Entry #266, September 5, 2010 There is something so chic about living in a loft! Whether it is an urban loft looking over the busy city below, or one that is high atop a building looking over majestic views. Lofts are typically open space floor plans with exposed materials and structure. In more recent years,…
Entry #265, September 4, 2010 Indoor light quality can make or break a room. Remember our post this week about vanity light, and if there is enough good light at your bathroom sink? Today on DIY Saturday I will show you how easy it is to transform your existing lighting into the capability of adding…
Entry #264, September 3, 2010 It’s officially Labor Day Weekend here in the U.S. and everyone is ready! Even though my kids have only been in school for 2 weeks now, they are sooo ready for a 3 day weekend. My 4 year old asked me today why does she doesn’t have school on Monday…
Entry #258, August 28, 2010 The exterior of your home is subjected to the sun, wind, and elements 365 days of the year. Exterior wood siding and trim take a beating from the elements as well. How about sprucing up the exterior of your home with a fresh paint job? I showed you how to choose exterior paint colors…
Entry #257, August 27, 2010 From as early as I can remember I’ve always thought I would love to have a white formal room in my home. A room where on Sundays the family would come over and we would drink tea, and eat little cookies, and talk about how lovely the day was… o.k….
Guest Blog Entry #19, Entry #256, August 26, 2010 What does your home represent to you? Is it only a place you rest your head at night? For most, home represents a sanctuary of comfort and safety. From early childhood we are taught that your home is where your family lives, grows, and embodies the…
Entry #254, August 24, 2010 I love lighting! I’ve had several posts about bringing natural light into your home, to kid’s lighting in their rooms. Today, I thought I’d focus on floor lamps. Not just any kind of floor lamps – modern lamps. These inspiration pieces aren’t just for show, but they look gorgeous if…
Entry #251, August 21, 2010 Have you noticed in homes how the bathroom has gotten larger and larger from 50 years ago? What use to be a utilitarian room to “do your business” and leave, has now become one of the most influential rooms when home buyers are looking at homes. As our days have…
Entry #247, August 17, 2010 In kitchen design, the use of color is sometimes stayed away from. Although, in modern trends the use of color has made a huge return back to kitchens and dining room spaces. I found some kitchens that command your attention, and would be a joy to cook in. From the…
Entry #244, August 14, 2010 Your home is appealing in the daytime with its gorgeous windows pouring in natural light, but what about in the evening? Can you see clearly how to get from the curb to your doorway? Is the landscaping accented with lighting to give beautiful aesthetics and security? Landscape lighting helps the…
Entry #240, August 10, 2010 As each season approaches your home needs regular maintenance to prepare for the upcoming season. With fall coming in a few months, how about getting a jump on home maintenance to save you money? By preparing your home before the official season starts, repairs, replacement parts and service technicians will…
Entry #239, August 9, 2010 Labor Day is around the corner and that means back-to-school time is here! Whether your kid’s are young or old, getting ready for school means preparation and planning out schedules. College age students love getting back to their own places that they can call their own. Whether it is an…