Tiffany Lamps: A History in Design

Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933) is the creator of the well-known Tiffany lamp. His career began as an oil and watercolor painter, but he became interested in glass while traveling in Europe and…

12 Ways to Add Beautiful Stone to Your Home

traditional kitchen design by other metros general contractor Weaver Custom Homes When it comes to building materials, stone has been admired for its longevity and beauty since the oldest dates…

10 Safety Tips to Remember When Using a Wood Burning Stove

A wood burning stove that is properly installed and carefully maintained can provide the warmth and comfort you need in winter. Wood burning stoves also provide the perfect heating alternative when…

Tech Tuesday Topic: Automated Bathroom Lighting

When was the last time you stumbled out of bed in the middle of the night to the call of nature? Or tip-toed to the kitchen for a late night snack or something to drink? Toe-kick lighting in the…

Plan of the Week – “In Perfect Harmony With Nature”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # W2905 This unique pod-style house is in perfect harmony with nature thanks to use of natural building materials, organic profile and abundant windows. The main…

Tech Tuesday Topic: See How TVs are Passing the Designer Test

Better-looking televisions and electronics come out of the armoir, into the room's design   home electronics design by Seura Home electronics design has come a long way from the boxy tube TV…

8 Ways to Make Your Mantel Shine

mediterranean living room design by los angeles interior designer M2 Interior Design, Inc. As the weather gets cooler, our focus turns toward the warmth of the fireplace and its surrounding beauty.…

Decor: The Best Upgrades for Your Money

Designers at HGTV share the best upgrades for your money... "The key to any new-build is the upgrades,but they can cost a fortune. A lot of them are worth spending the money, however, because they're…

DIY Project: Bring an old chair to life by re-upholstering

Are you saddled with an heirloom piece of furniture that doesn't suit your decor? Or perhaps you've found a piece in a second-hand store that you simply love the shape of? If you have basic sewing…

Color Psychology: Yellow

With the official onset of autumn, how about a little look into the color psychology of one of the sunniest of the autumnal colors? Many people shy away from using yellow, but a better understanding…

Off the Beaten Path: Delightful Alcove Spaces

  traditional hall design by charleston general contractor Priester's Custom Contracting, LLC Whether for art, a bed, a chair, a tub or any other reason, alcoves provide those special spaces that…

DIY Project: Create a Wall-hanging Clothes Rack

Create a wall-hanging clothes rack Using an ENERGY STAR qualifyed clothes dryer will help lower your electricity bill — and benefit the environment as well. But you can save even more by damp-drying…

Selling a Home in the Autumn

Autumn is one of the best times of the year to get your house on the real estate market. There is more time for buyers to browse. Children are busy back in school, and there’s still enough sunlight…

Energy Efficiency Series: How to Buy Energy Efficient Windows and Doors

In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Did you know that up to 25% of…

Decor: White Chic Done Right

So we are now officially past the Labour Day weekend and following the advice of fashionistas - packing away white shoes, pants and accessories. If you are a lover of all things white, your decor…

The Case for Linoleum and Vinyl Floors

Paul Anater of Kitchen and Residential Design is a prolific writer who's articles show up in many design circles. He has posted a series of flooring articles on one of our favorite design sites,…

Decor: How to Decorate With Red

Get inspired to use the color of luck and love in your interior design! modern entry design by portland architect Giulietti Schouten Architects The color red is powerful, both in its appearance and…

Energy Efficiency Series: How Solar Cells Work

In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Nearly all of our electricity…

Decor: Small Ideas For Big Results

  contemporary hall design by denver architect Forum Phi When looking to make changes in our homes' decor, we often think of making improvements on a larger scale. I'm always excited about…

Set Sail Year Round With Breezy Boat Decor

spaces design Although summer is coming to an end, there are still ways to evoke the feelings of a breezy coastal getaway at home all year long. One of the greatest feelings of freedom in the world…