http://www.remodeling.hw.net/cost-vs-value/2014/trends
Lighting
Kitchen Coolness
Simply love how the lights detract from the tall ceilings. This kitchen is extremely well done. I love architecture and design. I am a big fan of “you get what you pay for” in a quality home.
Shower trends……
The Home Office is becoming more important….
http://www.hgtv.com/specialty-rooms/10-tips-for-designing-your-home-office/index.html
Critical to have an office that is functional, clean, and mostly, let’s you be efficient and effective while working from home.
Cool walls, yet very different…….
Love the concrete wall on a more modern home. Also a bit more sustainable. The wall in the other photo is very different from what I have seen. This lady is a very in demand designer in Chicago. Homes are fun.
Solar panels are the equivalent of planting 88 trees per year.
http://freshome.com/2014/08/13/10-tips-for-saving-money-on-your-electricity-bill/
Really enjoyed this article about how to make our homes greener homes and smarter homes. Some of these are costly to implement while the others are extremely simple. The United States has about 330 million people, so if everyone starts making small changes we can really make a difference. Having a green home is a smart long term investment. Help me make a difference.
If you cannot tell, lighting is important to me…..
Outdoor spaces becoming almost as important as indoor living…
Restoration Hardware – A Great Resource
Lighting is so important to your home – inside and out
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