Don’t get it wrong here; it’s not a screenshot of a Google Maps. After you are done using this tool, you will find that it is stylized enough for you to qualify it with a ‘wow’. Map -> Image is a free web tool coded by Stamen Design, a design studio in San Francisco. And that’s the default place you spot when you land here. But you can very well fly to other places around the globe by plugging in a city or a town name (or a ZIP code for U....

If you grow lavender, you might already know that it isn’t one of the best winter flowers to plant, but they can prove invaluable in the winter garden. ‘Lavender is a drought-tolerant plant that can survive most winters without too much fuss. However, in areas with severe winter weather, it is best to take some precautions to ensure your lavender plants survive the cold months,’ advises Brody Hall, Certified Horticulturist and co-founder at The Indoor Nursery (opens in new tab)....

What is a rain chain? you might ask. I had absolutely no idea myself at first but now I simply would not live without one. This simple home addition directs rainwater off my roof (much like my gutters and drainpipe) but redirects it elsewhere rather than into a drain. Now I have installed a rain chain, I will never go back. Here is why I think you should give it a go too....

In all, I count around 14 bathroom remodels, that I’ve done myself, excluding powder rooms. And that’s not counting all those bathroom design ideas I’ve helped friends and family with. Home additions aside, remodelling a bathroom is second only to a kitchen for spend, necessary forethought and planning, so getting it right is vital. Over the years I’ve made both good choices and bad, and every single bathroom renovation has taught me something new....

The five-bedroom estate easily qualifies as one of the world’s best homes – featuring 13,000 square feet of living space and 1,000 square feet of decks that overlook the canyon and Los Angeles’ skyline. Alongside its prestigious postcode, the home is admired for its architecturally designed good looks – from its white pillared façade to its walls of glass that fill the property with natural light. The compound is also entirely automated by Savant, a smart home service that offers the ultimate high-tech experience....

Having tested both the best juicers and the best blenders, we think both appliances play an indispensable part in any kitchen. And while blenders do so much more than make smoothies, there’s no denying that homemade juice from a juicer also tastes more like you might expect from your favorite freshly-pressed store-bought juice. However, there is more to both appliances, and if you only have space for one, it’s important to know all the distinctions and which one works best for which funciton....

The duplex penthouse in the heart of New York City is filled with light, enjoying sensational views of the city, including the High Line and Hudson River. The Oscar winning actress, now primarily lives in the UK with her husband Edward Abel Smith. However, the star purchased the three-bedroom apartment in 2004 with her now ex-husband, Oscar-winning filmmaker, producer and director Sam Mendes. See inside Anne Hathaway’s New York penthouse apartment (opens in new tab)...

More Work, More Apps More Work, More Apps Imagine a typical day for anyone using a smartphone. You wake up, check your phone’s notifications, get ready to leave for work, make a few calls or emails, and then either enjoy your favorite podcast or music collection while on your commute to work. A few check-ins, tweets, and other social media updates later, you’re on your work desk and getting things done....

The first thing to consider, she advises, is what the chair will be used for. Think about whether it’s a dining chair or a piece that needs to be upright, or whether it’s a chair for reclining and relaxing. The purpose of the chair will help inform the type of fabric you need to invest in. Consider the practicalities: linen looks fabulous for laidback luxe, but won’t hold its own for too long if children and/or dogs decide it’s their favorite new spot....

Some natural materials develop a rich patina, others become more characterful with wear and tear, but if you prefer a more pristine look, or you want low maintenance, they may not be for you. When compiling kitchen ideas, it is tempting to focus on the room’s finished look, but the functionality, durability and ease of cleaning of the kitchen countertop you choose is a priority, too, because longevity must be a top consideration for anyone remodelling....

Offering far more than mere practicality, a good kitchen lighting scheme is a decorating tool in its own right. Light can make a room feel larger and airier; it can play with proportions and disguise unfavorable aspects; and it can radically change the mood, running the spectrum from dramatic and invigorating to soft and relaxing. Here are just some of the kitchen lighting ideas and golden rules to follow to bring a new dimension and depth when planning kitchen lighting....

When designing an ’entertainment kitchen’, there are many important elements to get right. This type of kitchen is a space into which we welcome guests, as well as one we enjoy day to day too – for everything from cooking and eating as a family to working from home. So, in other words, this type of kitchen needs to multi-task – so your chosen kitchen ideas need to be clever. From seating to storage, layout, and lighting, there is much to consider for kitchens for entertaining, so we are on hand with a collection of inspiring ideas and advice from the experts so you can establish the right design for your space....

The image comes by way of Linus Tech Tips, who posted a couple of images. Showcasing the HONOR 20 Pro and its packaging in all of them. From what we can see, the HONOR 20 Pro will be reusing the same punch hole display that the brand initially used with its View20 that launched earlier in the year. — Linus Tech Tips (@LinusTech) May 2, 2019 Besides the picture and the confirmation of a punch hole display, HONOR hasn’t officially given anything else about the HONOR 20 Pro....