Design & Architecture Edition
There are so many factors that influence housing design. From changes in the social and economic landscape to groundbreaking advances in...
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- Oct 1, 2020
- 3 min
Are We Closing the Door on Open Floor Plans?
How the Coronavirus Is Changing What We Want in Our Homes Homes have, by necessity, become our everything: not just a place to sleep and...
- Oct 1, 2020
- 1 min
How to Set Up a Home Gym
If you can’t get out to the gym, bring the gym home! 1. Find a space. Whether it’s dedicated space you carve out in a garage or spare...
- Oct 1, 2020
- 3 min
Could an Accessory Dwelling Unit Solve Your Space Issue?
From an increased interest in suburban and rural living, to the rising popularity of larger homes, to the mutual moaning about privacy...
- Sep 30, 2020
- 3 min
The Evolution of the American Home: Architectural Styles Through the Decades
American architecture has followed a unique path throughout history. With different climates and raw materials on hand from those found...
- Sep 30, 2020
- 3 min
The Most Influential Architects of the Modern Era
A building is more than a shelter or a place to store things; it’s a reflection of cultural views and values, an artistic expression, and...
- Jul 1, 2020
- 1 min
The Most Popular Kitchen Trends in 2020
The one thing homeowners seem to want the most is to have their dream kitchen. A brand-new kitchen is the most sought-after home upgrade,...
- Jul 1, 2020
- 3 min
5 Stunning Outdoor Kitchens That’ll Make You Swoon
Let’s face it: We’ve been stuck at home this year perhaps more than ever before. When your primary getaway is your backyard patio, you...
- Jul 1, 2020
- 3 min
How to Create a Functional Kitchen Workspace
The kitchen is often called the heart of the home. We cook there, stand over the sink to eat there, and possibly do homework, office...
- Jul 1, 2020
- 4 min
6 Essential Kitchen Tools You Should Splurge On (and a Few You Shouldn’t)
A lot of us have seen the inside of our kitchens more in the past six months than we have in the past two years! While you were whipping...
- Jul 1, 2020
- 2 min
Butternut Squash Glazed Tart
Look for a squash with a long neck when you shop for this vegetable, and prepare yourself for a surprise — this Butternut Squash Glazed...
- May 7, 2020
- 2 min
What It Really Costs to Maintain a Home Each Year
What’s the difference between home improvements and home maintenance? What does the average homeowner spend on each? Take a look at the...
- May 7, 2020
- 3 min
4 Home Upgrades for Low-Maintenance Living
We’ve all got that one high-maintenance friend who makes it all about them. The relationship requires tons of time and energy to...
- May 7, 2020
- 4 min
Beware These Common Contractor Scams
Hiring the right contractor for a home renovation project requires careful consideration. We’ve all heard a horror story or two about...
- May 7, 2020
- 1 min
Home Maintenance Activities That Pay Off … Big Time!
By keeping up with low-cost home maintenance and repairs now, you'll end up saving money in the long run. Here are a few basic home...
- May 7, 2020
- 1 min
Maintenance Motivation
Keep yourself and your house in good shape with these calorie-burning maintenance tasks! Painting Inside the house: 136 calories Outside...
- Feb 21, 2020
- 2 min
The Growing Popularity of LEED-Certified Homes
As more people seek out ways to reduce their environmental footprints, green homes are becoming increasingly popular. Conventional homes...
- Feb 21, 2020
- 3 min
Sustainable Tourism: Minimizing Your Footprint Around the World
Can you be as eco-conscious when you travel as you are at home? In an increasing number of destinations across the world, the answer is a...
- Feb 21, 2020
- 3 min
Home Energy Alternatives of the Future
Considering the significant amount of energy that we use at home, we should all be looking for ways to introduce renewable energy into...
- Feb 21, 2020
- 3 min
Why Energy Score Matters When Buying a Home
When shopping for a new home, what’s the main number people tend to focus on? Listing price. Determining whether a listing price is fair...
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