After a year of white ruling the design world, Benjamin Moore is plunging deep into it’s color palette. The company recently announced it’s 2017 color of the year, along with 22 colors you can pair with this bold hue. While the 2016 color was Simply White...
If you’re thinking of selling a home soon, next year may be the time! But, to sell in 2017 a home owner needs to start preparing their house for sale now. What should be on your to-do list to help improve the condition of the home to get the highest price in the...
Both black and copper have crossed paths in home decorating trends in past decades, but many designers are juxtaposing matte finishes with shiny metals to create an eye-catching opposition. Matte finishes are being used on walls, furniture, fixtures, and ceramics all...
A woman recently calls to discuss staging her home, but more importantly getting rid of her clutter. She has lived in her home for over 50 years; raised two kids there and is now ready to downsize and move in with her son. Over the phone, she mentioned removing items...
Updates to a home whether big or small can not only personalize the space, but provide a bigger return on your home’s investment. An entire home renovation can be overwhelming for some, who are not prepared for the unexpected. Many homeowners are planning a...
Looking at this weekend’s storm coverage of Hurricane Matthew, that pounded the shoreline of four states – Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina – hundreds of thousands of homes are dealing with storm surge, wind damage and...
Sell fast, it seems simple enough, but those of you who have been on the market already for months with no buyer leads can testify that many factors play a role in the sale. There are three keys to selling a home, it has to not only be researched and priced right, but...
While catered spreads or appetizers are the norm at an open house, a cup of vegetarian chili can create that warm and welcoming feeling especially on those chilly days during the Fall and Winter months. This simple version of a vegetarian chili can be made ahead of...
Check out your coffee table, what does it look like? Is it bare and boring. Maybe it’s a catch-all for your children or only holding a couple of coasters and your remote control. If this is the case then you’re missing a decorating opportunity because...
Although I live in the largest city in the world, New York City, you’d be pleasant surprised that the place I call home is a small town neighborhood, where everyone comes together to support one another. Neighbors are an integral part of our life – whether you...
