It’s never too late or too hard to make a change for the better. We asked Katherine Kiefer, native Midwesterner and principal of West Elevation Architects in Steamboat Springs, Colo., for some common sense ideas on how to become more environmentally friendly on the homefront. 1. Add a dimmer light switch Just dimming a halogen light by 10 percent will […]
Just like your wardrobe, your interiors need occasional refreshing. And while it’s always tempting to chase after the latest trends, the same rules apply to what you put on your body as in your home. We asked interior designers Stephanie Wohlner, andVictoria Lidstrom and Carol Carani of Leggy Bird Designs for their thoughts on the […]
Gone are the days when a couch and blanket would suffice for your houseguests. Give them the comfort and amenities they deserve. We asked Meg Carroll of Bedside Manor and interior designers Mary Shea and Beth Boyd of Wiley Designsfor the necessary ingredients of a great guest room. Make an inviting bed Start with the […]
The rules have changed. Now it’s OK to wear white past Labor Day, and you definitely don’t need to pack up your porch for the year. Here are 5 fresh products to stretch your season with warmth and style. EcoSmart Dish Outdoor Fireplace, Room & Board, $890 No smoke, sparks or soot, just clean-burning heat […]
Is your tween too young for a summer job but they still love camp? This might be the summer to explore being a Counselor in Training (CIT). Most summer camps—both day and sleepaway—offer older campers the opportunity to serve as CITs or staff in training (SITs). It’s a great way to build necessary job skills, […]
