L & M Designs

10/20/2026

They have everything. They want nothing. And “I don’t know” is apparently their Christmas wish list. 🎁

Skip the panic candle this year. Our Holiday Gift Guide has handcrafted ideas with a little more personality.

Who’s the hardest person on your list? No need to tag them. 😂

Find unique handcrafted holiday gifts that stand out from generic options. Discover meaningful home décor gifts that people will enjoy long after the holidays.

10/13/2026

Halloween can be a little spooky without looking like the seasonal aisle staged a hostile takeover. 🎃

Think warm lantern light, weathered wood, rich autumn colors, and a few unexpected pieces with stories to tell. Less disposable décor, more atmosphere.

Our latest blog shares ideas for a Halloween home that’s moody, memorable, and still has a sense of humor. And yes, the skeleton that makes everyone laugh gets to stay.

Read it here:

L & M Designs

09/08/2026

🌿 Your backyard shouldn't close when the sun goes down — or when the cushions get messed up.

There's a certain kind of patio that makes you nervous to sit on. Perfectly staged. Perfectly arranged. Nobody actually using it.

We think outdoor spaces deserve better than that.

They deserve muddy shoes, coffee rings, friends who stay too late, and chairs that get moved because that's where the shade is now.

Our latest blog is about designing outdoor spaces for real life — not for photographs.

Forget the picture-perfect patio. Discover why the best outdoor spaces are comfortable, personal, imperfect and designed for real life, real people and memories worth making.

08/25/2026

Does your space feel different and new after sunset, get a new feel!! Read this...

Discover how outdoor lighting transforms patios, gardens and backyards after sunset using warm light, shadows, lanterns, layered lighting and thoughtful placement.

08/18/2026

Want to keep that outdoor furniture looking sharp year after year? Then read this article.....

Learn how to protect outdoor furniture through every season with practical care tips for wood, metal, cushions and recycled materials—from spring cleaning to winter storage.

08/12/2026

Living in Colorado? Need to get the best material for your outdoor furniture? Read this it will help you out.....

What outdoor furniture actually survives Colorado weather? Explore black walnut, recycled wood, metal, teak, cedar, aluminum and HDPE—and learn how to choose furniture you'll love for years.

07/21/2026

Have you designed your Summer space yet? Take a look at this blog for some great ideas....

Learn how to design welcoming outdoor spaces that encourage conversation, comfort, and connection. Discover summer entertaining ideas from L & M Designs.

07/07/2026

Do you love gardening? Do you have that special focal point, this article will help you pick out that special point in your garden....

Discover how focal points transform outdoor spaces using benches, lighting, wreaths, and statement décor to create memorable and intentional garden design.

07/01/2026

Don't us miss on July 4th From 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at A Paris Street Market at Aspen Grove Shopping Center (7301 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120) lots to see 🤩👍

07/01/2026

Happy 250 America.......

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring the history of handcrafted furniture, the evolution of American craftsmanship, and why handmade pieces still matter today.