Why would anyone bother to save the wine corks, you might ask. Well, because it’s easy and because they can potentially be used in a lot of creative and interesting DIY projects and wine cork crafts. Repurposing wine corks is one of the easiest things you could do and it’s typically super fun to do...
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Christmas is just that time of year when no one minds if you completely deck out your home head to foot, corner to corner. In fact, it brings up some interesting decorating tips and ideas for places that you might not have thought to decorate. For example, windows. They are pretty normal, curtain clad for...
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Christmas time is such a joyful time of year. But with all the gift-giving, it can leave our bank accounts a little lacking which means cutting back on other luxuries. Namely, decorating. Maybe you had your eye on a particular new holiday decor addition and you’re feeling a little disappointed that it’s just not in...
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Mid-century modern living room designs have returned. Stylish mid-century modern living room ideas from Instagram will inspire your next home design project. After you learn more, you’ll understand why people are using this style in their homes. A good source for design inspiration is Instagram, and that’s where we discovered these living room styles. Enjoy...
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After a long pandemic-driven hiatus, Design Miami was back in 2021, presenting a fabulous selection of new designs to feed your inner creativity. Crowds attending the 17th edition experienced interactive installations and viewed new furnishings, lighting, accessories and more. This year, the fair expanded its digital offerings by launching a mobile app, offering a curated...
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You may think DIY Christmas wreaths are boring and outdated but that’s simply not true. Wreaths are an important symbol of Christmas, they make our front doors look festive, our homes look welcoming and they bring cheer to anyone who sees them. Also, the are plenty of Christmas wreath ideas that aren’t boring but look...
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Although in a way kids’ beds are just a smaller version of regular-sized beds, that’s not all there is to it. There’s a lot more to consider when buying a kid’s bed beside the size. There are actually different types of beds with different and specific functions and it’s also important to know when and...
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In a perfect world, there would be harmony between everything and everyone which can take a multitude of different forms, like this beautiful modern villa for example. This is a perfect example of a structure that has been built specifically with its users in mind in order to create a customized experience for each and...
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New York hosted a design trifecta that presented the latest offerings from a range of suppliers, from small makers to large brands serving the residential and business markets. The long-awaited combined fair was the first big home decor and design event in nearly two years and it had plenty of creative designs on show. The...
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Where once stood an old brick cottage in a small rural area near Mudgee, Australia there is now a new structure called Gawthorne’s Hut designed by Cameron Anderson Architects. The name pays homage to the original owner of the property. Parts of the old cottage were salvaged and used in the new building’s design as...
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Clothespins are among the many things that can be used to create all sorts of cool and interesting decorations and accessories and which can be incorporated into a variety of different DIY clothespin crafts. They’re easy to work with and highly versatile and they’re also a lot of fun to work with. They’re also very...
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What comes to mind when we think of rustic Christmas decorations is things like pine cones, ornaments carved from wood, and all sorts of greenery. The natural materials and the beautiful fragrance of fresh pine, oranges, and cinnamon bring back beautiful memories and make us feel nostalgic which is why a rustic Christmas is exactly...
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CDX plywood might be a familiar term for some. While the word “plywood” is something you hear regularly, its different types often overlap. For DIY home enthusiasts, learning about the different types of plywood can be helpful. Join us as we explore CDX plywood and how it is different. Plywood is versatile. It can be...
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If you want to upgrade your home to make your living space more fabulous, you’re not alone. Many people are doing the same thing, and a variety of ways are available. Today, we’ll explore different types of glitter wall paint and how to use them. Join us as we show you how glitter wall paint...
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Located in a quaint neighborhood in one of Santa Cruz’s best surfing spots, this beautiful coastal house fits naturally within the landscape as well as the community built around it. It was designed and built by studio Feldman Architecture with great respect toward the surroundings and the context that the house is a part of....
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Entryway mudroom ideas can inspire you to make the most of your entryway and treat it like any other room in the home. Give it special care and transform it into a room that people want to spend time in. Join us as we explore entryway mudroom ideas for every style to get organized. As...
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Curious what the trends this year are for Christmas trees? Doing some research online and searching for ideas is easier than ever. This way you can pick and choose the elements that you’d like to incorporate in your own Christmas tree design and you can come up with new and original concepts based on them. ...
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Income restricted apartments are developments made for those with low incomes. So while they may sound like there is an income cap or limit, in reality, there is actually a percentage cap of what you will pay. These apartments exist to make things easier for everyone and ensure that everyone can have a home, no...
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PO box cost can vary depending on many different factors. But figuring the PO box cost for your PO box can be easy as long as you know what to look for. Today, we’ll answer that and so much more regarding PO boxes. There is a lot to learn about the PO box cost. From...
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Christmas is just around the corner so there’s not really that much time left to get everything ready. When you put everything on a list, there’s a lot to be done so it’s best to start a bit earlier and to gradually find new ideas and add to your lovely farmhouse Christmas decor which, by...
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It’s that time of year again and we don’t mean holiday season — we’re talking about the end of the year and a time to look ahead to what home decor trends for 2022 will dominate the design world. You’ll want to take note because come January, as the holiday decorations and accessories are being...
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Like most old homes, this apartment from Hong Kong was originally divided into several small individual rooms, each with a specific function. While that used to be practical in a time when it was the norm, today such a layout feels claustrophobic. This is why the owner and her beloved cat sought the help of...
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Vinyl siding is one of the most popular types of siding. It is affordable and looks good, but often gets a bad name. Why is this? Well, anything affordable is often looked over in favor of expensive options. Anyone should be able to choose any siding. If vinyl is something that intrigues you, then go...
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Located in Israel, on the edge of two towns, one Arab and one Jewish, this house makes a powerful statement. It rises like a giant modern sculpture from the ground and yet it doesn’t overpower its surroundings. Instead its stone-clad walls and overall aesthetic pay homage to the beautiful land that stretches all around it....
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Having a fireplace without a mantel is like owning a sofa without the throw pillows. The opportunity is there and it is clear that the sofa would look better with the throw pillows, but all you have to do is add them. Take a look at these 30 tips to DIY and decorate your fireplace...
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The bike storage ideas that most of us are used to are actually quite outdated and we don’t even realize it. The topic is very vast with some concepts and ideas so simple and clever we just had to share them with you today. With such a wide range of solutions available on the market,...
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There’s never a perfect time to start growing potted plants. You just have to want it and then it all starts to take shape. A pallet planter can make things easier, as pallets are a great source of material to use if you want to build a planter stand or a vertical garden. It just...
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How to wash pillows without ruining them can be quite the hassle. This is a question that is asked every single day and with good reason. People want to make the most of what they have and take care of it too. So if you also have questions on how to wash pillows or how...
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The weather has definitely colder in many regions, but before you pack away all the deck furniture, think about how you can restyle your deck or patio for the colder months. Depending on where you live, you may be able to spend time in your outdoor living space throughout the whole winter. If you live...
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Originally designed and built in 1962 by Roger Lee, this mid-century modern house from Stanford, US recently went through a complete renovation and expansion. The project was completed in 2020 and the new design was created by studio Klopf Architecture. The original vision of the design was preserved and integrated into the new and improved...
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Terracotta doesn’t need much of an explanation. However, do you know what it is and how to use it? The hue it’s warm and organic it’s almost a necessity in certain regions that share rich, natural colors. Matching your abode with your scenery is an inspiring decision. Even if you live in Alaska, you could...
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The kitchen is quite possibly the most modern room of any house. Even in cases when a different style is chosen like rustic for example, underneath the retro decor, there’s still a very modern kitchen with all the convenient features that make our lives easier these days. With that in mind, today we’re having a...
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Pool house plans can be difficult to come by these days. After all, pandemic aside, people usually prefer to go out somewhere nice rather than stay at home and enjoy their own space most of the time. But maybe that’s because they haven’t found the best pool house plans for their space. Maybe, with a...
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Tucked away in the woods of far northern Minnesota, a lakeside A-frame house got a hygge overhaul. With stylish, cozy spaces, a gorgeous view and loads of privacy, this cabin is now a dream getaway spot with airy spaces and plenty of natural light. The Minne Stuga House is located just north of Lake Superior...
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Whenever you’re designing your home, it’s important not just to think about the fun aspects of decorating, but also about the most necessary aspects. For example, hardware. This is something that needs to be decided early on. There are many things on the list of what you need to buy for your home’s hardware, and...
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Beauty doesn’t lie in the size of a project but in the details and the elements that make it special and unique. A perfect example is a highly inspiring project completed in 2020 by the architects and designers at the Gillian van der Schans studio. They entitled their creations Birdhouse Studios. They’re a couple of...
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While planting trees and keeping your grass green is crucial for a happy yard, so can adding something like a lean to shed to help keep things tidy. While this isn’t the only storage option, it is definitely one of the best. It can be just as important to ensure that you have enough storage...
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Gutter repair is a serious business because, without it, you could jeopardize the integrity of your roof. Keeping your gutters cleaned and in good condition is extremely important. But how can you do this without a little know-how? Today, we’re going to talk about some things you can do to prevent problems with your gutters...
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Choosing your living room style can be one of the most exciting things about designing your home. But it can also be one of the most frustrating. After all, this is an important room where you’ll be entertaining guests. There are quite a few different design living room styles attached to the living room. In...
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Storage is not something we usually associate with the words beauty or style and most often we try to hide a storage box instead of putting on display. But why should that be? Why not take a different approach instead? That’s actually the main topic we’re going to focus on right now: decorative storage boxes...
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Christmas is in the air. Some people like buying gifts while others enjoy drinking hot cocoa by the fireplace. But I think we all can agree, that Christmas lights are one of the best parts of the holiday. You can’t get through one Christmas season without seeing lights around every corner. The entire world seems...
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Picture this: a small house, open concept kitchen and living room, with a cozy bedroom or two and a cute bathroom. It’s all you really need to be happy and there’s a ton of cool ideas for personalizing and decorating it in a way that suits your style. First through let’s talk about some of...
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A modern, eclectic renovation of an Edwardian home in West London has created an exuberant residence that celebrates travel. Inspired by the homeowners’ love of their time spent in Mykonos in Greece, Tulum in Mexico, and Copenhagen in Denmark, the walls became a canvas for the couple to convey their colorful lives. Homeowner Eric Jafari...
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Since the popular home renovating show Fixer Upper has been around, shiplap has been on the decorating menu. Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines find a way to incorporate shiplap walls somewhere into every single home that they renovate. And now everyone else is too. What Is Shiplap? Shiplap is a type of wooden board paneling that...
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We’re beginning to feel it in the air and see it on the trees. Summer is coming. We spend our Saturday mornings weeding the garden and mowing the lawn before the sun gets too hot and then host parties on the patio once the stones cool off. It is time to start thinking of ways...
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When you’re striving to encourage an all-natural home, you quickly realize that some things are easy and some things are hard, like scents for instance. Summer scents are easy to produce naturally in your home because so many DIY cleaning solutions require citrus and lavender. But when it comes to making your home smell like...
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Are you thinking of getting a LED dimmer switch for your home? Dimming in either an indoor or outdoor space will not only allow you to control the brightness, but it can also allow you to create the ideal atmosphere for your home. As an extra handy feature, getting a dimmer switch for LED lights...
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There are many reasons why you’d be looking for good home decor stores. Perhaps you’re buying a new house or redoing your current home. Or maybe you just want to update one piece of home decor. No matter the reason, we have got you covered. Because after you decide what you are looking for, or...
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Autumn is officially here, and to celebrate we’re going to have a look today at some beautiful fall tablescapes design ideas that we recently found on Instagram. Hopefully, they can inspire you and give you some ideas which you can then use in your own projects and crafts. Pumpkins are a recurring symbol and for...
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A living room’s design is influenced by a lot of different factors. The size, shape, layout, materials and color palette all matter in their own unique way and the design strategies differ in each case based on all of these elements and more. What tends to stand out the most is the color palette, even...
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Houses can be beautiful in a lot of different ways. Their cute style, architecture, the landscaping around them and many other details can influence our perception over the entire project. Today we’re having a look at 30 beautiful houses from all over the world, each different and beautiful in its own unique way. In a...
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What are the most common issues found during a home inspection? When you’re excited to buy a new home you have your heart set on, it’s easy not to notice the flaws that could lead to extremely costly repairs. That’s why home inspection exists: for a moderate sum of money, you can avoid spending thousands...
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Do you wake up with a sore neck and shoulders? Do you find yourself sneezing a lot when lying in bed? Did you even consider that your pillow might be responsible for all this? People don’t change their pillow often enough, so we’re going to have an in-depth look at how often you should replace...
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This imposing and rather curious-looking brick house is the Nanton Residence and is situated on a big sloping piece of land in Vancouver, Canada. It was designed and built here by studios Wiedemann Architectural Design in collaboration with Bla Design Group. The project came to completion in 2021. The result was a 4-storey multi-generational family...
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Pumpkins are, indeed, a symbol of autumn but they are not the only things you can use as decorations. Dried corn and corn stalks are quite popular and versatile as well. There are lots of things you can do with them. The great thing about using corn stalks and dried corn in fall decorations is...
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a shipping container home? Similar to the tiny home craze, DIY shipping container houses are all the rage right now. With a few modifications, anyone can have their own tiny shipping container house with everything they need. But where do you begin? We’ve...
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There are limited flooring options available today. It would be difficult for the average person to name a dozen different flooring options. This is quite strange due to the time that has passed since we started laying floors. But it’s true! There aren’t all that many good flooring options available today. However, the ones that...
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Live edge or natural edge wood has become increasingly popular in the furniture industry lately. Some designers consider such furniture to be rustic but there’s more to it than that. A live edge dining table or coffee table, for instance, can look awesome no matter where you put it, whether it’s a contemporary living room,...
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What are the best room paint colors for your home? That’s a good question. Have you ever wondered why, the minute you walk into a restaurant, you start to feel hungrier than ever before? Have you ever walked into a spa only to start feeling more relaxed the second you walk through the entrance? Color...
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This lovely little studio home measures only 30 square meters across but the small size doesn’t stop it from being amazing. The design done by the Plano Livre team is a very clever one with a lot of potential for future modifications and additions to be made to it. Completed in 2021, the Estúdio Lapinha...
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Home gyms have been a thing for quite some time to help people reach their fitness goals, but it was only recently that they took off and became inspiring ideas more popular than ever. With many gyms out of order or inaccessible over the past couple of years, working out at your own home gym...
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Fireplaces are one of the greatest luxuries for any homeowner. You can use them all year round in cold climates and in the winter almost everywhere. They look amazing and add an entirely new aesthetic. But there is one part of the fireplace that is often overlooked by homebuyers. The damper. The fireplace damper is...
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During the Autumn season, making your home as cozy as possible is the goal when you have guests. Lighting cinnamon candles, providing plaid throw blankets, sprinkling the table with leaves, it’s all part of the process. But you don’t have to stop at the inside. You can extend the cozy welcome to the front porch...
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When winter is just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what kind of heating system you’re going to use. There are many different heating systems but many of them use an expansion tank. Water heaters and boilers alike use an expansion tank. These are both similar as they are used to heat...
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There are many ways to give a space the warmth and charm it needs in order to feel like a home. You can do it with color, a special selection of materials and finishes, personalized decorations, textiles or pleasant lighting. The list is a lot longer than that and these elements can be mixed and...
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By definition, a pantry is “a small room or closet in which food, dishes, and utensils are kept.” While the definition (or, frankly, the very idea) of a pantry may not be the most glamorous part of your home design, the functional pantry can still be a stylish space. Whether your kitchen pantry is a...
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It’s easy to get caught up in interior design and exterior paint but when it comes to ensuring that the house you are buying is in good condition, that can easily fall aside if it isn’t obvious. This can be taken care of by a good home inspector. A good home inspector will do everything...
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With many wall texture types available, finding one that’s perfect for your home can be a challenge. Choosing a wall type is a commitment. Most people will begin by searching online for “drywall texture companies near me,” which is a good place to start. However, if you want to go deeper, you’ll need the right...
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The starting point for origami, the art of folding paper, is the Japanese culture but as this became a complex form of art its influence and popularity grew worldwide. There’s lots of different levels of difficulty and complexity and this allows everyone to try their hand at creating beautiful origami art. You can even incorporate...
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Each and every season is beautiful in its own way and living in an area where you can enjoy all four of them is definitely wonderful. Fall is one of my personal favorites because it’s so cozy and a wonderful source of inspiration for all sorts of DIY projects and crafts. This year we’re bringing...
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Heating your home in the winter is of utmost importance. Without heat, your family can suffer greatly, so it’s very important to ensure all of your HVAC equipment is working well before winter rolls around. Winterizing, in general, is crucial but the most important thing of all is to check your heating system. If you...
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The classic image of the getaway cabin made out of logs and wooden planks has been engrained in our minds for so long that it takes us a while to realize there’s so many more styles and designs that cabins can have. The design and overall structure of the off grid cabin has evolved over...
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It can be a chore for some people to pick out all of their kitchen appliances and decor, while for others it’s the most exciting part of building a new house. Either way, you definitely want to see your options. A kitchen sink is one of the first things you’ll pick out because it usually...
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You know it’s fall when you start thinking about hanging a wreath on your front door. But don’t go to the wreath store just yet. This year, how about you craft the fall wreath yourself? With so many beautiful, lovely and interesting ideas and variations you can try, it would be a shame to settle...
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When it comes to the inside of the home, there are hundreds of things on the checklist when designing. But that shouldn’t stop you from moving outdoors. Or at least moving to the garage to start making choices. The type of garage door that you choose may be more important than you realize. You want...
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Floating cabinets are a unique blend of functionality and style. They bring together the best features of these two concepts by being versatile, modular, practical and exciting. They also have the added benefits of a lightweight appearance and adjustability. Let’s see them being incorporated into a few interior designs. 20 Interior design ideas featuring floating...
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I think Fall is my favorite season to decorate for, especially outdoors. While summer was made for stripes and ferns on the front porch, Fall is made for orange pumpkins and throw pillows. But sometime’s it’s easy to get in a decorating rut so your front porch looks like the rest of the front porches...
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Taking care of everything in your home and your yard can be quite a lot of work. But the most work is remembering everything that needs to be done. Have you thought about waterproofing your wood surfaces? Waterproof wood isn’t natural in the home nor in the yard. So it’s important to take care of...
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In general we think of buildings as being very stable structures that take over the area surrounding them becoming the defining feature in their particular context. However, they’re more dynamic than we give them credit, both literally and figuratively. The houses that we’re about to look at feature unique designs with all sorts of unexpected...
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The idea of luxury bedroom in interior design can be transmitted in a variety of different ways. A space can look and feel luxurious for multiple reasons which gives designers a diversity of strategies to choose from for each individual project. Here’s a few of the weapons they have at their disposal: The defining attributes...
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When it comes to heating and cooling your home, you want to have the best of the best. But sometimes, it’s really not the heating or cooling unit that’s the problem, but improper maintenance that is the problem. One of the most common problems with radiators is that they aren’t bled often enough. Radiators need...
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Designing and decorating the nursery room is always fun and beautiful but not nearly as easy as it may seem. First of all, you have to make a choice. Will it be a décor that matches the rest of the house or will it be cheerful and playful, full of color? There are lots of...
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Beverly Hills is synonymous with luxury and that’s especially true when it comes to real estate. With a high concentration of celebrities and other high-net-worth individuals, it’s not surprising that the proportion of expensive homes being bought, sold and rented is higher than in many other areas of the country — double the median house...
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The price of building materials seems to be skyrocketing these last couple of years. So figuring up prices isn’t easy. However, when figuring prices you can still go by the charts of how things are changing. The best way to find your exact price is to contact the person or company you’re going to be...
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Once upon a time there was a chestnut drying room sitting is a corner of the Stura Valley in Moiola, Italy. The location was beautiful, with magnificent views of the Alps and wild landscape all around. That old chestnut drying room is no longer there but in its place is now a cozy little chalet...
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When it comes to making changes in your home, one of the top priorities for most people is the costs. Both material costs and labor costs. One thing that will eventually need to be done is to replace your water heater. The labor cost to install a water heater is half the cost of the...
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If you think birds are cute and you also like coffee this project is just perfect for you. It’s a cute little birdhouse that you can make out of a repurposed coffee can, something to hang from the branches of a tree in your backyard and for the local birds to call a home. The...
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Once the cooler weather sets in, we’re ready to get cozy and make some home decor changes that use a fall color scheme and lots of seasonal elements. Sure, you can plop some mums and pumpkins on the front step and call it a day, but there are lots of ways to add a fall...
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Marble tends to be a rather expensive material, so it’s only natural to want to care for it as much as you can. When properly polished, marble has a magnificent shine, leaving behind an elegant vibe. Derived from limestone, marble has been used for centuries in sculptures, being found in landmarks across the entire world,...
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When they first started working on this project, the architect team at DAP Studio didn’t actually anticipate they would end up building a house with a swimming pool on its rooftop. The initial plan was for them to renovate the exterior area surrounding the main residence which is situated a short distance away and also...
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Fall is once again making its presence noticed and soon the trees will start shedding their colorful leaves and the whole landscape will change. With it, the ambiance in our homes changes too. Suddenly the space feels cozier and we find ourselves thinking of all sorts of charming little projects that embrace the bountiful autumn...
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In spite of all of the rain and cool weather, we find autumn to be very charming. There’s much to love about it and we’re not referring only to the beautiful foliage although this seems to be the season’s main attraction. We love the colors of the autumn and the idea of bringing them indoors...
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Repurposing is one of the greatest things about being a homeowner. You can take something one person sees as trash and turn it into a treasure that no one can deny. Repurposed wood is a jewel to be treasured. Pallets are one of the most underrated materials that can easily be repurposed. You can usually...
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The bathroom and the tiles go hand in hand and some would say one isn’t really complete without the other. Most often than not this is true as tiles are found in most bathrooms in various different forms and proportions. In each case a decision has to be made regarding the type of tile, the...
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When I recently began researching craft tables for our new place, I quickly realized that there aren’t a ton of clean, modern craft table options out there–especially ones with a taller height to comfortably accommodate standing while crafting. (Because let’s be serious, crafting is not always a sitdown hobby!) So I decided to take matters into my own hands and modify pre-made components...
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After an action-packed summer, fall seems to come at just the right time to slow down the pace a little bit. To relax. To enjoy the crisp air and cool evenings. It’s a perfect season to throw a few parties, what with the fall holidays and all. It’s also a lovely time to simply gather...
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There are many different types of lighting that you can use in your home. You can hang mason jars or you can string fairy lights, or perhaps both! But one of the more popular types of lighting is recessed lighting. The reason it is popular is that it can be used with any design style,...
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It’s always fun to find new types of furniture that work so well in your home. Especially when those furniture pieces save space and work as a multi-purpose item that you can use all year round, no matter the season. Today, we’re all about the sleeper ottoman and everything it can do for your space....
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Building a house out of prefabricated modules greatly reduces the construction process, saves time and reduces the impact the project has on the site and the landscape in general. In the case of this house located in Ozora, Russia, the first phase was to install a solid foundation and the modules were brought on site...
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Laying tile is not an easy job. That’s why having as many proper tools as possible is important. You want to ensure that you have everything that you need before you begin in order to make the job as easy as possible. Today, we’re going to talk about grout floats and how important they are...
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