Staircases are often the neglected lot. We often spend hours or even days bringing seasonal decor to other parts of our homes like living rooms, dinings, entryways, porches etc. but forget the dear staircase. This autumn let us adorn our staircases with Fall Decor by bringing out pumpkins, wintery foliage, candles and LED strings. Not…
Having a staircase in your home is a wonderful opportunity for some great Thanksgiving decorations that you shouldn’t miss out on. You can choose between decorating the banister, the treads or just the handrail. For décor, there are a lot of ideas; pumpkins and gourdes, leafs and branches, even fruits can be used for some…
Entry #2316, April 19, 2013 Your stairs are may be a functional part of your home, but they also have visual appeal. You can actually take advantage of it to draw attention. It can be an excellent highlight for your home interior design. This is something that several homeowners fail to notice or take advantage…
Guest Blogger #494, Entry #1137, April 30, 2012 Older, historic houses possess a certain kind of unique detail and craftsmanship not found in new construction. If you’re thinking about purchasing a new construction home, chances are, all of the models you have to choose from have very similar features. Finer details are sometimes overlooked for efficiency…
Guest Blogger #473, Entry #1099, April 17, 2012 Whilst having a staircase in your home is extremely practical, not to mention essential in most cases, it can also be a potentially dangerous place, especially for children and seniors. It is therefore extremely important to ensure that your stairs are as safe as possible for anyone…
Guest Blogger #346, Entry #922, January 26, 2012 When considering an elderly parent who wishes to remain in their home for as long as possible, or any person with mobility issues, it’s important to understand two key concepts – Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) Activities of daily living are…
Entry #829, December 11, 2011 One of my favorite holiday past times during the holiday season is driving through the neighborhoods with beautiful Christmas lights. From the overly imaginative to the tastefully done, the holiday season is a great time to light up your outdoor home. I was admiring these creative ideas on Southern Living…
Entry #287, October 1, 2010 I’m always amazed at how many homes are still on the market. The housing market has shown an improvement over the last few months but the average is still well below normal. If you are looking for a home, aside from the price what features are you looking for? Do…