They say the kitchen is the heart of the home and it is where you probably spend a bit of time cooking, entertaining (and cleaning) everyday – so of course you want to do that in a pretty space. But what if your kitchen is feeling like it needs a bit of a refresh and it just isn’t in the budget to do much at the moment. From fresh paint to simply adding some thrift store barstools and fresh linens- I have got you- today it’s all about a couple of ways to make your kitchen feel fresh on a
Home improvement is something every American homeowner has to deal with at some point in their lives.
Nearly 15% of homeowners are expected to spend between $5,000 and $10,000 on home improvements in a given year. Some people might spend a lot more than that if they’re doing a kitchen remodel or putting an addition to their home.
The point is, home improvement costs a lot of money, so you want to be sure you’re spending your money wisely. Home improvement projects should add value to your home so that the ROI comes right back should you decide to sell.
Austin city officials on Wednesday broke ground on the reconstruction of a joint fire and EMS station on East Riverside Drive.
The station, at 5309 E. Riverside Drive, is one of several that have been prioritized for renovations as part of the city’s goal to meet quick response times.
The goal: First responders should arrive within eight minutes of a call being received 90% of the time. That is consistent with the national standards set by the Commission of Fire Accreditation International and the National Fire Protection Association, the city said.
As Austin expands, more pressure has
Biophilic design, which aims to create spaces in which humans are more connected to nature, is becoming increasingly popular. In this lookbook, we’ve gathered 10 interiors with soothing biophilic designs.
The design principle can be used in architecture and interior design through the use of natural materials, as well as the integration of more natural light and green plants.
The 10 projects in this lookbook, which range from a Japanese home with decorative scaffolding to an Italian house with an indoor Ficus tree, show how biophilic design has been used in projects all over the globe.
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A cluster of severe storms that moved across central Oklahoma Wednesday evening produced tornadoes that damaged homes and businesses in Cole and Shawnee and left tens of thousands of residents without power.
As the sun rose Thursday, videos posted by storm chasers on Twitter showed under-construction homes near Cole that had been heavily damaged the night before.
more: See what tornadoes in Cole, Shawnee and other storms look like across Oklahoma
Emergency responders and people
Looking for a unique way to display your family photos? Check out our cutting board craft picture “frame”! This one-of-a-kind frame is made from a real cutting board and can be personalized with your family name, favorite saying, or special message. It’s the perfect way to show off your cherished memories and make a unique statement in your home.
I love a decorative frame that is more than just a square or rectangle that hangs on the wall.
If you’re using an iPhone, you should get the excellent Backbone One controller to attach to your phone. I recognize that there’s an audience of mobile gamers who rely solely on touch controls. And for that one key area, gaming phones like this one can’t be beaten. Meant to be a kind of assistant that helps with getting you acquainted with this phone’s many settings, the anime Shark Chan character is a feature that stands out on an otherwise ho-hum gaming phone. Consider the Black Shark 4 Pro, which comes with shoulder triggers for a more tactile and responsive gaming …
Pretty in purple… Lavender topiaries are little delightful moments wherever you place them. Of course, lavender is beautiful in the garden. Planted in an English or French cottage garden floral bed or tucked into an urn -those lovely lavender blooms are a lovely touch. And bringing them indoors- they bring a garden moment inside. Today it is all about these fan favorite lavender topiaries, where to find them and a couple of ideas for enjoying them.
It seems to happen every year now and I am always asked about the lavender topiaries and where to get them. It
