When you have to be away from home over night, you look for lodgings that are clean, comfortable and inviting. If you’re staying with friends or family, you may not have many options. As the host, however, it’s your job …
Where Should a Mudroom Go?
A coat closet was once the primary place for storing coats and other items when you returned home. With modern families’ needs and schedules, a mudroom is often a more convenient choice. It preserves your floors when everyone removes their …
8 Ways to Simplify your Laundry Routine
Laundry is the chore that never ends, but there are ways to make it easier. With the school year looming, here are some laundry room tips for making your laundry routine simpler and more efficient. 1. Plan Storage Space Making …
15 Ways to Use your Bonus Room
Whether you’re looking for a way to revamp an extra bedroom, enclosed patio, den, loft, attic or garage, there are many ways to use your bonus room. These suggestions will help get you started so you can make the most …
Home Color Trends Coming for Fall 2016
Pantone recently released Fall 2016 color report, and they’re definitely not what you might expect. This year’s colors don’t rely on the traditional, muted fall hues that we’re used to. This palette is made up of warm-toned, bright colors you …
8 Ways to Make your Home Farmhouse Chic
Decorating styles tend to come and go in cycles. Old trends make their way back around occasionally, while others seem to stick around and evolve over time. Once a way of life, the farmhouse has now become a popular style …
Create an Outdoor Living Room with a Patio Cover or Pergola
You can add value and functionality when creating an outdoor living room, whether it’s a space to entertain, enjoy family time, or me time.
10 Smart Kitchen Organization Ideas
Having a disorganized kitchen full of cooking paraphernalia can make cooking a chore. Completely transform your kitchen and its practicality just by implementing a few of these smart kitchen organization ideas. 1. Stacking Shelves Kitchen organization ideas are all about …
How to Throw an All-American 4th of July Party
This day of national independence is celebrated across the country as a day of freedom. Hosting a 4th of July party provides the perfect opportunity to let your personality shine and invite friends and family over to celebrate the freedoms …
Ideas for Designing your Home Bar
Setting up a bar at home, even if you only drink occasionally, creates an opportunity to cater to guests. A well-crafted and fully stocked home bar can provide nearly as many options as the neighborhood pubs without all the noise …