A kitchen is a versatile space in any home—it can be a peaceful retreat or your favorite gathering spot. However you use your kitchen, the design choices you make can influence how everyone feels in it. Whether you’re eagerly awaiting…
Fireflies can make your backyard feel a little bit magical. These bioluminescent beetles are found all over the world, but in the U.S., they’re found west of the Rocky Mountains. Also called lightning bugs, they emerge in spring or summer,…
If you’re looking to design a sustainable kitchen, you might find yourself choosing between two eco-friendly countertop options: Corian and Cambria. Both are certified as “green” by National Green Building Certification programs and offer a variety of colors and patterns.…
There are good bugs, along with birds and reptiles that eat the bad bugs that eat your gardens. Plenty of insects, the pollinators, fertilize your vegetable plants for a good harvest. It’s important to know the difference because if the…
Pink plywood and exposed insulation combine in this monochrome bar in Sydney, designed by local architecture office Akin Atelier to evoke the cosy feel of Tokyo’s mid-century listening bars. Akin Atelier founder Kelvin Ho designed JAM Record Bar for Justin…
Solid wood cabinetry in warm tones has always been a timeless choice for kitchen remodels. When planning your kitchen, selecting the best quality wood for your cabinets is essential, even if you’re considering painted or laminate finishes. The type of…
While bats may seem like fun, spooky creatures that only come out on Halloween, in reality, they are a common household pest. Many homeowners will discover they have a bat in their attic at some point and it’s important to…
Architecture studio HawkinsBrown has taken over a former furniture showroom, giving its staff a workspace with a shop window, a social kitchen and a Richard Woods-designed cabin. The former Vitra showroom on Clerkenwell Road is now a three-level office for…
We all want to prevent our dark-colored clothes from fading. The best way to prevent washable dark clothes from fading is to wash them in cool water that is between 60 to 80 degrees F. We’ll share the best tips…
Marble is a timeless choice for kitchen countertops, entry and sunroom floors, and bathroom showers. Unfortunately, as with any surface, stains happen. But don’t panic—here are seven ways, easy tricks, and tips to get stains out of marble with supplies…
