Summer House Tour
Even though we are still a few weeks away from the official start of summer, I’ve been starting the gradual evolution towards preparing my house for the warmer season. Now that might make it sound like I have had nothing more to do that just putter around all day getting the house all pretty for summer. IF ONLY! Ha! That would be my DREAM weekend right there. But alas, no. More…
Full House: 12 Stylish Poker Rooms
Whether you prefer Texas Hold’em or Omaha, a poker night with friends is bound to be a good time. And while there’s nothing wrong with folding chairs and tables for a friendly game of cards, if you’re lucky enough to get invited to any of these poker rooms, bring extra money for the rebuy, because you may never want to leave. More…
3 Fresh and Fun Bathrooms Just Right for Teenage Girls
When I think about the bathroom where I primped as a teenager, I feel sorry for my brother. Most of the space was dedicated to maintaining and shellacking my giant perm. Hair mousse, lip gloss, lots of Bonne Bell products and a permanent cloud of hairspray completely overtook the room. Today designers are skillfully creating custom looks that suit teenage girls but will grow with them as they enter adulthood. Here’s a closer look at how three designers approached bathroom design for those in the middle of their big primping years. More…
11 Reasons to Love White Bedding
White sheets and bedding might seem basic and boring, but that’s just not the case. In my opinion, white linens are an easy design essential that should be part of every dream bedroom decor scheme. And here are 11 reasons why. More…
25 Open Concept Kitchen Designs That Really Work
The idea of an open concept kitchen is not at all unusual, especially in the case of modern and contemporary homes. Nowadays the tendency is to make the interior as fluid as possible and to simplify the structure and the décor as much as possible without sacrificing the functionality. It’s why eliminating the barrier between the kitchen and the social spaces is a practical move. More…
5 Remodels That Make Good Resale Value Sense — and 5 That Don’t
Repeat after me: I am the master of my remodel. Perhaps you should say it again, because sadly, it’s not always so. Remodels sometimes have a tendency to develop their own inertia, as decisions lead to new dilemmas, unintended consequences and surprising outcomes. In some cases, these flights of fancy are perfectly acceptable, provided the design and completed execution truly align with the vision and budget.
But if your budget is a concern, and the wise investment of limited home improvement dollars matters, then there are a few basic guidelines you should familiarize yourself with before planning your remodel. Today we review five remodels that typically make good financial sense, providing a nice return on the investment at the time of resale — and five that don’t. More…
