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3-Level Chicago Addition Marries the Old and the New

January 30th, 2018
Much like Chicago itself, this West Town residence is an architectural fusion that combines styles from different eras and offers vintage charm with modern livability. Sig Froelich Architecture Photos by Chris Bradley PhotographyAddition at a GlanceWho lives here: Two young professionals and their childrenLocation: West Town neighborhood of ChicagoSize: Porch is 290 square ...

How to Keep Your Light Fixtures Shining Bright

January 29th, 2018
Your glass light fixtures should be cleaned on a regular basis so you can let as much light into your rooms as possible. Plus, you don’t want to have your glass fixtures looking smeared and foggy. Here are nine green cleaning tips and tricks to keep them looking crystal clean and clear. Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd. 1 1. Don’t forget to look up. Hanging light fixture ...
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1759 SOUTHMERE CRESCENT, South Surrey White Rock, BC

January 29th, 2018
I just finished uploading this Duplex for sale, 1759 SOUTHMERE CRESCENT, South Surrey White Rock, BCCompletely renovated 1/2 duplex in desirable Southmere Village neighborhood. This rare non-strata duplex is private, serene and has a southview exposed patio overlooking lush gardens and a lake. Vaulted ceilings, elegant staircase and natural gas fireplace. Quality finishing throughout, new cab ...

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How to Store Your Kitchen Tools and Flatware

January 28th, 2018
They say the key to organization is a place for everything and everything in its place. This is true for even the smallest items, such as your kitchen utensils. These include your everyday flatware as well as the many small but mighty cooking tools a serious chef requires. Here are some of my favorite options for storing your utensils, in any space and on any budget. Dura Supre ...
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Room of the Day: Craftsman-Style Master Bath With a View

January 26th, 2018
Master Bathroom at a GlanceWho lives here: A couple of empty nestersLocation: Monument, ColoradoSize: 156 square feet (14.5 square meters)Designer: Tricia Turk, owner of and designer at Turk InteriorsBefore: Nothing was working in this bathroom for these empty nesters. They disliked the room’s layout, materials and colors. Instead, they wanted a more Craftsman-style bathroom, a design sty ...
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14652 WEST BEACH AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BC

January 25th, 2018
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 14652 WEST BEACH AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BCOcean View South, White Rock Brand New Home, Contemporary Design w/European Flare. The Beach proximity is right at your door step, kayaks, dog walks, right where you live. All Heated Floors, A/C, Heat pump, HVAC all H/e appli, LED, Control 4 Smart tech home. Solid Core Drs. Ocean rated Westec Wi ...

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14533 MAGDALEN AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BC

January 24th, 2018
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 14533 MAGDALEN AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BCVery elegant home w/ expansive Ocean Views enjoying White Rock Pier East w/ morning sunlight off the kitchen spanning across the San Juan's West for sunsets in your living room sipping a glass of wine w/ the fire on. Unique peaceful setting surrounded by naturalist greenbelt to the North, gener ...

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12713 24 AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BC

January 24th, 2018
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 12713 24 AVENUE, South Surrey White Rock, BCCrescent Heights! German builder Oslo Homes, built w/ integrity. A traditional floor plan w/ 4 bdrms up & a fifth bdrm ensuited on main plus executive office. 4,668 sqft home. Heat pump A/C & HRV, quality Morrison windows & Euro-Tech doors. Vaulted ceilings at foyer entry, cross hall formal dining & liv ...

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Not Ready to Remodel Your Bathroom? Try a Mini Makeover Instead

January 22nd, 2018
When walking through staged or model homes, I love to see a clean, beautifully styled bathroom — it makes me feel relaxed, as if I were at the spa. But as a professional organizer, I see a lot of real homes, making me well aware that most of us don’t have bathrooms that look like those in the model homes. And that’s just fine. For many people, a bathroom remodel may not be in the works just ...
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How to Keep Your Washing Machine Clean

January 21st, 2018
Just because you fill your washing machine with laundry detergent doesn’t mean you don’t need to clean the machine itself. It sounds counterintuitive, but while your machine is ridding your clothes of dirt, it doesn’t always rid itself of that same dirt or a buildup of detergent residue. In addition, the newer HE (high efficiency) machines are especially prone to developing mold and mildew, ...
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