When it comes to design, homeowners assume there will be trade-offs between energy efficiency and aesthetics. This LEED Platinum Certified modern home in San Francisco, however, received its rating without indulging in any of the cliches of energy-efficient design. Vertically designed on a 25 ft […]
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There’s nothing better than homegrown vegetables in the spring and summer. With a little work, you can be enjoying those delicious tastes at your house all season long. Get quick tips for growing vegetables in containers in this Lowe’s video: Start with a few staple […]
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This living room can only be configured a certain way because of the adjacent walking space, entryway and office. There’s also the TV in the built-in, and everything has to face the TV to keep everyone happy – or does it? Designer Rebecca Robeson presents […]
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No matter how much you love the sunlight or the view, you will still need a way to cover and control your windows. Window blinds are the simplest way to add privacy to any room and give you the ability to moderate the amount of […]
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If you have a small space, it doesn’t mean that it can’t be wonderful, beautiful and comfortable. Designing a smaller space is all about visual manipulation, and you need to be very clever and take advantage of every inch. Get interior design tips and ideas […]
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Kitchen designs typically start around one element; and in this space, it’s the range. See the features of this beautiful chef-worthy mixed metals kitchen in this Build.com video: Starting with the mixed metals range, the stainless steel is carried throughout the room to the beverage […]
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Whitewashing a brick fireplace is an easy and inexpensive way to give it a nice facelift. Learn how to whitewash a brick fireplace in this Lowe’s video: Steps 1 and 2 below are for unpainted brick: 1. Surface Preparation Inspect the mortar to make sure […]
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Once winter rolls into spring, it’s time to think about planning your garden and growing herbs, vegetables and annuals. Get spring planting tips in this P. Allen Smith video: Herbs Herbs are among the easiest plants to grow and are “gateway” plants for people who […]
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This semi-detached home had a tight footprint and no front hall closet. The front entryway was dumping ground for kids’ boots and backpacks, and there was a combined small kitchen and dining room and a tiny living room. An extension to the front of the […]
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