Comment on this story Comment The pandemic boom in do-it-yourself home improvement projects is officially over. Stanley Black & Decker Inc. on Thursday chopped its 2022 earnings guidance nearly in half, citing a significant slowdown in consumer demand for power tools beginning in late May and accelerating through June. Volumes […]
At least 20 Asian immigrant families in Brooklyn, New York, are facing eviction after falling victim to a $4 million housing fraud from their building’s real estate developer. Brooklyn real estate developer Xihui “Steven” Wu falsely claimed he had the right to sell individual apartment units to the families. After […]
Country Living, Annie Sloan Pink bedrooms have something of an undeserved reputation, based on the assumption that pinks will always appear sugary, or are better suited to a child’s bedroom. But there are a myriad of pink tones that lend themselves to a rich and elegant design scheme. Pigmented pinks […]
Even the simplest kitchen design mistakes can hugely affect the layout and use-ability of a cooking space and it’s often these errors, such as the quantity and placement of plug sockets or how accessible the fridge is while cooking, that are also the most common. While it’s easy to get […]
It’s always important to take preventative measures to avoid common house malfunctions. By taking a few simple steps, you can help ensure that your home runs smoothly and doesn’t suffer from any major problems. In this article, we will discuss some of the best ways to design your home in […]
We may all need a little refresher when it comes to the birds and the bees. And who better to give it than garden design experts and AD100 firm Hollander Design Landscape Architects, which presented on the subject this week as part of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art’s […]
AN ELEGANT compromise between a yard-usurping swimming pool and a Nemo-themed kiddies’ inflatable, the plunge pool has surged in popularity. According to Heather Goerzen, managing editor of design content for online interiors service Havenly, plunge pools became an ‘it’ project during Covid, rivaling home-baked sourdough. Plunge pool manufacturer Soake, in […]
The best part about modernizing a bathroom is that the process doesn’t have to entail a complicated design process. For example, a worn-down vanity can easily be transformed with a fresh coat of paint, while a shower stall that looks straight out of the 1960s (not in a good way) […]
Numerous organizations are coming together to help people in recovery build employment skills, while also offering home improvement projects to local individuals and families. Community Construct, a local nonrofit, is teaming up with Skills for Tomorrow, an organization founded to help people in recovery work in a safe and sober […]
China’s real estate sector has a debt problem. Large property developers like the embattled company Evergrande have racked up massive amounts of debt, leading to construction stoppages and lots of angry homebuyers. Amid the turmoil, buyers across China have banded together and threatened to stop paying mortgages on over three […]
Home / Photos / Lifestyle / Home interior decor tips: Living room rug ideas to amp up your space Updated On Jul 28, 2022 12:08 PM IST When it actually comes to transforming a room, the power of a well-made rug is unmatched. Picking the right rug can instantly amp […]
Comment on this story Comment During her husband’s four years in office, Melania Trump and her interior designer, Tham Kannalikham, declined interview and photography requests about the decorating of the second-floor rooms and private quarters of the White House. But photos in the new 60th anniversary edition of “The White […]