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The benefits of having plants in your home are numerous. From increasing the quality of air in your home to combating disorders like SAD, plants like succulents are a smart decorating choice – even for those with a less-than-green thumb. Which … Read more
One night, a few days after we put an offer on our first house, a fixer-upper, my husband and I laid in bed watching HGTV late into the night. We talked of load bearing walls, the potential of ripping up … Read more
The average kitchen renovation can run in the ten of thousands range, depending on how major the project. When you’re spending that much money, it’s important to get the most bang for your buck. These kitchen remodeling tips will help … Read more
If you have never had the misfortune of owning a completely useless dishwasher, consider yourself lucky. For those of us that have, we know the desperation that comes with opening the door to find unclean dishes, food heat baked onto … Read more
Last month I had the incredibly unique opportunity to visit the HGTV® Dream Home 2017 in picturesque St. Simons Island, Georgia. Only a few people actually get to step foot into the home before the big HGTV Dream Home Giveaway® … Read more
Last month I had the incredibly unique opportunity to visit the HGTV® Dream Home 2017 in picturesque St. Simons Island, Georgia. Only a few people actually get to step foot into the home before the big HGTV Dream Home Giveaway® … Read more
Have you always dreamed of owning a beautiful waterfront home, tucked away on a quiet island in the south? Imagine it, a fully furnished, waterfront paradise with jaw dropping interior design by Brian Patrick Flynn. Yeah? Me too. Which is … Read more
Rub a dub dub, who needs a tub? If you have a beach house, you probably understand the need for an outdoor shower. They’re great for washing off the sand and salt water, getting the mud off after rain, or … Read more
Improving your home’s energy efficiency with ENERGY STAR appliances can help to lower high energy bills, improve comfort and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. All of which are good for you and for the environment. Need more reasons to shop for … Read more
When we bought our first home over 5 years ago we had no idea we were at the forefront of a trend that would be sweeping the nation just a few years later. We only knew that our 500 square … Read more
Whether it has materialized in their home or it’s still reserved to their Pinterest board, every cook has a dream kitchen. Dimensions, cabinet finishes, color schemes and layouts may differ between them but one of the universal wishlist items are … Read more
I’ve taken thousands upon thousands of photographs in my lifetime. Aside from the everyday, the opportunity to visit over 45 countries has gifted me with the ability to document some amazing moments. From exploring beautiful Italian architecture, taking in stunning … Read more
Ahhh I remember the days before kids. Nights when going to bed at 11pm was ‘early’ instead of ‘late.’ Days when I could walk out of the house with nothing but my purse and my keys instead of a diaper … Read more
Summer isn’t complete without a pool party! If you are lucky enough to have a fabulous pool, chances are you want to show it off with a great party. Any good pool party will need plenty of towels, pool toys, … Read more
While you’re off exploring new places this summer, your lawn is suffering in the heat and having no fun at all. Granted, you’d rather be relaxing on a beach or taking in the sights of another city, but grass is … Read more
As Father’s Day approaches, there is a lot of buzz going around about the qualities that make up a “good father”. I think about this as I look outside at the lush vegetation that has been tended to so lovingly … Read more