I live in a charming, older house in coastal North Carolina, a place where hurricanes are a reality and rising waters are a growing concern. I’m not a millionaire, so “Low-Cost Disaster-Proofing” always sounded like a luxury for custom-built, modern homes. Yet, after Hurricane Florence nearly devastated my neighborhood, I realized I couldn’t afford not…
The world shifted in 2020, and our homes changed with it. The days of a single-purpose living room—reserved only for TV and formal hosting—are long gone. Now, our living spaces in the USA must be dynamic, shapeshifting from an office to a classroom, a gym, and a sanctuary, often within the same hour. The solution…
Ever wondered what the secret is lurking behind a secure, spacious home? We’ll consider the case of Emily and Jake, who were renovating their suburban home in Austin. All they wanted was more than just a mere modern makeover. Since the couple had two kids and a limited closet space, they set their goals clearly….
A living room transformation journey revolves around replacing boxy elements with curves and fluted details to fill the space with a sense of bliss. Why would you want to feel “living in a box” whenever you walk into your living room? Suppose you are feeling “boxed up” because your functional space is filled with sharp…
Welcome, a breath of fresh air! The witty way out to transform a living room into a biophilic sanctuary – no need to wreck the ball. Who does not crave a deeper connection to nature to find relief from being stuck indoors? Every living room is supposed to be a space for relaxation and rejuvenation….
Who can ever forget the first self-painted room? Going back to the days when you were in a college apartment bedroom, when your choice was a vibrant, fiery red. Because you thought the color would be energizing. Alas! It turned out to be agitating. Next what? You felt restless, took less sleep, and almost lost…
