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Wake up your patio for spring with these simple yet stunning seasonal updates that are perfect for both lazy Sundays and evening gatherings. Cozy Spot for Relaxing + Entertaining Once a simple, paved spot around the front of this midcentury modern home, transformed into a bold and beautiful spot for entertaining friends and […]
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No better time than right now to focus on your home. Remodelista has some ideas on what you can do while you’re social-distancing. 1. Welcome in spring. Above: With all the chaos and turmoil in the world right now, we don’t blame you if you forgot that spring arrived this week. Help usher in […]
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1. Tips for Getting Organized Limited on space or have too much stuff to deal with? These storage solutions will help you de-clutter every room in your home. To get you started, here are a few golden rules to follow for home storage: Opt for square containers. Unless you have open shelving, square storage containers are always […]
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I have a tolerate/hate relationship with the steam heat radiators in our 1920s home. They work—so that’s good. But while being warm when it’s frigid outside is a definite plus, I wake up most mornings angry that we don’t have radiant floor heating. That’s because around 4 or 5 a.m., the cast-iron behemoth in my […]
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Put your corridors to work as storage, seating, or gallery space with these ideas. Hallways don’t just have to be connective space—they can serve a multitude of functions despite the challenges that their long, narrow proportions present. Below, find a practical guide to making hallways that aren’t just for passing through. 1. Install Shelving Installing wood […]
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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds conducted flyovers in Southern California today to honor local front line workers battling the COVID-19 pandemic. LOS ANGELES (KABC) — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds conducted flyovers in Los Angeles, Orange County and other areas of Southern California today to honor local front line workers battling the COVID-19 pandemic. Get […]
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9 minimalist home tips: things you need to start — or stop — doing right now. A clean, clutter free home is totally doable. Just follow the minimalist home tips in this infographic: Minimalist Organization Ideas It’s really about what you do — or don’t do. Reduce duplicate items in your […]
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Dusty vents, fan blades, blinds, windowsills and tools? No problem, with these great cleaning tips. 1. Cleaning Air Vents Materials/Tools Needed: dishwasher car wax Remove Your Vents Put Your Vents in the Dishwasher Run a complete cleaning cycle to get your air vents sparkling. Coat with Car Wax to Keep Clean 2. Scrubbing Down […]
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I have friends who renovated their home recently, and they put together this gorgeous, open-plan kitchen with The Works: white marble countertops on top of crisp black base cabinets with pull-out drawers, floating open shelves instead of upper cabinets, and an enormous farmhouse sink. Basically everything I’ve ever pinned. Not surprisingly, it looked amazing when […]
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1. A Place to Reflect Home is a place where you feel most comfortable, which is why it feels so good to come home after time away. It’s a place where you can curl up with a good book and the place where your bed and pillow await after a long day. Now that many […]
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