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10 More Smashing Black Kitchens

December 16th, 2017
It’s been two years since our first roundup of smashing black kitchens incited a big conversation. We’ve got an amazing array of new black kitchen photos from around the world to peruse since then. I think it’s high time to take a look at the dark kitchens that the pros have added to their portfolios — here are 10 fabulous standouts. Riccardo Gasperoni 1. The Fashionista I ...

10 Decluttering Projects You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less

December 15th, 2017
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 (spoil ...

7 Things to Do This Weekend

December 14th, 2017
With just one weekend to go before Thanksgiving, the countdown to turkey day has truly begun! If you’re hosting, your checklist probably feels miles long. But even if you’re visiting family for the holiday, there are still travel plans to nail down and bags to pack. Here are seven ideas to get ready for the big meal, including taking your tablescape for a test run, clearing space in the fri ...

Jump-Start Your Kitchen With These Minimalist Essentials

December 13th, 2017
Whether you’re setting up your kitchen for the first time, downsizing or just aiming to simplify your life with a more minimalist kitchen setup, this guide is a good place to begin. If you own only the 22 items on this list (we’ll assume you’re starting with a can opener) you’ll be in good shape to tackle everything from pancakes to roast chicken. What you won’t find here: cake pans, a turk ...

How to Hang Your Holiday Lights

December 7th, 2017
Holiday lights take time, effort and planning. There’s no way around that. But if you’re going to do it, here are some tips and tricks to help ensure that your lights are festive and safe this holiday season. We chatted with two professionals — Keith Pinkerton, owner of a Mr. Electric franchise, and Brandon Stephens, president of Christmas Decor — to answer your questions and learn how the ...

How Much Space You Need (and What to Do if You Don’t Have It)

December 6th, 2017
No matter the size of your home, it’s important to make room not just for your furnishings, but also for sufficient circulation space in which to move around and enjoy your home properly. I’ve put together some of the most common rules for how much negative space you need, along with suggestions for how to handle tricky scenarios where there just isn’t enough space. After all, sometimes you ...

Squeezing Warm Contemporary Comfort Into a 45-Square-Foot Bath

December 5th, 2017
sO Interiors Photos by Becca Wallace PhotographyBathroom at a GlanceWho lives here: A coupleLocation: Ottawa, OntarioSize: About 45 square feet (4 square meters); 7 feet 10 inches by 5 feet 9 inchesDesigner: Susan Ozipko of sO Interiors Before Photo Before: With their nest empty, the owners of this midcentury modern home were ready to update their bathrooms. Thi ...

Fraser-Mount Pleasant Open House!

December 4th, 2017
We are proud to announce that this Dec 9th, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 760 KINGSWAY in Kingsgate Manor in the Fraser-Mount Pleasant neighborhood, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Fraser-Mount Pleasant.Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Fraser-Mount Pl ...

What’s the Best Way to Spend the Week After Christmas?

December 3rd, 2017
The week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve can feel like limbo time. Perhaps you feel tired from travel or from spending time with your imperfect family. If you have kids out of school, the normal routines are off. Maybe you love celebrating Christmas, but now that it’s over, you feel the postholiday slump. If you’re lucky enough to have some time off, the week after Christmas can be a w ...

Gift Ideas for the Clutter-Averse

December 2nd, 2017
If you are shopping for a minimalist or just aren’t sure what to get that tricky person on your list, a clutter-free gift may be just the thing. Think event tickets, digitized home movies, really good chocolate or a portrait photography session. One dozen creative, experiential or consumable gift ideas are straight ahead. Corynne Pless Fresh, clean scents. Give the gift of ...
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