Blog by Beebe Cline, PREC*

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Where to Splurge and Where to Save When Decorating

June 17th, 2022
There are some fundamental areas of the home where it makes sense to invest more on certain pieces — or to hold back in lieu of something more rewarding. To help you create a balanced decor budget, here are areas to invest more in and areas where you can invest less. Splurge Durable, upholstered seating. Your primary sofa, sectional or other plush upholstered seating should be comfortable, d ...

4 Designer Tips for Creating a Fashionable Entry

June 15th, 2022
Often overlooked, the entry to a home can set the decorative vibe for the rest of the interiors. The area should be inviting and welcoming, but also should coordinate with the style throughout the home. And while there are many things you can do to make those things happen, here are my four go-to tips that I always return — or better yet, come home — to. 1. Bring Color to the Door The exteri ...

How to Organize Your Garage on Nearly Any Budget

June 13th, 2022
Many of us covet a tidy, organized garage. But let’s face it, organizational supplies and systems can be expensive, and the choices confusing. Fear not! A well-organized garage is within reach, thanks to different products and solutions that suit a wide range of budgets. Whether you’re looking to repurpose what you already own or you’re planning for custom-designed garage storage, this guide ...

How to Declutter and Organize Your Things When Downsizing

May 31st, 2022
When it comes to downsizing space, moving may not be as simple as just packing everything in boxes and unpacking them at your new home. Moving in any situation can be overwhelming. But if the new space is smaller or the room configurations aren’t the same as in your current home, it will take some planning and thought on where you should place and store your belongings. Moving may feel intim ...

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 ...
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