09/01/2021
How to Build a Sitting Wall
Take a scenic drive through the back roads of New England and you will inevitably spot some of the 240,000 miles of stone walls built by 19th-century farmers trying to delineate their land.
08/31/2021
These 3 routine home-maintenance tasks that cost more than you'd expect
When I first became a homeowner, I wasn't clueless about the costs involved. I knew that on top of my monthly mortgage payments, I'd have other expenses to deal with, like property taxes and homeowners insurance. I also knew that it would cost money to maintain my home.
08/31/2021
25 DIY Paint Projects That You Can Complete to Redecorate Your Entire Home
Opening a fresh can of paint has endless potential for creativity. After all, a painted design is one of the easiest ways to breathe new life into an old set of dishes, a flea-market mirror, or even a glass-fronted cabinet.
08/30/2021
‘No-recipe recipes’ are the food trend we need right now
In 2011, the biggest thing in cookbooks (literally and figuratively) was Nathan Myhrvold’s “Modernist Cuisine.” The five-volume, 52-pound opus delved into the art and science of molecular gastronomy, with detailed instructions on how to suspend tomato water in spheres of basil oil and otherwis...
08/30/2021
Inside a Historic San Francisco Mansion Where Art and Design Reign Free
Believe it not, Peter Marino is an unabashed romantic. Yes, that Peter Marino: the AD100 Hall of Fame architect and designer, he of the artfully inked epidermis, shiny Harley-Davidsons and Ducatis, and black leather, biker-chic ensembles. Give the maestro a historic property with a star-studded back...
08/29/2021
City dwellers have a newfound appreciation for local parks amid the pandemic
When much of the country closed down over a year and a half ago city parks were among the only places that remained open, inspiring Canadians to find new uses for their public green spaces.
08/29/2021
How Do You Get a Construction Loan?
If you want to build a custom home instead of buying an existing property, you might need a construction loan. A construction loan is considered a short-term loan that covers just the cost of building a custom home.
08/28/2021
Back-to-school season can leave little time for cooking. You need Claire Tansey’s ‘lifesaver’ recipe
School is nearly back in season, which can make the everyday task of feeding a family feel like your own at-home version of “Chopped,” requiring all the ingenuity you can muster — in never enough time — to please your toughest judges, your kids.
08/28/2021
26 Organization Essentials from Walmart That Streamline Every Room in Your Home
Outdoor summer activities are endless, and you've likely collected a few things, like a new summer wardrobe, summer cooking essentials, and outdoor sports equipment, along the way.
08/27/2021
Trend Forecast: 2021 Colors and Palettes of the Year
Cocoon yourself in deep, rich tones, practice mindfulness with new and optimistic neutrals, and reimagine what home really means to you. Industry experts predict that 2021 will be all about using color to reconnect to the places and themes that matter most.
08/27/2021
Where to Put the Dishwasher in Your Kitchen
Use this comprehensive guide to think about the best and most practical location for this kitchen appliance
08/26/2021
Does getting pre-approved for a mortgage guarantee you'll get a loan?
There are certain steps it pays to take when you embark on a home search. You should spend some time interviewing real estate agents, make a wish list of the home features you're looking for, and get pre-approved for a mortgage.