A few days ago, my kitchen faucet started to drip. For most people, this would probably be a minor annoyance at worst. But it was dripping pretty steadily, and, in my stainless steel sink, none too quietly. Being the environmentally minded adult that I am, I put a big dutch oven under the faucet to […]
Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Kitchen Faucets
Five Simple Kitchen Gadgets That Will Streamline Your Kitchen Sink
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Usually when you talk about upgrading your kitchen, you’re talking about big ticket items: a new refrigerator, range, cabinets, or floors. But sometimes it’s the little changes that add up to a big difference in the way you use your kitchen. Especially in a smaller kitchen, simple functionality-adding features are the best upgrades you can […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Outdoor Living
Sun Rooms: Bringing Your Outdoor Spaces Inside In A Cooler Climate
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I grew up in the Southwest, where rain, wind, snow, and cold were practically nonexistent, and where indoor and outdoor spaces merged pretty freely. Patios, porches, and decks were practically standard-issue living spaces, and even outdoor bathrooms and outdoor kitchens weren’t unheard of. So it wasn’t until I moved to the upper Midwest that I […]
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I don’t know about you, but I’m a big time bather. I prefer long soaks in the tub to a quick shower ten to one, and love to take piping hot bubble baths to unwind. That’s why, from where I stand, choosing a bathtub for your big bathroom remodel is one of the most important […]
Appliances, Kitchen, Outdoor Living
Outdoor Kitchens: Everything You Need To Entertain Like A Pro This Summer
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It’s starting to get warm out, even in parts of the country where spring comes fashionably late. It’s not quite springy enough for grilling here in the frozen north, but the orange construction cones are in bloom and I’ve got outdoor design on my mind. If you’re planning a big back yard project, now is […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Tiny Bathroom Vanities Take Two:More Solutions For Your Small Bathroom
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I’ve written about very small bathroom vanities before, but I feel like it’s a topic worth revisiting. For most vanities, “small” means either 36″ or 30″ wide, but anyone with a genuinely small bathroom knows that isn’t really all that small. Personally? I have a very, very small bathroom myself, and I know that every […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Medicine Cabinets
Six Smart Ways To Add Extra Storage To Your Small Bathroom
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I’ve spent most of my life living in places with bathrooms so small they’re practically an afterthought. Now, I love a good long soak in a big, deep whirlpool as much as the next gal, but I know from personal experience that sometimes the most pressing matters in bathroom design don’t have anything to do […]
Decorating Ideas and Tips, Furnishing Ideas, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture
Bar Stools: Adding Utility And Style To A Contemporary Kitchen
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More than ever, the kitchen has become the heart of the home, not just for preparing food, but for eating and entertaining as well. Kitchens are larger and more open than ever before, with everything from more storage to more seating. But while many dream kitchens focus on features like sprawling kitchen islands, professional grade […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Vanities, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Antique Bathroom Vanity Sets – Old World Style With A Modern Convenience
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Building an antique inspired bathroom isn’t easy. After all, you certainly don’t want to expose real antiques to the harsh, humid, and ever changing environment of the bathroom, and replicas designed specifically for the bathroom aren’t always easy to come by. Traditional bathroom vanities easier to find, but truly ornate antique styles – with elaborate […]
Bathroom, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Six Ways To Spruce Up A Small Bathroom – Easy Remodels You’ll Love
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Large scale bathroom renovations are the hottest thing in home design these days. But it can be hard to dream big when your bathroom is small. Much of the conventional advice that goes into building a dream bathroom simply doesn’t translate well when your space is limited. Even so, you don’t have to be doomed […]