Thanks to COVID-19, the first half of 2020 saw many people hunkering down and spending more time at home—which has led to a huge surge in home design projects. But which projects and trends have been the most popular? The Wall Street Journal asked design experts for their insights into the hottest design trends for the first half of 2020. According to the experts (whose Continue Reading
Decorating Tips You Can Steal From This Blockbuster Store-Turned-Airbnb
Most homeowners and real estate agents will agree that decor from the 1980s and ‘90s can make a room feel dated, and perhaps even unappealing. But one iconic brand from that era is leaning hard into the nostalgia aesthetic and generating plenty of interest. The last standing Blockbuster video store, located in Bend, Oregon, is offering movie buffs the chance to visit the past and spend Continue Reading
School Bus Renovation Gets High Marks for Creativity & Design
Once you’ve completed your schooling, you’d probably prefer not to set foot on a school bus again. After all, those yellow behemoths are hardly synonymous with luxury. And yet, one couple, Robbie and Priscilla, opted to skip the RV route and instead renovate a 1998 Thomas school bus. The results send them straight to the head of the class when it comes to working some real makeover Continue Reading
Your August Newsletter is Here…
As our communities work hard to flatten the curve, we also continue to face new challenges and learning curves of our own. This August looks very different from last year for many children and families throughout the country. Virtual back-to-school nights and remote learning from home have become the new norm. Not to mention, working parents are adjusting their schedules to oversee their Continue Reading
Dad Builds a Backyard Coffee Shop That’ll Make You Want To Build Your Own
Backyard pubs have been popping up left and right, but not everyone is into drinking alcohol. Some people prefer their coffee… One man’s love for coffee compelled him to build a coffee shop right in his own backyard. His proud daughter, Julianna, shared his amazing project on social media. The charming coffeehouse has been garnering rave reviews and it’s no wonder why. You can practically Continue Reading
Porch Envy Is So Real It Has Its Own Hashtag
As the old song goes, “It’s summertime and living is easy…” It’s even easier (and a bit more pleasant) if you have a porch. Aside from increasing your home’s charm factor, this amenity offers you an outdoor space where you can relax or entertain depending on the day and your preferences. But just because you’ve got one that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re making the most of it. If your porch Continue Reading
Cook Up An Outdoor Kitchen That’ll Make You Want To Cook Out Even More
There’s just something special about dining al fresco. When you eat outside, food just tastes better somehow! Whether you’re at a nice restaurant or hosting a cookout, the atmosphere of fresh air and sunshine (or even better – stars at night!) adds a fun element to just about any meal. Grilling is great, but you can’t eat hot dogs and hamburgers all the time. What if you could cook outside more Continue Reading
Just Keep Swimming…Your May Newsletter is Here!
As we continue to self-quarantine at home, many of us might be feeling disconnected, lonely, and stir-crazy—all of which are perfectly normal feelings to have at this time. However, it’s important to remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Coronavirus numbers are beginning to stabilize as a result of social distancing, and California is just weeks away from modifying its Continue Reading
Working From Home? Try These Home Office Design Tips
Due to COVID-19, more people are working from home than ever before. And if you’re working from home, it’s important to have a workspace that keeps you productive and engaged throughout the day—and the design of your home office can help make or break that. Here are some essential design tips for creating an office that will keep you inspired and productive while working from home, Continue Reading
Stuck at home? Here’s how you can stay connected, healthy and happy!
In an effort to contain the outbreak of the new coronavirus, most of us are self-quarantining in the comfort and safety of our own homes. And while we are all doing our part to protect our family members, friends, and community, it’s safe to say that we may be feeling a bit stir-crazy. That’s why we’ve put together some of our favorite ways to stay connected with friends and family, give Continue Reading
