Looking for an interesting design idea for an upcoming tile floor project? Consider putting in a tile rug. This is not actually a rug; it just looks like one, with an outside border and an inside design. Customized to fit your space, the “rug” is installed first, and the rest of the tile is worked […]
With record heat waves and frequent evening thunderstorms, it seems unlikely that Summer will ever end. It can feel like the peak of the season, but August signals the end of hot weather and long nights. Labor Day is a month away, kids will be going back to school, and temperatures will dip: Fall is coming! There […]
Voted Best Smoke/ Carbon Monoxide Detector, the Roost Smart Battery. plugs into any existing smoke or CO2 detector and makes it a smart device… for $35. Now, when your alarm goes of, it will alert you (and others) on your smartphone, from where you can either call 911, or silence the alarm, in case a piece […]
Your garage door is the biggest moving part in your home, according to Bob Vila. To help ensure it provides you easy, safe and reliable access, it is important to keep the door and its opener working properly. Basic, routine maintenance can help extend the life of your garage door and opener. The International Door Association (IDA) […]
In many people’s minds, granite means strength and resilience. But to clean granite countertops successfully, a homeowner must act with caution. The stone can actually be damaged by many of the products and techniques that are perfectly safe to use on other kitchen surfaces. DO: Make sure your granite countertop is sealed. While granite is […]
When planning a kitchen renovation, homeowners flock to Pinterest to save images of cabinets, islands, cooktop backsplash and more. Each day, several of our favorite suggestions for use of space and distinguished design for kitchens are pinned by users. The most pinned image displays smart design for storing cookware: You can follow the Kitchen Organization Idea board on […]
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It is with great pride that we share this featured article in the Spring 2016 issue of before & after kitchens and baths, a special publication of Better Homes and Gardens. Architect Tony L. Gray, AIA and Interior Designer Katie Emmons planned the new space and our project managers crafted the vision into this spacious kitchen. Graydesign Architecture […]
IT’S A GOOD TIME TO BE MARIE FLANIGAN, who, in addition to having a thriving interior design business in Houston, has a growing national reputation—she was named a 2015 rising star of design by Traditional Home magazine for her light and textured spaces. Flanigan was also recently tapped to serve as a Style Spotter at […]
When the temperature rises, it’s crucial to pay attention to your plants. When it doesn’t rain enough, turn on the spigot. Veggies need water to produce, so watering the garden correctly is crucial in the hot summer. Tomatoes are especially unforgiving if they dry out. Going from dry to wet and back again creates problems […]
