Monthly Archives: May 2019
Get Ready For Summer
Summer’s just around the corner and we’ve got a few household tasks you should knock out before it gets too hot. Tackle these projects and you’ll be more than ready for impromptu party-throwing. Prep for Spring With These To-Dos Get your home in tip-top shape with these quick and easy spring spruce-ups. From cleaning your... Read More
Great Ideas For Summer Outdoor Lounging
Photos from 10 gorgeous decks and porches offer inspiration for just about every region, style and mood! If the weather in your area is starting to warm and the sun is hanging around a bit longer, you’ve probably been eyeing any and all slivers of outdoor space with big dreams of soaking up the spring and summer... Read More
Your Backyard Party Checklist
Think of the backyard party as the dinner party’s easygoing little sibling. Not sure if you’ll have eight people or 18? No problem — just ask folks to bring something extra to throw on the grill. Hate cleaning house just to have people over? Now you don’t have to! Of course, for all its laid-back... Read More
8 Relaxing Backyard Around The World Decks
This coffee-break escape offers dozens of cleverly placed decks that are worth a peek. 5 & 8 are my favorites – what are yours?… Do you long for a deck to stretch out on but have only a postage-stamp patch of an outdoor area? Never fear, this collection of compact but cleverly designed decks will provide all... Read More
Installing French Doors: What You Should Know
One of the most popular entry doors, especially for patios and side entrances, French doors can allow light and a breeze into your home. Read on for style, purchasing and installation tips. Whether it’s an exterior entrance off your home’s dining room, living room, master bedroom or any other space, French doors are a classic and timeless... Read More
The Top 5 Hidden Factors That Influence Home Value
When you’re shopping for (or selling) a home, it’s normal to wonder why one home is priced five or six figures higher or lower than another home on the same block. Some factors that influence a home’s valueare obvious, but what about the price influencers that are a little less obvious and more difficult to measure?... Read More
This Laundry Room Works Hard & Has Fun Too
Designers perk up this multipurpose space with a bold and colorful new look and decor from the homeowners’ adventures. Laundry Room at a Glance Who uses this space: A couple with three grown children Size: 104 square feet (9.7 square meters) Designers: Rosa Plaza Dest, principal, and Ande Barriola, assistant, at Rosa Dest InteriorsThe laundry room works hard for these North... Read More