Home Improvement
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The Ultimate Guide to Deck Construction
Building a deck is an intriguing project that may improve the aesthetics and use of your outdoor area. Whether you’re planning to entertain guests, enjoy family gatherings, or simply relax in the sunshine, a well-constructed deck provides the perfect setting. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the steps of deck construction, from planning and design to material selection and construction techniques. Planning Your Deck Assess Your Needs: Will you use it mostly for entertaining, dining, or relaxing? Determining your needs will help you design a deck that meets your requirements. Choose the Location: Choose a good spot for your deck by considering things like seclusion, sun exposure, and…
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Every Room Has Its Own Palette In This Therapist’s L.A. Home
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Usually, we hear stories about how homes are designed with others in mind (partners, kids, pets, extended family), but sometimes, we sit down with a homeowner who was lucky enough to concoct a home all for themself. When Katie Szymanski, a therapist and entrepreneur, bought her 1920s house at the top of a hill in Los Angeles’s Mount Washington neighborhood, she was single and ready to mingle—with interior designer Leah Ring of Another Human, that is. She asked Ring to help her fill her home with the items of her choosing. But before Szymanski…
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Interior design startup Havenly acquires home decor retailer The Citizenry
Online interior design startup Havenly is acquiring artisan home decor startup The Citizenry, the company announced today. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Havenly says the acquisition is part of its efforts to build a collection of home brands that appeal to shoppers. The deal marks Havenly’s third acquisition in two years. Launched in 2014, The Citizenry works with artisans from around the world to produce limited-edition runs of handcrafted home goods. By acquiring The Citizenry, Havenly is expanding its offerings in furniture, textiles and home decor. Havenly CEO Lee Mayer told TechCrunch that the company’s vision is to create a design-first ecosystem “for the rising, digitally…
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Zachery Ty Bryan arrested for DUI
Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested Saturday for allegedly driving under the influence in La Quinta, California. “Deputies assigned to the La Quinta Sheriff’s Station conducted a traffic stop in the area of Washington Street and Calle Tampico in La Quinta on a vehicle suspected of being involved in a recent traffic collision,” Sergeant Wenndy Brito-Gonzalez told Fox News Digital. “When deputies contacted the driver, they observed indications of impairment, leading to the driver’s arrest for driving under the influence with priors.” ACTOR ZACHERY TY BRYAN PLEADS GUILTY TO FELONY ASSAULT STEMMING FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ARREST Zachery Ty Bryan arrested in La Quinta, California (Gregg DeGuire) Brito-Gonzalez added, “The driver, later…
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Home Design Ideas for Dog Owners
Whether your dog is a Pomeranian compact enough to carry in a tote bag all over town or a towering golden retriever who commands a larger footprint, the pooch deserves their own space at your home—an indoor area where they have free domain. There are numerous creative ways for dog owners to carve out a space that’s dedicated to their pets and still stylish, said Jason Nixon, an interior designer who is the co-founder of the Thomasville, North Carolina-based home décor brand and design firm Madcap Cottage. What that means depends on what your home is like—apartment living, for example, means an approach that’s different from one in a single-family…
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Best Credit Cards for Home Improvement of February 2024
While there are many ways to finance a home improvement project, using the right credit card for your project can help you save money as well as earn cash back, points or miles on your purchases. Or you can apply for a new card offering a 0% intro APR to help you finance the project over a period of time. Many rewards cards offer generous welcome bonuses once you meet a certain spending requirement, which can often be met easily when you’re paying for pricey home improvement projects. Here are our selections for the best credit cards for home improvement of February 2024. Best credit cards for home improvement Why…
