How to Make Your Home Inviting


September 29, 2017

When it comes to hosting guests or extended family in your home, your priority would be to have them feel truly welcome and comfortable in your space. One way of doing that is allowing your home to do the talking: in other words, by coordinating various aspects of your home design to create a beautiful, inviting space that will leave a lasting impression with your guests, making them eager to visit again.

 

When it comes to hosting guests or extended family in your home, your priority would be to have them feel truly welcome and comfortable in your space. One way of doing that is allowing your home to do the talking: in other word...

Give Your Home some Love: Fall Property Maintenance


September 27, 2017

Fall’s here! This means it’s time to ensure that your home is well prepared for the months to come, and it really should be since winter promises to be cooler than usual this year. So, to help you get started on your winter prep, here’s a handy fall property maintenance checklist of things you need to do.

Fall’s here! This means it’s time to ensure that your home is well prepared for the months to come, and it really should be since winter promi...

The Case For (and Against) the Open Plan Kitchen


September 22, 2017

In the course of the evolution of the modern kitchen, it has gone from being a secluded utilitarian room that was used exclusively for cooking to a room with immediate access to both living and dining spaces. The open plan design has its roots in the concept of “cocooning”, a term which refers to a desire to retreat into a safe, cozy space to escape the daily grind of life.

In the course of the evolution of the modern kitchen, it has gone from being a secluded utilitarian room that was used exclusively for cooking to a room with immediate access to both living and dining spaces. The open plan desi...

10 Reasons Why You Should Be Living in SoCal


September 20, 2017

 

As winter’s icy tendrils begin to creep in on the rest of the United States, a perpetual sunniness pervades the climes of Southern California. However, there’s more to Sunny SoCal than the gorgeous year-round weather that makes it a choice place to live in.

As winter’s icy tendrils begin to creep in on the rest of the United States, a perpetual sunniness pervades the climes of Southern California. However, there’s more to Sunny SoCal than the gorgeous year-round wea...

10 Interior Design Trends That Today’s Homeowners Love


September 15, 2017

Interior decorating isn’t just about making your home look beautiful: it’s about creating a space that gives you a sense of relaxation, organization and comfort. Interior design is about finding the best elements, from the color theme, lighting and decorations, and blending them in a perfect harmony that positively influences your mood, productivity, attitude and energy levels.

Interior decorating isn’t just about making your home look beautiful: it’s about creating a space that gives you a sense of relaxation, organization and comfort. Interior design is about finding the best elements, from the colo...

The Many Advantages of California Beachfront Living


September 13, 2017

One might think sand dragged in the house, salty air and humidity are not great arguments in favor of beachfront living. Then, you visit a property that offers miles of beach, splendid views and start visualizing what a home that would be.

One might think sand dragged in the house, salty air and humidity are not great arguments in favor of beachfront living. Then, you visit a property that offers miles of beach, splendid views and start visualizing what a home th...

4 Breathtaking Waterfront Homes in Newport Beach


September 8, 2017

Newport Beach, which lies in the coastal center of Orange County, is your quintessential SoCal beach city. This town is known as an eclectic mix of fun-filled beach life and high-end lifestyles characterized by yacht-lined harbors and ocean-front luxury mansions.

Newport Beach, which lies in the coastal center of Orange County, is your quintessential SoCal beach city. This town is known as an eclectic mix of fun-filled beach life and high-end lifestyles characterized by yacht-lined harb...

How Hotels in San Diego are Cozying Up Their Outdoor Spaces


September 6, 2017

In a previous article, we talked about how outdoor spaces can be turned into extensions of your living spaces. Outdoor living trends have been on the uptick over these past few years, and homeowners aren’t the only ones who are recognizing the value of beautiful patio set-ups.

In a previous article, ...

Remodeling in California, the Land of Opportunity


September 1, 2017

Home remodeling in California is the best way to lock extra value away securely in our homes. This is particularly relevant if we have an older home that may not take full advantage of its location.

Home remodeling in California is the best way to lock extra value away securely in our homes. This is particularly relevant if we have an older home that may not take full advantage of its location.

Inspiration: Dream Master Suite Design


August 30, 2017

Your master suite is your sanctuary from the world outside: it’s where you shed the cares of the day’s stress, to wind down and wake up energized to face the new day. It’s also where you and your partner can spend time alone together, away from the rest of your family. Your master bedroom should evoke a sense of peace, tranquility and privacy.

Your master suite is your sanctuary from the world outside: it’s where you shed the cares of the day’s stress, to wind down and wake up energized to face the new day. It’s also where you and your partner can spend time alone to...