Fireplaces are a wonderful asset in any home, especially this time of year. But when different looks fall out of favor or don’t suit a homeowner’s personal style, they can be an eyesore. These six fireplace makeovers range from a simple change like painting the bricks to a major transformation such as…

Before and After: Six Dramatic Fireplace Makeovers (14 photos)
Before and After: Six Dramatic Fireplace Makeovers (14 photos)
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In this episode of Houzz TV Live, editor Annie Thornton talks with Rick Spence about how to create a festive, welcoming entryway or front porch to carry you through the holiday season. Thornton shares examples of potted evergreens and long-lasting wreaths that add holiday…

How to Create a Festive Entry for the Holiday Season (one photo)
How to Create a Festive Entry for the Holiday Season (one photo)
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The homeowner who uses this bathroom enjoys the design and remodeling process, and she was ready to embark on a full bathroom remodel when she visited The Kitchen Studio’s showroom in West Chester, Pennsylvania. “She has a great appreciation for design and high-functioning spaces,” designer…

Bathroom of the Week: Bright and Airy Design for a Busy Mom (16 photos)
Bathroom of the Week: Bright and Airy Design for a Busy Mom (16 photos)
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As a professional home organizer, a big (and fun) part of my job is finding the right storage solutions for my clients. Storage must be convenient and appropriate, so that items are accessible as well as easy to keep tidy and organized.
Often, the function of the items and the way in which the…

5 Storage Container Materials to Consider for Sustainability (8 photos)
5 Storage Container Materials to Consider for Sustainability (8 photos)
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Maybe it’s because I spent several years living in Texas, but I tend to think bigger is often better. This is especially true when it comes to my kitchen sink. I prefer a wide sink for the ample space it offers for food prep and cleanup. But what about bowl depth? Sure, an extra-deep sink is good for…

How to Choose the Right Depth for Your Kitchen Sink (8 photos)
How to Choose the Right Depth for Your Kitchen Sink (8 photos)
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The Victorian government is spending big on school buildings, social housing, cultural facilities, health and transport infrastructure in its 2020/21 budget.
Funding boon for school building, housing in Victorian budget
Funding boon for school building, housing in Victorian budget
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Research has found that houses with renovations by small-practice architects perform better on the property market.
Architect-led house renovations deliver value for money, study finds
Architect-led house renovations deliver value for money, study finds
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WMK Architecture is leading the design of the campus for The Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children, to be located at Macquarie University.
WMK Architecture designs school for hearing and vision impaired children
WMK Architecture designs school for hearing and vision impaired children
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The long-awaited $400 million WA Museum Boola Bardip has opened, close to a year after the building was completed.
‘Simply spectacular’ WA Museum Boola Bardip opens in Perth
‘Simply spectacular’ WA Museum Boola Bardip opens in Perth
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Many people are making the most of their homes today by finding ways to improve their outdoor living spaces — bringing loungeworthy seating, entertainment elements and cooking and dining into the fresh air. These five makeovers show how a patio can transform the look and feel of a…

Before and After: 5 Patios That Celebrate Outdoor Living (15 photos)
Before and After: 5 Patios That Celebrate Outdoor Living (15 photos)
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