If you're like me, you may be spending some time this last part of the year reviewing home projects, weekly tasks and the habits you'd like to change in the upcoming year to create a space that not only feels at home, but can be show-ready at a moments notice. I...
The night of October 29, 2012 changed our small beachfront community forever. Wind-driven storm surge from superstorm Sandy flooded the entire neighborhood leaving anything under five feet high submerged in the murky water. Recovery in Hamilton Beach, has been slow...
The laundry room is a thankless space in a house that many take for granted, but if a machine breaks or worst yet doesn't exist believe me you'll surely notice just how functional and convenient a laundry room can be. So, how do you make room in your home for a luxury...
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 like it...
As the seasons change, so should your home's color palette. Add color to your home this fall by using bold accent pieces to colorful rugs, and from exciting new wall colors to a sophisticated floral arrangement. Pantone’s 2016 Fall Color Report includes...
As a home stager many times we're telling home sellers to pack up their collections and remove their hobbies, but a rock collection could add interest to your home decor if displayed properly. There’s just something about a rock and mineral collection! September 16th...
If you're planning on moving it looks like home sellers will have their work cut out for them in the form of clutter: Nearly half of Americans say they consider their homes to be at least somewhat cluttered with items they no longer use. According to a new report,...
Staging a home is a powerful marketing tool that could create a stand out moment like Simone Biles, the gymnast during her Olympic debut in Rio 2016. The 19-year old who won 4 gold and 1 bronze medals this summer dominated her competition and was the talk of the town....
Book lovers everywhere know a book collection can easily get out of control - taking over a corner, tabletop surface even an entire wall. On National Book Lovers Day, take a moment to display your collection as home decor to reflect your literary tastes. National Book...
Have an extra bedroom in the home or maybe a corner that could use a little love? Why not create a home office space to pay the bills, keep a schedule, journal or even have an area where kids can do their homework. After Superstorm Sandy destroyed our home in October...
In our fast paced, busy lifestyles, it's important to take a step back and begin to simplify your home and lifestyle. National Simplicity Day is observed on July 12th in honor of Henry David Thoreau an author, naturalist and philosopher among other things an advocate...
With Father's Day coming up this weekend, what will you be doing with Dad? Did you know most fathers would rather spend the day at home. According to a survey of 775 dads by Zagat, when the restaurant review guide asked where dads wanted to go for their holiday, it...
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