If you’ve been on TikTok recently, the chances are high that you’ve come across color analyses. From beauty to clothes, people are turning to the pros to find out which colors best suit them (any other cool springs out there?)
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From outdoor entertaining to improving curb appeal, it’s that time of year when a home’s exterior is front and center. But before you embark on any exterior updates, learn what the pros have to say when it comes to home exterior mistakes, so you can avoid making them in the first place.
We've rounded up six home exterior mistakes designers instantly notice.
When it comes to cladding, many homeowners would prefer low-maintenance and cost-effective options that rarely need to be re-finished such as vinyl siding. But David Mann, founder and principal of MR Architecture + Decor, points out that these modern-day materials are not nearly as attractive or environmentally friendly as old-school wood, brick, and stone.
If your home was originally built in such a material and is now covered in siding, he recommends stripping it back down to the original and repairing as needed. With regards to maintenance and long-term costs, here are a few things to keep in mind: while vinyl siding can typically last decades longer than wood siding, wood is no slouch.
When maintained properly, especially to avoid rot, wood siding can last anywhere between 20 and 40 years. Brick, on the other hand, can potentially outlast vinyl if installed well to begin with. It requires minimal maintenance and can handle harsh weather conditions even better than siding.
With outdoor living remaining a popular feature of homes today, it’s easy to overdo it with patio, deck, or poolside furnishings and decor.
Carola Pimentel, founder of Assure Interiors, recommends that you avoid overdecorating with too much furniture and striking a balance between outdoor spaces and nature.
“Decide your priorities: if you love to cook, then create a curated outdoor kitchen
If you’ve been on TikTok recently, the chances are high that you’ve come across color analyses. From beauty to clothes, people are turning to the pros to find out which colors best suit them (any other cool springs out there?)
Are you looking to revamp your home before putting it up for sale? It’s important to understand that some design ideas are not optimal in the long run if you’re planning to sell your home.
There are a few topics in the design world that can stir a bit of a lively debate, and wall-to-wall carpeting is one. Love it or hate it, we've been noticing an uptick in designs with this floor treatment.
Decorating your home can be fun but can also feel daunting and confusing. There's a lot to consider between discovering your style, keeping up with the latest trends (if that’s your thing), and balancing aesthetics and practicality.
A deep clean of your home calls for a celebration—that takes a lot of time and energy! But, even with sparkling-clean surfaces surrounding you, there are some commonly missed (but very dirty) spots around your home.
In an ideal world, storage space would be unlimited. Or, better yet, in a truly perfect world, extra space would appear the moment you realize you need more of it.
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While every gardener will have their preferences regarding the plants in their garden, we wanted to know which popular plants don’t live up to the hype, according to experienced gardeners.
As the weather warms up, bugs start coming out—it’s a simple and well-known truth. For home gardeners especially, cicadas can be tricky to deal with. Found commonly in the American South, these insects occupy treetops as summer approaches and the air becomes humid.
After a successful season of spring cleaning, it’s not uncommon to look around and realize your home could use some upgrades.
After seeing the once-beloved all-gray and minimalism trends take a backseat in recent years, it was no surprise another firm favorite might be slipping away, too.
If you feel it's high time to update a certain piece of furniture in your home or to finally add a piece to a room that's been sitting empty for some time, don't do so without learning some of the most common mistakes people make when furniture shopping.