What to consider before a do-it-yourself remodel

Some projects absolutely make sense for an energetic do-it-yourselfer (DIYer). But if you want your project to turn out great, you’d better have some basic skills, patience, and time. HUD and the U.S. Census…Read more

DIY Project Gone Wrong

How to build your own backyard fire pit oasis

  It’s getting warmer outside here in the Great Pacific Northwest. Are you thinking of creating a great fire pit oasis in your back yard? It’s actually pretty easy to do! Fire pits help…Read more

How to build a fire pit

Stair Wars: Steps for improving stair safety for mom and dad

You probably know that falls are a real danger for seniors. A combination of declining strength and physical limitations means that one-third of independent seniors take a fall at least once a year. Between…Read more

Stair safety

Five tips for a green remodel

Remodeling provides the perfect opportunity to make your home more environmentally friendly. A green home remodel typically has two goals: minimizing the impact of your remodel on the environment, and making the long-term operations…Read more

Recycled Glass Countertops

Info Graphic: Curb Appeal Do’s and Dont’s

Underestimating the importance of curb appeal to the perceived value of a home is a big mistake many homeowners make. In this info graphic, we’ve put together important DO’s and DONT’s to help you…Read more

CurbAppealFI

Nine innovative home products that enable accessibility for the entire family

No matter what you call it—accessible design, universal design, inclusive design, human-centered design, or our favorite, enabling design—the movement to create home environments that are safe, attractive and easy for everyone to use has…Read more

Drawer-style microwave from Sharp

Top 10 home remodeling trends in 2013

Want to know what’s hot right now in home remodeling? We’re excited to share the following top 10 design trends we’re seeing right now in 2013 after compiling the collective knowledge of our fabulous…Read more

Kitchen texture and sparkle

My Favorite Woodsy Wallpaper

I’m so happy! Wallpaper is back and it’s bigger and bolder than ever. Usages range from an entire room—including the ceiling for a dramatic designer look—to just one wall, to create a focal point…Read more

Woods Wallpaper by Cole and Son

You’re invited! February 27: STAY & THRIVE in in Home You Love

Are you enjoying the second (and best!) half of your life, or do you have a loved one who is? Are you (or your loved one) living in the home you want to spend…Read more

Stay and Thrive Class

Should we stay or should we go [during our remodel]?

You’re planning a remodel, and you know it’s going to disrupt your routine for a while. But you also know that in the end it’s going to be worth it. Whether your project is…Read more

Kitchen remodel design meeting