Guest Blogger #916, Entry #2147, March 28, 2013 There are a lot of great things that come with the spring and summer seasons. Longer days to spend outside. Perfect weather conditions to go swimming or to walk along the beach. It’s also a time when it’s appropriate to eat as much ice cream as your body…
Guest Blogger #904, Entry #2127, March 21, 2013 Can you believe it? It’s almost time to start getting ready for the warmer seasons and the heat once again. Time to purchase some tank tops, shorts and sandals. Time to look for some great summertime recipes. And, it’s also time to get our air conditioners ready to…
Guest Blogger #899, Entry #2109, March 15, 2013 Seeking ways to conserve energy use in your home makes sense – both environmentally and financially. Over time, the energy efficiency improvements you make to your home can yield dramatic results. Your energy bills will decrease, and many improvements will also result in greater comfort for you and…
Guest Blogger #878, Entry #2145, February 27, 2013 If lately, you’ve been thinking about ways to give your home a bit of an “upgrade”, why not consider installing new window treatments? The wonderful thing about this particular option is that there are a variety of window treatments to choose from, even if you are…
Entry #2039, January 23, 2012 I have been very fortunate to be blessed with many “contributors” and resources behind the scenes at Stagetecture. One of them is my great Interior Design intern – Rachel Morgan here in Jacksonville, Florida. Rachel has helped me on numerous projects and she loves decor and helping homeowners with…
Guest Blogger #853, Entry #2038, January 22, 2012 Unless you are someone who can afford to have a house that runs solely on solar energy (and if so, that is absolutely awesome), there is simply no way around the fact that you are going to have to rely on electricity.Yet, just because we are dependent…
Guest Blogger #804, Entry #1906, December 4, 2012 If you’re already thinking about some resolutions that you want to make as it relates to your own health and well-being, why not consider making a few improvements for your home as well? Being that it’s one place in life where you spend a consistent amount of…
Entry #1891, December 1, 2012 Oftentimes, it’s not until we go out to our mailbox and look at our utilities bills that we even think about how much energy is used while cooking dinner, watching television or working in our home offices. However, if the bill is large enough, it can definitely light a fire…
Guest Blogger #790, Entry #1875, November 28, 2012 In the UK the Surviving Winter campaign is running for the second year in a row to help older people who struggle with energy bills during the coldest season of the year. The Centre for Sustainable Energy has also taken steps to help more than 1,500 people…
Entry #1848, November 20, 2012 When it’s getting cold outside, your concern is to keep your home warm inside. This is to maintain a comfortable temperature for the whole family. It is also important to take into considerations some of the simple things that often overlooked but are essential in the keeping your home warm…
Guest Blogger #770, Entry #1821, November 13, 2012 With today’s strong emphasis on protecting the environment, it’s important for each of us to do our part when it comes to conserving resources and leaving a small carbon footprint. Many people are turning to eco-friendly homes in order to protect the environment, which leads to the…
Guest Blogger #756, Entry #1769, October 30, 2012 Winter weather in colder climes can make for a lot of energy usage in the home, what with the furnace running non-stop, the water heater working overtime to fill the tub, and everyone using space heaters and electric blankets to stay warm and cozy at night. It’s…