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Do These Surprising Contemporary Exteriors Hint at the Future?

May 2nd, 2013
Walk down any suburban street, and you can probably guess the general layout of most of the houses. We are familiar with conventional houses and subconsciously absorb the clues their facades reveal — a tall, vertical window possibly reveals the stairs; a small window with opaque glass indicates a bathroom; a large window at street level usually opens into a family room. But ...

8 Little Remodeling Touches That Make a Big Difference

May 1st, 2013
When we did our remodel, our contractor suggested a thousand things I had never really thought about. They weren't necessarily design considerations; they were more quality-of-life considerations — just little things you didn't know you were missing until you had them. Here are eight little touches I didn't know I couldn't live without until I lived with them. What are yours? ...

10 Wonderful Ways to Colorize a White-Walled Room

April 30th, 2013
Have you ever been lucky enough to decorate a room that started with nothing but white walls to inspire you? The feeling is similar to the thrill an artist feels with a blank canvas, new paint and fresh ideas. It happens very rarely for me, the blank canvas part. In my business I typically have to start with many existing conditions, like an outdated fireplace, an inherited ...

6 Ways to Grow Edibles in Small Places

April 29th, 2013
People are more excited than ever these days to experiment with growing their own food and reaping the rewards of an edible garden. But what if you don’t have a huge amount of space? Are your dreams of a bountiful harvest coming from your own little plot unrealistic? Thankfully, that's not the case — there are actually a bunch of ways to produce a wide variety of edibles in small spa ...

8 Top Tile Types for Your Kitchen Backsplash

April 28th, 2013
The backsplash could be considered the most important part of your kitchen's design. No matter what material you choose, it's a focal point. Tile tends to be the most popular choice — for its flexibility in style, budget and application. Whether your backsplash goes up to the bottom of the upper cabinets, reaches all the way up to the ceiling or falls somewhere in between, ...

Bet Your Bottom Dollar on Cane Chairs for Stylish Seating

April 27th, 2013
Pull up a chair at the dining table of a family member or friend these days, and there's a strong possibility it will be a cane or Chippendale-style chair. The two styles are hot commodities on the flea market and thrift store scene, highly sought after to add a touch of whimsy or old-school flair to a room. The Chippendales of today are inspired by the chairs made by Thoma ...

What Might Our Living Rooms Say About Us?

April 10th, 2013
Like fashion, people's home design and decor choices say a lot about them. We don't want to jump to conclusions or judge a book by its cover, but often it's not too hard to understand some basics of a person's lifestyle by looking at a room. And that's because most of us want our houses to say something about us. We want them to be comfortable and functional, yes. But when i ...

11 Apartment Hunting Tips for Renters

April 10th, 2013
I distinctly remember one apartment hunt that brought me to tears. After sifting through dozens of not-right rentals, and with our moving-out date looming, we thought we finally had the perfect place in the bag — only to have it given to another applicant at the last moment. If you've ever had to look for an apartment, you know the process can be nerve-racking; even more so ...

18 Ways to Allergy-Proof Your Home

April 9th, 2013
If you or someone else in your house suffers from allergies, you'll want to get the house as allergen free as possible. Whether you are allergic to dust, pets, mold, pollen or all of the above, it can be hard to know where to begin. These 18 ways to combat allergens and create a cleaner, healthier home will get you started. by Ana Willi ...

Modern Sleekness and Serenity in Austin

April 8th, 2013
After renovating their downtown Austin, Texas, salon, Chris and Leigh Cortinaz decided it was time to give their house a modern makeover, too. They just needed a little motivation. "We were inspired by the visual effects of downtown Austin's skyline changing before our very eyes," says Chris. "That motivated us to follow through with our remodel." Working with architect Jare ...
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