Innholdsfortegnelse for March/April 2024 i HGTV Magazine

Have you ever driven through a new neighborhood and had such intense real estate envy that you immediately started searching the area for open houses—even though you live hundreds of miles away and have no plans to move? Lately, I find myself doing this more and more, like when I was visiting my brother, David, and sister-in-law, Tara, in their new home outside of Rochester, NY. I don’t live anywhere near Rochester, and I’ve never dreamed of relocating there. But my brother’s neighborhood, which is dotted with cool 1970s houses and surrounded by nature trails, had me poring over real estate listings my entire visit. I’m far from the only person who searches Zillow for fun. The folks at the site told me that 224 million users visit the site…

Avoid the wall. Leave one to two feet of bare floor between large area rugs and the wall. Otherwise the rug could look like carpeting that didn’t quite make it. Plot your furniture. Plan for furniture to either sit completely on the rug or halfway off so all front legs rest on the rug. Use painter’s tape to check the placement and make sure you buy the right size. Dining room rugs should ideally be large enough for all the chair legs to sit on the rug when they’re pulled out. Check the door swings. If the rug will be positioned near an entrance, measure how much space is under the door to ensure it can open and close smoothly over your rug’s pile. Double up. If your room is…

asparagus and beet tart 3 small beets2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 onion, halved and thinly sliced2 teaspoons chopped fresh lemon thyme (or regular thyme) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half a 17-ounce package), thawed1 large egg, lightly beaten½ bunch thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1. Preheat the oven to 425˚F. Put the beets in a small baking dish and add about ½ inch water. Cover with foil and bake until the beets are easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 1 to 1½ hours. Transfer the beets to a plate and let cool. Wipe off the skins with a paper towel and slice into small wedges; set aside. 2.…

PICK A SITE Your plot can be an existing bed or your whole lawn. Just make sure it has good drainage (rain water shouldn’t stand for more than an hour) and gets at least six hours of sun daily. CHECK THE WEATHER For seeds to germinate, the average soil temperature must be at least 55°F (use an instant-read kitchen thermometer). Plan to plant on a calm day; high winds and heavy rain can blow or wash seeds away. PREP THE SOIL Clear debris, weeds, and anything that may compete with the flowers. With a rake or rototiller, loosen the top few inches of soil. Skip the fertilizer—wildflowers are adaptable and do well in many conditions. PLANT THE SEEDS To get even seed distribution, mix the seeds with sand, shake them…

In Burlington, you can play outside year-round. The city, located on picturesque Lake Champlain, is surrounded by two mountain ranges, which means there’s an endorphin-boosting activity for every season. And eating well is a given: More than 100 restaurants in the area source ingredients from organic farms nearby (Vermont’s farm-to-table movement is one of the oldest in the country). Rent a place near pedestrian-only Church Street for access to local shops and artists, or book a house on the lake and hike, bike, and boat your way around. Read on for tips on how to make the most of your stay. STAY cozy family home Bustling Church Street is a block away from this newly renovated five-bedroom rental. fabulous remodeled home An updated kitchen and large dining table are great…

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 DESIGN-BUILD FIRM Adam Talianchich and Ashley Menger, hatchworksaustin.com. FAUCET Fairfield Bridge faucet, newportbrass.com. FRUIT BASKET Threshold Delavan Collection fruit basket, target.com. PENDANT Low Profile Schoolhouse shade, rejuvenation.com. PLATES Adley dessert plates, anthropologie.com. RUNNER Pappelina Vera Reversible rug, westelm.com. SINK Whitehaven Farmhouse sink, kohler.com. STOOLS camposironworks.com. VASES (yellow) Raawii Strom vase, dwr.com; (blue) sidewaysstudio.com. WALLPAPER Little Havana wallpaper, papermills.net. fun decorating The Ultimate Guide to Rugs, pages 30–35…

Fixer to Fabulous: Italiano Dave and Jenny Marrs are taking their show on the road to Italy, helping transform an old farmhouse in Tuscany into a rental property. Did some things get lost in translation? Tune in to find out—and in the meantime, see if you can match the English word to the Italian. 1. Hammer 2. Nail 3. Ladder 4. Paint 5. Budget A Colore B Bilancio C Martello D Scala E Chiodo Answers: 1. C; 2. E; 3. D; 4. A; 5. B Down Home Fab Chelsea and Cole DeBoer are native South Dakotans who share their love of design on this renovation show—and they’re back for a second season. How well do you know the couple’s home state? 1. “Dakota” is the Sioux word for: A Stone B Allies C Lake D…

mondrian blue BY BEHR “I wanted the vanity to pop in this mostly neutral bathroom. Brass hardware takes the crisp, primary blue color from playful to sophisticated.” —Jennifer Griffin, @jenniferdimples andtangles, Edmond, OK lavender lipstick BY BENJAMIN MOORE “Lavender is such a fun color for a formal sitting room. This shade is eye-catching and works almost like a neutral because it has warm white undertones.” —Lauren Robbins, Lauren Robbins Interiors, Augusta, GA redend point BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS “I call this color a mature blush-beige. It’s warm and inviting, which helps make this nook feel cozy. I used a vintage rug to tie the space together.” —Hana Irfan, hanashappyhome.com, Toronto, Ontario oregano BY GLIDDEN “For my covered patio, I wanted to bring in the green of the trees while also tying in…

HAND-KNOTTED These are one-of-a-kind, durable, and typically pricey; each knot is handwoven on a special loom. Turkish and Persian rugs are popular styles. FLAT WOVEN As the name suggests, these have no pile; they are thin and lightweight and often reversible. Kilims and dhurries are traditional versions. HAND-TUFTED These are made partly by hand and partly by machine, so they’re cheaper than hand-knotted rugs but still durable. The fibers are attached to a canvas backing. MACHINE WOVEN Prices are lower for these mass-produced rugs, and the patterns are very uniform. They are made from many different materials.…

“I love this design in a neutral living room. It’s a conversation piece!”—Breegan Jane, HGTV Dream Home 2024 “I use this one in a lot of my projects—it makes a massive impact in any room.”—Brian Patrick Flynn, HGTV Dream Home 2024 “This would be fun—and smart!—in a basement or kids’ room.”—Leslie Davis, Unsellable Houses FOR SOURCES, SEE PAGE 90.…

Chip Wade’s house, high in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, is a modern marvel: It likely won’t require repairs, or even much in the way of regular maintenance. “Most homes are designed to last about 100 years. This one was designed to last 500,” Chip says. He built the 4,700-square-foot structure using high-tech, ultra-durable materials, including printed steel that looks like wood. Because the property is so remote (it’s surrounded by national forest), Chip and his dad tackled most of the work themselves. “This was the hardest project I’ve ever done,” Chip says, but now he loves spending weekends here with his wife Pauli and kids, Mac, 15; Mara, 12; and JT, 10. “The house brings together everything that I’m passionate about—design, architecture, and engineering.” “The colors had to jibe with…

If you’re trying to create an eco-friendly garden, you’d be wise to study the birds and the bees: These little pollinators flock to wildflowers more than any other blooms. Landscaping with abundant wildflowers, also known as “rewilding” and “meadowscaping,” is a win-win-win: Wildflowers are easy to grow, they’re visually stunning, and they’re so great for the environment that some states are offering tax incentives to plant them (Minnesota will even help pay for the seeds). “These gardens bring so much joy to bees, birds, and butterflies, plus anyone else passing by!” says Ashleigh Smith, a horticulturist at True Leaf Market seed company. Ready to plant some seeds in your own yard? Read on!…

Winchester, TN 3 BR, 3 BA, 1,358 SQ. FT. This house, built in 2023, is in a new community close to scenic Tims Ford Lake. Agent: B. J. Rigsby, Lynch-Rigsby Realty & Auction, LLC Baton Rouge, LA 4 BR, 2 BA, 3,765 SQ. FT. Cypress ceiling beams and copper gutters highlight the architecture of this 1986 French provincial–style home. Agent: Jerry del Rio, Del Rio Real Estate, Inc. Palm Springs, CA 4 BR, 5 BA, 2,200 SQ. FT. The Beverly Hills Hotel and Jayne Mansfield’s famous Pink Palace inspired the look of this luxe stucco villa. Agent: Joseph Babineaux, Windermere Desert Properties Beaufort, SC 4 BR, 3 BA, 3,000 SQ. FT. This Southern charmer has access to trails, a private dock, and nearby tennis courts. Agent: Annie Powell, Keller Williams…

Pisces Feb 19–Mar 20 Between family and work commitments, your schedule has been bananas. Lean into the chaos with a fun print. Gemini May 21–June 20 Though you normally love the spotlight, you’d rather blend in these days. Do it in style with classic camo. Virgo Aug 23–Sept 22 Detail-oriented Virgos will appreciate the leather straps and personalized name tag on this find. Sagittarius Nov 22–Dec 21 You’re all about abundance. One is never enough, whether it’s accessories, travel plans, or… houseplants! Aries Mar 21–Apr 19 “Go big” could be your motto. This bag’s block print accented with a tassel is just over-the-top enough for you. Cancer June 21–July 22 Caring crabs go to great lengths to protect the people and stuff they love. This cute ziptop bag makes that…

Adam Talianchich and Ashley Menger wanted to live in Austin’s French Legation neighborhood for years—some of the city’s oldest homes are in the area—but there was one big problem: The properties almost never come up for sale. The couple waited… and waited…and finally, in 2015, when Ashley was eight months pregnant with their second child, a listing popped up for a small 1960s-era home. “It was in terrible shape, essentially a teardown,” says Adam. He and Ashley run a design-build company, Hatch Works, so they were up for the task. They demolished the structure and built a 2,500-square-foot modern Victorian that blends in with the older homes in the area but also stands out, thanks to bold colors and an eye-catching roofline. “We have a steep roof and dormers, which…

who’s cooking? Bhavana and Dharmesh Patel and their son, Sahil, 21 (shown with their dog, Solo), wanted lots of storage in their remodeled kitchen. They keep more than 100 jars of spices, masalas, and lentils on hand! The family loves making dishes that reflect their Indian roots. FOR SOURCES, SEE PAGE 90.…

About Our House LOCATION: Woodland Hills, CA BUILT IN: 1959 BOUGHT IN: 2019 for $950,000 SIZE: 2,227 sq. ft. BACKSTORY: A famous Palm Springs architect, Charles Du Bois, built our home, so we didn’t change the exterior much other than giving it a new door and paint. LANDSCAPING WIN: We planted pampas grass, cacti, lavender, and other plants inspired by the desert landscapes of Palm Springs. Our yard is very water efficient. BEST COMPLIMENT: The grown children of the previous owners still live in the neighborhood, and they said the work we’ve done on the house is amazing! About Our House LOCATION: Atlanta, GA BUILT IN: 1960 BOUGHT IN: 2018 for $950,000 SIZE: 4,500 sq. ft. THE LOOK: We recently built an addition to the house but we matched the…

PINK MATCHES EVERYTHING Trixie considers lighter pinks a neutral, “like a really warmed-up cream,” she says. Pair pink with white or other neutrals; it also works well with green. “It makes your yard look so healthy.” ACCESSORIZING IS EASY “You can never go wrong with a pink flamingo in the yard,” says Trixie. She also loves gold accents. Just try not to overdo it. “If you over-accessorize, pink can go dollhouse.” YOU’LL STAND OUT! A pink house is a strong choice: “It tells people who you are before they even come into your home.” Expect passersby to stop and snap photos—and embrace it. “Pink is magic.”…