10 Wood Stove Hearth Ideas
A wood burning stove exudes a magical warmth that can make you forget about the cares of life. But to safely enjoy your wood stove, it must include a properly designed hearth. What is a hearth? In simplest terms, it’s…
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13 Swimming Pool Coping Ideas
“Every design choice we make has a sensual effect on us.” – Lebo Grand If you’ve never owned an inground pool, you’ve probably never heard of pool coping. So, what exactly is coping? In architectural terms, it is the material…
9 Pallet Wall Ideas for Your Home
“A room should never allow the eye to settle in one place.” – Juan Montoya An accent wall adds so much charm to your home, and a pallet wall is one of the most popular ways to achieve this. It…
13 Firewood Storage Ideas for Different Places
Nothing matches the rustic charm of a wood burning fireplace. Gas fire logs are simple to use but fail to replicate the crackling sounds and smoky aroma of a real wood fire. To achieve the perfect fireplace or fire pit…
17 Clever Attic Storage and Organization Ideas
“I like attics…The past stacked up like forgotten memories, but with a small effort, brought down and enjoyed again.” – Kim Harrison Attic storage space is often under-utilized—or not used at all. But if you find your possessions outgrowing your…
12 Shade Sail Ideas
“Life is checkered shade and sunshine.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Every sunny day is better with a little shade. But what do you do if your outdoor living space is uncovered, and you need a quick backyard shade solution? Start…
20 Entryway Bench Ideas
Leave your shoes and your worries at the door! An entryway bench is the anchor of a home’s “drop zone.” Who wouldn’t love having a convenient place to sit down while taking off their shoes at the end of a…
16 Dining Table Centerpiece Ideas for Everyday
“Be faithful to your own taste, because nothing you really like is ever out of style.” — Billy Baldwin Many of us only decorate our dining room table during the holidays or when we’re entertaining. However, a beautiful dining room…
29 Canopy Bed Ideas for a Dreamy Bedroom
“Stars shine in the canopy of eternity.” – Joshua L. Liebman Canopy beds are no longer reserved for royalty. In fact, the modern canopy bed is surprisingly affordable and easy to DIY with your existing bed frame. But is it…
10 Inspiring Zen Bedroom Ideas
The word “Zen” has become a common part of English vocabulary. It is used to assign peace to everything from food to business practices—but what does it really mean? “Zen” signifies an awakening of one’s connection to nature, a tradition…