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8 Elements of an Asian-Style Kitchen

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The New (Smaller) Great Room

Subtle partitions can add intimacy to the classic open floor plan...  Kitchen traditional kitchen

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Inspired by Denis Chamberland's original article in French, translated by Deb Villeneuve

Refresh the Look of Your Kitchen with Sink and Faucet Replacement

Kitchens tend to be the hub of the home and realtors agree that kitchen improvements are well worth the investment. Thankfully, there are a few kitchen updates that are neither expensive nor…

DIY Custom-Hued Chalk Paint For Decorating Fun

We are seeing more and more use of chalk paint used in decor to create space for notes or a blank canvas for young (and young-at-heart) artists. We have yet to test this DIY project but it comes from…

Bathrooms Can Brim With Style, Even on a Budget

Get a high-end look for your bathroom even if you are on a low-end budget with some helpful design tips.  

Reasons to Design With Houseplants

Live plants are important home accessories and — sometimes they can even become key design elements on their own. Next time you see an unused corner or empty shelf in your home, consider bringing in…

Energy Efficiency Series: Induction Cooktops for Energy Savings (and Safety)

I recently attended a homeshow where a manufacturer was doing a demo of induction cooktops. A pot of water was at a rolling boil and a twenty dollar bill was tucked between it and the cooking…

Is Your Relationship Getting Lost in Your King-Sized Bed?

With Valentine's Day mere days away, thoughts of romance are in the air. As home designers, we frequently have requests for the master bedroom to be able to accommodate a king-sized bed. When…

Cool Things to do with Chalkboard Paint

You can turn virtually any surface in your home into a blackboard with chalkboard paint. You apply it just like any other paint. Then invest in a box of chalk and an eraser and you have your very own…