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10 Essentials for a Welcoming Front Porch
Whether you’re setting up house for the first time or you just hope to streamline your setup, this guide to creating a welcoming front porch is a good place to begin. It helps to start with a clean slate, so when the weather permits, consider thoroughly tidying your porch as step one. Dust off cobwebs,…
Read MoreHow To Turn a Junk Drawer Into an Organized Space for Spices
Could that junk drawer in the kitchen be put to better use? In this episode of Houzz TV, watch as kitchen organizer Wiebke Liu, founder of Blisshaus in Oakland, California, turns a cluttered junk drawer into an organized spice collection. In four steps, you’ll go from mess to masterpiece, and your family might find a…
Read More8 New Kitchens With Stylish Countertops
Countertops often account for a significant amount of surface area in a kitchen. So in addition to providing workspace, countertops also have an important effect on how a kitchen looks. Here, design and remodeling pros share details about various countertop materials, colors and pairings they used to bring durable work surfaces with style to eight…
Read MoreHow To Choose The Right Size & Layout For Your Outdoor Kitchen
Consider your space, entertaining style and outdoor living needs when determining your outdoor kitchen’s configuration. You’re ready to take your outdoor space to the next level with an outdoor kitchen. You’ve researched grills and amenities and know what features are on your “must have” list. But before you begin buying and building, it’s important to…
Read MoreTop 4 Home Renovations For Max ROI
Some Highlights: Whether you are selling your home, just purchased your first home or are a homeowner planning to stay put for a while, there is value in knowing which home improvement projects will net you the most Return On Investment (ROI). Minor bathroom renovations can go a long way toward improving the quality of your everyday…
Read MoreTop 6 Stylish Kitchen Sink Setups
When remodeling a kitchen, countertops, cabinets and appliances are all important considerations. But creating the ideal kitchen sink setup shouldn’t be overlooked. Sink styles, faucet finishes, nearby lighting and where to place the sink are among the things to discuss with your kitchen designer. 1. A trio of floating shelves on the wall above the sink…
Read More8 Kitchen Storage Ideas
Try some or all of these solutions to declutter and organize your kitchen cabinets, drawers and pantry items. 1. Utensil drawer insert. If you care about getting your flatware and serveware in order, check out designer and Houzz writer Yanic Simard’s column from this week. He looks at nearly two dozen solutions and tips for organizing drawers and…
Read MoreBefore & After Glass Front Cabinets Set This Kitchen’s Style
Beautiful cabinetry, mullioned windows and richly refinished floors refresh this kitchen in an 1879 Pennsylvania home. Kitchen at a Glance Size: 183 square feet (17 square meters) Location: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania Designer: elizaBeth Marcocci of Mother Hubbard’s Custom CabinetryPrior to its renovation, this kitchen in an 1879 Pennsylvania home lacked counter space and had no range hood, and the finish on…
Read More3 Questions To Ask Before You Buy Your Dream Home
If you are debating purchasing a home right now, you are probably getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family will have your best interests at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what is currently happening in the real estate market. Ask yourself the following 3 questions to…
Read MoreKnow the 3 Zones of Kitchen Storage
Organize storage space around the kitchen’s main activities for easier cooking and flow. “How much storage space do I need?” The trick is to assess what you own and decide how you will store it for convenient access. Carefully consider this challenge because poorly organized spaces often become daily irritations, impeding the pleasure of being…
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