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What Bad Habit Is Driving You Absolutely Nuts at Home?

July 29th, 2020

Most of us have been going through a roller coaster of emotions these past few months in response to sheltering-in-place orders. Many of us also have learned more about ourselves and our partners, kids and roommates than we ever thought possible — or maybe ever wanted to know. A once-quiet and tidy household can look like it was ransacked by a family of raccoons these days. Noisy kids battli ...

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8 Practical Ideas From Spring 2020’s Popular Home Offices

July 27th, 2020

For many people, working from home is the new reality. In fact, nothing in recent memory has transformed how we use and think about our homes quite like the sudden, demanding integration of remote work — for adults and kids. And everyone’s needs are different. For some, a slim tabletop to hold a laptop and a few supplies will suffice. For others, a full-on office with built-in storage, printe ...

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4 Storage and Style Ideas in Top Laundry Rooms of Spring 2020

July 24th, 2020

Whether you’re a fan of doing the wash or would prefer to never see another dirty sock in your life, you can make the task more pleasant with an attractive and functional laundry room. Here are four great ideas for making your laundry room a more beautiful and practical space.1. Stylish Tile Tile is a durable and stylish detail to introduce to laundry rooms. Here, Spanish-style tiles coordin ...

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When to Pick Kitchen Fixtures and Finishes

July 22nd, 2020

Many homeowners think designing a kitchen starts with choosing items like appliances, flooring, cabinet finishes, countertops, faucets and lighting — and to a point it does. But I try to keep my clients from worrying about many of these items until after the space planning is complete. The huge number of options can be distracting, and it can be overwhelming to make all these decisions at onc ...

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4 Gardens With Creative Outdoor Room Dividers

July 20th, 2020

Outdoor room dividers — whether in the form of a hedge, a screen, a freestanding wall or an elevation change — are often used to define areas of a garden. In addition to serving the practical purpose of separating use areas, outdoor room dividers also can add an element of mystery and drama to a garden. By selectively blocking views, garden barriers may entice one to walk through a space and ...

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8 Ways to Make Your Bedroom a Breezy Summer Oasis

July 17th, 2020

Celebrate summer and enjoy those delicious weekend morning sleep-ins even more by giving your bedroom a fresh, seasonal update. Whether you are looking to tweak a few small details or embark on a major bedroom overhaul, we hope these eight ideas will spark the change you want.1. Use Just-So Details to Make the Room A rope-knot doorstop, vase of freshly cut flowers, soft fringed throw and tra ...

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How 2 Professional Organizers Work With Clients Remotely

July 15th, 2020

As professional home organizers, my business partner and I have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent shutdown orders. Home organizing and move management is a very hands-on profession, and in-person time with clients is an important way we gain trust, build relationships and — from a very practical perspective — actually get the job done. But people are spending a lot mor ...

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6 Great Ideas From Spring 2020’s Most Popular Pools

July 13th, 2020

If ever there was a spring when homeowners were dreaming of having a private pool, the spring of 2020 was it. Houzz users browsing pool photos were drawn to pool spaces with infinity pool edges, integrated spas, beach design inspiration and nearby grassy areas. And they also checked out the adjacent spaces — many of the most popular new pool photos showcase covered lounge areas and outdoor ki ...

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10 Quick Decluttering Tasks to Support a Restful Summer

July 10th, 2020

Summer is in full swing and it’s time to enjoy it. As a professional organizer, I’ve found that for my clients (as well as for myself), a clean, clutter-free, organized environment makes for a tranquil environment. One way to make your home a place where you can relax, rejuvenate and recharge is to stay on top of small cleaning and decluttering tasks. Here are the quick daily tasks I recommen ...

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10 Ways to Turn Your Backyard Into a Resort-Inspired Retreat

July 8th, 2020

Imagine stepping into an outdoor space and seeing a swaying hammock, glowing garden lights and bold tropical foliage, and hearing the sound of water trickling from a fountain. Can you already feel yourself sinking into vacation-relaxation mode? While a trip to a far-off resort likely isn’t possible this summer, with a handful of design moves, your backyard can become a daily oasis designed j ...

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