Home trendsetters are telling us to start letting the outside through those doors and into our homes. But we’re not going to do it just because some hip interior designer told us to. The fact is that there are reasons this trend isn’t slowing down. […]
DIY: Make Your Own Art Experts say that those who work creatively every day are happier overall, and creating art has even been linked to reducing stress and boosting mood. Get your happy on around town with local, creative outlets. From building terrariums to the […]
According to Geno Gonzales, vice president of operations at Marble Palace, Inc., 98 percent of San Joaquin County residents have one of four types of stone in their homes. The big players are granite, marble, quartz, and quartzite, and each one has its own perks. […]
A neutral color palette is all the rage—have you seen Kim and Kanye’s all-white mansion?—but a complete lack of color can feel a little dull for some. A lot of people are embracing the neutrals—tans, greys, and white—and a punch of bright color may be […]
No matter how large your kitchen is, it always seems like you’re running out of space. Cabinets get filled to the brim with pots and pans stacked awkwardly; your utensil drawer has everything you need…if only you could find it in the jumble. Your countertops […]
It all started with a dog bed. Rick Serna was walking around a craft fair with his wife when they stumbled upon a small dog bed made out of wine barrels. They immediately thought it would be the perfect place for their Pekinese to rest, […]
Your bedroom should be more than just the place you head to at the end of the day to (hopefully) get some sleep – it should be the tranquil space that welcomes you to unwind. Unfortunately, when our busy lives get in the way, comfort […]
7 Ways to Warm Your Home this Holiday Season Winter is officially upon us and temperatures are dropping but fear not! There are several ways you can keep the heat from leaving your home! Over the next few pages, take a peek at our list […]
Ding, ding! What’s that? It’s the sound of your alarm clock, the doorbell, the oven timer, and the Salvation Army volunteer rolled up into one. Does it signal the last of your sanity escaping you? Possibly. It’s no secret that you’ll be running non-stop from […]
As that hot summer weather finally starts to relinquish its grip upon the Central Valley, it’s time to start enjoying the outdoors again. But, what if you neglected your outdoor digs all summer? Are there some jobs that need to be done before you can […]
In a world that’s growing busier by the second, it can be hard to stay on top of all your daily household tasks. But, with advancing technology, innovative companies are working hard to make life just a little bit easier for all of us. If […]
It’s almost inevitable that at some point in your life, you will part ways with your very first home. Sure, memories were made there, and milestones occurred-but, it’s important to embark on this new life adventure with a strictly-business state of mind. Whether you need […]
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