Granite has ruled the world of kitchen counter tops for more than a decade. But in the last few years, homeowners have started branching out. Right now, wood, butcher block style counter tops are a particularly popular alternative. Wood counters have a relaxed, natural quality and a warm, homey feel – a great option for […]
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Apr
Apr
Earth Day is celebrating its 45th anniversary this April 22nd, but for almost half a century, its goals have remained the same: to promote awareness about environmental problems, and to help encourage and empower people to start solving them. This year, I’d like to suggest a few simple ways to help green your life – […]
"Green" Home, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Outdoor Living
Ventless Fireplaces To Warm Up Any Home For The Holidays
04
Dec
Dec
To me, there’s nothing that signals the beginning of the holiday season quite like the first time my family lights a fire in the fireplace. But these days, all grown up and in an apartment far away from that childhood hearth, the beginning of fall seemed a little extra chilly – in more ways than […]
"Green" Home, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Outdoor Living
Home Office Sheds: Making It Easier Than Ever To Work From Home
10
Nov
Nov
Being able to work from home is something of a mixed blessing. You have a lot more freedom to dress how you want, work when you choose, and customize and personalize your space any way you see fit. But this flexibility also means a lack of structure, and trying to work in a house full […]
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Oct
Oct
By definition novelty items are shiny, new, unique, and unusual; by reputation, they’re short-lived and pretty junky. Once the thrill of that new cupcake-baker wears off, for example, it’s probably going to spend a lot of time gathering dust in the back of your cabinets. But while beer hats and bikini aprons fit nicely into […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Latest Trends
Staircase Nooks: Creative Ways To Use The Space Beneath A Staircase
09
Oct
Oct
In every house, there’s wasted space somewhere – a spot that’s underutilized, overlooked or even walled in. These can be spaces you look at every day and never think about, but that have the potential to do wonders for your home. The blank space under a staircase is one that can be especially useful; it’s […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers, Toilets
Important Water Saving Features For Your Next Bathroom Remodel
09
Apr
Apr
Installing water saving fixtures is hands down the best investment you can make during a bathroom remodel of any size or scope. Not only will these fixtures immediately begin paying for themselves in water savings, they’ll also appeal to potential future buyers, who are increasingly looking for more eco friendly bathrooms. For some, making the […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Flooring, Latest Trends
Wood Floors In The Bathroom? How To Get The Look And Guard Against Water Damage
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Feb
Feb
Water and wood don’t play well together. We’ve all known that since the first time our mothers scolded us for not using a coaster. So it might seem counter intuitive that homeowners are going gaga for wood floors in one of the wettest rooms in the home: the bathroom. Sure, wood floors have a warm, […]
"Green" Home, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Latest Trends
Trendy Alternatives To A Traditional Granite Kitchen Countertop
10
Feb
Feb
For many years now, granite has reigned supreme as the material of choice for kitchen counters. But while granite remains a popular and desirable choice, a few clear competitors are finally starting to emerge. If you’re planning a major kitchen remodel, we’ve got a few alternatives to the same-old granite slab, as well as a […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers
Six Unique Ways To Add Reclaimed Wood To Your Bathroom
08
Feb
Feb
Reclaimed wood is becoming one of the hottest materials in all of home design this year, a nice convergence of the trend toward a more rustic, industrial style decor and homeowners’ growing desire to use sustainable materials. Surprisingly, this is even true in the bathroom – a space where wood is traditionally a no-no – […]