Ah, remember the first time you laid eyes on your home? Whether it was love at first sight or a relationship you knew you could build on, you probably felt that excited spark. But as with most relationships, how we feel about our home can fizzle a bit with time.… read more →
Fresh blooms have a unique way of adding beauty and life to any space. Of course, it’s no accident on the homeowners’ part. When you’re given notice that a photographer is stopping by to shoot your space one afternoon, you make damn sure beds are made, and an arrangement of flowers… read more →
You just completed your big move across the country, unpacked your precious belongings and bolted your prized 60-something-inch, backlit, LCD, LED, super-plasma, 3D flat-screen television (with Wi-Fi!) to the wall. Now comes the hard part: deciding on the television service that will fill your fancy wall box. It used to… read more →
In today’s American homes, the location of the laundry room has moved from the traditional basement to the first or sometimes even the second floor, or adjacent to a master suite. This change in location has created some liabilities that should be anticipated by homeowners. Consider the water hoses running from… read more →
Property history research gives you a picture of how the history of your property developed through the years. The history may purely serve to staunch your curiosity. But you may also learn why some things were built as they were and—potentially—learn more information to help you fix or update your home. If you’re… read more →
Mixed Metals In London, designer Kelly Hoppen says mixing warm metals, such as copper and rose gold, with cool ones like silver is particularly hot right now. Los Angeles designer Jamie Bush agreed, saying he is no longer interested in matching every metal finish in a single room: “It’s too… read more →
When that certain lovable Muppet Kermit the Frog sang “It isn’t Easy Being Green” so long ago, chances are pretty good that he wasn’t referring to how easy it is to help the environment. Helping the world go greener can begin with you. Anything from purchasing the right appliances to… read more →
One of the most overlooked areas of a home is the attic. Often forgotten except to store old boxes and keepsakes, attics actually have a lot of potential when it comes to remodeling your home, creating more living space, and opening up the space you already have. Here’s some attic… read more →
When purchasing your dream home, a corner lot may be worth consideration, depending on your perspective. Some prospective buyers find corner lots attractive, while others would rather avoid the concerns that can converge at a street corner. Consider these six questions to determine whether a corner lot is the right choice for you:… read more →
Major appliances don’t last forever. It’s a sad fact of homeownership. One day the boiler will go cold. The microwave will beep no more. The window air conditioning unit will grow warm. Each one is expected to last only a certain time. If that time is just around the corner, maybe you should… read more →