Consider the setting for your bench. A rustic bench is a natural addition to a woodland or cottage garden. It would look good overlooking a pond, or next to a meadow sown with wildflower seeds.

If you have an old door stowed away, think twice before taking it to the dump. With this DIY project, you can use it to ...

Add large antique and patinated mirrors An antique ... round vintage mirror above a rustic wooden bench to serve as a welcoming place to perch in a hallway. The subtle distressing echoes the ...

Also, consider the style of your home and choose a bench that complements it. Whether you prefer a traditional, modern, or rustic look, there are plenty of options available. The material of the ...

For example, an antique oak side table or bench beautifully contrasts the lightness of an entryway with white walls.' To achieve the modern rustic look, adding lots of cozy textiles to your home is a ...

From built-in cabinets to rolling carts to small kitchen set-ups, these designer-approved home bar ideas will ensure you’re ...

Here are 10 homes with wonderful front porches you can use for inspiration in decorating your own outside living space. This ...

I now think not. Let me explain why. My Confirmation Tales post from yesterday—an expanded version of my early Wednesday morning post here at Bench Memos—includes a big thanks to the late ...

Set the mood in your Italian cottage (or apartment) with this antique candle lantern. The accent has a rustic coloring ... It has a bench design that feels casual yet still elevated, and the ...

If there’s one thing I’ve learned about Wisconsin, it’s how lovely the local landscape is for a getaway. Here in the Badger State, geomorphic remnants from the ...