With more and more people concerned about the environment, building and decorating green has never been more popular. One of the easiest ways for homeowners to limit their environmental impact is to consider replacing the lighting inside their home. Incandescent bulbs waste energy and burn out quickly, and when the more energy-efficient fluorescent bulbs outlive their [...]

As Mother Nature wows us with fantastic fall colors and scenery, the latest trends in fall decorating and entertaining bring the beauty of the great outdoors inside. Give your home some fall-time flare by adding nature-inspired decor with unexpected crafty details. “This fall, decorating trends are inspired by nature, but the key is to use these [...]

Want to incorporate modern decor into your home, but not sure where to start? Make your home more fashion forward with a few fresh ideas that will help create a look that is modern, yet comfortable and livable. Keep it Simple, Not Cold Modern decorating can often challenge homeowners. The clean lines, polished surfaces, strong geometric shapes [...]

Whether you’re selling your home or planning to live there for years to come, you can add interest and value using architectural elements. Customizing your kitchen, bath or master bedroom is a simple way to set your home apart and increase the “wow factor” of those particular rooms, which real estate agents say sell houses. Architectural [...]

As parents send their kids back-to-school this fall, many families will be spending less on their back to school purchases. According to a recent survey commissioned by Microsoft, 58 percent of parents say the economy will affect college related purchases this fall. With current economic woes putting a damper on spending, parents and students are looking [...]