We all seek remedies from time to time. Whether it’s from work, family, or society at large, stress can come from each and every corner of our lives, impacting our mental and physical health. The world we live in is flooded with hustle, chaos, and disaster. And yet, we tend to forget that anything can …..
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Modern Cubicles Supercharge Monotasking
For those who are ready to return to the office, now is the perfect time to brush up on some good old productivity habits. There is no doubt that working from home is incredible. The flexibility, autonomy, and, most of all, privacy, is unparalleled by any other work setup. But you don’t have to give …..
Read MoreFaux Plants And Synthetic Turf
Whether it’s the banana leaf palm, ficus tree, alocasia tree, or magnolia hanger, urban jungle aesthetics have dominated our mood boards and social media feeds. But that picturesque ideal isn’t attainable for many. With the ultimate shortage in the modern world being time, it doesn’t take that long for one to come to terms with …..
Read MoreForced Renovations
I recently had my mother-in-law visiting for the first time in years and both of us were very excited to take her through some of the updates we’ve done around the house in the meantime. She clucked approvingly as I showed her the newly redone bathroom, kitchen, living room, and outdoor poolside lounge. “So, what …..
Read MoreA Renovation Nightmare: Damaged In Transit
We’re proud to say that in all the years of renovating, landscaping, and remodeling, we’ve always been on time and under budget. However, our latest interior renovation for a client was a nightmare—and I’m not making excuses when I say that it had nothing to do with us. A lot has happened in recent years …..
Read MoreTrouble In Paradise
During a recent staging for a home that I was helping to sell, I made a near-fatal mistake. The owner of the home had a rather…unique sense of decor and wanted to retain it throughout the selling process, believing it would help show off the building’s positive points. The decor incorporated a strange mix of …..
Read MoreAlways Chasing Waterfalls
During a lunch with some associates recently, we began discussing what made the difference between a good yard and a great yard. While they brought up pools, lighting, hardscapes, and landscaping, I still remain convinced that my answer was the right one: water features! This probably has more to do with personal taste than anything. …..
Read MoreKeep Your Home Heated and Healthy
For those who love warm weather or live in a sunny region, it is important to understand what your home needs when it comes to regular care and maintenance. Humidity Management Humidity is the amount of moisture in the air. Humidity levels that are too low can make the air feel dry and uncomfortable. Humidity …..
Read MoreLittle House Of Horrors
If you’re scared of creepy crawlies and vermin of any kind, contractor work is probably not for you. We all have stories of breaking through a wall only to have a cloud of insects swarm us or discover some huge nest of rats or mice. I’ve never had much of a problem with pests and …..
Read MoreHumanizing Office Work
“The Office” is an award-winning mockumentary sitcom that follows the lives of employees who work at a paper company in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The characters are a seemingly disjointed group of individuals whose lives intersect through conflict, love, and ultimately, friendship. While the actual jobs of the characters look like drudgery, the show is anything but …..
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