Entry #960, February 16, 2012 With winter in full swing the parts of your home that need the most protection are the ones exposed to the rain, snow, slush and mud on a daily basis. Whether this is your front entry, garage entry, laundry or mudroom, the need to have a place for all the…
Entry #878, January 4, 2012 Now that winter is here, the need to find warm and cozy areas of your home to relax and unwind is a must. Everyone has a favorite chair, corner, room or bean bag that they love to curl up, grab a book and a cup of hot chocolate and just,…
Entry #610, August 6, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! For most of you preparing for back to school time, there are still a few weeks left of August to throw an outdoor summer party. Whether you are holding a small intimate gathering or a large pool or beach party – getting your outdoor area ready is…
Guest Blog #110, Entry #573, June 30, 2011 With summer in full swing, it’s no wonder congregating around the pool and entertaining family and friends is exciting around this time of year. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for hosting the perfect pool party this season. _________________ As the warm weather approaches the pool parties…
Guest Blog #48, Entry #447, March 14, 2011 When we create outdoor spaces, from our porches and decks, to the stepping stone garden that meanders around our house, do we ever think about is this area accessible for all? Outdoor spaces especially have the characteristics of being uneven, narrow, and often times unaccessible for those…
Have you ever noticed that the one place in your home that gets the most dirt, wear and tear, and wet spots is the entrance to your home? Whether you enter your home from the main front door, a garage door, or even a side laundry room, trying to keep this area organized and clean…
Entry #406, February 4, 2011 The BIG GAME is officially here in the United States, Super Bowl XLV is this Sunday, February 6th it will kickoff. Whether you are rooting for the Green Bay Packers, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the commercials, or you just love to have an excuse to have guests over, today’s post is…
Entry #387, January 15, 2011 Whether you are getting ready for the big game, or you enjoy watching your favorite movies on the big screen, home theaters have become a sought after feature that everyone wants in their home. The reality for some is that they don’t have the money, or the space to create…
Entry #380, January 9, 2011 Even though your mudroom or front entry is supposed to house coats, shoes, and storage, doesn’t mean it should turn into a catchall of all the family’s possessions when you come through the door. In fact, mudroom organization will help your family get in and out the house quicker, and…
Entry #311, October 25, 2010 When my husband and I were shopping for houses this time last year it seemed like the trend in new homes was shrinking down the dining room area and adding the space to the kitchen. In some cases it made sense, because the informal dining area was moved into the…
Entry #48, March 24, 2010 When you think of benches do you think picnic or garden furniture? Benches are still used outdoors, but they’ve also been gaining greater fanfare inside. Use them for seating in a mudroom to a beautiful tucked away niche in a bay window, as window seating. Let’s show you how benches…
Entry #21, February 3, 2010 [ The big game day is coming. You know what team you’re routing for, but do you know how 20 of your friends and family are going to fit in your small living room, around the 17″ t.v.? Relax, let Stagetecture help you get organized now, so on Sunday you…