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Living Home Security Systems: Protecting the People and Things You Value the Most With the holidays, come new temptations for burglars. With that in mind, now is a good time to start thinking about the security of your home. From old-school security tricks to new digital home monitoring tools, there are many options when it comes to keeping our homes safe. Read on to learn more about how you can modify your home and keep it safe from intruders.
Living Five Essentials for Your Home Office Most people dream of working from home, but ask anyone who does it on a regular basis, and they’ll tell you how hard it can be to stay productive when you work where you live. The most disciplined telecommuters will tell you that you need a structured routine and organization to rise and grind and get into work mode.
Living Get Extra Cozy This Fall It’s almost that time of year again; time for cuddles and hot cocoa by the fireplace. It’s also almost time to debate whether to trade in the heels and cocktails on a chilly Friday night for Netflix in bed. We’re going to make that decision a piece of cake for you. Plot twist: sweaters aren’t just for humans *gasp* they’re also for beds.
Living Personalize Your Pumpkins This Halloween skip the knife and save a pumpkin! Last year we saw this new trend take off and turns out it’s still just as popular this year. Do something different than the typical Halloween jack-o-lantern and try a more sophisticated pumpkin with a flourish of your personal style. We’ve scoured the internet for our […]
Living How to Decorate a Rental Abiding by rental rules is important, but so is style and making a house feel more like a home. Thus, we’ve put together a little list for you to help personalize your home, while still insuring you get your security deposit back by the end of it.
Living Set the Stage for a Fantastic Fourth of July Party! Grab the sparklers, clean up the grill, and don your red, white and blue! A fourth of July theme barbecue is the perfect way to ring in summer and celebrate. Here are some fun tips for a fun and safe holiday shindig:
Living He Shed She Shed Everyone needs a little “me” space and we believe they both can be rocked by boys and girls alike. Get some peace and quiet amongst all the hectic and crazy that life can be with these personal shed ideas.
Living How to Style Your Bookshelf Whether you have a library full of books or only hold onto a few favorites, a bookshelf is one of those furniture pieces most homes are guaranteed to have, and yet, few have them are properly “styled”. We have some easy DIY tips that will transform your shelves, while still allowing your books to stay center stage.
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Living Outdoor Living Inspiration Can you believe that it’s already the middle of April? Summer is just around the corner and there is no better way to prepare than indulging in some exciting backyard inspiration. This year, turn your backyard or patio into the ultimate hangout. We’re talkin’ friends-never-want-to-leave kind of spot. Here are some ways to make that happen:
Living Here’s Your Spring Maintenance Checklist Now that spring has sprung, let’s clear the cobwebs and get your home ready! Here is our quick guide to spring home maintenance:
Living Join Our #OdeToMyAbode Photo Contest In honor of Valentine’s Day, we invite you to share a pictorial love letter to your home through our #OdeToMyAbode photo contest. Simply upload your photo along with the #OdeToMyAbode hashtag via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or at http://bit.ly/1KBG38Z, and you will be entered to win $500 worth of home improvement services from Porch.com.
Living Who Needs Super Bowl Tickets With These Man Caves? Do you have an unfinished room in your house that you just can’t decide what to do with? Finishing that space not only adds square footage to your home, but value too. With the Super Bowl only days away, you might consider turning that empty room into the ideal spot for watching the big game. The ultimate man caves are a combo of creativity, class, and of course, comfort.
Living Back To The Future: 2015 Home Technology Trends This past weekend in Las Vegas, NV the International CES tradeshow took place. Your inner geek is going to freak out when you see some of the things that were shown.
Living New Year, New Start The New Year is a great time for renewal, and there’s no reason why your home shouldn’t share in this time of rejuvenation. Here are a few ideas to give your home - and your spirits - a lift as you move forward in 2015.
Living Ring in the New Year right! Party inspiration and home décor ideas New Year’s Eve is the one-day each year where you can incorporate as many sparkles and as much confetti as your heart desires. In fact, we’re pretty sure that New Year’s Eve is the quintessential holiday for glitter. Whether your plans involve throwing a party or attending one, here are some creative ideas to consider.
Living Making Memories: Fun holiday traditions for you and your family Start a new holiday tradition your whole family can enjoy! We would love to hear from you. What are your favorite ways to make memories with your loved ones?
Living Preparing Your Home for a Winter Wonderland As they say, winter is coming, and while it is tempting to curl up and hibernate in bed for the next few months, you shouldn't put off these important home maintenance duties.
Living Add Some Sparkle to Your Holidays with Gilded Décor In October we started to see gold amongst our pumpkins, but this fall get ready for all gold everything. From gilded pears to golden leaves, there’s something here for everyone.
Living Trick or Treat: Dress up Your Porch With No-Carve Pumpkins For those of you out there who have older kids or just want to do something different than the typical Halloween jack-o-lantern this year, try a more sophisticated pumpkin. Instead of carving one, paint one. Here are some ideas:
Living Here’s Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Fall is an ideal time to tackle maintenance projects both inside and outside. Here are a few ideas to get you started.