Guest Blogger #412, Entry #1020, March 16, 2012 Road trips can be a lot of fun. Although hours spent in the car can definitely lead to some meltdowns where the kids are concerned, proper planning for breaks and activities will ensure that everyone has a fun and memorable trip – that is, once you hit…
Guest Blogger #410, Entry #1018, March 15, 2012 As temperatures rise, the snow begins to melt, and the songs of birds engaged in courtship fill the morning air, you’ll likely be tempted to open the windows and enjoy the many changes that come with spring. Unfortunately, all the sunshine and fresh air coming in will…
Guest Blogger #406, Entry #1013, March 13, 2012 Trees, patios, decks, fountains and paths emerge as features that offer the biggest payoff. One-of-a-kind landscape designs, those that raise home values or are simply prized and loved by their owners, begin with a landscape plan. And this plan should start with you and what you hope…
Guest Blogger #405, Entry #1011, March 12, 2012 Your house is full of doors of all types. It is likely you pass through these doors every single day without giving much thought as to the importance of their function. Doors separate one area of the house from another, and they also serve to contribute to…
Guest Blogger #393, Entry #988, March 1, 2012 Traveling with family these days is a stressful event to begin with. High prices will greet you whether you board a plane or opt to skip across the country by car. And you’ll either face long lines, searches, delays, cramped seats, and possibly even lost luggage, or…
Guest Blogger #388, Entry #982, February 27, 2012 The exterior of your house is the first thing to make an impression on your guests or passerby’s, and as the expression goes, you only get one chance to make a great first impression. Whether you are thinking about putting your house on the market, or simply…
Guest Blogger #387, Entry #981, February 27, 2012 Are you in the mood to redecorate? Have you been walking through your house lately, thinking your walls could use some sprucing up? Maybe you’ve recently moved and thought that your once loved sofa looks absolutely horrible in its new living room. Whatever the reason you’ve caught…
For hundreds of years the over mantle mirror has had its staple in households everywhere. The idea first arose when large sized homes began widely integrating fireplaces into their floor plans. Most of these fire places were designed for function and were not attractive at all, and the space around them was often plain as…
Guest Blogger #379, Entry #971, February 22, 2012 Allowing your kids to participate in some of the decorating decisions in their room is a fantastic way to instill a sense of pride and ownership, without giving them “full rein” to do anything they want. Develop a decorating scheme that accommodates the functions of your child’s…
Guest Blogger #378, Entry #970, February 22, 2012 I am always fascinated by how much work people put into their lawns. You know, you can really tell a lot about a person based on how they take care of their property. You might be able to glean such interesting bits of information like how dedicated…
Guest Blogger #376, Entry #968, February 21, 2012 As far as rooms in the home go, a full-blown wet room is one of the most stylish additions you can make to a home. The extremely contemporary space has its roots deep in ancient civilization, when Romans and Greeks alike used similar techniques to keep their…
Guest Blogger #370, Entry #958, February 14, 2012 Whether you’re looking for a few simple ways to green up your home design or you’re totally committed to earning a LEED certification with your building project, you may be wondering how to get started. Unless you’re an expert in eco-friendly building design or you happen to…