“You wouldn’t build a house unless the design was exactly what you wanted; honing in on the design of your renovation project is crucial before you proceed.” – Michael Upshall Choosing a countertop can be one of the most difficult…
“On the road again, just can’t wait to get on the road again!” – Willie Nelson If you’re into the RV lifestyle, these lyrics are probably your anthem. Life on the road always brings something new just over the horizon,…
Wood signs are an easy way to share your inner voice at your business, home, or event. Wood sign ideas run the gamut from refined to rustic. Farmhouse style practically requires the presence of at least one rustic wood sign…
“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex…. It takes a touch of genius – and a lot of courage – to move in the opposite direction.” – E.F. Schumacker The average American home has 2,500 square feet of…
“I return to my front porch to find a place where the air smells sweeter and the sun feels warmer than at any other bend in life’s long road.” – John Sarris A home with a beautiful front porch always…
Life is cool by the pool. If you long for a backyard swimming pool, but lack the space or the budget, a stock tank pool might be for you. Stock tanks have long served a functional purpose on farms, holding…
You know you own chickens when you watch them play in the backyard more than you watch TV. Raising chickens used to be a farmer’s job, but backyard chicken coops are now a common sight throughout suburbia. In fact, some…
Small or large, a balcony provides a welcome private space to enjoy the great outdoors. A patio or balcony ranks high when it comes to desired features on an apartment or condo. Even if the condo or apartment balcony is…
A balcony is a welcome city escape, a private outdoor oasis in the concrete jungle. When looking for an apartment or condo, a balcony is probably on your “must-have” list. Sitting outside while drinking your morning coffee or relaxing beneath…
“Marseilles, Barcelona, Trieste, Istanbul—each romances the Mediterranean in its own fashion, mostly by embracing the sea in sweeping C-shaped bays that date back to antiquity.” – Andre Aciman The Mediterranean region encompasses all countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea. Regardless…