Your Home Page Needs To Suck!

Your Home Page Needs To Suck!

I recently came across a very informational article called “Great Homepages Really Suck” written by Cameron Moll. This article really helps to explain what a good homepage should aim to do and how to employ those techniques. The fun title suggests that home pages need “pull” visitors and let them gather useful information rather than “push” them around and feed them information they may or may not be looking for. So I decided to share my thoughts (more…)

 
Understanding Bathroom Design - Designing for Happiness

Professional bathroom designers are masterful at merging both function and form to create breathtaking results. In this eight-part series which I call “Understanding Bathroom Design,” I draw on my experience working with some of London’s top bathroom designers to explain this exciting field. This final article talks about the psychology of design. (more…)

 

Including the Outdoors in Home Remodeling

Including the Outdoors in Home Remodeling

A backyard isn’t the same as it used to be – a place to grill, where kids play ball, or just an extra spot to mow. Now the trend is to make the backyard an outdoor retreat or an extension to the house. The Home Remodelers Group® can help transform your outdoors into a beautiful year round sunroom, a deck for entertaining or even an outdoor kitchen.

As reported in the May 2006 Consumer Reports, designing and furnishing an ou (more…)

An Outdoor Kitchen Is The Newest “Must Have” In Home Design

An outdoor kitchen is the newest “must have” in home design and with summer here now is the perfect time to get one at your home. Take full advantage of your outdoor area and install an outdoor kitchen. Summer is the time to spend outdoors enjoying Mother Nature and making the most of these long days and b (more…)

Home Design Trends – Splashbacks

Home Design Trends - Splashbacks

Home design trends are continually evolving and incorporating new themes and ideas into the larger spectrum of fashionable home design. As such, it is possible to incorporate some modern home design element into your existing home and radically influence its overall look and feel without having to engage in any major renovations. This means you can update the look of your home and feel like you have created a radically different area without havi (more…)

FHA home loans for Buying a Florida home, ((97%w 540 FICO))

Florida home buyers should know the many advantages of the FHA mortgage loan programs. FHA loans were created to help increase home ownership. For the Florida home buyer the FHA home loan program can simplify the purchase of buying a  Florida home, making financing easier and less expensive than an other home loan program. Some highlights of the Florida FHA loan program include:

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Top Ten Budget Renovations - Adding Value To Your Home

 Many of us are staying in our homes longer and plan on some level of renovation this year. I have listed my top ten fixes to add value to your home on a budget.

1- Paint, Paint, Paint! – I cannot stress enough the changes you can make in your home with a can of paint. It is the easiest and most cost efficient way to refresh old and worn surfaces on a budget. Paint your interior as well as your exterior for a new and updated look. Int (more…)

Low Voltage Deck Lighting- Cheaper Alternative to Outdoor Home Designs

There are many reasons why you should go for installing outdoor light fixtures, including the fact that it will make your home’s exterior look very stunning at night. One of the alternatives that you might want to consider is low voltage deck lighting as it offers almost the same kind of charm but with added safety and less cost in electricity.

It is very important to factor in energy efficiency when it comes to installing outdoor lighting (more…)

Home Design Strategies: Five Ways to Redecorate Your Living Room

It happens to all of us at one time or another, and it doesn’t matter what type of home you live in, whether renting or you are a homeowner. You take a look around your home and decide that it’s time for a ‘design facelift’. The surroundings that have provided comfort and enjoyment are now looking tired and ordinary. But, your home decor budget is slim to none, so what do you do? Don’t give up before you start. Here are five easy, simple, inexpen (more…)