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Your Space Can Help You Get Down to Work. Here's How

August 5th, 2013
Your Space Can Help You Get Down to Work. Here's How Feed your creativity and reduce distractions with the right work surfaces, the right chair, and a good balance of sights and sounds Follow Laura Gaskill Houzz Contributor. Visit my blog for doable... More » Comment 10 Bookmar ...

Wake Up Your Kitchen With a Deluxe Coffee Center

August 4th, 2013
A dedicated coffee station is on many kitchen wish lists. Having a spot to brew your favorite cup of joe in the morning or to serve guests an after-dinner espresso is a big favorite in kitchens today. While a coffee center really doesn't need more than a coffee machine and cups, today's deluxe coffee centers use all sorts of appliances and accents to take the art of coffee t ...

10 Things to Ask Your Contractor Before You Start Your Project

August 3rd, 2013
Remodeling or building a new home is a big financial and emotional investment. It can also be a big investment of your time if you want to be closely involved in the decision-making. Knowing what to expect before the project gets started will help you better prepare for the process. Here are 10 questions you should always ask your contractor before starting a home remodeling ...

17 Ways to Decorate With Everyday Things

August 2nd, 2013
Netflix has changed the way we binge watch TV — instead of being way behind because you are only on season three of Breaking Bad, you're behind if you haven't watched an entire brand new series two days after it premieres. In an effort to stay up to date, I've been watching the new series Orange Is the New Black, and I'm constantly amazed at the ingenuity the inmates use to make ...

Turn Your Smart Phone Into a Home Security System

August 2nd, 2013
A home security system is nothing more than sensors that detect what's going on in and around your home, plus equipment connected to those sensors that lets you monitor them. The main sensors, of course, are motion detectors, cameras and microphones. And the equipment for monitoring these includes computers with monitors.It turns out that smart phones have all the electronic ...

12 Tips for Living Well in Your Loft or Studio

August 1st, 2013
Houzz is the new way to design your home. Sign Up Decorating Small Homes Lofts 12 Tips for Living Well in Your Loft or Studio Short on storage? No separate bedroom? Here's how to maximize space and turn your loft or studio into a home that suit ...

Why Men Really Do Need a Cave

May 26th, 2013
Calm down, ladies. When a man wants his own space in the house — be it a cave, garage, bar, media room, billiards hall, woodshop or bowling alley — it’s not a red flag indicating that he's rebelling in your relationship, trying to avoid you or shirking social commitments. In fact, having one’s own personalized space is actually necessary and important psychologically for every ...

Are These the Best Houses in the World?

May 25th, 2013
A white box covered in Teflon-coated fiberglass fabric in the Netherlands. A Cor-Ten-clad volume cantilevering over a glass shop in Pittsburgh. A house in Tokyo composed solely of glass and small platforms of white steel. A raised concrete box in West Africa designed by two German artists. A seven-story concrete tower serving as a house and office for Chilean architects. The ...

8 Outdoor Playspace Ideas to Nurture Kids' Imaginations

May 24th, 2013
Isn’t it funny that so many of our young children ignore their presents in favor of the box? And why not? A box isn’t just a box. It’s a fort, a rocket ship, a car, a boat ... And the same idea goes for outdoor playscapes. Jungle gyms can be a fun addition to a yard, but the importance of free and imaginative outdoor play can't be overstated. Exploring an ever-changing envir ...

Design Your Ideal Dining Room

May 23rd, 2013
Living rooms get a lot of attention, but a dining room that suits your style and fits your needs can make each day a bit richer. So why not give yours a little extra love? If you haven't been using your dining room, it could be that setting it up properly will inspire you to dine there more often. And if sit-down dinners don't match up with your lifestyle, there are plenty o ...
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