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Author: AMurphy
Easy Living Room Updates
Designer: Angela Murphy (with Havenly) As we’ve been staring at our rooms this past year, I wanted to examine another space that gets a lot of use and may need some attention. Our living rooms are where we spend so much of our time and they’ve really had to become multi-functional. We’ve used it to …
Easy Bedroom Updates
It’s been a long year with COVID and snow and if you’re in the Midwest, more snow. We’ve been cooped up in our homes and we need a change! We need to love our spaces again. While for some of us that may mean a remodel or redesign of the space but for others it …
2021 Kitchen Trends
Construction is moving forward this year at a rapid rate and kitchens are becoming a focus as we examine how our homes are functioning. They are no longer just a place to prepare meals; they’ve become our command center, schoolwork stations, and where we hold zoom happy hour. They are an extension of our offices, …
What to Expect with Your Home Remodel
Your drawings are finalized and the design is well underway; you’re ready to start the construction! You’ve prepared yourself and asked all the right questions (if you haven’t already done so read the previous posts with questions to ask both yourself and your contractor). So, what happens after you’ve signed the contract and construction is …
10 Questions to Ask Your Contractor
Hiring the right person to handle your remodeling needs is crucial for a successful process. Be sure to take your time when speaking to potential contractors. You want to be sure they’re a good fit for you and your project. When interviewing contractors there are some important questions that often go overlooked and asking them …
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Home Renovation
It’s 2021 and what better way to bring in the new year than with a home renovation! So many of us put a hold on home projects during this past year of uncertainty and distancing and are ready to make some change this year. Home renovations can be really exciting with the anticipation of a …
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Gifts for Her 2020
2020 Has been a year of adjustments and finding ways to enjoy the little things at home. So for those of us that leave shopping to the last minute (procrastinators unite!) I’ve compiled a shopping list of things that make that stay at home just a little brighter! Full disclosure, these are on my list …
2020 Holiday-Winter Decor
The classic black and white color palette is beautifully timeless and if you’re looking for holiday décor that reminds you of winter and all things cozy you’re going to want to add some of these amazing pieces in your home this season! Whether it is Scandinavian, classic, or modern farmhouse I think we can all …
Dorm Room Essentials
It’s that time of year again! Our little ones who seemed to have turned into adults over night are running off to begin lives of their own. Many will begin their journey in a dorm room. As good parents, we want them to have everything they need and be in an environment that they …