Articles by: Home Renovation Concepts Staff

  • Family-Friendly City Backyard

    Family-Friendly City Backyard

    This urban backyard was overgrown with a dated firepit and uneven ground, and the large trees prevented grass from growing. After a thoughtful makeover, this updated space has an outdoor kitchen, swim spa and lounge and dining areas. See the features of this family-friendly city […]

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  • How to Build Your Own Mega Checkers

    How to Build Your Own Mega Checkers

    Everyone enjoys outdoor games. Mega Checkers, a supersized version of classic checkers, will totally wow your friends and family, and it’s a game you can make and customize in an afternoon in your own backyard. learn how to build your own Mega Checkers in this […]

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  • Spectacular Off-the-Grid Shipping Container Home

    Spectacular Off-the-Grid Shipping Container Home

    More people than ever are dreaming of escaping the cities and going back to nature. This spectacular off-the-grid shipping container home is located in the middle of a conservation block and has wonderful views of the beautiful surrounding landscape. Take the tour in this Living […]

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  • How to Refresh Your Outdoor Space

    How to Refresh Your Outdoor Space

    Spring is a great time to start freshening up your yard. There’s a lot of things you can do, but it’s a good idea to start with washing away old debris, prepping your planter beds, and topping off your planters with a fresh layer of […]

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  • Narrow City Terrace

    Narrow City Terrace

    This narrow city terrace has three zones designed for maximum outdoor enjoyment – a seating area and container garden with herbs and flowers, a dining area with an industrial table, and a lounge area with a comfortable sofa and cushions. Take the tour in this […]

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  • Top Ten Outdoor Living Trends for 2021

    Top Ten Outdoor Living Trends for 2021

    Spending a lot of time outside helps people reconnect with nature and discover the many joys of outdoor living. The trend of improving our exterior living spaces is more important than ever. See the top ten outdoor living trends for 2021 in this D.Signers video:

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  • Types of Kitchen Islands

    Types of Kitchen Islands

    A kitchen island is a versatile design element that adds acessible storage, seating for family and guests and counter space for food preparation. Learn about the different types of kitchen islands in this video by The Home Depot:

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  • Tips and Tricks for Small Space Design

    Tips and Tricks for Small Space Design

    Small spaces are tricky, but elements like color palettes and furniture placement are really important in creating a cohesive livable space. Designer Reiko Caron presents her tips and tricks for small space design in this House & Home video: Scale the rooms based on how […]

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  • How to Prune and Grow Late-Flowering Hydrangeas

    How to Prune and Grow Late-Flowering Hydrangeas

    Some people have an aversion to pruning flowers as it makes them nervous, but it actually produces a lot more blooms. Hydrangeas are known and loved for their beautiful blooms. The pruning method you use, however, will depend on the type of hydrangea you’re growing. […]

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