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What You Need to Know About Soapstone Countertops

by Jaime Derringer, Posted Oct 23rd 2009

Soapstone countertops are not as popular as granite or quartz, but they've still got a special spot amongst the countertop options when it comes to your home renovation.

Far-Flung Friday: English Cottage-Style in the Tropics

by Jaime Derringer, Posted Oct 23rd 2009

Madhu Ameer lives in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia but you would think she lives in the English countryside in a quaint cottage! Her condo is decorated in stunning blue and white, inspired by her love for the country cottage style. With pops of duck egg blue and sprinkles of shabby chic, her home is fit for Rachel Ashwell's second coming!

White, Bright and Oh-So-Modern

by Erin Loechner, Posted Oct 22nd 2009

World's Largest Treehouse

by Jaime Derringer, Posted Oct 20th 2009

The world's largest treehouse is hardly a playground for kids. Horace Burgess of Cumberland Country Tennessee, 56, owner and builder of this massive 97-foot treehouse, says that he built it after he had a vision from God. According to Burgess, God said, "If you build me a treehouse, I'll see you never run out of material."

Home Improvements that Increase Home Value and Those that Don't

by Timothy Dahl, Posted Oct 20th 2009

If you're prepping your home to sell or if you just want to boost the long-term value of your property, there are home improvement upgrades that will definitely make a difference. There are others that don't.

Furniture that Glows in the Dark

by Jaime Derringer, Posted Oct 19th 2009

Imagine never bumping your knee or stubbing your toe again in the middle of the night. Have you ever seen furniture that glows in the dark? Believe it or not, this is a new trend that's not so much spooky as it is practical, at least for clumsy people like me. Wouldn't it be cool if your side table was also a nightlight?

Marvin Windows and Doors Hosts Dream Home Contest

by Jaime Derringer, Posted Oct 15th 2009

You've probably already heard of Marvin Windows and Doors, but have you seen the results of their contest, the myMarvin Architect's Challenge?

Stop Pining Over the Rooms in Your Favorite Catalogs -- They're Not Realistic

by Erin Loechner, Posted Oct 14th 2009

Sure, it's a lovely home office -- in theory. But really? That chair? Ouch! And wine by the laptop? Clearly this stylist has no cats...