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8 Dream Closets Go Beyond Storing Clothes

August 11th, 2013
In the past the bedroom closet was the place where clothing was hidden from view. Today the emphasis is on creating functional, organized closets that double as comfortable places in which to hang out, work and play. by Solomon+Bauer+Giambastiani Architects » Spa-like retreat. This restored 1910 bathr ...

14 Design Ideas for an Exhilarating Outdoor Shower

August 10th, 2013
My earliest outdoor shower experiences involved a small wooden surround attached to a simple rental cottage on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. In spite of the facts that the soap usually slid under the stall walls into the yard and there was always the danger of a sibling snatching my towel away as a practical joke, I could not be persuaded to use the indoor option. Rinsing off the ...

5 Tips for Working Virtually With Your Architect

August 9th, 2013
Whether a home is big or small, building it comes with plenty of challenges, especially if you want to build in an area where navigating the design review board is difficult and time consuming. Working with a local architect can help your dream project take the path of least resistance. Your architect should have experience with projects similar to yours and have a good repu ...

12 Effective Strategies to Help You Sleep

August 9th, 2013
Having trouble getting a full, restful night's sleep? Join us as we tackle each aspect of the nighttime routine, from preparing your space to the final lights-out, so you can sail into dreamland — and learn to get back to sleep even if you pop up again. Take charge of your sleep routine and learn to let go of your day-to-day worries by following these 12 tips. ...

6 Dependable Ground Covers for Warm Climates

August 8th, 2013
Gardening in warm regions comes with a whole set of challenges: hot summers, dry shade, heavy rains, droughts and soils ranging from pure sand to impenetrable clay and soggy muck. But believe it or not, there's bound to be a suitable ground cover for your garden, no matter how hot, dry, shady or soggy it may be. These ground covers will give your garden a place where the eye ...

8 Ways to Make the Most of Your Laundry Room

August 8th, 2013
We spend countless hours in our laundry rooms, scrubbing out stains, pressing our best and even washing the dog. Shouldn't we make this space as functional and pleasant as possible? Laundry rooms have come a long way from the barren basement rooms so many of us grew up with. Take a few tips from these uber-practical laundry-room additions to help you lighten your load. ...

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August 8th, 2013
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33 2925 KING GEORGE BV, White Rock, BC

August 8th, 2013
I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 33 2925 KING GEORGE BV, White Rock, BCSet in the heart of South Surrey, Keystone townhomes introduces a new concept of townhouse living in one of the most vibrant & desirable communities in the Lower Mainland. Free-flowing floor plan w/ elegant interior & oversized windows. Designer colour scheme *Oasis* bringing a light palette showcasing wh ...

How to Choose the Perfect Bedsheets

August 7th, 2013
Think about the most comfortable bed you've ever slept in, and what comes to mind? If it's the sheets, you're in good company. Because they come in direct contact with our skin, sheets are as important as a quality mattress and cozy blanket in sending us off to dreamland. The sheer variety of sheets on the market, however, can throw you for a loop when you're shopping. Here ...

8 Ways to Find Time and Feel Less Frazzled at Home

August 6th, 2013
From the ping of our devices to the endless items on our to-do lists, we are often pulled in many directions at once. But when you are spread too thin, you not only end up doing less, you likely are not having much fun doing any of it. Thankfully, you don't need to be a full-time yogi or go on a lengthy retreat to reclaim your time and bring a little Zen to your home. Learn ...
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