The laundry is no longer the little room under or at the back of the house that you try to hide. It has become a focal point for modern buyers who want an organized workspace rather than an indoor junkyard of dirty clothes and everyday jetsam that doesn’t have a home elsewhere. As an average…
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Garden fences that divide properties are a reality of life but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring or ugly. You can brighten your border with a variety of approaches. Conventional methods include bamboo screens, vinyl panels and fast-growing vines. Or, you can give your garden an additional splash of color with a lick…
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Necessity is the mother of invention and nothing teaches us how to be clutter-free better than living in a confined space. The lessons learned from organizing tiny spaces are valuable in larger homes, where mess has a larger canvas and can get out of control, making living areas feel smaller than they really are. When…
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Few features warm the hearts of prospective house buyers more than a traditional or restored fireplace. From a purchaser’s perspective, a home simply isn’t complete without a beautifully presented fireplace that retains the style of the original architecture. Whether you have a period or modern home, a fireplace is a major contributor to achieving the…
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A methodical approach is needed for selecting a builder for a remodelling project or new construction project. Word of mouth is far and away the most reliable form of recommendation if you have had no previous experience with a construction company. As an experienced real estate agent, I can give you a great perspective. I…
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Remote work has made home offices increasingly important. Whether you’re working from home full-time, part-time, or just need a dedicated space for personal projects, a well-designed home office can boost your productivity and enhance your work-life balance. As a real estate professional, I’ve noticed that homes with dedicated workspaces are becoming more attractive to buyers.…
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No matter what age your home is, storage is one thing you can never have enough of. Having things neatly put away creates a sense of space in the rest of the house – and that has a direct impact on the value of your home when you come to sell it. Here are 10…
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Say goodbye to formal plantings, structured lines and taming nature. Life in the garden is getting wild. The trend now is creating country-styled gardens as an oasis from city living. There’s an emphasis on embracing the environment and self-sufficiency, as well as creating beautiful and nurturing spaces to recharge, relax and connect with family and…
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You don’t have to be Marie Kondo to keep your home free of clutter. Find 30 minutes every week and you’ll quickly get on top of the situation. Making decluttering a regular habit also has the psychological benefits of feeling lighter and less weighed down. It’s as easy as assessing the value of every item…
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Green is back thanks to interior designers who are embracing eco-fashion. New house designs and renovations are being dominated by a philosophy of embracing the environment and stepping lightly on the planet. Judicious use of indoor plants is blurring the lines between lounge rooms and outdoor entertaining. Soft furnishings of natural fibre are replacing man-made…
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