Category: Eclectic Homes

12 Oct

7 Bad Things Your House May Be Hiding

The unknown — it is what causes many homeowners to pause before embarking on a remodel. It’s not possible to know what you are getting yourself into, and the lurking, unseen issues on your walls, floors or foundation might easily bring about a change order, a schedule delay and possibly a shift in funding. Instead […]
10 Oct

10 Questions to Ask Contractors

Homeowners beginning their very first remodeling project need to make their way through what may be an overwhelming quantity of advice and choice making. One of the very first and most crucial decisions is picking an architect or architect to design the project and a general contractor to construct it. Homeowners often interview potential contractors […]
4 Oct

Eclectic Modern With a Vintage Splash

After Asher and Jessica Richter first set eyes on this neglected Santa Monica, California, bungalow, they were willing to overlook the home’s obvious troubles. The lawn was overgrown, the ground plan was bloated and the whole interior had an update. Fortunately, the big-ticket items — like the foundation, plumbing, electrical and roof — were all […]
30 Sep

Make Home Sweet Home Even Sweeter

Anyone can create beer and wine. In fact, individuals have been brewing beer for at least 7,000 years and making wine for much longer. From the ancient world, beer and wine were daily beverages for aristocrats and crucial elements of religious ceremonies. Prior to the industrial revolution, the two were routinely made in European homes […]
24 Sep

Zoning Laws for Home Businesses

Technological advances have made it easier for budding entrepreneurs to start a business right from your home. Access to high-speed net and virtual offices means many businesses no longer need to pay the large overhead associated with a fulltime office space or shop front. Prior to launching that new organization, though, you need to comprehend […]
16 Jul

Guest Picks: Update a Traditional Living Room

I am currently helping a family update their living room décor. The traditional wood cabinetry they’ve needed for decades dictates the vibe of this room, so we’re looking for accessories and furniture that will work nicely with the timeless look yet portray the family’s fun and youthful character. Here are a few selections that will […]