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A Lakefront Cabin by Jen Samson That’s All About the View
When your home sits perched atop a mountain overlooking one of the most scenic lakes in the country, the last thing you want is to feel cramped. But when Jen Samson was brought onto this project on Lake Tahoe in Nevada, the 1980 home was “dark and dated”—despite its prime location in the Sierras overlooking the water. Samson quickly set about rectifying that, opening up the interiors to allow for light, flow, and, most important, unfettered access to the breathtaking vistas outside. Chad Mellon “Truly one of the most magical spots on all of Lake Tahoe, this home is in Crystal Bay and sits almost literally on top of the…
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Sloped yards in the desert offer garden design opportunities
If you don’t live in the center of the Tucson valley, chances are you have some sloped areas in your backyard. Slopes can be a challenge to gardeners, but they also offer some great design opportunities. For one thing, incorporating slopes and hills into your garden design can increase the visual interest in your design. You will automatically introduce a three-dimensional element, which allows you to design the flow around it. For example, you may choose to lead your path around the hill or along the slope to provide your visitors with a visual journey. Hills and slopes can also provide you with uninterrupted views, which makes your yard look…
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Barron And Tessa Hilton Want To Throw A Gatsby-Esque Bash For Your Estate
Guests attend the Dreamscape event held by Hilton Estates Group in June at a $25-million estate in … [+] the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Getty Images for Hilton Estates Seated around their kitchen island, Barron N. Hilton and Tessa Hilton pop corks on stylish bottles of Casa Del Sol Tequila. The Sherman Oaks, California, couple are investors in the brand, used to enliven estate events they produce. Barron N. Hilton and Tessa Hilton address a star-studded crowd at their “Goddess Art Show in April … [+] 2022. The event, held at a $39.5-million Bel-Air listing, attracted a crowd of about 300. Hilton Estates Group First up: Blanco, with…
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Frugal ways to decorate for Christmas this year | Lifestyle
Psychologists say putting up Christmas decorations can elevate your mood and reduce stress — and it makes sense that planning ahead can cut back on anxiety by minimizing last-minute holiday preparations. Many of the top DIY-ers recommend starting eight weeks out. November is the time to consider what gifts you want to give to your family and loved ones — and how you can make them feel at home in your festive home. According to YouGov research, approximately 72% of Americans decorate their home’s interior, and 17% start after Thanksgiving. Statista reports that 33% of Americans will spend over $150 on Christmas decorations. On a positive note, you do not…
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2022 Home Improvement Report – NerdWallet
American homeowners spent more than a half-trillion dollars on home improvement projects in recent years, but they say inflation and a potential recession will be factors in how much they take on moving forward. From 2019 to 2021, American homeowners undertook some 135 million home improvement projects, spending an estimated $624 billion, according to the most recent American Housing Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau. That’s an increase of about $100 billion in home improvement spending over the previous survey period (2017-2019). This two-year period began before any of us knew the COVID-19 pandemic was coming, and it stretched through lockdowns and ambitious stuck-at-home DIY projects and into a housing…
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best tiny bathroom designs |
The best small bathroom ideas combine charm and practicality. These small bathrooms are designed to make a compact space feel not just bigger and well-functioning, but super-stylish too. When it comes to small bathroom design, clever planning – which includes everything from layout, to fitting choices, to smart storage options – is key to ensuring that even a tiny bathroom can still feel spacious. Stylish finishes that are also practical are the icing on the cake. Up to recently, small bathrooms always required a compromise – often with the bathtub becoming the first victim in the battle for space – not to mention issues arising from lack of storage. But the…
