Oak at Normandy Square by Robertson Brothers in Royal Oak Michigan There’s a lot of talk these days about smart home products — smart thermostats, light switches and doorbells. The buzz has overshadowed advances in basic building materials. When it comes to building a custom home, windows may …
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What Lighting is Best for Each Room in Your New Home?
Photo Credit: Getty Images Lighting is not a one-size-fits-all solution for every space of your new home. Before you get any bright ideas, it’s important to consider what lighting works best in each room. “First, you want to ask yourself, ‘What is the purpose of this room?’” says Jackie …
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Contemporary Design: Mix and Match Interior Design Using Pre-1700 Influences
The Gothic period brought an increased use of windows and interior lighting, as this contemporary new home kitchen exemplifies. Getty Images. Where did home design come from? In this article, we are looking at the history of design and the influence of various design periods on contemporary …
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7 Projects to Spruce Up Your Living Room on a Budget
A lovely example of decorating with neutrals in the living room A new year has arrived at your doorstep, and you’re looking to make changes to your home. Naturally, you look to your living room as the key spot, since it is the welcoming space for all who visit your home. While …
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Why You Should Hire an Interior Designer
Photo Credit: Getty Images You’ve got a beautiful home that you absolutely adore, but there’s that one room that just doesn’t feel quite right. Or maybe it’s time to spruce up the interior with a new look. Or perhaps your new home is being built and you want to get a jump on planning the interior …
How to Create a Cohesive Design Feel in Your New Home
Great room design from Pulte Homes When you get to make design choice for a whole house, it can be fun to try out something new in every room. While it might be a bit jarring if you mix too many patterns and colors, design experts say you can achieve a coordinated but not too matchy-matchy style …
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How to Decorate Your Living Room From Your Couch
https://youtu.be/13JOcZM4ODk I love online shopping. I know I'm not alone when more than 40% of U.S. consumers shop online several times a month. While many people shop for smaller items, hard-to-find selections, or daily necessities, fewer use the Internet to shop for furniture online, but that …