The architecture firm Planet Creations has built a cantilever house in concrete over a river in Japan. The home has open spaces and a modern style but is made of materials that echo nature. It has raw wood juxtaposed with solid concrete and minimalist rooms that echo an oasis in the woods. The views are […]

Simple is always chic and that’s as true for the most garish of seasons as it is for any time of the year. A strand or two of simple white lights can be used in place of colored decorations. They do well in the traditional wrap around of trees and foliage but can also be […]

These are well loved Amazon products which home owners swear by. They can be bought on Amazon. They can be shipped right to your home which is convenient and can make a lot of lives easier. You can also read customer reviews on each to see the pros and cons before you buy. Key Takeaways: […]

A new study by cleaning technology company Kärcher finds that most Americans do not like to clean up when having guests. 34 percent of those polled said they were most likely to clean up, and to spend more time cleaning, when they were entertaining friends. This compares to 24 percent for parents, and just 9 […]

A Chicago couple and their baby were recently given a new home thanks to a very good designer. The young couple had a story like a lot of people and many of their items were things that their parents owned. Now while that may have worked for their parents, they did not exactly have the […]

Celebrity figures have redefined Gen Z with the color yellow. From the Kardashians to Rhianna, pale shades of yellow to deep hues of mustard have replaced the Millennial Pink that was previously the new “It” shade to wear. How does a color define a generation? In this case, women of color joined together under the […]

Okay you need more space. We all do. Moving may not be your only option. Look at your surroundings. Can you simply pair down your belongings. Maybe combine your kitchen and dining room to make that play room for the kids. Renting a storage unit is cheaper than a larger apartment. Save money and gain […]

In the following post I address why living a self sufficient life should be something we are all striving toward as well as when and where to start! If you’re like me you follow DIY bloggers that are true, full on, homesteaders. They’ve “got it all” the farm, the house, the solar panels, the garden, […]

If ou want a sophisticated look to your home you are not alone. Many aspire to this but are making mistakes. Ten of these are outlined here. If you can stop these you will surely have a nicer looking home which others will be impressed by. You will no longer be ruining the look you […]

There are some tings that are made for the home, but they really are not needed, at least for the average person. The five items on this list are among those that they sell, but you should not waste your money to buy. A top sheet happens to be an item that is only a […]