Going green is hardly a new concept. As a child of the ’90s, I remember vividly the “reduce, reuse, recycle” campaigns and watching Captain Planet all the time. But perhaps now more than ever, sustainability is a mainstream lifestyle. People use reusable, cloth grocery bags in place of disposable plastic ones, opt for metal straws […]
When you picture your dream house, what do you see? If it’s light and breezy, with a clean aesthetic and tones, you might be picturing a home with coastal style. (Oh, and if that dream house is at the beach, you’re definitely thinking coastal style!) You might have thought “coastal style” means “anchors everywhere” or […]
The dog days of summer have arrived. These are some of the muggiest, stickiest days of the season. And the humidity is so dense that you can practically touch it; high humidity means that there is a lot of water content in the air. As a homeowner, consider how all that extra humidity can affect […]
As the Fourth of July approaches, it’s fun to look at how different American elements have worked their way into home design. A combination of different styles, Americana design incorporates hints of rustic, farmhouse, transitional, and even coastal decor – think reclaimed wood, neutral color palettes, painted furniture, warm and inviting spaces – while throwing […]
If you’re a parent, it definitely won’t surprise you to hear that kids can wreak havoc on a floor. Running and jumping, scattered toys, spilled juice, and more are just par for the course when you’ve got little ones around, but they’re not the only things to consider when shopping for kid-friendly flooring. Comfort, safety, […]
