Stylist, designer and blogger Emily Henderson reveals her expert tips. For most of my career as a stylist and designer, I never touched windows outside of covering them up with draperies. I didn’t have to as I wasn’t doing any major renovations. That is until I worked on a project last year in the Pacific…
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Designed for a tight-knit family of musicians, the Unbridled Path home encourages play, creativity, and connectivity by illuminating the power of natural light. When a family of musicians was looking to build a new home in the charming town of Rothesay in New Brunswick, Canada, they yearned for a place where they could easily connect…
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A lifelong wood expert reveals what you should know about wood and windows.
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Research shows that views of nature aren’t just beautiful, they’re healing, too. Most people agree that nature views filled with greenery, trees, and lakes or oceans are calming and restorative, but they might not know that the reason for this is tied to our evolutionary psychology. Going back to our days living on the meadow…
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Natural light has long been one of the most desirable aspects of a home. It turns out, there are scientific reasons behind the urge to live in a sunshine-filled space. Before moving to Daniel’s Island in Charleston, South Carolina, the owners of the Max Crosby House were living in the Northeast and wanted to create…
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Being able to differentiate between these two popular design styles can help customers better articulate their vision. When embarking on a remodel or a new build project, a customer might say “modern” when they really mean “contemporary” – or vice versa. Though it might seem like an inconsequential difference, clarifying these terms and asking probing…
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A playful take on farmhouse design blends Scandinavian influences with undeniably contemporary vibes. Located in Austin’s lively Zilker neighborhood, this distinctive contemporary home was designed by architect, Kris White, of Dick Clark + Associates, whose intent was to create a unique modern residence that responds to its vibrant, urban context. Inspired by Scandinavian farms and…
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Inspired by midcentury-modern architecture and an easy, breezy, open-air lifestyle, the Axiom Desert House embodies the beauty of prefab living to the core. Here, the founders of Turkel Design take us inside their new family abode. To say 2019 has been an exciting year so far for Joel and Meelena Turkel would be an understatement.…
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With more competition every day, here’s how to anticipate a homeowner’s needs and get hired. Especially with the popularity of sites like Angie’s List and NextDoor, homeowners have plenty of options for window and door replacement work. Having options is always nice, but choice can be overwhelming, and it also means you’ll need to work…
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Strategically-placed windows and doors allow this home to speak the language of light.
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