Guest Blogger #302, Entry #844, December 18, 2011 As more families and individuals move to crowded cities that have small dwellings, saving space in any room becomes a necessity to avoid clutter. While cleanliness and getting rid of unused and unneeded items helps minimize clutter, without cleverly saving space in the room the clutter will…
Guest Blogger #282, Entry #810, December 2, 2011 When it comes time to do some upgrades around the house, you probably have a lot of cosmetic changes in mind. You may want new cabinets and countertops in the kitchen, some built-in shelves in the living room and office, a whole new master bath with a…
Guest Blogger #270, Entry #781, November 24, 2011 There’s no denying that resort hotels offer many luxuries that few people tend to have in their own homes. Aside from perpetually sunny locales, resort hotels often come complete with a spa/health center, exclusive shopping, and of course, beautifully appointed outdoor areas to lounge or swim. Of…
Guest Blogger #268, Entry #778, November 23, 2011 Creating a home office space that suits your needs and your aesthetic sensibilities is no easy undertaking. And unless you have a flair for interior decorating (or you’re willing to pay for the services of a professional), you may end up with an office that is very…
Guest Blogger #258, Entry #764, November 16, 2011 Recycling and reusing have become buzzwords in America the last several years, with environmental concerns and energy costs on everyone’s minds. The term, “sustainable build” has been heard more and more frequently, especially in the renovation and remodeling industry. Using reclaimed materials to remodel your house can…
Guest Blogger #257, Entry #763, November 15, 2011 Many home insurance policies require recipients to calculate the value of a home and its contents. It’s usually simple to assess the value of a home and its property — this information is available in public tax records. Calculating the value of a home’s contents can be…
Guest Blogger #249, Entry #752, November 9, 2011 If you’re like most adults, cleaning is just an arduous chore that takes up a big chunk of your minimal free time. Many people put off cleaning tasks or moan and groan about them because they are so time consuming, but all of us like a nice…
Guest Blog #243, Entry #743, November 4, 2011 Many homeowners are looking for do-it-yourself projects for their homes that will not only add to their enjoyment of their home, but add value to the home as well. With money being tight, homeowners are looking for DIY projects that are easy to do, inexpensive, and have…
Guest Blog #236, Entry #736, November 1, 2011 Creating a home office space is similar to decorating other rooms in the house in that you want it to be both functional and beautiful. But the purpose of the room is not comfort and relaxation, unlike most of the other rooms in your home. This space…
Guest Blog #232, Entry #730, October 28, 2011 Some of us have trouble paying our bills on time because they get lost in the clutter on the desk; and when tax time rolls around it’s complete chaos. Perhaps your problem is that everyone shares the office space (kids included), so that you’re contending with not…
Guest Blog #206, Entry #695, October 9, 2011 Hi, I’m Susi, a writer for Design Shuffle, a wonderful online community for design professionals and design enthusiasts to network, find inspirational pics and share their latest design projects. As a writer for Design Shuffle, I’m lucky to visit some amazing design blogs, like Stagetecture, and share…
Guest Blog #203, Entry #692, October 7, 2011 Have you just purchased a home that needs some tender loving care? ‘Fixer-uppers’ are a great investment if you are willing to put in the needed labor, time and expense of fixing it up once you move into it. Today, my Guest Blogger gives DIY tips from…