You may have noticed that your entryway is looking a little less than welcoming, or felt a slight breeze every time you walk past those panes in your living room. Like everything else in your home, windows and doors need maintenance and, in time, replacement. And while new windows and doors can have a transformational […]
The holidays are my favorite time of the year. It’s a time to reflect, to be grateful, and to celebrate. We have been entrusted to design, build, and remodel homes for many families in our community to celebrate this special time. We understand the importance of the family traditions that are made and special moments […]
Upping the elegance factor at home is as simple as lighting a candle, but local designers have a few other tricks up their sleeves. Read on for chic ways to elevate your entertaining space with the ease of a pro, whether you’re sitting down to a family dinner, hosting friends on a Friday night, or […]
Fall has officially arrived, and once the chill (finally) settles in, there’s nothing better than coming home and cozying up with family in a welcoming, festive space. This year, in lieu of big black spiders, construction paper witches and cheesy webs, fall décor is all about natural neutrals. Pinterest is rife with inspiration for fall-friendly […]
Here’s everything you need to know about the colorful stuff, otherwise known as one of the most transformative elements of your home — from how to pick the best color for every room in your house, to how to choose the safest, most eco-friendly paint for your family. Shade Selection Settling on a single hue is no […]
Everyone knows home is where the heart is, and in today’s frantic, modern world, the kitchen has become not only the nerve center of the home, but often the one place where families still find the time to come together. The benefits of meeting at the table for a nightly family dinner are numerous — […]
Whether you want to refresh your home décor or update your wardrobe, the color trend this fall calls for warm hues, according to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Bookended by a dynamic Grenadine red and a tawny Autumn Maple, the color palette for Fall 2017 leans more toward warmth,” she says. […]
In the not-so-distance past, the words “home gym” might have brought to mind images of dimly-lit basement corners storing stationary bikes and piles of dusty free weights. But just as the clothes we wear to exercise have changed (the athleisure trend came fast and furious, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon), so, too, have […]
We asked you to show us your renos — and boy did you deliver. The winner? Chicago-based interior designer Claire Staszak, who, along with her husband, Luke, transformed an outdated, dysfunctional vintage kitchen into a gourmet’s dream. Even more impressive, the mostly DIY job took the couple just eight weeks to complete. More Renovations From Lora […]
Every parent knows there just aren’t enough hours in the day. In fact, a recent Pew Research Center poll found that 40 percent of working mothers and 34 percent of working fathers with children under age 18 said they always feel rushed. How to cope? Get organized, particularly as the school year begins. Pinterest is […]
