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Bow Stacking Is the Sweetest, Small-Scale Decor Trend
There’s a sweet and simple new home decor trend sweeping social media feeds for the past few months now: bows, bows, and more bows! This romantic look started in the fashion world (where else?) in early 2023 and has trickled into the home, where it became particularly popular over the holidays to adorn Christmas trees with the delicate accessories. Those who are more dedicated have dressed up their homes year round with bow-patterned fabrics and wallpaper, bow-shaped items, and more. If you think adding bow-related decor is only for those under 10, think again. This soft and whimsical trend embraces girlhood and nostalgia in a fresh way, alongside other popular…
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14 practical and chic ways to corral the clutter |
Living room storage ideas may not as first appear as thrilling as choosing a couch or a wall color, however it’s a key part of a successful space. Plus it can be as aesthetically pleasing as it is practical. In fact, we think that’s always the aim with storage, it needs to work hard as well as look good. Living rooms take on myriad of guises: family zones, entertaining spaces, multi-media hubs, and some, also double up as dining rooms and at-home offices. Well-planned fittings are transformative in allowing this hard-working space to meet every need, regardless of whether you opt for a streamlined bank of built-in cabinetry or a…
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Inside a ’70s-Style River Island Home Outside Portland, Oregon
Sauvie Island—a river island 10 miles northwest of downtown Portland, Oregon—is a gem of a place to live. Cradled by the Columbia River to the east and the Multnomah Channel to the west, the island is a nature lover’s paradise, replete with farms full of berry patches, roughly 11,500 acres of wildlife reserve, and several stretches of white sandy beaches. Its charming scenery is the reason a family of four chose it as the location for their second home, finding a 1979 fixer-upper to make their own. “You got to one bedroom through the garage,” designer Jessica Helgerson notes of the preexisting structure’s flaws. (Other absurdities included a toilet bowl…
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The Best Decorating Tips For Compact Spaces
We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. 1 Miniaturised bathroom furniture Mark Bolton Compromises do have to be made in small spaces, but it is possible to contain all of the necessary bathroom features – your sink, mirror, storage etc. – if you’re willing to miniaturise. This clever shelving unit started life as an apple crate, whilst the tiny mirror hides some modest shelves. 2 Neutrals Rachel Whiting “Neutral décor in the bathroom has always been popular, and even more so in smaller spaces,” says Ruth Foster, interior designer at Victoria Plum. “Adopting light shades like taupe, cream and white will create a lighter…
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Real estate fraud risk is on the rise, and victims are sounding the alarm
DeBianchi Real Estate President and realtor Sam DeBianchi gives advice to millennials who are struggling to buy homes on Making Money. Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone in a person’s life, but criminals are increasingly exploiting such transactions through real estate fraud, robbing victims who are often left with little or no recourse. CertifID’s 2024 State of Wire Fraud report released Tuesday found that 1 in 20 Americans who bought or sold a home within the past three years have been victims of some type of real estate fraud, with the median amount in consumer losses exceeding $70,000 as a result of stolen buyer’s down payments and seller’s net…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Home Renovation Loans
Our experts answer readers’ home-buying questions and write unbiased product reviews (here’s how we assess mortgages). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners; however, our opinions are our own. “Home renovation loan” is a catch-all term referring to a loan that pays for upgrades or repairs to a home. Personal loans are a popular type of home renovation loan, but you can also use a mortgage to cover renovations. These loans can help you buy a fixer upper or rehab your current home. But it’s important to understand the pros and cons. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on…
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