Textured Wall Finishes

Textured Wall Finishes – Ragged plaster finishes and rough wall textures are making a comeback. They can be left raw or dyed to show subtle differences in tone. I love layered plaster walls because they feel like you’re walking into the foyer of an art gallery, or slipping into a neighborhood coffee shop in Europe. There are different types of plaster you can work with: clay, lime and gypsum. For a more detailed explanation of the differences, check out this article on Remodelista.

Many of us are old enough to remember the faux Tuscan wall craze of the 1990s. I think we’ve created enough distance from that era and we can once again declare that rough textured interior walls are actually very cool, when done right. Anything that mimics the imperfections of weathered plaster walls, whether real or fake, can look good in the right space. It’s really about creating … Read the rest

Design A Backyard Retreat

Design A Backyard Retreat – With a backyard close to the road, these homeowners were tired of seeing and hearing cars while they tried to rest on their property. The solution? They enlisted the backyard by design to create a hidden retreat that would allow them to rest in peace.

Landscaping between the pool and the property line has created a beautiful barrier that will enhance the privacy and sound buffer with each passing year. Transitional areas connect new and old spaces with impeccable style, creating a true outdoor living experience.

Design A Backyard Retreat

Curved waterfalls add interest and ambiance while creating an additional buffer to drown out sounds from the road. Fire bowls on each side add warmth, light and life to summer nights.

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A matching curved sun ledge creates a delightful full circle while the ledge provides space to relax in lounger chairs while … Read the rest

Electrical Work For New Additions

Electrical Work For New Additions – Most electrical installations in the country require one or more additions or changes during their lifetime. If such work is planned, it is important to verify the safety and completeness of the existing installation prior to undertaking the work.

Additions or changes to standard domestic installations usually involve small tasks, such as adding a socket-outlet to a circuit. existing termination or reconfiguration of a light, including the addition of one or more new terminations and / or to replace a sales unit. However, regardless of the proposed work, the safety of the current electricity must be evaluated to ensure that it is safe for the work.

Electrical Work For New Additions

Regulation 132.16 of BS 7671 requires that no addition or alteration, temporary or permanent, be made to an existing installation, except:

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Coastal Living Spaces

Coastal Living Spaces – Don’t you like starting the new year with a fresh and clean space? I was finally able to put the finishing touches on our living room on my last visit. I find myself more and more drawn to minimalist spaces with limited decor, I feel like I can think more clearly, is that me?

We are fortunate to have a single story home in an older neighborhood just minutes from the gorgeous gulf coast and keys. We fell in love with Sarasota when we visited last year. It was the white sand beaches, gentle ocean waves, colorful sunsets, quiet life and art scene that made us want to move. Our plan is to make the full-time jump from California to Florida at the end of next year after our son finishes high school.

Coastal Living Spaces

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Plumbing Maintenance Checklist

Plumbing Maintenance Checklist – Although there are steps to be taken throughout the year, as the seasons change. There are some simple maintenance tips that you should practice every day to prolong the well-being of your plumbing maintenance. Some of these include:

Take care of your disposal. Turn off the water and dispose of it before adding food and do not use the disposal as a waste bin. Foods such as pasta or fruit peels are difficult to grind and can damage your disposal. After using the exhaust, run cold water for about 15 seconds to make sure all flushes pass and do not linger behind. 

Plumbing Maintenance Checklist

Be smart with your device. Clean the lint traps in the washing machine, ideally after each use and choose to open the dishwasher at night. This will save hot water and maintain good water pressure throughout the day.

Plumbing Maintenance Checklist

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Greenhouse And Potting Shed Ideas

Greenhouse And Potting Shed Ideas – ‘Cecile Brunner’ climbing rose arches over the garden entrance. The barn has recycled doors and windows that let in lots of light.

Garden shed or greenhouse? The structure pictured here, a charming focal point in a backyard in Exeter, California, is both. But owner Connie Featherston prefers to call it her garden playhouse.

Greenhouse And Potting Shed Ideas

“I had to put a clock in there because I’m having so much fun, I’m literally losing track of time,” he says.

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Good times aside, the creation of the warehouse was also practical. “The real reason I decided to build it is because I grow all my seedlings in the kitchen window and I’m tired of cleaning potting soil out of the sink,” says Featherston.

An 8- to 10-foot greenhouse/shed hybrid sitting on cement foundations fits his … Read the rest

Home Wellness Spaces

Home Wellness Spaces – Did you know that your well-being goes far beyond daily practices? It also affects interior design and architecture. A well-designed space undoubtedly leads to a healthier lifestyle and a happier life. The good news is that you can improve the health of your home with guiding wellness design ideas! Here are our life-invigorating favorites!

Interestingly, wellness interior design flourished in offices before catching on in homes. That said, wellness architecture has been around for a while. Fortunately for all of us, its popularity grows daily. And thanks to its growth spurt, many avenues like lighting interior design are also growing.

Home Wellness Spaces

In short, wellness design focuses on improving the health and well-being of those who reside in a building. Whether residential or commercial, wellness architecture makes life better. There is also a scale based on fundamental ecological principles that assesses the health of a … Read the rest

Smart Storage Solutions

Smart Storage Solutions – Lots of storage space. Most of us would happily say yes to more – especially if it’s well organized. An extra closet can fail if it doesn’t have useful storage. Creating custom storage solutions—like custom closets, built-in bathroom shelves, or a custom mudroom—to fit your needs is a dream, but it’s not always possible unless you’re renovating or building your dream home from scratch. Fortunately, in the meantime, you have options other than living in a mess or throwing everything out.

You can make DIY storage solutions that look practically custom if you put some thought into the dimensions and finish. These simple storage ideas will help you make the most of the square footage you currently have. With a few smart tricks, you can outfit your laundry room, bathroom, kitchen, and garage — even your hallway — to get more done and keep all your … Read the rest

Renovations For Home-based Businesses

Renovations For Home-based Businesses – Let us guide you through the steps to recognize and understand your main customer groups in order to adjust your services and marketing strategies accordingly.

By identifying who your customers are and what they desire, you can guarantee that your home improvement company not only attracts a diverse clientele, but also fully meets their renovation needs.

Renovations For Home-based Businesses

And if you’re looking for a ready-made customer segmentation that’s fully customizable, check out our business plan template designed for home improvement services.

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Customer segmentation is the strategy of categorizing your home improvement company’s potential and current customers into distinct groups based on common characteristics.

Think of it as creating a blueprint that outlines who your customers are, from basic demographics like age and income to more specific aspects like renovation goals and home ownership … Read the rest

Elegant Foyer Designs

Elegant Foyer Designs – Your foyer gives others the first impression of your home and shows off your design taste and affluent lifestyle. While many luxurious grand foyers feature high ceilings and grand staircases, no matter how big or small your space is, you can make your home’s entryway a beautiful expression of your style.

Decorating your luxurious grand foyer can often be a challenge. Some foyers are a room in themselves, while others are just an entrance space. Either way, your entryway should clearly reflect you, your lifestyle, and show visitors what to expect in the rest of your home.

Elegant Foyer Designs

Take a look at some of our most impressive foyers, which showcase a variety of design features. Maybe you’ll get some design inspiration to transform your home’s entryway into the luxurious grand foyer you’ve always wanted.

Foyer Ideas To Make A Great First Impression On Your

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