Green Is In
The word green has the same Germanic root as the words for grass and grow. During the middle ages, it was associated with wealth and the gentry class of England. Today, we associate it
Making Your Home a Haven
For some people, their home is the ultimate sanctuary of calm. It's a place of blissful quietude, a refuge from the storms of urban life. It is, or can be, a place to relax,
Regular Home Inspections
Many people don't realize how important it is to regularly inspect their home. You may be able to look around on your own, but consider hiring a home inspector. Inspectors are trained professionals with
Launder Like Hotels
Luxury hotels make a tremendous investment in bedding and towels that is apparent by the way they look and feel. “Hotel quality” is often synonymous with thick, absorbent cotton fabrics. Sheets are measured by the
Improving Natural Light
In ancient times, light was the primary consideration of the architect and builder. The sun and its position during the day prioritized the siting of the dwelling and its openings. More light means more
Consider Buying New!
Buying a home can be an exercise in priorities and value. Homebuyers are inundated with different comparable properties, each having its own value justification. One predominant factor that more people are looking at is
Home Humidifiers
Did you know that dry air can affect the respiratory system by taking moisture from nose and throat passages? This makes us more susceptible to colds and flu bugs. Dry air can take moisture
Choosing the right television for you
Changing lifestyle priorities and the move to tablets has put less emphasis on a theatre experience that was popular a few years ago. The design conversation is turning to hiding or disguising the television
The smart home revolution
Smart home is a catchphrase for a household embellished with Wi-Fi enabled, labour-saving devices. Data-processing infrastructures allow these devices to pull information from the internet, apps, or internal systems to help you run your
Textile technology
From radical new materials to embedded sensors that track medical conditions, e-textiles have become a medium for better living. Today's fabrics redefine high-performance with easy care, durability for everyday living, and microprocessors. Self-cleaning fabric