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Quick tips to make your small home seem bigger

Most of us don’t live in a big home, but that doesn’t mean that you should give up and accept the small living space. No one likes feeling cramped; we want our tiny rooms to at least feel huge. To help on that front, here are some quick tips for making an area appear bigger than it actually is. Show some floor space. The more floor visible, the better, and that’s according to most designers. You can start with this by getting chairs, tables, and other furnishings with skinny legs. Don’t

5 Ways to Make your Small Kitchen Look Bigger

The kitchen in the one room in the house where functionality and practicality rule, and if space is limited, it can make things a little cramped. Any well-designed kitchen would be laid out with function in mind, and the more space you have to work with, the easier it is. If your kitchen is lacking in the space category, here are a few ideas to create a feeling of spaciousness.   Use Low Contrast Colours – If you can stick to the same colour family with a little variation, this

Sprinkler, Sub and Surface – Which Irrigation Methods Work Best for Your Yard?

Different environments require different irrigation methods to enable the flora and the fauna that visits it to not only survive, but thrive throughout the year and provide the homeowner with a wonderful garden and view to enjoy. A reticulated irrigation system is generally the best choice for most gardens, but that depends on a number of factors, including the size of the garden, the type of grass used for the lawn, and the plant species that have been planted. In some cases, a garden may

Coupons for Good: 4 Themes for Your Child’s Room

Kids’ rooms are some of the most fun areas of the house to decorate. There is no need to be serious or formal; you can let your imagination fly in these spaces. That means you can take a slightly different approach. In most rooms, you would begin by choosing a color palette and a style, such as mid-century modern, formal, or French provincial. In a child’s space, however, you can incorporate a sense of whimsy by choosing a theme to decorate around. Here are some creative ideas to get you started. Garden