Key Points Damage to roofs, gutters, and windows decreases a home’s value and should be a priority for repairs. Outdated lighting fixtures and peeling paint are other major issues that can be fixed on a smaller budget. Neglected landscaping can reduce a home’s value by 30%, but it’s one of the easiest exterior repairs to … Read more
(Because Cramped Doesn’t Have to Mean “Cave”) So here’s how this started: I walked into my tiny bathroom one morning, stubbed my toe on the toilet, looked around at the dark brown tiles, and realized I felt like I was getting ready inside a shoebox. A stylish, grout-filled shoebox. But still. Naturally, I did what … Read more
Vanity Lights You’re Seriously Missing Out On (Because Your Bathroom Deserves to Feel Like a Movie Set, Not a Dental Office) Here’s how this started: I was doing my skincare routine under the single sad bulb above my mirror when I caught a glimpse of myself and screamed, not because of my face (though… could’ve … Read more
(Because Your Backyard Deserves Better Than Just a Patch of Questionable Grass) Here’s how this started: I was sitting in a lawn chair slowly sinking into a mud patch in my backyard, sipping coffee and pretending it wasn’t a total disaster zone. And then I saw it—someone on Instagram turned a few pallets into a … Read more
Color choice is essential when decorating a bedroom. Colors can influence our mood, our energy levels, and even the quality of our sleep. Blue is often recommended for bedrooms because of its calming effect. But if you’re looking for a color that’s both soothing and trendy, why not consider green? In this article, I’m exploring … Read more
If you’ve got an above ground pool and you’ve ever thought, “How can I make this look a little more fancy and less like a big plastic tub in my yard?” — you’re definitely not alone. The good news? With some creative landscaping, you can totally upgrade your pool’s look without breaking the bank or … Read more
(Because Your House Deserves to Look Less Like 1974) So here’s how this started: I was pulling into my driveway after a long day, and I realized something horrifying. My split level looked…tired. Not “needs a nap” tired—more like “hasn’t updated its wardrobe since disco was cool” tired. It had that faded brick + brown … Read more
Scandinavian Kitchen Goals: Looks We’re Obsessed With (Because Who Doesn’t Want a Kitchen That Feels Like a Spa With Appliances?) So here’s how this started: I was chopping onions in my aggressively beige kitchen when I realized I didn’t feel calm—I felt like I was cooking inside a filing cabinet. Then I saw a photo … Read more
(Because Your Mirror Sliders From 1997 Have Got to Go) Here’s how this started: I was deep-cleaning the bedroom (read: shoving laundry into the closet) when one of the old sliding doors came off the track and nearly decapitated me. Nothing says “it’s time for an upgrade” like a surprise guillotine moment from your own … Read more
Small Deck, Big Vibes: Easy Ideas for Summer Style (Or, Why You’ll Probably Be Rearranging Furniture on a 4×6 Deck Until You Cry) Here’s how this started: I was standing on my deck (which is really more of a glorified fire escape) when I realized it was, frankly, depressing. A plastic chair. A rogue grill … Read more