Small Closet? Great ideas to get the most out of a small walk in closet

Shelving is easy to cut to size, and therefore this closet makes the most of even the tiniest nooks. via Pinterest via Ambiance Interiors via Martha Stewart Living Utilizing wall space is key to making sure there is space for everything. via Interior Groupie via Focal Point Styling via Our Fifth House Our closet will likely be narrow like this one, but at least I won't...

Creating the perfect home

Ever wondered what the main difference between a house and a home is? A house is simply a building where people can live in, but a home is where you are comfortable. When you buy a new place, one of the first things you do, is make it more your style. No matter how beautiful or perfect it may seem, you’ll...

LA Neighborhoods That Are Dog Friendly

No matter where you live in southern California, you are free to own a dog, but not every town tolerates pets in public. Dog owners, especially those who like to spend a lot of time with their furry friends, may gravitate towards canine-friendly communities where they are able to take their pups with them when they venture...

Selling Your Home in California

Builder: Patterson Custom HomesArchitect: Brandon ArchitectsMaterial Selections: Brooke Wagner DesignPhotographer: Ryan Garvin; Jeri Koegel (night shots) Real estate is a very lucrative venture, but selling a home can be tough. You need to carry out repairs, organize open houses, and pay a realtor just to hopefully sell your house for a little more than you bought it. Not...

How To Choose the Best Paint Colors for Your Home

When it comes to the emotions evoked by a location or an object, color accounts for 60% of an individual's response. Therefore, it is extremely important to choose paint colors carefully for the interior of your home. Here are some suggestions on how to choose colors that you'll be happy to live with for years to come.

All about wood furniture – the basics you should know

When it comes to furnishing a house, many home owners opt for wooden furniture to provide both a traditional and elegant environment. It has been a popular material for many years, okay, for always,  for both furniture and for use in construction – and this is mainly down to its durability. Pieces of wooden furniture often get handed down...

House tour! An artist’s super cool Connecticut home

I'm fascinated by this home, and I can't really put my finger on why.  I would absolutely love to see it in person.  Though I would like to see more variety in the artwork around the house, it has so much character! The artist, Kerri Rosenthal, smartly utilizes neutral hues throughout her home to set off the bold color of...

Mirrors are the Focal Point of a Bathroom’s Decor

The finishing touch to any bathroom can’t be imagined without the perfect mirror. Large or small, mirrors are a centre of any bathroom's style. Indeed, even in little bathroom spaces, a huge mirror can be utilized effectively. Mirrors reflect light, giving the impression of a bigger space, and they make dim bathrooms splendid and lively. Mirrors can likewise be utilized to shroud...

The Top 5 Steel Framing Myths Demolished

In the vast realm of construction and all its methods, it is sufficient to say that there have been quite a few innovations along the way. While any kind of change is always welcome in every way, one still has to be careful about the prevailing myths and how to distinguish them from actual facts. For a...

Traditional kitchens, stunning and white, from architect John B. Murray

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Below are some jaw-dropping traditional kitchens from the John B. Murray Architect. I've featured their work before, as I'm a big fan of the mix of modern efficiencies with the character and novelty of more traditional interior design principles. My kitchen is nowhere near the size of these. In fact, I only have 4 drawers, but it is streamlined and efficient,...