Whatever you’re buying — a house, a piece of art, or a pair of shoes — it’s smart to know what you’re looking for before you start the process. You don’t need to have the exact thing in mind (you’ll never find it), but you do need to know what you want and what you
Interior Design
What to Look for in a Downsized Home
Photo Source Lives change, and so do the homes that contain them. If you, like Michael and me, have decided that it’s time to get rid of a bunch of stuff that just doesn’t fit into your life anymore, you are probably looking for a house that is better sized to your new lifestyle. Once
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The Best Colors for Fall Décor
Finally, we are waking up to fall in the air. Early morning walks call for a light jacket, my boots are suddenly a fashion option, and there’s a feeling that a bit of frost isn’t too far away. That means it’s time for our décor to wake up to fall, as well. I was at
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Shopping Tips for Whole-House Furnishing
Photos: Left | Right When you’re working on a house, you spend a lot of time making decisions about items that are part of the construction: the kitchen cabinets, appliances, bathroom tiles, flooring… the list just doesn’t seem to stop. When you get to the softer stuff — the things you move around — sometimes
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Tips for Transitioning from Summer to Fall
We’ve been so comfy in our short-term house —with its amazing pool and beautiful outdoor spaces — that summer has just whizzed by. Since I’ve been riding the “lazy train,” summer has seemed more like a vacation than actual life. So you might be surprised to hear me say I’m looking forward to the change