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With the western half of the US experiencing historical drought levels, it’s time to get serious about reducing our water footprint, and one very practical way to do so is through a rain catchment system. These setups can easily provide water that would be otherwise lost to landscaping, holding collected rainwater until it’s needed. Your…
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Dress Up Your Deck With A DIY Gas Fire Pit
Gas fire pits marry the cozy warmth of a backyard fire with ease and convenience. Instead of spending your time chopping wood, obtaining a fire permit, and struggling to light a fire the old-fashioned way, you can set up your own gas fire pit for backyard campouts at the touch of a button. And while…
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Seven Things to Consider Before a Laundry Room Remodel
Embarking on a laundry room remodel is a significant step towards enhancing your home’s functionality and aesthetics. It’s an opportunity to transform a mundane space into something both practical and pleasing to the eye. However, diving into this project requires thoughtful planning and consideration. In the following guide, we delve into seven crucial factors you…
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How to Boost Your Curb Appeal with a Container Garden
It’s no secret that homes with beautiful landscaping are more eye-catching than homes with empty yards. Lush foliage and vibrant plants create a welcoming environment before you even enter a home. Of course, not every house comes with a spacious front yard, and not every homeowner has the budget for professional landscaping. But if you…
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Inspired by the everyday lifestyle of the industrial working world, industrial style celebrates pared-down architecture and utilitarian forms. Industrial style is all about the marriage of form and function. It favors practical materials and straightforward designs and manages to remain effortlessly chic and edgy in spite of its simplicity. If you’ve ever dreamed of living…
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No VOC Paint: Why It’s the Best Option for Your Health and Your Home
Whether you’re redecorating your living room, finally covering up the screaming lime green you painted the bedroom, or just doing a little touch-up, there’s more on the line when you repaint your home than simply adding some beautiful color. The paint you choose affects your health and the environment, too. Conventional paint contains pollutants called volatile…
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Go from Blank to Beautiful With Fabric Wall Art
Just moved into a new apartment? Upgraded to a bigger house? Take a moment to congratulate yourself—moving is a big deal! Okay, now that you’ve patted yourself on the back, it’s time to get down to business. After all, that blank wall space isn’t going to decorate itself! Fabric wall art, however, comes pretty close…
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In the interior design world, terms like “modern,” “contemporary,” and “minimalistic” get thrown around a lot. But what do they actually mean? Are they all different design styles? Modern design homes tend to favor certain elements like straight lines and sharp edges, but they can also have lots of color. They differ from both contemporary…
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When we built our home two years ago, I told the designer that the bathrooms weren’t my first priority. Since we had limited resources and a tight budget, I planned to DIY our bathroom upgrades later, when it was more realistic. Now that time has come. I’ve been focusing on designing a beautiful guest bathroom, and…