Are you about to embark on a large home renovation? The U.S. home improvement industry is emerging from its downturn, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, and many homeowners who put off maintenance and improvements are starting to spend. As you anticipate your construction, take time to prepare for the […]
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Think about the things in your house that you touch every day—from the moment you wake up (alarm clock, coffee cup) to the moment you go to sleep (pillow, water glass). Do those items make your life happier and your home more beautiful? Notice how you feel every time you reach for that chipped coffee […]
Don’t you wish getting—and staying—organized was easier? Although ridding your home of unwanted clutter will always take some time and effort, your phone or tablet can actually help. Download the apps below and start selling your clothing or other unwanted items, keep your kids on track with their own chores, or simply hire someone else […]
Good interior design is all about creating tension and visual interest. Here are 10 iconic examples of modern design that are sure to amp up your style, regardless of whether you define yourself as a traditionalist or modernist. 1. Eames® Lounge and Ottoman Fits like a glove—a baseball glove that is. Introduced byCharles and Ray […]
Listen to insider tips from award-winning homebuilder Orren Pickell. “Good quality design that is of value and buildable is very hard to find,“ says Orren Pickell, president and chief executive officer of Orren Pickell Building Group. “Yet with careful planning it is possible to have it all.” What’s more, you don’t have to choose between […]
Making improvements to your home should be about more than aesthetics. There are changes you can make today that not only improve the durability and energy efficiency of your home, but its longevity and health as well. We asked Brandon Weiss, founder of Weiss Building & Development LLC in South Elgin, to share his tips on green innovations […]
Instagram isn’t just for sharing pics of your gorgeous kiddos: It’s also the perfect place to get your daily dose of design inspiration. To help you feast your eyes on more than just selfies, we compiled this list of fabulous home décor feeds, which includes a little bit of everything—from high-end and ultra-modern to cozy and […]
One of these days, it’s going to warm up, and you’re going to want to eat outside. Just because a dining set is weatherproof doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice good design. In fact, outdoor furniture is so stylish these days that you’d think it belonged inside. Get your backyard ready for al fresco […]
High ceilings, modern furnishings and bold pops of color create an urban, loft-like feel in this Deerfield home. “I’ve always gravitated toward more modern homes, and the recipe here was to keep the interior very open with clean lines and not a lot of detail,” explains the owner of this five-bedroom home. The two-story house’s […]
