Color forecast by Sherwin Williams – Earth inspired rules in 2012
The Sherwin-Williams Colormix 2012 forecast proves a color palette doesn’t need to stray far from its roots to make a big design impact. Forty hues highlighted in the 2012 selection indicate Earth-inspired color family groups with reds, blues, greens and neutrals dominating the palette. (more…)
Outdoor Living Spaces Trends and Tips
In an article posted on Buildipedia.com, Tara D. Sturm talks about how we move more of our attention to the outdoors during these warmer months we’re all experiencing. She goes on to say, “Thoughts of sipping cool beverages atop cozy lounges and backyard barbeques instantly come to mind at the mere mention of summer. The last few years, however, have brought a dramatic increase in the dollars and time spent on improving our outdoor living spaces, and designers have responded to this trend and are seeking to provide us with our ideal backyard paradise. We spoke with Feng Shui guru and interior designer DeAnna Radaj of Bante Design LLC about outdoor living and creating the perfect getaway.”
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10 Easy Upgrades to Add Style & Value to Your Home
Sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest difference in the value and appeal of your home. Whether you’re trying to sell your home of just spruce up the place, here are 10 easy ways to get started. (more…)
What is the secret ingredient for a best-selling project?
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The secret ingredient for a best-selling project in a listless market is to add a little, and sometimes a lot, of something extra and unexpected.
We’ve always heard the expression, location, location, location but it takes more than a good location, a good price, and a good product to create a best-selling community these days. At a time when buyers are constantly being told that buying a new house is a bad idea, the process of getting a project to sell well requires incorporating something extra, the 13th donut in a baker’s dozen, the second strawberry topping a slice of cheesecake, something that makes a buyer feel exclusive, privileged, happy, brilliant.
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How to Choose a Home Builder You Can Trust
Building a new home can be a very lucrative and rewarding investment — provided that you choose the right home builder to handle the job. These tips will help you clarify your home building goals and find the best home builder to entrust with your project.
Deciding what to build
Before you can choose a home builder, you need to have a clear picture of what type of home you want. Much like doctors who specialize in different types of medicine, home builders also specialize in building certain types of homes.
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