam central The unofficial term for pairing a wood vanity with rich colors and texture? Ooh la loo! L.A. blogger Kelly Mindell of Studio DIY poshed hers up with shimmery green terra-cotta tile, matte pink concrete sinks from Nood Co., and gleaming accents. “There’s no reason even the most utilitarian items can’t be special,” she says spa treatment Every day is self-care day when your bathroom has “pamper me” vibes. In this one in Mendota Heights, MN, designer Bria Hammel created a serenely elegant palette—black-and-white floral wallpaper, subway tile with gray grout (softer than standard white), and polished chrome. Two fluffy mats are twice as inviting as one. classic and cool For the best of both worlds, a Charlotte, NC, bathroom combines a traditional legged vanity and vintage-y mirrors with…

JANUARY painted wood doormats 1. Working with the slats from a wood doormat kit, paint the top and sides of each one with crafts paint or exterior paint. Let dry, then apply a second coat. 2. Arrange slats in the desired pattern. Tie a knot at one end of the rope. Thread the rope through the first slat’s top hole, pushing the wood all the way to the knotted end. Then slide a hex nut on the rope, all the way to the slat. 3. Keep alternating slats and hex nuts through the slats’ top holes until all are threaded. Pull the rope taut, knot the other end to secure, and trim the end. 4. Repeat with the slats’ bottom holes. FYI For a picture-perfect front door, coordinate the mat…

Coming home to a coastal retreat perched high on a bluff: That’s one way to make a fantasy come true! At more than approximately 3,300 square feet, the HGTV Dream Home 2021 in Newport, RI, is filled with enviable elements, such as 20-foot ceilings in the great room, a gorgeous navy and white kitchen, and sparkling views complete with sailboats passing by. “When you walk inside, it really feels like you’re stepping inside another world,” says designer Brian Patrick Flynn, who pulled inspiration from Newport’s outdoorsy culture. “From the cedar shingles on the exterior to the laid-back nautical touches in every room, this home is the best of New England Americana style and leisure.” a dreamy great room Beachy rattan pieces, a soaring fireplace, and pretty blues—in the swivel armchairs…

A GIFT FOR YOU Ten readers will win this art print. Enter at hgtv.com/minted-art. Details on page 107.…

how bad is it to eat the same lunch every day? Nutritionists may be here to remind us all about a well-rounded diet, but they’re actually cool with lunches on repeat. Er, unless it’s a cheeseburger and fries—sorry! “The ideal is for a meal to include protein; a vegetable; a high-fiber carb, like whole-grain bread; and healthy fat,” says Chelsey Amer, R.D.N., a dietitian in Roslyn, NY. “A sandwich with deli meat, avocado, lettuce, and tomato, or a goat cheese and quinoa salad, are great daily choices, with an apple on the side.” Even pasta is OK to down on the reg, just make it the whole-grain kind. The bonus of being in a meal groove is that it can head off iffy food choices on hectic days, especially when…

CRAFTS ROOM “I like having all my materials at hand and within sight—it’s inspiring and serves as ever-changing decor,” says master crafter Rebecca Propes. Everything pops against the white furniture and walls, which comes in handy for taking photos of her many projects. It’s fair to say that having itchy fingers for DIYing and decorating is a family trait for Rebecca Propes. “As a kid, I marveled at my grandma’s shaggy yarn wall hangings, the incredible metallic wallpaper in her dining room, and her basement walls that were decoupaged with covers from The New Yorker,” she says. These days, Rebecca is an impressive crafter in her own right. Her 61,900 devoted Instagram followers look to her for colorful, often rainbow-inspired projects and her funky style (you can’t miss those signature…

about the house BUILT IN: 1930 BOUGHT IN: 1997 SIZE: 1,550 SQ. FT. “Our place used to be off-white, like practically every other house on the block. Once we painted it vibrant colors and planted a lush garden, it stood out. Now neighbors tell us it’s a destination point on their walks!” —Brooke and Bob Nickman, homeowners clay tile roof Characteristic of Spanish architecture, the roof is made with barrel tiles that fit together to create a rippled effect. “The multicolor terra-cotta adds a lot of depth to the house,” says Brooke. “And there’s almost no maintenance.” landscaping Brooke and Bob completely transformed the yard from a plain lawn with a few small trees to a lush hodgepodge of plants, a.k.a. “quilted gardening.” Says Brooke: “Seeing them change every season…

broccoli mac and cheese 1 pound elbow macaroni1 pound small broccoli florets2 slices whole-wheat bread8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar, coarsely grated (about 2 cups)2 tablespoons cornstarch3 ¼ cups low-fat milk6 ounces gouda, coarsely grated (about 1 ½ cups)⅛ teaspoon grated nutmegKosher salt and pepper 1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Arrange oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and set the oven to broil. Cook the pasta per package instructions, adding broccoli during last 4 minutes of cooking. Drain. 2. Tear the bread into large chunks, transfer to a food processor, and pulse to form fine crumbs. Transfer crumbs to a bowl and toss with ½ cup cheddar. 3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch and ¼ cup milk until smooth. Heat on medium, gradually whisking…

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 HOMEOWNER’S WEBSITE rebeccapropes.com. WALL DECALS crafted. CHAIRS (rattan) HomeGoods stores; (plastic) ikea.com. TABLE Norden 31 1/2"W x 60"D x 29 1/4"H particleboard and birch table in white, ikea.com. BOOKCASES ikea.com; (bookcase panels) crafted. BASKETS (white, on shelves) Pillowfort 7"H x 9 1/2"-diameter cotton and polyester baskets, target.com. editor’s page page 12 DRESS bananarepublic.gap.com. house tours A House to D.I.Y. For, pages 69–79 HOMEOWNER’S WEBSITE rebeccapropes.com. BUILDER woodsidehomes.com.…