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Home Security
Home Automation: Home Security From Anywhere
Home Security On the Go Home security is something that is always top-of-mind for me. I live in an area of Austin without a lot of foot traffic and it’s secluded enough that there aren’t always regular police patrols. While having more space and a quieter neighborhood is often one of the best parts of…
Solar
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Home Solar
Minimizing your carbon footprint, increasing your home’s value, reducing your energy bill—there are countless reasons to make the switch to solar energy. And even though with increased solar rebates, you can recoup nearly your entire solar investment, purchasing solar panels still requires a considerable up-front cost. Before you make the switch to a solar-powered home, here…
Other Home Projects
We’re all familiar with the old adage, “Less is more.” In the design world, nothing embodies this saying quite like minimalism, a style that attempts to strip a design down to its essential elements. Maybe you hear the word “minimalism” and immediately think of a cold, sterile, and uninviting space. We’re here to change that…
Other Home Projects
12 Fresh Ideas for a Functional Laundry Room
Between the sorting, washing, drying, and folding, laundry can sometimes feel like a never-ending task. So, incorporating functional laundry room ideas isn’t usually at the top of the to-do list for most of us. But considering we spend hours there each week — and sometimes even more often — why not make this space as…
Other Home Projects
9 Ideas for Creating an Inviting Front Porch
There’s nothing quite like a cozy and inviting front porch to crank up your home’s curb appeal and entice visitors to want to stay for a while. But if your front porch is currently bare-bones and lacking in charm and color, it can be tricky to know where to start. Check out these nine front…
Bathroom
8 Questions to Consider Before Your DIY Bathroom Remodel
So you’ve caught the DIY bug and are feeling inspired by the new year to tackle your own DIY bathroom remodel — congratulations! You’ve got this under control and can be confident that you’re making the right decision in remodeling your bathroom to add extra value to your home. Plus, if you’re doing this on…
Other Home Projects
A Beginner’s Guide to Accent Walls
Looking for an easy way to add some drama to a room? Look no further than an accent wall. These eye-catching home design must-haves add visual energy and focus attention on the features of a room you most want to highlight. If you’d like to incorporate the pleasing punch of an accent wall in your…
Siding
Deciding on the Right Siding Colors
The right siding can make a home pop — one color can dramatically improve the look of a house, while the wrong one can ruin the entire look. That’s why it’s important to consider some things before you choose your only hue. The wrong decision will leave you with a poor-looking home with a…