The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, which is supported by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, will hold its annual Lincoln Garden Walk, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20. At least six local gardens across the city will be open to tour, with owners on hand to answer questions and provide information about the plants […]
For those fortunate enough to have a pool at their residence, swimming can be a great way to to unwind during the summer months. While swimming pools are an excellent way to relax, stray voltage in the pool can pose a significant threat. Stray voltage typically occurs through improperly grounded […]
Bathrooms provide us with isolated relaxation and ‘me’ time—rendering the space as a landscape for privacy in this highly intrusive world and today, bathroom designs extend beyond their original functions, working on all the senses and becoming a seamless extension of the spaces they are attached to. They are accompanied […]
A home improvement personal loan can be a good way for seniors to finance home repair or remodeling projects at a low, fixed interest rate. (Shutterstock) Aging houses need regular maintenance and improvement — to keep you safe, to make your home more comfortable to live in, and to preserve […]
If you own a home or have been interested in buying one, you are aware of the sizeable U.S. residential real estate downturn. Sales numbers are dropping to their lowest rates since 2020, but interest rates continue to rise to around 5.6%. This scenario doesn’t mean investors should look to […]
Small modern living room ideas and contemporary architecture can make a style statement while perfectly chiming with its environment. Success depends on using the right materials and opting for a sleek design that results in an effective blend of old and new within in a limited space. Less is more, […]
Photography by © Joe Fletcher Art has always been an essential part of our lives in one way or another. Many forms of art are an integral part of our daily life. The music we listen to, the creative and tasty dishes we eat, the houses we live in, everything […]
Collating your favorite kitchen ideas is a priority – and always the fun bit – when rethinking your new-look kitchen. These ideas – whether kitchen looks you like, surface materials or cabinetry styles – can then be worked into your ideal layout, the practical key to getting your kitchen right. […]
Over the years, I have interviewed hundreds of designers, and have often asked them this same question: What makes you cringe when you walk into someone’s home? While I expect them to say something like bad taste, too much clutter, no sense of proportion, universally, their answer is this: Lack […]
Herzog & de Meuron Collaborates with Piet Oudolf to Design the Calder Gardens in Philadephia Calder Gardens, Vestige Garden. Image © Herzog & de Meuron All artworks by Alexander Calder © 2022 Calder Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp […]
Few have been able to capitalize on branding as successfully as Foxterra Design has. These days pool companies rely on the internet the way the generation that preceded them relied on the Yellow Pages. The way that we consume information is much different than in generations past. Today, people are […]
For $5,000, consider this bathroom renovation idea: a wet room. This type of space allows the shower to be on the same level as the rest of the floor—completely waterproofed, of course, and a surprising delight for buyers. “Wet rooms are an incredible way to make the most out of […]