October 15, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Can you comment about the first book out by Marie Kondo, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up?” I am interested in your take on it. Personally, I loved it! I’d love to share the basics of…
October 15, 2017
With the holiday season approaching, you may be thinking about giving your family the gift of home security — especially if you know you’ll be traveling over the holidays. Yet high monthly fees and lengthy security company contracts could make…
October 15, 2017
I wouldn’t call myself cheap, but I do like to maximize the money that I have. When I go to stores like Target or Babies “R” Us, I shop with my phone in hand, looking for better prices online so…
October 8, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I cleared out some clutter last week as you suggest we do at the end of the year, but I still seem to have too many things and not enough room. Do you have any do’s…
October 8, 2017
I am a sucker for garage sales. Recently, I stumbled acrosssome great ones. One of my favorite finds was a bag of decorative skeleton bones I scored for only $3. Now that October is in full swing, Halloween is on…
October 1, 2017
The days are shorter, it’s getting cooler and the kids are back in school. You’ve said goodbye to summer socials, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to put away your apron and patio furniture. This time of the year is…
October 1, 2017
Thirty-five years ago, the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) deemed October Kitchen and Bath Month. This was based on the popularity of homeowners choosing it as the time to remodel their kitchens and baths. According to the NKBA, October…
October 1, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What would you suggest I do to create better energy in my home in the most efficient way? I want to set aside some time to do “something” and would love your direction. It is really…
October 1, 2017
There was a time when setting up a smart home was a labor-in tensive endeavor. You had to know which devices worked together, spend tedious days getting everything to work just right, then, master complicated software to control the whole…
October 1, 2017
When considering a kitchen renovation, expert tips can help you focus your plans so you get the kitchen of your dreams for less money and less stress. “Redesigning your kitchen is a big investment,” said A-list designer Nate Berkus, Artistic…
September 24, 2017
Going green: It’s more than an idea — it’s a fundamental change you make to support the environment and reduce your carbon footprint. In making this change, you probably started with the small stuff. You turn the lights off when…
September 24, 2017
With 67 percent of consumers from across the globe preferring products from sustainable sources, according to a recent Nielsen survey, creating a more sustainable home is the new normal. From buying down and feather products to repairing leaky pipes, making…
September 24, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Help! Everyone gathers at my house and they stay longer than I want them to. I feel bad that I am not more “welcoming,” but I now dread family gatherings. May I have your advice? First…
September 24, 2017
When it comes to flooring, we often think of some basics: carpet, hardwood, laminate and tile. But one of the newest trends is giving us something else to think about: luxury vinyl planks (LVP). Vinyl planks have the benefits of…
September 17, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are some things I may be doing that are considered “bad” feng shui? I’d like to check what you say with what I am doing. First of all, if you encounter a “don’t” in your…
September 17, 2017
MONTAGE DECOR LLC
Montage Decor specializes in design builds, new homes/additions, aging in place (being ADA accessible), and kitchens and baths. To educate the public about these varied topics, Montage Decor will be hosting a workshop on Sept. 23 at 9:30 a.m. at…
September 17, 2017
When we are out in public, I often get compliments about how cute and quiet my baby daughter is. That is, until she starts yelling. When she was younger, she found her vocal chords. Since then, she has used yelling…
September 10, 2017
More than 75 percent of Americans are concerned about the security of their home, yet few think about door hardware when it comes to added protection. In fact, out of those who have purchased a new lockset or dead bolt,…
September 10, 2017
As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. It’s hard to believe that it’s been five years now that I’ve been writing this column, and although I’ve enjoyed sharing my inspirations and design tips with you,…
September 10, 2017
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: I have heard you speak over the years about losing weight after clearing your home of accumulated clutter. Can you share that story again? For those of you who don’t know the story, as hard as…