Belly up to the bar with barstools
Remember Norm, the television character from Cheers? If so, you know he had his favorite bar stool where he perched regularly. Just like Norm, we all want to be comfortable…
Kitchen cabinetry 101
Deadline. Traffic jam. Homework… The words can bring anxiety to the calmest of people. Let’s face it, no matter what type of life we lead – it’s busy! We are…
Drawing a blank with wall art
If you have a blank wall or expanse of space at home crying out for something interesting, why not put wall art there? We’ve compiled art-buying tips from experienced collectors…
Flooring ideas: The differences between porcelain and natural stone
Porcelain and natural stone are two of the most popular available today. But making the decision about which product is right for you can be an overwhelming task. Heather H.…
Modern kitchen design with foreign accents
When it comes to placing modern kitchen design in a traditional home, we can learn a thing or two from our European contemporaries. “If you go to Italy, you walk…
Modern bathroom is all about relaxation
When homeowners Carrie and Chris decided to undergo a renovation they had two goals in mind: to create a space big enough to accomodate their family of eight, and to…
Bedroom ideas create a permanent staycation
Carrie grew up with a big family and big woods behind her home. It was a comforting retreat. So, when Carrie and her husband Chris bought their suburban Columbus home…
Sports bar scores big
It’s game time, baby! But which game to watch? Fortunately, that’s a choice former University of Cincinnati Bearcat basketball player Keith Gregor and his wife Sherry no longer have to…
Lawn care and other must-know spring maintenance tips
Today marks the first Saturday of spring—and that means it is time to focus on the great outdoors. There are so many ‘gardening chores’ to be done, from lawn care…
Builders and remodelers reveal best homes of the year, part 2
When Pat Miller of John Hobart Miller met his clients, they told him they wanted a new home that was unique. What they got was an award winning home recently…
Builders and remodelers reveal best homes of the year, part 1
When David Bachman of Bachman Builders finished building a house in Franklin Park for a recently married couple, he knew right away he had built something he and his team…
Outdoor living space is a work of art
“When people see our backyard, they are blown away,” exclaims Linda Hopes, a resident of South Tampa. Linda and her husband Jim recently turned to Mike Loomis, owner and project manager…