Home Design

Feng shui sounds very interesting when you first encounter the term. Feng shui relates the the spatial arrangement of objects in our lives and the energy that arrangement creates. There are many...

So many people have uttered the same line to me "I just dont know what my style is". This often results in buying something "just because you like it" and then your home...

Designing a room in your house or other dwelling can be done in a variety of different ways---including sketching on paper, using a software package on your computer, or by using a design program...

If you have ever wanted to be able to use all of that space on your kitchen island for a party and set up a buffet station but could not maximize it because your stove or range is in the way and...

Permaculture is the art and science of designing sustainable human habitations that care for people, care for the earth, and incorporate voluntary limits on consumption. It grows from a holistic...

Flat roofs are ideal for arid climates such as Arizona or New Mexico. They are also common on commercial buildings and warehouses around the country. They can be used as decks and patios and as...

We've all seen enough cramped, drab office spaces to know just what we don't want in a home office. But now that your office is your very own space, what exactly do you want? Or, more importantly,...

I love tablecloths, they make an area look fresh and elegant. If you are interested in different sizes, I have three for you to try. It is simple and very rewarding.

You might not have a master bedroom suite in your first house. It might have been a dream of yours for years. Some older homes don't even have master bedroom suites. When you finally get one,...

How many kids do you have? And how many closets? Managing everyone's wardrobe can be a horror story (think Jon and Kate plus 8!). But with some solid rules, and some bright ideas that take you...

So you are considering buying a manufactured home! I presume you mean a single, double or triple wide home, built in a factory, and delivered to your property by truck. If that is the case, here...

Budget decor is essential to transform a dorm room into a home. Decorating used to be for people who could afford designers. Now it has more of a DIY feel to it. Here is how to use budget decor...

Exterior paint colors can be some of the hardest colors to choose. You may have to hire someone to do your exterior painting so you want to be sure that you do it right the first time because it's...

You might want to know how to make a room look taller if your dream house had high ceilings but you couldn't afford it. High ceilings can be a hassle to dust & even paint. Here is how to...

Garage sales can be a great way to find bargains for your home & closet. Unfortunately, they can also be a way to fill your home with junk. Do you always envy your friend that bought an end...

If you are building or remodeling your home, sometimes a new stairway is necessary. With today's codes in mind, this article will show you how to really understand if that new stairway will...