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How to Make Your Living Room Look Bigger

December 29th, 2021
If you don’t have room for a 10-foot sofa or giant media console, you’re not alone. Those of us who dwell in an apartment or urban neighborhood frequently find that space is at a premium. If this describes your experience, you can choose to look at your limited living space as a creative design challenge. The key to living happily and beautifully in small quarters is combining space-saving a ...

Your Clutter-Clearing Plan for the New Year

December 27th, 2021
With an entire new year ahead of you, decluttering your home may not seem so hard. But after January, when that new year energy begins to wane, the prospect of tackling such a big project tends to overwhelm. Enter this month-by-month guide to clearing the clutter from every room of your house. I’ve zeroed in on areas of the home that I find fit with certain events, such as back-to-school or ...

14 Easy Last-Minute Holiday Decorating Ideas

December 15th, 2021
We’ve rounded up some favorite last-minute holiday decorating ideas on Houzz that can be completed almost as quickly as you can hum “Deck the Halls.” Take a look at these 14 easy and creative decorations for doorways, mantels, sideboards, dining tables and more that all take minutes, not hours, to put together. Do any spark inspiration for your home? Tell us in the Comments.1. Weave a Garland ...

3 Ways to Light the Garden With Less

December 13th, 2021
Lighting in the landscape has become more energy-efficient with the increased use of solar-powered and LED light fixtures. Landscape designs that use minimal lighting are another energy-efficient way to go. Here’s an introduction to energy-saving outdoor lighting choices, as well as design ideas to get you started on lighting your landscape in an energy-efficient — and cost-saving — way.Solar ...

Turn Your Shower Niche Into a Design Star

December 10th, 2021
They may seem like tiny details, but shower niches play a role in how well a modern shower functions. They prevent a jumble of bottles from taking up residence on the shower floor or cluttering up a windowsill or shower bench, instead keeping products neat and within easy reach. And because clear glass surrounds and open showers are so popular in bathrooms today, the niche has become a design ...

20 Festive Christmas Decorating Essentials Made Easy

December 8th, 2021
Dust off your twinkle lights and pull out that box of Christmas decor. It’s time to get decorating, and we have 20 beautiful and easy ideas to fire up your festive style at home. Better yet, all are quick, simple and designed to get the holiday spirit flowing.1. Hang a Wreath There’s something about a wreath on the front door that kindles a festive feeling. Christmas crafters might prefer to ...

Foolproof Storage Solutions for Corner Kitchen Cabinets

December 6th, 2021
In an L- or U-shaped kitchen plan, a question often comes up: What do I do with that corner cabinet? Corners can provide a lot of storage, but they don’t always make items very accessible. That juicer or bread-making machine you tucked away may never see the light of day again simply because you don’t want to fish it out of the deep recesses of a corner cabinet. However, there are options tha ...

12 Ways to Promote Wellness Through Home Design

December 1st, 2021
Designing for wellness at home means creating spaces that are good for physical and mental health. It incorporates everything from improving air quality to using textures, materials, colors, shapes and furniture layouts that ease anxiety and make us feel closer to nature. Here experts weigh in, offering advice on how people can promote wellness at home. While there are many elements to take i ...

24 Simple Pleasures and Treats for Your Holiday Countdown

November 29th, 2021
Hot cocoa, plaid blankets, twinkle lights. If you’re ready to indulge in the best goodies and experiences the winter holiday season has to offer, you’ve come to the right place. Up ahead are 24 small things to savor. Read the list and then add your own favorites in the Comments so we can all enjoy them. 1. Pull Out Your Favorite Board Games on a Cold Night Ditching Netflix for a round of Sc ...

How to Pare Down and Pack Up Before a Bathroom Remodel

November 22nd, 2021
Preparing for a bathroom remodel can be quite a time investment. Vetting and selecting a design-and-build team can be a huge task on its own. Choosing bathroom fixtures, fittings, finishes and colors might also take many hours. Once the date of the demolition has been set, I recommend scheduling a little more time to pare down bathroom supplies and pack remaining items in an organized fashio ...

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