We’ve all become increasingly dependent on WiFi within our homes for our iPads, smart phones, game systems and laptops. And as great as this all has been (I love watching South Park from wherever I want), there are those occasionally-frustrating “dead spots” we have to tolerate. In this article, I’ll summarize my use of a […]
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5 Outdoor Kitchen Design Tips from Professional Landscaping Contractors
This guest post was written by Steve Stewart, owner of Landscape East & West Home feel too small? Need extra space to relax? Consider adding an outdoor kitchen. The backyard is a popular “room” to renovate these days, as many homeowners can’t afford to buy a larger home or add on a full addition. An […]
Floor Plan Design Trends in New Modern Homes
This guest post was written by George Hale, owner of H. Hudson Homes Modern home builders design functional floor plans that perform efficiently and maximize space. While new modern homes use similar design concepts, not all the floor plans are the same. By knowing which type of floor plan suits you and your family the […]
The 7 Commandments of Working with Contractors
As great as it feels to conquer a major project on your own, the reality is that sometimes we all need to get some help. Finding the very best local contractors is a definite challenge. But once they’re engaged – what are the best ways to work together? Having been a contractor for quite a […]
Fun with Feng Shui: Creating Flow in Your Home Design
This guest post was written by interior design consultant, Bianca Stephans Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese science concerned with promoting energy and harmony between one’s inner self and their environment. Many Feng Shui principles have been adopted by interior designers to bring beauty, increase positivity and even prosperity into a home. Each aspect of […]
Downsizing? Interior Design Tips for Small House Plans
This guest post is by Home & Living Space Design Consultant, Alan Mascord Whether you find yourself with an empty nest, decide that you don’t really need that much square footage or just want to simplify your life, you’ll find that living large doesn’t have to mean living in a huge house. Moving into a […]
Summer Snapshots from the Jersey Shore
Sometimes a single snapshot can convey a story almost completely on its own. Many of the images that follow were submitted by readers, friends and family – and convey varying perspectives of homes, landscaping, nature and life at the Jersey Shore. I’ll add a few words as a back-drop for each. But for the most […]
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