Here's a good article on kitchen storing ideas by Kelly Dawson for Real Simple.

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As a home chef, you can still have a pro-approved kitchen.




By nature, home kitchens have always been a slower and more intimate version of a restaurant. Well, until this past year. As you hunkered down and figured out how to make your home meet your every need—like turning living rooms into daycares, bedrooms into offices, and bathrooms into hiding places—it was as if the humble kitchen morphed into an all-day restaurant. Eating every meal from home for months on end has likely honed your cooking skills and streamlined shopping trips, but it's probably also revealed storage issues. After

Here's an informative article on ways to go green in your kitchen by Kit Selzer for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Practicing sustainable habits isn't just good for the environment: It can also help you save on energy costs and create less waste. Cutting back on water, electricity, gas, and disposable items are easy ways to make your kitchen more eco-friendly. Use our checklist to assess your cooking and cleanup habits, and discover how being greener will save you money in the long run. If you're just starting out in your efforts to be more sustainable, commit to one new idea today. Over time, challenge yourself to up your green game as you lower your utility

Here's a good article on decorating by Heather Luckhurst for Better Homes & Gardens.

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You want your home to feel cozy, comfortable, and inviting, but it's easy to go overboard on decorating and end up with a messy, cluttered space. Here are six things to avoid to pull off a polished look.




You work hard to keep your home clean on a daily basis, so the last thing you want is for your decorating choices to contribute to a messy-looking room. Although clearing out clutter is the first step to a polished, orderly look, the way you furnish and decorate the room is also hugely important to its overall neatness. Sometimes simple decorating mistakes can

Here's an informative article on interior design by Wendy Rose Gould for Real Simple.

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Experts weigh in on what to do instead.



Whether moving into a new home or simply redecorating, there’s no doubt you have every intention of maximizing the space, tapping into your personal aesthetic, and promoting good flow. Striking the balance between all three can be tricky, but it’s definitely doable and will make your space feel way more inviting. With expert interior designer help, here are the most common flow-disrupting mistakes people make and what you ought to do instead.

Placing Furniture Along Every Wall



Arranging the bulk of your furniture against walls is a default move, but it can hinder

Here's a good article on spring cleaning by Kit Selzer for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Deep cleaning some of the hidden, hardworking parts of your house might be a dirty job, but you've got to do it. Tackling these cleaning tasks regularly will help keep your home humming. When neglected for too long, grimy buildup in the wrong places can lead to appliance breakdowns or even home disasters like fires or floods. Here are six of the most important areas to clean regularly to ward off emergencies.


1. Refrigerator Coils


Dusty condenser coils make your fridge work harder, making it less energy-efficient and shortening its life span. (There goes your ice cream budget.) Note that

Everything you need to know about furniture placement, color selection, and how to avoid a “lonely pillow.” Here's  a good article on feng shui bedroom tips by Amanda Lauren for Real Simple.

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A feng shui bedroom is a peaceful and balanced environment that promotes a better night’s rest. But contrary to popular belief, feng shui is not a Chinese interior design concept or related to any belief system. The words literally translate to “wind water.”




According to P.K. Odle, master feng shui consultant and executive director of the renowned American Feng Shui Institute, “Just like gravity, feng shui influences exist in natural and man-made environments. Whether you believe it or not, they are already affecting

Here's a good article on kitchen style by Jeannie Matteucii for Houzz.

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A designer helps an Illinois couple create a bright, fresh kitchen with subtle texture, custom details and a new layout.
Rob and Jade Cook love the fresh and clean look of a classic all-white kitchen. But after eight years, the existing white elements in their 1990s kitchen no longer felt very fresh or clean. The aging white laminate cabinets, failing white appliances and white square tile backsplash had seen better days. It was time for a major makeover.

The Cooks looked at inspiration photos on Houzz and hired designer Stephanie Frees to help them create a more functional and inviting white kitchen

Here's an informative article on arranging furniture by Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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How To Arrange Furniture
No matter if your rooms are big or small, having the right furniture arrangement will make them more enjoyable. Check out our layout examples, plus tricks for living rooms, family rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. Knowing how to arrange furniture can help you navigate how a room will be used.


Furniture Arrangement With A Focal Point
If you're not sure how to arrange furniture in a living room, orient seating so it takes advantage of whatever view your room has to offer, whether that's a TV or a bank of windows. To create your own focal point, hang a large piece of art

Here's a good article by Kristin Granero on decor items for the home for

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Consider these your investment pieces.


Putting a deposit down on a home or apartment (not to mention all of those monthly bills to follow) can make a real dent in your bank account. After that major investment, it can be tempting to skimp when purchasing home decor to furnish the place, especially when you factor in multiple rooms and routine updates to keep up with trend and lifestyle changes.




Of course, there are areas where you can cut back, particularly where the difference in quality isn't as vast or the items aren't deemed necessary for the long haul. That said, experts note

Here's a good article by Awi-admin on pros and cons of open kitchens for Kenwood Kitchens.

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Is open shelving a good idea for your kitchen? Find out here.



How practical is open shelving? For many homeowners, it is the perfect solution to their storage dilemmas. For others, this option may be troublesome. Ultimately, knowing the best ways to utilize your kitchen will encourage you to make the right decision when redesigning the space. Understanding whether open shelving will be a solution for you starts here. Here are a few ways to determine if open shelving is a good option for your space.
Open Shelving Will Always Make Sense In A Kitchen
Open shelving is a