In order to find the right windows to use in a ranch house, you have to understand its basic structure first. This is because even people who sell windows might not know what’s right for your house. They might suggest unsuitable options, such as window repair or double hung windows. Horizontal – Ranch houses are […]
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Basement of the Week: Games, Guests and Ship-Shape Storage at Toronto
Interior designer Karen Sealy has spent a great deal of time on ships, which served her well when it came time to finish the cellar of her small Toronto bungalow. She approached the distance like it was a boat’s cabin, integrating entertaining and relaxing spaces with much-needed storage, while remaining mindful of every square inch. […]
Great Design Plant: Desert Museum Palo Verde Provides a Colorful Canopy
One can hardly find a more vibrant tree than the’Desert Museum’ palo verde, with its distinctive green trunk and yellow flowers that appear in spring. Although there are several species of palo verde,’Desert Museum’ has the very best features, including that it is thornless, has a beautiful vase shape and flowers over an extended time […]
Discover the Music of the (Garden) Spheres
There are those people who believe that genuinely meaningful gardening involves more than the habitual Saturday-morning run to the farmer’s market to purchase one of whatever every plant seller is realising that weekend. Andrea Cochran and Topher Delaney, two California landscape architects, embody the doctrine of designing with meaning and purpose. In their own designs […]
Pro Chefs Dish on Kitchens: How Marc Vetri Cooks at Home
Marc Vetri, restaurant owner and Iron Chef winner, recently remodeled the kitchen in his Philadelphia row home with the support of designer Michael Gruber, who also built Vetri’s restaurants. A special thanks to chef Michael Symon for introducing me to Vetri therefore that I could inquire about his perfect house kitchen. Chef: Marc VetriLocation: PhiladelphiaRestaurants: […]
Patio of the Week: Strong Comfort in Northern California
Landscape architects changed this steeply sloped land with fire, water and six-ton boulders. A relocated garage introduced a great chance to make outdoor living spaces where the driveway was, as well as a dramatic entrance sequence from the street down to the house. The group from Pedersen Associates infused the website with paths, outdoor rooms […]
Real Estate Contract Definitions
A property contract, when signed, is a legally binding document used to detail the agreement to buy or sell a house or a piece of property, says Jabber and Isaac, P.A. Though buyers and sellers are encouraged to have a realtor review this document before signing, in addition, it is useful for both parties to […]
Northeast Gardener's July Checklist
It is that time of year — garden barbecues, iced tea, casual poolside parties and long, hot days that buzz with the pulsing rhythms of cicadas and fade into twilight punctuated with all the flashing lights of fireflies. July’s zenith is indicated with luxurious, vigorous growth in the garden. I make notice of plants that […]
Toy With Dollhouses for Grown-up Decorating Charm
Confession: I really like dollhouses, and I’m a woman. This may be due to an unfulfilled childhood fantasy, or maybe because I’m an architectural history enthusiast, and lots of miniature houses are appealing and approachable examples of period architecture. However, what I love is their decorative appeal that is whimsical. I know I’m not alone, […]
Discover the Rug Type Everyone Wants
I recently tried to order a certain flat-weave rug for a client, but it was totally sold out everywhere I looked. Now this rug was no Hermès bag, but I can not say I was surprised. Flat-weave rugs have turned into a must-have item in home decoration. They dominated showrooms and display racks at the […]