Green Is In
The word green has the same Germanic root as the words for grass and grow. During the middle ages, it was associated with wealth and the gentry class of England. Today, we associate it with
Owner-Builder Advantages
You may have visited a new home while shopping for real estate. They are the benchmark for home buyers everywhere. House-hunters will visit a show home and then compare everything else they see to that
Improving Natural Light
In ancient times, light was the primary consideration of the architect and builder. The sun and it's position during the day prioritized the siting of the dwelling and it's openings. More light means more benefit
Choosing the right television for you
Changing lifestyle priorities and the move to tablets has put less emphasis on a theatre experience that was popular a few years ago. The design conversation is turning to hiding or disguising the television, so
Naturalistic Housing
The definition of naturalistic housing depends on the context of the architecture. The most common image that comes to mind is a rustic abode, perhaps a log home or a beach cottage. It's a place
Joyful Paint Palettes
Soft neutrals like greige or cloud white are flexible enough to work in every room. Generally, a neutral backdrop can be accessorized with colour much easier than the opposite. It's good to know that each
Modular homes
In the early 1900's, a small mail-ordered house was a practical alternative to a custom designed and site-built dwelling. Homeowners could order the entire structure, pre-cut and ready to assemble. A kit house saved the
Organizing the garage
Garages are usually low priority when it comes to cleaning and organizing. After all, it's a room for the car and trash pails, isn't it supposed to be a little bit rough? As a storage
Home Office Improvements
A well-organized and prepared home office can help you focus on work. Whether it is large or small, making your office a place where you want to be will make you more productive and