Thursday, August 31, 2017

Houzz Tour: Historic Portland Home Gets a Modern Makeover (22 photos)

When Sandy Riedman and her husband, Aaron Matusick, bought an American Foursquare house in Portland, Oregon’s Historic Alphabet District — a neighborhood of beautiful homes where trees line streets named in alphabetical order — there were layers of dust in the 1907 home, which hadn’t been updated in...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90840749/list/houzz-tour-historic-portland-home-gets-a-modern-makeover/
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Houzz Call: What Are Your Summer-to-Fall Home Rituals? (3 photos)

Labor Day is almost upon us and with it the unofficial end of the summer — and the start of fall. There are plenty of things outside the home that remind us of the shifting season: kids returning to school, leaves turning, days getting shorter. We want to know what do you do inside your home (or...



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Try These 6 Verdant Greens for a Fresh, Fabulous Bathroom (12 photos)

When thinking of an accent color for the bathroom, green might not be the first color that comes to mind. Often, the go-to choice is blue coupled with white — an aquatic-inspired palette often meant to channel the serenity of a beautiful lake or an ocean view.
But verdant green can also bring

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How to Create a Relaxed, Nearly White Palette (10 photos)

There are lots of ways to work white into your home. If your vision leans more toward relaxed and beachy than clean-lined and glossy, let these inviting interiors give you some ideas. By layering textures, incorporating architectural salvage or even displaying a pair of pajamas, you can create a room...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90721963/list/how-to-create-a-relaxed-nearly-white-palette/
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Kitchen and Great Room Celebrate Wood, Steel and Natural Light (7 photos)




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How to Deadhead Roses and Other Garden Favorites (12 photos)

Dying flowers detract from the beauty of garden borders and beds. Deadheading, or snipping them off, directs a plant’s energy into stronger growth and therefore more blossoms. I often get asked about why we need to deadhead plants, especially how and when to do it. This isn’t about pruning exactly, but...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91226118/list/how-to-deadhead-roses-and-other-garden-favorites/
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017

What to Know About Adding a Deck (13 photos)

Good weather should be enjoyed to its fullest extent. To do that you have to actually go outside. But if your home lacks an enticing outdoor living space, there’s little incentive to venture out.
Outdoor living is seeing a bit of an explosion lately: Adding

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from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30420456/list/what-to-know-about-adding-a-deck/
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5 Essential Elements of a Storm Evacuation Plan (3 photos)

The storm's coming — and you're going. Whether you're ordered to evacuate during a flood or hurricane or make the choice on your own, you'll need to be ready to act fast. Here's how to prepare as thoroughly as possible for a quick escape from home and how to ease the shock of displacement until you can...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5305843/list/5-essential-elements-of-a-storm-evacuation-plan/
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Why I Chose 2 Styles of Cabinets in My Kitchen Remodel (11 photos)

I’ve encouraged clients and friends to step out of the box of traditional kitchen cabinets and try something different. I’ve offered suggestions such as bold cabinet colors, contrasting shades and a minimalist option: open shelving. It was time to put my money where my mouth was and mix it up in my own...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86001196/list/why-i-chose-2-styles-of-cabinets-in-my-kitchen-remodel/
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My Houzz: Lush Oasis in a Modern Indoor-Outdoor Family Home (22 photos)




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Ideas From These 8 Relaxed Porches Might Be Just What You Need (14 photos)

With summer winding down, we’re thinking about ways to sit back and enjoy the long evenings and balmy weather. High up on the list: having our feet up on the porch with a cool drink in hand. If you’re looking for inspiration to spruce up your porch, take a look at these eight homes that...



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Houzz Tour: A Stylish Place of Her Own (12 photos)




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How to Create a Realistic Design and Construction Timeline (13 photos)

Design shows on TV might lead you to believe that you can complete a dramatic interior makeover in three days — or even in just one night. However, in reality, anything worth doing needs time to be done right. Renovating a single small bathroom can easily take three months from initial design research...



from Houzz https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89877892/list/how-to-create-a-realistic-design-and-construction-timeline/
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