Home Improvement
Percale vs. Sateen Sheets: What’s the Difference and Which Is Better?
Shopping for the best bed sheets is tricky enough, even if you know you prefer cotton sheets to any other material. But when looking for…
5 Ways to Save on Energy Costs This Summer
While your current thoughts may be vacations and that perfect beach read, summer often brings something less than pleasant: high energy bills. To help, we've…
Europe struggles with new heatwave
Tourists lined up for shade and held up umbrellas in front of Florence's majestic cathedral this week. Street vendors sell fans and straw hats. Locals…
Weekend Reading 7.9.23 | Centennial Style
I'm in Florida this week on a road trip and we're driving from the Gulf Coast to the East Coast to visit some of the…
New job for EVs: Powering homes during blackouts
In early March, strong winds knocked down trees and power lines in the Nashville area, leaving thousands without power. But about 20 miles outside the…
Stories
Interior Designers’ Christmas Tree Decorating Secrets
When we talk about winter festivities, the first thing that comes to mind is the…
How Gilgore Beach Suspect Wields Powers in Brownstone, Brooklyn
On most days, Mr. Hoyleman makes a cultural cosmic leap from his home in Massapequa…
Children’s space: creative painted wall
They are some of the residential developments that are being built in my county, so…
Modular Homes: A Cost-Effective Alternative to Traditional Buildings
With the increasing complexity and expense of traditional home construction, many would-be homeowners are exploring…
The Real Reason Hiring a House Cleaner Made Me Happier and Healthier
When I was a teenager, my bedroom was always a mess. Everything is everywhere, but…
What to do with overnight guests if you don’t have a room
With summer travel in full swing, many of us will be welcoming houseguests in the…
