Guest Blog Entry #15, (Entry #222) July 23, 2010 With my realization that summer is fleeting yesterday, I decided to embrace the idea of summer leaving – rather than stress about it! So what better way to embrace the idea, than imagining yourself lying on gorgeous outdoor furniture?! Guest blogger Joseph Freenor from CFT411 – Cabinet and…
Entry #221 July 22, 2010 July is quickly approaching the end and before you know it we will be into August! The summer is quickly fleeting and here are some summer time tips from Martha Stewart to make us appreciate the last few months of summer! Love going to the beach, but hate the wind…
Entry #220 July 21, 2010 I am going to step to the front of the line right now and say that I need help organizing my important papers! I am organized in the fact that they all collect in a designated basket at my desk… but if you were to ask me to go to…
Entry #219 July 20, 2010 In this day and age where space is limited in homes I find it inspiring to see home offices that share a common space refreshing. Obviously, in homes that have multiple spaces and enough room to accommodate more than one desk area – this is the optimal situation. Today, I…
Guest Blog Entry #14 – (Entry #217) July 19, 2010 I have always been intrigued by natural building elements that add beauty and texture. Accent and feature walls are a bonus to interiors as well as exteriors. Today, Stagetecture welcomes Norstone USA, a manufacturer that is showing us how natural stacked stone can be used…
Entry #216, July 18, 2010 When choosing colors for your home we tend to put more emphasis on the interior than the exterior. I think the rationale is that you spend the majority of your time inside, and that’s where you really ‘live’. While this is true, the flip side is that the curb appeal…
Entry #215, July 17, 2010 Crown molding is one of those features of a home that can take a room from “so-so” to gorgeous! When selling your home, crown molding is a feature that appeals to most home buyers and home owner’s love boasting about the amenity. There are some misconceptions about installing crown molding,…
Entry #214, July 16, 2010 Of the three houses that we’ve owned, the Gibson home that we moved into this last December has the noisiest bathroom exhaust fan in it! It seems as though the constant hum is an annoyance that we’ve become accustomed to. I came across this article from DIY Life that shows…
Entry #213, July 15, 2010 It has been 95 degrees and up for the last week in Jacksonville, Florida. Coupled with the humidity, 105 is what it feels like, in the shade! I’ve always admired those who have swimming pools – but also never wanted one for myself. I suppose the paranoia of being responsible…
Entry #212, July 14, 2010 When thinking of fencing, the usual PVC or wood slat, and barb wire varieties come to mind. Although, there is a huge market for architectural fencing. I may have given it the term ‘architectural’. I believe once design and aesthetics have been added to the product – it’s instantly architectural. …
Entry #211, July 13, 2010 With record breaking heat in some areas of the United States, and just being darn hot everywhere – how can you even think about saving energy in your home? Low Impact Living has 8 Easy Ways to Save Energy and Money this Summer. 1. Keep your home at an eco-conscious…
Guest Blog Entry #13 – (Entry #210) July 12, 2010 Window treatments can take a room from simple to complete in minutes. I love how the style, length, and weight of fabric can change the feel of the windows they adorn, as well as the inhabitants who occupy the space. Today, my guest blogger Marilyn…