A Peak at Color Trends For 2013

Opposites attract us like never before, exerting a magnetic pull on the spectrum. Sherwin-Williams puts today’s color mood under the microscope to reveal dueling influences for every taste. Just take…

Christmas Lights: Keeping up with the Griswalds

In the past the house with the biggest brightest display was coveted as ‘best’. Just think of Sparky Griswald's quest in Christmas Vacation. Times have changed but your enjoyment of the season does…

How To Light Your Christmas Tree Like a Pro!

Other design by Atlanta General Contractor Clark Harris Does the thought of hanging Christmas lights conjure feelings of dread? Have you stared longingly at a beautiful storefront tree and felt…

Easy DIY Project: Portable Serving Cart

Source: homedepot.ca via Drummond on Pinterest When you need extra counter space or a roll-where-you-need-it servery or bar cart, this kitchen cart is the perfect solution. It can be as sleek or…

House Plan of the Week: “Home, Serene Home!”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3131-V2, Erindale 3 Sleek lines, modern windows and contemporary exterior finishes create a serene and elegant façade. Enter to discover an enclosed foyer with…

Kitchen Counters: Plastic Laminate Offers Options A-Plenty

Kitchen design by Cincinnati Kitchen And Bath Formica Group   Plastic laminate, once the standard surface for postwar home kitchen countertops, still has a big market share due to affordable and…

Green and Clean: Ecofriendly Tub and Shower Surrounds

Contemporary Bathroom design by Toronto Photographer DigitalProperties.ca   Daily rituals ground our days with a predictable rhythm that can provide comfort. Although many of them are banal, why not…

Naturally Beautiful Japanese Cabinets Create Excellent Storage for Asian and Eclectic Spaces

Eclectic Kitchen design by Other Metros Media And Blogs Desire to Inspire If you like Asian decor, Japanese tansu style cabinets offer an elegant way to add storage to your home. Traditional tansu…

Green and Clean: Sleek Water-Wise Bathroom Fixtures

Contemporary Bathroom design by Philadelphia General Contractor Kenny Grono   Sure, we're called the "water planet," but remarkably little of the blue stuff — less than 1 percent — is available to…

Tips For Choosing Kitchen Pendant Lights

Contemporary Kitchen design by San Francisco Design-build Harrell Remodeling How to light an island is a subject of endless speculation and worry, but it needn't be a subject so fraught with…

DIY Built-Ins: They’re Really Just A Bunch of Boxes

Eclectic Dining Room design by San Francisco Interior Designer Niche Interiors While free-standing furniture can look beautiful and provide ample storage, size-wise it may not always work into your…

Color Guide: How to Use Light Blue

Traditional Hall design by Miami Architect tuthill architecture   Light blue, in its many variations, is one of the most classic decorating colors and appears in traditional motifs dating back…

Plan of the Week: “Perfect Porch Promenade!”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3825 - The Madeline 5 A perfect porch wraps two sides of this country-style home. Ideally sited with the porch facing forward, receive guests at the side entry in…

Plan of the Week: “Just Right”-Sized Bungalow

www.DrummondHousePlans - Plan # 3133-V1 - Ashbury 2 Whether you are starting out or right-sizing for retirement, this sweet bungalow has wonderful curb appeal plus amenities to please. A welcoming…

Understanding Leather Furniture

You truly get what you pay for in regards to leather. High-quality pieces cost more, but their comfort and longevity make them a worthwhile investment. There are ways to save money without…

Homeowners’ Workbook: 10 Steps to a Kitchen Remodel

Eclectic Kitchen design by Philadelphia General Contractor Kenny Grono You've decided to remodel your kitchen. Now what? Not knowing where to start, many homeowners fall into two camps. Some start…

Residential Wood Heating

If you heat with wood now or are considering the use of wood fuel for home heating, this book is for you. Wood as a home energy source differs in important ways from all the other options. Heating…

Boost Your Energy With Natural Light

Modern Kitchen design by Seattle Architect McClellan Architects Abundant natural light in a home not only saves electrical energy, but it gives you more personal energy too. In a normal building,…

House Plan of the Week: “Superb Four-Season Vacation Home”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2957, The Touchstone 1 A warm and inviting home for any time of year – enhanced by abundant windows and a remarkable blend of materials, sloping roof, decorative…

Finish Your Basement the Right Way

Contemporary Basement design by Minneapolis Design-build Orfield Remodeling, Inc   Basements are tricky. These large spaces beg for a new use, but they often become dumping grounds for all of…