Blog by Beebe Cline, PREC*

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Is a Wet Room Right for You?

May 27th, 2022
As open-plan living becomes increasingly popular, it’s no surprise that the concept has extended to the bathroom. For homeowners seeking a serene retreat that feels like a visit to a spa, wet-room-style bathrooms are a natural fit. These types of bathrooms usually feature a curbless shower area and maybe a freestanding tub, and the airy design allows for sleek, contemporary and luxurious fini ...

How to Pare Down and Pack Up for a Garage Makeover

April 15th, 2022
Many of my clients are rethinking the way they use their garages after spending more time at home over the last few years. During the height of the pandemic, garages were used as art studios, home gyms and classrooms. Now many people want to upgrade their space with new flooring and storage systems because they realize the value of this additional real estate.Clients often feel overwhelmed by ...

10 Reasons to Get Rid of More Clutter

April 13th, 2022
Is clearing clutter on your to-do list this year? Having trouble getting started? Sometimes finding the proper motivation is what finally gets us to take action on a goal — so to help, here are 10 good reasons to give clutter the boot, once and for all.1. Enjoy more free time. A clutter-free abode makes it much easier to find what you need when you need it — meaning less time wasted looking f ...

10 Simple Tips for Transforming Your Home Life

April 11th, 2022
It’s very easy to be blind to a home’s eccentricities. We become so familiar with the funny layouts, annoying bits of design and odd habits we’ve acquired in managing our space that we forget to make any changes. Sometimes, though, the tiniest tweak can make the biggest difference in how simple and enjoyable a home is to use. These little adjustments may seem obvious when spelled out, yet it ...

Three Magic Words for a Clean Home and a Better Life

April 8th, 2022
Ask anyone who knows me well: For years and years, a passion of mine was cleaning and organizing. This might lead you to believe that our home was a bastion of tidiness and order, but the truth is, I was constantly fighting against chaos. Unfortunately it was more a battle of the mind: I read books and tried various plans; I studied my organized friends and family and thought about it incessa ...

8 Kitchen Organizing Ideas for Messy Cooks

April 6th, 2022
I’ve always loved to cook. My stove gets a daily workout, my recipe books number in the hundreds, and I have so many pots, dishes and kitchen gadgets that I rotate them in and out of storage. With enthusiasm comes a price, however: an unruly mess that somehow has overtaken every flat surface by the time I untie my apron. My husband, who is of the clean-as-you-go school of cooking, is mystifi ...

Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist 2022

April 4th, 2022
With the days lengthening and weather warming, spring is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects. With the threat of winter storms past, you can look for damage and make any needed repairs, as well as prep your home and garden for summer. We spoke with an expert to get some tips on what to watch for this season, from proper irrigation to mosquitoes and termites (oh my ...

10 Decluttering Projects You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less

March 21st, 2022
Let’s face it: Clearing clutter doesn’t usually top our list of fun things to do. Sure, the joy of a clutter-free space is something we can all get behind, but finding the time (and the motivation) to make it happen is quite another matter. That’s where quickie clutter clearing comes in. Instead of waiting for that mythical perfect storm of ample time, energy and motivation to appear (spoiler ...

How to Plan for a Bathroom Remodel

March 18th, 2022
The trick to making the renovation of your bathroom a success is solid planning, both in establishing what you want from the space and knowing what to ask your designer. Here, three professionals answer key questions.What Do I Want in the Bathroom From a Functional Perspective? As a starting point, think through key elements, says Cat Hoad of Absolute Project Management. “Do you definitely w ...

7 Stylish Home Offices

March 16th, 2022
Whether you’re firing off a few emails or running a business from home, a dedicated office space helps you get focused and organized. But a sterile corporate office environment is the last thing a home needs. Here, design and remodeling pros share ideas on bringing style and function to a home office.1. Business Blues Designers: Laura Umansky and Blair Usnick of Laura U Design CollectiveLoca ...

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