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What Might Our Living Rooms Say About Us?

April 10th, 2013
Like fashion, people's home design and decor choices say a lot about them. We don't want to jump to conclusions or judge a book by its cover, but often it's not too hard to understand some basics of a person's lifestyle by looking at a room. And that's because most of us want our houses to say something about us. We want them to be comfortable and functional, yes. But when i ...

11 Apartment Hunting Tips for Renters

April 10th, 2013
I distinctly remember one apartment hunt that brought me to tears. After sifting through dozens of not-right rentals, and with our moving-out date looming, we thought we finally had the perfect place in the bag — only to have it given to another applicant at the last moment. If you've ever had to look for an apartment, you know the process can be nerve-racking; even more so ...

18 Ways to Allergy-Proof Your Home

April 9th, 2013
If you or someone else in your house suffers from allergies, you'll want to get the house as allergen free as possible. Whether you are allergic to dust, pets, mold, pollen or all of the above, it can be hard to know where to begin. These 18 ways to combat allergens and create a cleaner, healthier home will get you started. by Ana Willi ...

15320 COLUMBIA AV, White Rock, BC

April 9th, 2013
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 15320 COLUMBIA AV, White Rock, BCOutstanding Ocean Views on 2 levels White Rock Pier Shoreline across the San Juan's to Mt Baker Large Decks with n/gas & glass railing. Wide Plank hardwood floors with hot water radiant heat - h/e boiler. Porcelain Bluestone 12/24 tiles & 24/24 tumbled limestone floor surfaces. 2 H/E gas fireplaces. Plenty of slee ...

Modern Sleekness and Serenity in Austin

April 8th, 2013
After renovating their downtown Austin, Texas, salon, Chris and Leigh Cortinaz decided it was time to give their house a modern makeover, too. They just needed a little motivation. "We were inspired by the visual effects of downtown Austin's skyline changing before our very eyes," says Chris. "That motivated us to follow through with our remodel." Working with architect Jare ...
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20 Ways to Work White Magic in Your Yard

April 8th, 2013
Like a perfect white shirt or a string of pearls, white gardens exude a timeless charm. They're classically elegant and never seem to go out of style. If you're looking to spruce up your property or try something new this year, it isn't hard to add a touch of white with flowers, fences and other elements for some oh-so-sweet cottage style, to create a soothing backyard retre ...
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Bright Serenity for a Beachfront Tel Aviv Pad

April 8th, 2013
An ocean view dominates the design of this contemporary bachelor pad. Set right on a beach, close to a nature reserve outside of Tel Aviv, Israel, this remodeled duplex was designed to make the most of its location. Architect Lihi Gerstner and brother Din Gerstner remodeled this home as a soothing space for the busy owner to come home to and as a spacious venue for entertain ...
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From Dated Southwestern to Serene Minimalism in a Cleveland Bathroom

April 8th, 2013
When a Cleveland couple saw this house, their imaginations ran wild ... yet minimalist. Its original style was Southwestern, not to their modern tastes, but it had great bones. The renovation, designed by architect Ryan Duebber, included a bathroom that inspires moments of Zen (in fact, a wall-mounted TV near the tub means the homeowners can enjoy that segment of The Daily ...
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The Easiest, Cheapest, Nontoxic Way to Unclog a Drain

April 8th, 2013
Forget everything you know about clearing clogged sink and tub drains. Throw away your snakes, plungers and drain cleaners. (OK, maybe not your plunger.) There are only two methods you need to know to clear clogs, and neither one of them costs more than a few gallons of tap water. First, it’s a good idea to be proactive. If you notice that the water is draining more slowly, ...
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14259 PARK AV, White Rock, BC

April 8th, 2013
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 14259 PARK AV, White Rock, BCQuiet Cul de sac location. Nice large sun deck with private fenced yard west facing. Living room fireplace flanked by quality Cabinetry, wide plank hardwood floors, Spa bathroom off master bedroom. Great river rock fireplace down in family room, super cozy *Newer 25 yr* Roof, h/e furnace, thermo windows, hot water on ...

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