by Marty Rosenzweig | Apr 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last month, as the coronavirus pandemic began affecting businesses across the nation, Congress and the president approved the CARES Act to help small businesses — including self-employed design and remodeling pros. But at first the rules for self-employed people...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Apr 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Here is a guide to the five indicators that the period of AD (After Disease) is abating, and the era of AB (America is Back) is emerging.1. Flattened CurveThe first, and in fact, a prerequisite event that will indicate that the economy will come out of this tunnel is...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Mar 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
1. Upgrade your lighting You’ll need good light since you’ll be inside for a while, so consider replacing old bulbs in your living room lamps with energy-efficient LED bulbs, suggests Ana Cummings of the eponymous design firm. LED bulbs have a...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Mar 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Maybe you dream of baking wood-fired pizzas in a Mediterranean-style backyard. Perhaps you want to lounge by a sleek modern pool or sip wine under an old-world-style pergola covered in roses. Whatever your outdoor ideal, you can ensure that your patio fits your style...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Mar 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many new tile products in 2020 feature geometric and floral patterns, a continuing trend. And recent overall design trends like dark walls, muted tones and the color blue have made their way into tile design. “We are seeing lots of large-format tiles. They offer a...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Older homes have plenty of charm, but they also have their inconveniences: drafts, slanting floors, closed-in kitchens, and tiny bathrooms. The way we live now is just different. So if you’re considering updating an older home to incorporate modern comforts,...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Feb 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
One in 10 homeowners remodeling a kitchen upgrades electronics as part of the project, and among this group nearly one-third include a home assistant such as Amazon Alexa or Google Home, according to the 2020 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. Noon Home Home...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Feb 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hardwood Is the No. 1 Flooring Choice Natural hardwood is the top choice (29%) among homeowners upgrading flooring as part of their kitchen renovation, followed by ceramic or porcelain tile (23%) and vinyl or resilient flooring (14%). This is a reversal from last...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Jan 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
1. Beige and Neutral Shades Neutral tones are no longer there just to play up more daring colors: They now take the starring role in decorative palettes. This year we’ll see them on walls and furniture, energizing the final result with darker accessories or smaller...
by Marty Rosenzweig | Jan 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Homeowners often add or upgrade an island as part of a kitchen renovation, choosing features that make the island both stylish and functional. Cabinet styles, countertops and colors that differ from the rest of the kitchen are commonly used on the island, according to...
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