MAXIMIZING SPACE THROUGH THOUGHTFUL HOME DESIGN

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Beyond self-evident aspects, what are some of the less obvious opportunities for maximizing space in your home through thoughtful design? BEDROOMS. Doors swinging into a bedroom may interfere with how… Continue reading MAXIMIZING SPACE THROUGH THOUGHTFUL HOME DESIGN

PRESERVE THE INVESTMENTS IN YOUR KITCHEN

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  Modern kitchens come with modern surfaces and finishes so learning to clean them can be a daunting task. Here are a few tips for keeping your kitchen faucets and… Continue reading PRESERVE THE INVESTMENTS IN YOUR KITCHEN

‘Tis The Season To Treat Yourself

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This feels like the year to think outside of the box when it comes to your Holiday décor. If there was ever a time to do something different, this is… Continue reading ‘Tis The Season To Treat Yourself

Why Not So Big House Principles Are More Important Than Ever Before

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The Not So Big House, A Blueprint for the Way We Really Live, by Sarah Susanka was originally published in 1998. Twenty-two years later, as Americans struggle with a global… Continue reading Why Not So Big House Principles Are More Important Than Ever Before

KITCHEN FUNCTIONALITY: MAKING YOUR KITCHEN WORK FOR YOU

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WORK TRIANGLE: The “perfect” work triangle concept was developed in the 1940s when kitchens were smaller, closed off, and were typically used by just one person to cook. The idea… Continue reading KITCHEN FUNCTIONALITY: MAKING YOUR KITCHEN WORK FOR YOU