HGTV Magazine July/August 2022

Everyone knows that half the fun of shopping is the hunt. Kate Doherty gets to browse through accessories and furniture all day long—and she scores! Over the years, these pages have featured close to 20,000 Kate finds, including things you probably never knew counted as decor. (Hot pink acrylic backgammon set, anyone?) Kate’s fascination with shopping started early: As a child, she roamed antique fairs with her parents. Then she grew up and named her Instagram @kate_loves_stuff. This month she tracked down outdoor items so stylish, they turn takeout and beers on the deck into fine dining. Kate, we’ll be toasting you from our new rainbow-striped cord chairs.…

hot + iron ore BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS “I originally painted this door blue and planned to do white for the siding, but I decided to break out. Deep gray and zingy raspberry feel different from other houses in the neighborhood. Gray’s a neutral, but this dark shade has personality, and the pink is sophisticated yet fun—fitting for a Dutch door.” —Sandy Kritzinger, @collaborativeinterior, Cornelius, NC nairobi dusk BY BEHR “When I was in the Moroccan desert on a trip a few years ago, I saw beautiful shimmering sunsets. I re-created them in my bathroom! In the evening light, the color turns a gorgeous luminescent orange that instantly transports you to the golden hour in the Sahara.” —Tommy Lei, @mybelonging, Los Angeles, CA martha’s vineyard BY BENJAMIN MOORE “My clients really like green. This blade-of-grass shade punches up the neutral sofa. And…

47% say hydrangeas 22% say peonies 16% say geraniums 12% say zinnias 3% say begonias Hydrangeas win by a landslide! Nearly half of the 2,000 people who responded to our poll consider these showstoppers the cream of the crop. The gorgeous, fluffy blooms have stood the test of time—fossils date as far back as 65 million years. LOOKIN’ GOOD, GARDENER h2ohhh Hydrangeas thrive on consistent moisture. You should water them several times a week at the plant base, until the soil is damp about an inch below the surface. DANIELLE DRISCOLL @FINDINGSILVERPENNIES; HYDRANGEA, PEONY, GERANIUM, BEGONIA: GETTY IMAGES; ZINNIA: COURTESY OF PROVEN WINNERS…

$608 This modern classic was inspired by an 18th-century Chinese vase. Bungalow 5 Thalia 30"-tall porcelain lamp base, burkedecor.com $173 It’s all about the details: a perky stripe of ball trim and a crisp welt. Knowles 20" x 20" polyester pillow, easternaccents.com $1,699 An LED headlight, a digital odometer, and a rechargeable battery equal one high-tech ride. Sol Eclipse electric bike in sorbet, blixbike.com $548 These chic French café chairs are woven by hand. Riviera resin wicker and powder-coated-aluminum armchair in Atlantic, serenaandlily.com $65 Artisans affx each bead to these exquisite table toppers. Kenya beaded coasters, price is for a set of 4, vongernhome.com $1,150 Marbleized swirls mesmerize on a side table. Made Goods Raine 18"H x 14"-diameter lacquered resin stool in green swirl, meadowblu.com $65 In pretty pastels, it might be the Instagram pool float of the summer. Sunnylife Campervan 71"-wide PVC pool float, kohls.com $3,190 Check out the light-reflecting band…

PRESENTED BY HOW TO CHOOSE THE PERFECT MATTRESS You spend one-third of your life in bed, why not make it wonderful? MAKE IT PERSONAL Scale the size to your space and match the firmness to your sleep style. Map out your bedroom to determine whether a king or a queen would be the best fit. If you sleep with a partner (or pets!), it may be worth sizing up. Find the right feel—Firm, Plush, or Ultra Plush—based on your usual sleep position. THINK LONG TERM A high-quality mattress should last up to 10 years, so invest in comfort, durability, and support. Research how it’s made—the materials used for the interior and the exterior can have a major impact on comfort and durability over time. TRUST THE LEGACY Seek out a brand with a proven track record. Stearns &…