Mixed Pattern Eclectic Loft

When mixing patterns, think scale: use one small, one medium and one large.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

13 Ways to Add Holiday Flair to Your Front Porch in Ten Minutes: Grouped Lanterns

Add some old world charm to your front porch with a grouping of different glass front lanterns ranging in size and finish. The flames will add instant ambience and warmth to your entry.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Covered Patio With Arched Doorway and Exposed Ceiling Beams

This covered patio lets you enjoy the great outdoors in style. Exposed ceiling beams highlight the home's architectural style, while an open arched doorway to the backyard mirrors the arched doorways into the house.

From: Breeze Giannasio

SCAD Builds a Garden

The bee is the Savannah College of Art and Design's mascot, "a unique icon of industry" says SCAD president Paula Wallace. The bee is also the star of a new organic garden and apiary legacy project and teaching tool at the college where students can learn about a host of relevant topics including garden design; sustainability; use of plants in beauty and fragrance products; the use of beeswax in jewelry-making and painting; and how to dye fabrics using plants. In just about every way SCAD Back40 is the perfect, holistic teaching tool and laboratory for a school perpetually expanding its approach to incorporating real world practices into its curriculum. Pictured: a bee pollinating anise hyssop.

Explosion of Color

Featured in this raised bed is an appealing cacophony of color including hot pink dianthus (a type of sweet William); lighter pink yarrow (Achillea Millefolium); hot pink salvia in the background; golden coleus 'Wizard' in the foreground and 'Sunshine' ligustrum, miniature to the left and right.

Raised Beds

Brick raised beds and bamboo trellises make this organic garden as attractive as it is functional.

Contemporary Kitchen With Modern Walk-in Pantry

This contemporary kitchen has a large walk-in pantry built into the cabinetry for optimal hidden storage space. Just outside the pantry, a marble backsplash and sleek kitchen island complete the modern look of the space.

From: TerraCotta Design Build

Shabby Chic Nursery With Floral Wallpaper

Beautiful floral wallpaper by Anewall makes a lush backdrop in this nursery. Blush pink and gold accents continue the romantic theme. Acrylic crib: babyletto

From: Little Crown Interiors

Sit and Stay Awhile

Even opportunities to sit and relax have been made design-friendly at SCAD's Back40 garden.

Great Room with a Great View

Cozy furnishings and the stone fireplace are the stars of this great room, which also features a vaulted ceiling with wood beams. The sliding glass doors let in natural light and open to a side wrap around porch that offers incredible views.

From: Noble Johnson Architects, LLC

White Chef Kitchen with Island Seating

White, bright and efficient, this kitchen has it all. Plenty of space to share at meal at the island, while the stylish chrome pendant lights and stainless range backsplash tie in with the appliances.

From: Noble Johnson Architects, LLC

Rustic Informal Dining Area and Great Room

Vaulted, high ceilings harmonize with the stone fireplace and wood beams for a cozy, inviting and informal gathering space. Two sets of french doors open to the patio and pool terrace.

From: Noble Johnson Architects, LLC

British Garden Design

SCAD Back40's design is modeled on a formal English garden with raised beds and walkways radiating out from the main building where classes are taught and garden tools are stored.

Pantry in Cottage Kitchen

The pantry was seamlessly integrated into the kitchen cabinets with matching doors. More cabinets could be stacked on top to maximize storage space.

From: Noble Johnson Architects, LLC

Multicolored Eclectic Sitting Room With Zebra Rug

Live the rainbow in this whimsical living room that boldly layers bright colors, patterns and exotic elements like the zebra rug.

From: Abbe Fenimore

Open Plan Kitchen Boasts Timeless Appeal

To create character in this neutral space, designers added gray, shaker cabinets on the island to complement the white cabinets and white backsplash that were used throughout the rest of the space. Then, they added decorative hardware and interesting light fixtures to really round out the space.

From: Brooke Wagner

Modern - Rectangle Pool Area

Rectangle-Form: Who wouldn't love to relax around this pool? This rectangle look of this patio and pool area are an outdoor paradise. The rectangle shape gives a lot of space to work with and a modern look.

From: Hilton & Hyland

Neutral Contemporary Bedroom With Gallery Wall

Large dressers double as nightstands, giving this master bedroom extra storage. The walls are dressed up with a collection of artwork in the room's same black, white and gold palette.

From: Thurman Design Studio

Backyard Swimming Pool With Teak Patio Lounge Chairs

Thanks to a thick wall of trees and shrubs, this swimming pool and patio enjoys complete privacy. Flagstone gives dimension to the patio and has a more natural look than concrete. Teak lounge chairs offer respite from the sun or serve as the perfect spot to tan.

From: Antonio Martins