Serving trays typically evoke ideas of luxurious mornings spent with breakfast in bed, as revealed in the first image below. However, their usefulness extends beyond this decadence; they could be way of carrying supplies out for grilling, toting snacks and popcorn for film night, or simply hauling fixings for lunch. There are plenty of trays Read more about Neat Little Project: Create a Sturdy Wood Serving Tray[…]
The kitchen for many is a complex workshop at which we whip up mouthwatering meals to nourish ourselves and our loved ones. Nevertheless, the superb cooking process has some unfortunate by-products: grease, odor and moisture. The appropriate ventilation can help minimize the consequences of these fat droplets and neutralize scents in the heart of your Read more about The Way to Choose the Ideal Hood Fan For The Kitchen[…]
The central Excellent Plains of the U.S. isn’t a desert of monotony. In the east, by the Missouri River into Illinois, the moisture-loving tallgrass prairie once flourished. From the Missouri River west, the rains are more sporadic, and also mixed-grass prairie transitions into the shortgrass of the High Plains under the shadow of the Rocky Read more about Central Plains Gardener's May Checklist[…]
Place your own private stamp on your kitchen design by including a bold backsplash. Go beyond standard tile and try playing with unconventional materials — an unusual backsplash helps you spice up your kitchen without having to dish out a ton of money for a full remodel. Have you ever thought about using industrial metal Read more about 8 Statement-Making Kitchen Backsplashes Beyond Fundamental Tile[…]
A drive down Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles will take you through lots of ritzy, well-known areas — Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Bel Air. But a little farther west, just over the 405 freeway, you’ll hit an improbable picture: a rustic canyon where horse paths and farm-recalling character are the way of life. Welcome to the Read more about A Ranch House Is Reborn in a Los Angeles Canyon[…]
There is a good reason the bell jar lantern has this elegant, timeless quality that works so well in many different spaces. With roots in medieval and Renaissance designs, this lantern has developed into a timeless fixture that’s suited different design fashions for centuries. It could add just the right decorative touch to your property. Read more about Ring In Lighting Style With a Bell Jar Lantern[…]
Understanding your climate is key when you’re adding to your home’s outdoor spaces. Whether you’re thinking about a simple deck or an expansive outdoor kitchen, knowing your climate’s particulars will significantly improve the outcome. Below are some design ideas that will assist you create a relaxing and comfortable outdoor space, ideal for where you live. Read more about Climate Control: Function With Nature's Elements for Your Greatest Outdoor Space[…]
I shift into fulltime spring style once the calendar rolls over to March 1. March can bring heavy, wet snow tempered by warm, sunny days. It’s a great time to get busy in the garden and savor the smell of damp dirt and the colours of nature’s awakening. Jocelyn H. Chilvers Enjoy the very first Read more about Rocky Mountain Gardener's March Checklist[…]
In case a whole-house remodel or second-story addition is in your future, here is are 10 suggestions to make the most of your investment, improve the functionality of your home and make future work easier. Keeping them in mind when working with your architect or contractor might help lower your costs and stress throughout your Read more about 10 Tips to Enhance Your Whole-House Remodel[…]
Architects are not fond of words. We’re a visual bunch typically, but sometimes we need to add notes to our own pictures to explain the concepts to others. I think it’s safe to state “noting up” our drawings is the least favorite job of architects. So, to save time, we use abbreviations. Unfortunately, we have Read more about Architectural Abbreviations Explained[…]