In the midst of the pandemic, many people in the US spent more time enjoying their home’s outdoor space than ever before. But as we move further into the fall, how can you adjust your space so you can still enjoy plenty of time outdoors—even as temperatures continue to drop? A recent article from realtor.com outlined different ways to make your outdoor space more usable in colder Continue Reading
Your October Newsletter is Here!
Halloween will look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t entertain your own ghosts and ghouls at home! Check out this month’s newsletter for some festive (and social distance approved) entertaining ideas, recipes, and tips that will haunt your loved ones for years to come…in a good way of course. Enter if you dare! Try out these frighteningly fun Continue Reading
These Are The First Half of 2020’s Hottest Interior Design Trends
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
