Google is bringing smart home controls in Gemini to everyone. The Google Home extension in the Gemini app is adding a few new features, in addition to letting you adjust your smart lighting, thermostat, speakers, and other compatible devices as long as they’re connected to your Google account. As The Verge reports, Google first previewed the […]
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
If you recall, and especially if you were a fan of the Color Drenching trend that seemed to be everywhere last year, you might want to look into Pattern Drenching. As House Beautiful reports, Pattern Drenching, one of this year’s biggest interior design trends, is making monochromatic waves in homes nationwide. “I generally feel like if […]
Sometimes the only way to achieve the look you want is to do it yourself. That’s the motto, at least, for scores of DIYers who modify their homes again and again for the sake of personalization. They scour TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for the newest DIY trends and projects making the rounds and—whether they’re renovation […]
The ‘kitchen triangle’ is an important concept for kitchen design, aiming to make it easier for homeowners to use their space efficiently. This theory refers to a kitchen layout that’s comprised of three elements within close proximity to each other: the fridge, a cooking station (usually a hob and oven unit) and the sink. As Country Living […]
When it comes to television, HGTV has cornered the market on addictive home renovation series, but with such an expansive programming slate, it can be hard to keep track of premieres. For example, many fans of Fixer to Fabulous with Dave and Jenny Marrs didn’t realize that their beloved series was returning on January 7! (If you […]
Fluffy snow and sparkling icicles may make for a winter wonderland, but they can also bring on drafts, fallen tree limbs and worse. Avoid spending your winter season handling cold weather disasters with just a bit of preventative maintenance. Here are some of the important Winter Home Maintenance To-Do’s to check off your list. Keep […]
We’re officially only a few weeks into winter, but the season is already raging, with snow blanketing huge swaths of the country. Even if you live in an area that regularly experiences severe weather, dealing with a blizzard or icy conditions can prove incredibly stressful, especially if your home loses power. So what should you do? […]
Each year, home sales website Zillow releases a trend report that highlights the features and design elements people most want in their spaces based on keywords used in millions of listings. The 2025 report has dropped, and the themes aren’t really surprising. Zillow found that there are several trends buyers are after: warm, cozy spaces; sustainable technology and finishes; […]
During these darker and colder winter days, it’s not really surprising that your mood can follow. With shorter days, a lack of sunlight, and the inability to spend a lot of time outdoors (depending on where you live), many people struggle with feeling down or not like their normal selves during this time of year. […]