March 2021 - Picturesque Home Magazine

The Benefits and Costs of Being a Dog Owner

Having a dog at home is a real pleasure, but not all of us are able to bring a furry

One of my favorite hobbies is looking through realtor websites and looking at houses in random towns across the country.

As I was taking out my trash this week, I passed by my orange tree and realized that the first

For most people, buying a new home is the biggest investment and most important decision of their lives. However, between

25 Inviting Pass-Through Kitchen Windows (25 photos)
If you’re tired of running between your fridge and your patio while you’re hosting outdoors, consider adding a pass-through kitchen window to your home renovation or new-build must-have list. Sometimes called a servery window, a pass-through window will let you — you guessed it — efficiently pass drinks,...
How to Declutter and Organize Your Things When Downsizing (11 photos)
When it comes to downsizing space, moving may not be as simple as just packing everything in boxes and unpacking them at your new home. Moving in any situation can be overwhelming. But if the new space is smaller or the room configurations aren’t the same as in your current home, it will take some planning...
How to Have Your Own Mini Wildflower Meadow in the City (6 photos)
You don’t need to live in the wide, open expanse of the country to have a wildflower garden at home. From choosing resilient plants to layering your plantings, you can echo the feeling of wildness in an attractive, tidy city garden. The following strategies will help you turn a smaller outdoor...
Kitchen of the Week: Two-Tone Style With a Butcher Block Island (10 photos)
After 19 years of living with their closed-off kitchen, this newly empty-nest couple decided it was time for a fresh start. They wanted a more open connection to the nearby dining and living rooms, as well as upgraded appliances, more countertop surface and better style.To achieve their goals,...