[ad_1] Quarantine has helped many Americans realize they have more possessions than they need. (DepositPhotos) People have had more time and opportunity to evaluate their living spaces, and their needs, during the coronavirus pandemic. And the results may surprise you. House sizes in the U.S. are on the rise — since the 1970s, new homes’ average […]
[ad_1] For so long we’ve defaulted to the style of upper cabinets with closed doors in kitchens, then about ten years ago floating shelves began surging in popularity as a replacement. I wrote a post eight years ago questioning whether open shelves were timeless or trendy in kitchen spaces, and back then people had opinions. […]
[ad_1] Unless you built your home yourself, it is very difficult to find a true “dream home” on the market. No matter how smitten you are with a property, there will always be a few annoying aspects of the home that you wish you could change, as well as one or two missing features that […]
[ad_1] Before you purchase a home, go ahead and factor in the maintenance costs as well. Buying your first home can be one of the most thrilling experiences, but while you determine the price range you’re willing to pay, don’t forget about the cost of home maintenance. While visiting properties to possibly purchase, you’re already […]
[ad_1] Before you plan your garden, first consider how to make it beautiful and eco-friendly. (DepositPhotos) When it comes to climate change and the state of our planet, all actions matter. Each one of us can do something to reduce our carbon footprint — starting with something as simple as garden design. If you have […]