Today’s on-the-go homeowner demands furniture that performs double duty to provide high function without sacrificing style. Amid today’s challenging economic climate, families are calling for quality and casual trends that can resonate for years to come, all at smart prices.
Thoughtful splashes needn’t cost thousands: Consider accessorizing rather than renovating. Low-cost, easy changes can enhance a [...]

Resale value isn’t the only reason to redo a kitchen. Even if the home is a rental, or resale is far in the future, the room where families spend most of their time together cries out for a personal touch.
Taking your kitchen from everyday drab to your personal “fab” doesn’t require a complete makeover or [...]

What is the one fall home fix-up project that takes only a couple of hours and yields the biggest bang for the buck of any exterior home renovation?
Here’s a clue: This project adds style, energy efficiency and security to your home, and the preparation is easy and mess free — all you need is an [...]

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 [...]

Pump Up Your Powder Room with Daring Styles
 

 
(ARA) - Just as you get your fashion ideas from the pages of top glamour magazines … so do home decor manufacturers. That’s right, from paint colors and textile patterns to fixture finishes — what accessorizes our outfits is stunningly similar to what accessorizes our homes.
But while you [...]

Far beyond the bath — that’s where creative homeowners and inventive interior designers are taking tile in 2008. Ceramic tile is hotter than ever, thanks to an astounding array of design options and the inherent “green” qualities of the materials. This year, ceramic tile is showing up in virtually every space and on every surface [...]

Given with love, received with joy, cut flowers are among the most popular gifts for nearly every occasion. To really “wow” the recipient, help keep that bouquet blooming and beautiful for as long as possible – with basic training in the lives of cut flowers courtesy of “Bouquet Boot Camp.”
Don’t worry; no one will shout [...]

What began in the fabulous 50s with the growth of suburban America is gaining popularity with today’s homeowners. The home bar is back and better than before, paving the way for casual cocktails and stylish home entertaining across the country.
“Today, the popularity of cooking shows, travel programs and television series with chic martini-toting women are [...]