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Perfecting your imperfect pantry: Tips to achieve inner calm through an organized space

(BPT) - When you open your kitchen pantry, is it streamlined and tidy or more cluttered and chaotic? The state of your home impacts your state of mind, so getting better organized in the kitchen can help you feel calmer in other parts of life.Cleaning and organizing our homes gives us something we c ... MORE

Relax: Five simple steps for satisfying spring cleaning

(BPT) - There's something calming about a clean and tidy home. Particularly after a dirt- and dust-busting spring cleaning session, it can feel like a total reset for the entire home. In fact, 90% of people feel more relaxed when their home is clean, and the positive feelings don't stop there.The 20 ... MORE

5 inspiring ways to bring the beauty of nature into the home

(BPT) - It's no secret that nature has the power to inspire, invigorate, restore and refresh. Research shows that nature can offer mental health benefits including decreasing stress and relieving anxiety. In fact, incorporating elements of nature into the home has been proven to improve happiness an ... MORE

3 easy ways to get your home ready for Earth Day

(BPT) - With Earth Day just around the corner, have you done a home health check to make sure you aren't wasting water? Some easy upgrades can help you to kick water-guzzling fixtures to the curb and start saving water and money.1) Toilets: Install a high-efficiency toilet that flushes with 1.28 gal ... MORE

4 easy one-day bathroom upgrades

(BPT) - Since you've been spending more time at home, you've probably noticed things that need a refresh, especially in that most-used room of the house: the bathroom. Whether you're an experienced DIY-er or novice fixer-upper, you may be putting off renovations that seem too tough to tackle.The goo ... MORE

Lighten up! 5 designer tips for transforming your home lighting

(BPT) - When it comes to choosing beautiful, functional lighting, the selections can appear endless and may be leaving you with no idea where to start.If so, you're not alone. Many homeowners mistakenly believe any fixture will do the same job, when in fact effective lighting design is something of ... MORE

Resale revolution: 6 tips for scoring great home furnishing deals online

(BPT) - If you're a fan of finding deals or saving money, you're far from alone. Shopping in resale shops and online marketplaces is one of the best ways to thrift shop, and if you've never given them a try, now may be an excellent time to start.The desire to save money, recycle and find unique merc ... MORE

Spring refresh: 5 easy indoor projects to freshen up your home

(BPT) - While spring cleaning tends to get the most attention this time of year, the best way to usher in the new season is by giving your home a warm-weather refresh. There's no need to go out and buy all new furniture and décor or undertake a major renovation to give your current interior a fresh ... MORE

How to show your appliances some extra love this spring

(BPT) - This past year we've all made a few changes to our daily lives, but one thing has remained constant - your appliances. It's easy to forget these machines are working hard in the background, but they're always helping to keep your household running smoothly. In the spirit of spring cleaning, ... MORE

3 must-haves to transform your bath into a luxury retreat

(BPT) - Blending fashion and function, the best bathroom design will address the needs of the homeowner while also reflecting their personal tastes. What often separates good from great design can be found in the details.Sophisticated designer touches elevate a bathroom in an upscale way that define ... MORE

2021 Brings Renewed Meaning to Cleaning

(BPT) - This year, National Cleaning Week takes on newfound importance as we look back at how our cleaning habits changed in 2020. For many, pre-pandemic cleaning was just another chore, but as COVID-19 emerged in the U.S., cleaning quickly became a way to protect against the spread of germs and ill ... MORE

The missed home improvement step putting you and your community at risk

(BPT) - What do planting a tree, building a patio, installing a pool and putting up a fence have in common? These popular home improvement projects add value to your home, and they all require an important safety step: getting utility lines marked before digging.With so many people spending more tim ... MORE

Healthy home: The correct way to clean your light switches and wallplates

(BPT) - In an effort to stay healthy and keep your home tidy, you've probably increased your cleaning frequency since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. To help limit the spread of germs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends regular cleaning of high-touch surfaces. Tablet ... MORE

Young designers discuss up-and-coming design inspirations

(BPT) - Americans spent more time at home in 2020 than any other year, inspiring people to take on new interests like baking, crafting or interior design. While some things went oh so right, like a gorgeous new kitchen, some may have fallen a little flat - literally when your sourdough starter never ... MORE

Brighten and boost your outdoor space with ease by planting petunias and pansies

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Add a dash of spice and style to your kitchen

(BPT) - In today's homes, kitchens serve a multitude of purposes beyond being a space to whip up a meal. They're the heart of your home; the command center; the family gathering spot. So it's no wonder why kitchens are where homeowners invest their renovation budget and why homebuyers pay a premium ... MORE

KBIS 2021: Top kitchen and bath design trends to watch

(BPT) - Do you want to know what's popular for kitchen and bath spaces for 2021? There's no better barometer for the biggest trends than the annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, where top designers and brands gather to hobnob about the year's leading innovations and trends.Although KBIS was virtua ... MORE

Bedroom design trends: 3 tips to cozy up your space

(BPT) - You put a lot of care into curating your bedroom, but these days, it may look more like a gym or an office than your sleep sanctuary. In fact, Stanford News points to several nationwide surveys, which found that more than half of Americans now working from home are doing so from their bedroo ... MORE

How to 'fight dirty' with a pressure washer

(BPT) - As you've been spending more time at home lately, you've probably found things around your house and yard that aren't as clean as they used to be. Depending on where you live, you may be eyeing many of these cleaning projects and putting them on your to-do list as spring approaches, or you m ... MORE

Love and Life Inspire Success for Two Black Women Entrepreneurs

(BPT) - Two rising, women entrepreneurs - Jena Holliday and Kalilah Wright - have found their voice and are using it to spread Black joy, solidify Black representation in retail and shine a spotlight on what success looks like. With the help of Target, Holliday and Wright's stories are being told vi ... MORE

Embrace outdoor living: 6 top outdoor design trends for 2021

(BPT) - There's nothing quite like outdoor living, enjoying a beautiful, private space - perhaps with family and friends, or all by yourself with a delightful drink and a good book.'In 2020, homeowners began to embrace outdoor living more than ever with the limited number of locations we could safel ... MORE

Chef Curtis Stone shares 5 tips for a happier, more efficient 2021 kitchen

(BPT) - The kitchen has long been the heart of the home, and now more than ever is central to our lifestyles. With 60% of Americans discovering a greater appreciation for cooking throughout the pandemic and planning to upgrade their kitchens as a result, Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Stone is sharing ... MORE

Creating a naturally healthy home

(BPT) - The pandemic has changed the way many of us think and feel about home. More than ever, it has become a place of refuge, safety and comfort in an uncertain world. The need for our dwellings to be sources of both physical and emotional well-being has never been stronger. Architects and designe ... MORE

Tips for achieving the top 2021 home trend: Warm interior design

(BPT) - Change is on the horizon as 2021 is poised to be a transition year for home design. Expect some of the cool and minimalistic trends of the past to be replaced with more approachable designs that convey comfort, warmth and positivity.'Darker colors, natural textiles - like wood, and soft ligh ... MORE

The urge to purge: How to make way for the New Year

(BPT) - In many cultures worldwide, it's traditional to clean out your home at the beginning of a new year. It's understandable - New Year's brings with it the urge for a clean slate and a fresh start. And as you've been spending more time in your home this year, you're probably more aware of the ne ... MORE

5 ways to up your Big Game viewing experience at home

(BPT) - The Big Game is here! Whether your team is playing, you love football or you're just in it for the snacks and halftime show, there's something for everyone to enjoy.We know the celebration will look a little different this year. Thankfully, there are a lot of ways you can have as much fun wa ... MORE

A simple guide for planning a DIY bathroom project

(BPT) - Spending more time at home has put increased focus on bathrooms for homeowners, which is why one of the top home improvement trends of 2021 is adding or updating these spaces. Fortunately, remodeling or adding a bathroom DIY-style can be much easier than you may think with some planning and ... MORE

Breathe easy: What you need to know before buying an air purifier

(BPT) - More people than ever before are considering room air filters and purifiers to protect themselves against COVID-19 indoors. But do these devices really make a difference?Air purifiers and filters can help reduce airborne contaminants, including viruses, in a home, office or other confined sp ... MORE

5 home makeover ideas for the 2021 New Year

(BPT) - The new year is all about change, and the relationship you have with your home has likely changed significantly this year. After spending so much time at home, many people are reevaluating their spaces.As the new year begins, take the opportunity to explore home makeovers and new room design ... MORE

5 multitasking tips for life at home

(BPT) - This year, you've learned how to do almost everything from home - from work and school to the gym and virtual social gatherings. Even though you're home most of the time, there can still be a lot to do. These five multitasking tips can help you reorganize your to-do list and get more out of ... MORE

3 winter décor tips to always follow, according to Genevieve Gorder

(BPT) - By Genevieve GorderIt's crazy how fast the year is flying by! Winter is quickly approaching, and with it brings the opportunity to add some seasonal décor to your humble abode. Nothing gets me more excited than decorating for this time of year! With the help of my exclusive collection of win ... MORE

Enrich home design with a timeless sense of style

(BPT) - The worlds of fashion and interior design intersect in more ways than one. From thoughtful details to bold palettes and shapes, both disciplines play an important role in evoking personal style. In order to ensure home design demonstrates a bespoke sense of style that lasts, one must conside ... MORE

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