Posts by Steve Shinn, CR
COMMON DECORATING MISTAKES AND HOW TO FIX THEM
If you’re scratching your head over why the decor in your home leaves you feeling slightly underwhelmed, a remedy — or at least an improvement — may be just a few moves away. Whether it’s a bland room, a paint color you’re not quite sure about, or throw pillows that refuse to sit right, here…
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10 LIVING ROOM FEATURES PROS ALWAYS RECOMMEND
Kitchens and bathrooms get a lot of remodeling attention. But there’s been a surge of interest in living room updates in recent years. Many living room features are typically less expensive than the major changes often involved in kitchen and bathroom renovations. And the pandemic has changed the way many people want to live in their…
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6 TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR REMODEL MORE SUSTAINABLE
Whether you’re remodeling or building from scratch, it’s a great opportunity for making your home more sustainable (environmentally friendly). From finding local materials to designing easy-to-clean spaces with an eye to the future, here are six expert insights you need to know if you’re eager to go green. Making Your Home More Sustainable 1. Look…
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HOW TO WORK WITH AN INTERIOR DESIGNER
When most people think about hiring an interior designer, they zero in on aesthetics: wall colors, window treatments, and pillow patterns. But that’s just scratching the surface of what a designer can add to a home. These pros go beyond cosmetic concerns to ensure that a space feels harmonious through and through, from its floor…
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11 REASONS TO WORK WITH AN INTERIOR DESIGNER
When people consider working with an interior designer for the first time, they often don’t know what to expect. Television can make it seem as though designers are magicians. This can create the illusion that designing, purchasing for, and executing a vision can happen in a day; that concepts cost next to nothing to achieve;…
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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ADDING A PERGOLA
A pergola is remarkably versatile The material a pergola is made of and where you place it in your garden or deck can turn it from a functional but basic structure into a one-of-a-kind statement piece. Extras can range from lights, ceiling fans, and adjustable overhead slats to entertainment systems, fire features, and outdoor kitchens…
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10 WAYS TO DESIGN A KITCHEN FOR AGING IN PLACE
Maybe you’ve found the house you want to grow old in. Perhaps you foresee your elderly parents moving in with you one day. Or maybe you require wheelchair accessibility. With the following 10 ways to design a kitchen for aging in place, you’ll make your space safer and easier to navigate. Design a Kitchen for…
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11 WAYS TO AGE-PROOF YOUR BATHROOM
Renovate Your Bathroom with Accessibility in Mind If you’re planning to stay in your house for the rest of your life, consider renovating your bathroom with accessibility in mind. Along with kitchens, bathrooms are one of the spaces homeowners use the most. They also happen to be wet zones. Reducing slip hazards and ensuring adequate…
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10 TIMES TO HIRE A GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Wondering if it’s time to hire a general contractor? These pros are experts at managing all aspects of a project, including applying for building permits, hiring subcontractors, overseeing work and cleanup, and more. If you’re thinking of undertaking a major home improvement project, remodel or new build, a general contractor will likely be a key…
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35 Inspiring Home Design Trends
Seeking to create a lively and joyful home environment? Look no further! Here are some of the hottest trends in design for 2023, encompassing kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, home offices, laundry rooms, bedrooms, exteriors, and landscapes: Kitchens: Bathrooms: Living Rooms: Other Interior Trends: Home Offices: Laundry Rooms: Premier Home Remodeling in the Greater Phoenix Area…
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