House design in a hot and dry climate takes a very particular approach. Not only do you want the home to be visually appealing inside and out, but it must also be designed to keep cool and conserve the water supply. Most people will live in this climate year-round, so with no escape to greener ... continue reading...
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How to Tie your Home’s Exterior Elements Together
Guest Blogger #506, Entry #1156, May 7, 2012 While your house is the central focus of your outdoor property, you no doubt have a variety of other structures, such as a shed, gazebo, children’s playhouse, etc., on your land. While they are all separate, you want some kind of unifying feature so your ... continue reading...
How to Design a Basic Recording Studio in Your Basement
Guest Blogger #502, Entry #1149, May 4, 2012 Whether you're a record exec looking to branch out and turn some unknown bands into the top-grossing rock stars of tomorrow, you happen to have a band and you can't afford the cost of studio time to lay down tracks, you run a one-man DJ operation and ... continue reading...
How to Revitalize the Exterior of your Home
Guest Blogger #482, Entry #1114, April 23, 2012 The term “curb appeal” is that subtle quality that makes a home welcoming, warm, unique, and aesthetically appealing. Many homeowners take pride in the curb appeal of their homes and pay great attention to how they design to ensure they bring out ... continue reading...
Creative Career Options in Interior Design
Guest Blogger #357, Entry #940, February 6, 2012 You might not think that there are a lot of options for careers when it comes to interior design; either you're one of the people creating designs or one of the people installing them. Right? While it is true that you will probably have to choose ... continue reading...
The Trend – Smaller Homes & Bigger Design Style
Guest Blog #179, Entry #659, September 14, 2011 It's hard to believe that 50 years ago, bigger was better and more popular. Larger homes, cars, everyone wanted to bigger, because they assumed it was better. As the years have gone on, the reality is that our world is over populated, the environment ... continue reading...
Interview: Extraordinary Landscaping through Smart Design
Guest Blog #45, Entry #435, March 2, 2011 As we get March underway and we continue the theme of "Home Renewal" I think it's important to focus on your exterior home. While the interiors are where you spend your most time, the exterior of your home is where the harsh winter has taken a beating, and ... continue reading...
Updating your Home’s Exterior with Architectural Details
Entry #27, February 28, 2010 Your home's exterior is comprised of the landscaping, hardscape and architectural detailing. Architectural details are those details that use features of the home to accentuate, and personalize the overall home. Look at the age and style of your home, along with ... continue reading...
Christmas Decorations: Quick & Simple Ideas to Try
Entry #3085, December 10, 2013 Everyone loves the holidays, but would prefer Christmas decorations that are easy and no-fuss, right? “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” – That’s a line from a popular song about Christmas. Well, there’s no question that Christmas is one of the most ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: Avoid these Common Patio Deck Mistakes
Guest Blogger #953, Entry #2390, May 7, 2013 Chances are that this summer you'll be spending a lot of time on the deck catching up with old friends and family on your outdoor deck. Under the patio umbrellas, you'll be sipping ice tea, eating barbecue and swatting away all those countless ... continue reading...
Inspiring Color Ideas to Add Pizzazz in Your Home Interior
Entry #1985, December 5, 2012 There are a number ways that you can enhance your home. One of the more popular nowadays is having bold colors in your home interior. This idea is very effective in any type of existing home interior or exterior design. It basically highlights a stunning color in ... continue reading...
Natural Wood Grain Gadgets for your Holiday Gift-Giving
Entry #1865, November 25, 2012 What is on your holiday gift list this year? Maybe a fun gadget or tech gift to give to a friend? Gadgets are now part of everyday life. These technologies come in different styles to fit every need. They are used for entertainment, communication, productivity and ... continue reading...
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