Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Keep the Space Under Your Stairs Performing for You

    If you’re searching for a bit more storage in your home you may want to consider putting the space under your stairs to work. This spot in the house may be the prime location to add shelving, cabinetry, or customized storage. Our favorite ways to use this space include:

    Contemporary Staircase by Los Angeles Interior Designers & Decorators ACRE Goods + Services via Houzz
    • Adding open shelving- Open shelving can be added to any space and within any dimensions. Before you finalize the shelving installation make sure you determine exactly what you plan to store to make sure the dimensions are accurate.
    Keep the Space Under Your Stairs Performing for You
    Beach Style Staircase by Chicago Interior Designers & Decorators Tom Stringer Design Partners via Houzz
    • Installing pull-out cabinets- Rolling cabinets will add plenty of storage space while still maintaining a sleek appearance. Consider adding pull-out cabinets designed for shoe storage, winter coats, or pet essentials.
    Keep the Space Under Your Stairs Performing for You
    Traditional Home Office by Toronto Photographers Leslie Goodwin Photography via Houzz
    • Creating a mini-study- A narrow desk fits perfectly under many staircases. You can put this space to even better use by creating a technology hub for the entire family. Place your wi-fi router, printer, and a mobile charging station under the stairs to keep all of your technology needs in one space.

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  • Being Prepared: Are Your Home and Family Ready for a Super Storm?

    Summer brings with it long days, vacations, ice cream cones… and storms.  Summer thunderstorms are common this time of year, and most of them are nothing to worry about.  However, summer is also hurricane season and, as we learned last year, the northeastern coast is not immune to the damaging effects of these super storms….

  • Remodeling Ideas That’ll Make Your Home Feel Bigger

    Gaining more living space in your home is not always about increasing the actual square-footage. Often times, remodeling a room so that it can serve double duty can effectively make your home seem a lot bigger and more functional. Here are some suggestions for remodeling your home to appear larger without actually adding on to…

  • The Benefits of a New Custom Home vs an Existing Home

    When searching for a new home, one of the earliest questions you need to answer is whether you want to buy an existing home or build a custom home.  Both have their benefits, but in many cases the benefits of custom building outweigh those of buying an existing home. When you search for existing homes,…

  • Has Marble in the Home Lost Its Luster?

    The use of marble in the home is a centuries old tradition. It’s beauty in the kitchen, bathroom and as floors or walls cannot be denied. But times do change. Once a sign of affluence, the allure of this natural stone has decreased dramatically as it has found its way into a high percentage of…