27 October 2011

Energy Efficiency Series: Energy Upgrades That Pay For Themselves

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.  Choosing an energy-efficient…

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25 October 2011

Tech Tuesday Topic: Save Energy With a Thermostat That “Learns”

There seems to be no shortage of gadgets coming to market that make our lives simpler, more comfortable, etc. A new thermostat coming to market will help to save money, too!

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24 October 2011

Fireplace Maintenance in the Fall Season

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22 October 2011

Plan of the Week – “Panoramic Views & Versatile Site Placement”

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20 October 2011

Energy Efficiency Series: The House as a System

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.  Much as one is more than the…

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18 October 2011

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…

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15 October 2011

Plan of the Week – “Contemporary Bi-Generational”

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11 October 2011

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…

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8 October 2011

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

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6 October 2011

Energy Efficiency Series: Solar Hot Water Systems

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.  Hot water demands the second…

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4 October 2011

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  

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2 October 2011

Plan of the Week – “Commanding Contemporary”

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2 October 2011

8 Ways to Make Your Mantel Shine

mediterranean living room…

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30 September 2011

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…

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29 September 2011

Energy Efficiency Series: Sunshades in Passive Solar Applications

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.  

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28 September 2011

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…

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24 September 2011

Plan of the Week – “Fab Four… Plex, That Is!”

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19 September 2011

DIY Project: Create a Wall-hanging Clothes Rack

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17 September 2011

Plan of the Week – “Cottage Charisma”

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15 September 2011

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…

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