The lightbulb has been around 140 years, and never been something to get excited about… until now. Today, if you want more control in your life as well as creative and practical options that can transform the way you light up your home, well there’s the smart bulb. The smart bulb uses LED and […]
Between the rise in DIY, the rental housing markets, and remodeling trends, 2019 looks like a promising year for the industry, and if these trends continue, some say it could be one of the best years yet. With home prices increasing, new construction harder to find in some areas of the country, and homeowners aging […]
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 […]
Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to go outside and get your garden growing. When it comes to planning or revamping your outdoor living spaces, remember the best gardens have the best soil and the most diverse foliage. Healthy soil is made by adding nutrients that improve its quality. One of the […]
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 […]