Patio design is all about details, details, details
Four walls and a ceiling no longer define a living space. When Alex Hay and Krista Widmeyer of Fort Thomas wanted to bring nature into their living space and expand…
Black is back in home decorating
Black used in your home exudes the same cachet that a little black dress bestows on its wearer. A little goes a long way, but a lot can be striking.…
Bathroom remodel says bye-bye to the bathroom blues
Most homeowners hope their home has that “wow factor”—whether it’s their landscaping, kitchen or bathroom. But while one Grandview Heights couple’s guest bathroom had a definite “wow” factor, it wasn’t…
Home bars eliminate last call
The bar was the heart and soul of the award-winning television show “Cheers.” Every character gravitated toward it and gathered around it—in essence, it was the star of the show.…
Back yard fantasy becomes a reality
The back yard behind the home of Adam Bohn is a place where the lines between fantasy and reality become a bit blurred. Fire flickers in large stone urns and…
Living room offers a perfect transition
You can take it with you—the furniture you have, that is, when moving to a new home. But professionals recommend you cautiously select only timeless and quality pieces to go…
Majestic bedrooms and master suites
We all have that one space, the place that you go in your home to clear your mind and relax after a long day. In recent years, more and more…
Home design: Living large in a tiny house
The latest buzz in home design is the “tiny house.” Not since the concept of “condos” was introduced has there been a truly new idea in homeownership. While the typical…
Finished basement doesn’t rock the boat
When you head downstairs to the lower level of Leslie Dixon’s custom-built Springboro French-country style home, the last thing you’d likely expect to see is a full size boat in…
Kitchen remodeling ideas from a Baja bachelor
Though his family never thought it would happen, Eddie Moore finally settled down in a three-bedroom California mission-style bungalow built in 1928. “It was kind of a 40th birthday present…
Kitchen remodeling ideas in the right place and time
The home, built in the 1850s, has a rich history and wonderful craftsmanship that the homeowners wanted to respect and restore. The latter would prove challenging however due to some…
Moss matters in a landscape design
Moss in a garden or landscape design, with its vibrant green palette, is an aesthetic to be appreciated. Its serene beauty seduces—calming and restful to the eye, it is lush…