Designing your new home starts well before construction actually begins. Sometimes it starts even before your lot is cleared. The reason is that design is much more than choosing the countertops and paint color (though that is part of the process). Designing your home is about choosing the layout that works best for your family—and
International Builders’ Show 2018: Hot Products from the Showroom Floor
The International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the world, every year attracting 60,000 visitors from 100 countries. IBS brings together more than 1,500 top manufacturers and suppliers from around the globe showcasing the latest and most in-demand products and services. Here are the products that had everyone talking on
Business Casual Home Workstations
It’s proven that having the ability to manipulate your work environment will make you more productive. The distinction between home and work is a line that is being blurred evermore. Technology has enabled us to “plug in” virtually anywhere. This has yielded far more flexibility in how and where we conduct business, giving rise to
Organizing Your Way to the Perfect Closet
Cluttered closets cause frustration and anxiety among many people – for good reason. Newsweek magazine reported in a survey that the average American wastes 55 minutes a day looking for something, usually an item in a closet or that should be in a closet. A survey by the National Association of Professional Organizers found that
How to Create a Tactile Experience in Your New Home
Humans are born with five natural senses, and the nervous system has a specific sensory organ dedicated to each one. These senses connect us to the outside world, and although their primary purpose is to keep the body safe and healthy, our natural instincts also allow us to engage with both living and inanimate objects.
Choosing the Right Window Coverings
Fundamentally, blinds, shades, and shutters all serve the same purpose. They control sunlight or privacy — or both. Window coverings also play an important role in interior design. But which makes the most sense for you? Well, that is entirely dependent on a few key factors: personal preference, budget, and placement. Blinds In terms of
Breaking Down the Exterior Evolution of New Homes
Exterior elements and connection points are among the most popular interior design trends to date. Ironic, isn’t it? Homebuyers are yearning for simplicity more than ever as technology untethers us from traditional spaces, and our natural instincts draw us back to the serene outdoors. Interior trends are influencing exterior design while exterior features are influencing
New Home Design Details
When it comes to creating an eye-catching home design, the little details are the things that make a big difference. And these are the 11 design elements that are most definitely on trend in new homes right now. Colorful Kitchen Cabinets Tactile Textures in the Kitchen Kitchens with Two Islands Whole Tiled Walls
Moderated Modern: A New Design Trend Hitting The Market
We start our topic of discussion with defining Modern. This term is everywhere, constantly confused with contemporary styling. But what does modern truly mean? In its most basic form, it is the design trend of today — what is now and in the moment. Today, this is seen as clean lines, simplicity of patterns and
New Interior Design Trends for 2017
These directives are moving the design marketplace to a clean, minimal and contemporary design styling that appeals to a broad market. Refine We are seeing refinement in furniture lines, art, appliance and finishes everywhere in the industry — design is clean, simple, crisp, fresh. A perfect example of refining is the toilet! Whatever brand you
