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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Sonoma County Redwood Barn Transformed into a Dream Studio
A natural meadow below the main house in rural Sonoma County became the inspiring location for a high-end barn that houses a furniture makers dream studio. In addition to woodworker’s power tools and materials, this barn features sound and recording studios and a three-bay garage. The goal was to ... continue reading...
DIY Saturday #107 – How to Revamp your Front Door (Video)
Happy DIY Saturday! Whether you are trying to find a way to give your front entry some much-needed curb appeal or you are ready for a front door facelift, today's DIY Saturday is for you. Your front door says a lot about your home when welcoming guests and friends and it sets the tone for the rest ... continue reading...
The Benefits of Installing Rain Gutters on Your Home
Guest Blogger #586, Entry #1352, June 30, 2012 People who live in areas that get a lot of rain are likely more familiar with all manner of wet-weather paraphernalia. From galoshes, slickers, and umbrellas to the best all-weather tires and windshield wipers, these folks have the 4-1-1 on ... continue reading...
Five Tips to Create Explosive Color in your Garden
Guest Blogger #585, Entry #1350, June 29, 2012 Your garden is a space to relax with family, express your style and improve the curb appeal of your home. When you consider the plants you're going to use, be sure to take garden color combinations into account. The plants you choose should blend ... continue reading...
5 Tips to Getting Your Home Move-In Ready
Guest Blogger #580, Entry #1326, June 21, 2012 Moving into a new home is a time of excitement and uncertainty, but it doesn’t have to be a dreaded chore. Preparing your new home for your move-in day ahead of time saves you time and hassle by leaving you with a space that’s truly ready to be ... continue reading...
How to Bring Summer Colored Plants to your Patio
Entry #1290, June 15, 2012 Is there any better image of your summer outdoor home than filled with colorful plants at every turn? Whether you love colorful blooms that grace your flower beds or you prefer low maintenance shrubs, the ability to bring summer color to your outdoor home has never been ... continue reading...
How to Freshen Up your Front Entry this Summer
Entry #1271 June 11, 2012 Now that the summer is here, who doesn't want to freshen up their front entry? Whether you are looking to add more color or you just want a new look, summer is the best time to breathe new life into your entry. Your front entry is what first greets guests and it should be ... continue reading...
Home Improvement Tips to Fireproof Your House
Guest Blogger #554, Entry #1259, June 6, 2012 Home improvement isn’t just about fixing that one stair that creaks the loudest or adjusting the wobbly table so it doesn’t wobble so much, it’s also about making your home a little safer. There are all kinds of things you can do throughout the house ... continue reading...
6 Home Security Tips To Help Your Family Avoid the Worst
Guest Blogger #544, Entry #1231, May 29, 2012 Every 15.4 seconds a burglar breaks into a home in the United States. That's straight from the FBI. Families need every edge they can get to keep from becoming part of that statistic. Take these 6 home security tips to heart and you will be much safer ... continue reading...
How Home Automation Fits Into Your Living Style
Guest Blogger #543, Entry #1222, May 25, 2012 A home automation system can create a living situation that is convenient, safe and that potentially saves energy when used correctly. Home automation involves mounting electronic sensors, controls and other devices throughout many different areas ... continue reading...
How to Choose Energy Saving Window Treatments
Guest Blogger #541, Entry #1220, May 25, 2012 There are some things that we don't think about updating or replacing nearly as much as we should. Take our windows, for example. Unless we want to renovate a room in our home, most of us don't even give it a second thought. Maybe we would if we knew ... continue reading...
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