In 2019, industry reports say that people are opting to rent rather than buy. Since 2004, the number and share of rental households in the U.S., especially higher-end rentals in urban areas, have steadily increased. According to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, 40% of recent additions to the rental stock charge […]
Forbes reports that in 2018, nearly a quarter of the U.S. population completed home improvement projects; but 93% of them did so without the help of a professional. Forbes says that with the vast amount of DIY videos and tutorials available with a simple YouTube search, most home owners, especially millennials, are completing tasks on […]
Following the success of the inaugural consumer-facing national home improvement promotion in 2018, the British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) has launched the 2019 follow up initiative, which will take place in April 2019. Now titled National Home Improvement Month in response to feedback from the trade, it will again be coordinated by BHETA and […]
At the onset of 2019, online marketplace 1stdibs polled its trade community and developed a report on industry insights. Working with research firm Surveys & Forecasts, LLC, 1stdibs polled more than 700 designers around the world to get a sense of how and what they’re buying—and synthesized those findings into predictions of what’s to come […]
If you don’t have good internet service, your smart gadgets are going to act real dum. Slow Wi Fi only gets worse the more devices you add to your network. A simple fix is relocating your router to a more centrally located area of your home so your signal won’t be blocked by walls and […]
Smart Home Technology can save you time, energy, and money, and it’s something the entire family can use, and do, together. But the deluge of new products and devices can be a tad overwhelming. If you’d like to make your home smarter, check out these gizmos to get you going. Go Hands-Free with a Voice […]
When it comes to crafting the perfect home, every design enthusiast knows that furniture can make or break a space. Choosing the right pieces–either custom-made or digging into that West Elm catalog–can elevate your entire home aesthetic. In 2019, utilizing natural materials in new ways will be a huge home design trend, as our […]
Spring Cleaning doesn’t have to take hours or even days. These three simple things can spruce up your place in less than an hour, but boy, do they make it sparkle! Make mirrors and table lamps shine. Use a duster or soft rags to remove dust from table lamps and wipe down mirrors with […]
Spring is the time to refresh and renew, to repair, plant, and otherwise give your place a much needed face lift after a long, bruising winter. Here are some home maintenance and extra do-dads that are worth setting aside a little extra time and cash. Treat yourself to spring blooms. Spring flowers such as […]
The first official day of spring is March 20. So whether there’s still snow on the ground or flowers in bloom, you can rest assured that nicer weather is on its way. Usher in the new season with a bit of spring cleaning, getting a little dirt under your nails, or simplifying and streamlining your […]