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Are you in the mood to freshen up one of the rooms in your home? The bathroom is a great, manageable place for a relatively quick and easy project! Although you can choose to take on a renovation, there are plenty of ways you can upgrade a bathroom in your home with enhancements that don’t require significant remodeling projects. Here are ten design tips to help get your creative juices flowing:...

Are you thinking about giving your bathroom a facelift? One of the decisions you’ll have to make is whether you should choose a door or a curtain for your shower. If you have a stand-alone, walk-in shower, a shower door may be ideal. If your bathroom is a combination of a shower and a tub, however, your choice might not be as clear-cut. In this case, you can go either way. Ultimately, the option...

Fall comes along with chilly weather that's perfect for curling up on the couch with a cup of hot chocolate and a really good book. If you haven’t turned your home into a cozy haven yet, now is the perfect time to do so. There are many affordable pieces you can add to your space to create a cozy atmosphere. Adorn Your Furniture with Chunky, Knit Throws Nothing screams “cozy” louder than cuddling...

The kitchen is a bustling hub of activity for many families, serving as a gathering spot for meals, food preparations, homework sessions, and great conversation with friends and family members. If your kitchen is in need of an update, consider incorporating a few trendy features to give your space a new look. Check out a few of the emerging trends in kitchen design that you can use in your own...

With its breathtaking beauty and cooler weather, fall is an ideal time for an outdoor party. While nature will decorate your fall party with colorful foliage, adding a few specific features will make hosting an outdoor party more convenient and enjoyable. The following are some essentials that will get your patio ready for entertaining: Ideal Patio Features for an Outdoor Party A Patio Grill...

If you like to start your mornings off with a steaming cup of coffee or love to relax in the evenings with a delicious tumbler of iced coffee, a home coffee station is a must-have addition for your abode. Check out a few tips and tricks to help you create a picturesque area perfect for making an amazing cup of joe. 1. Repurpose Pieces to Create Your Coffee Station Utilize an empty area of counter...

With all of the hype about spring cleaning, many homeowners forget to complete their fall home maintenance checklist before winter arrives. In fact, we believe that tending to these maintenance tasks is perhaps more important in the fall than after the winter. Before you get wrapped up in the holiday season, take a few hours to address these issues in and around your home. Clean Out Your Gutters...

Parents moving in with their adult children can be a fantastic experience — especially when grandchildren are involved. The opportunity to create new memories together is priceless and one of the best experiences a family will have together. This inclusion does create a few spatial obstacles to overcome, however, as additional adults in a home can make the space feel cramped. Here are a few smart...

Whether you’re expecting your first child or watching your little ones grow, you always want to ensure your home is a safe space for them to play. Although many parents do a great job of baby-proofing the interior, some forget to make their backyard baby-friendly too. Here are some great ways to ensure your backyard is as safe as possible for your young ones to run around: Tips to Make Your...