Design Ideas

With so many surface choices available, how do you decide upon the perfect countertop for your project? There are multiple aspects to consider, including cost, durability and color options. Some homeowners prefer the traditional and impervious look of granite: While others opt for a more eco-friendly, recyclable...

In today's master bath, design experts agree that comfort is king. A concept of well-being can appear in many forms, from the physical to the emotional to the sensory. Driven by the current trend of hectic lifestyles, homeowners tend to look for respite from everyday...

A hint of color adds a little zing to any room. Three popular colors emerging right now are green, gray and blue. These colors have a soothing and calming effect because they remind us of earth, sky and water and also blend well with warm...

Looking for a fresh design idea? Consider adding a colorful, expressive backsplash! (c) 2011, Jamie Goldberg, AKBD, CAPS. Excerpted from Gold Notes: Nuggets from the World of Residential Design. I recently purchased a townhome, which I plan to update over the coming months and years. The kitchen backsplash...

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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="435" caption="Article and photo courtesy of Kitchens.com"][/caption] A well-designed, attractive kitchen gives a home life. All that liveliness, though, is probably the single biggest energy drain in your home. Lighting, refrigeration and cooking are responsible for 41.5 percent of a home's energy consumption, according...

By: Holly MacGregor Experts agree that bright, cheerful colors inspire a feeling of optimism. During these fluctuating economic times, why not add a colorful palette to your existing living space? Accent walls are an easy, affordable way to add color to any room. Finding hues compatible with...