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How to Color-Block With Confidence in the Kitchen

August 13, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-08-02 at 5.00.58 PMMaster the art of color-blocking in your cooking and dining area by following these foolproof design tricks

Color-blocking is a popular fashion trend that has been a firm favorite with designers and fashion lovers over the past several years. Although it’s taken a little longer for the high-impact look to filter down into the interiors world, the technique is now being embraced by many design professionals and home decorators, too, especially in the kitchen, as a way to liven up a neutral scheme and help a space stand out. Take a look at the color-blocking cheat sheet that we’ve compiled for you below.

Filed Under: Appliances, Blog, Home Remodel

15 Creative Kitchen Backsplashes for the Adventurous

August 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-07-28 at 4.05.03 PMConsider using snow skis, mirrors, bottle caps and other unusual materials for your next kitchen backsplash

Not a fan of white subway tile? Don’t fret. Look to custom and DIY options for creative backsplashes that are only limited by your imagination and budget. Of course, you’ll want to take into consideration your cooking habits, too. Those who fancy themselves amateur chefs and tend to have multiple splattering pans going at once might not be keen on a custom photography backsplash. But for the pop-it-in-the-microwave types, the more decorative options might make sense.

Here are 15 adventurous options that you — or your designer — may want to consider for your next kitchen backsplash.

Filed Under: Architecture, Blog, Home Remodel

Can You Spot the TV?

August 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-07-28 at 4.03.05 PMA big round of applause for the cleverly concealed TVs we had to squint to find

Sometimes a room design doesn’t seem to allow for a 60-inch television — maybe it disrupts the aesthetic flow and clean lines the designer worked so hard to achieve. Cue these now-you-see-me, now-you-don’t entertainment systems that blend in with their surroundings so well, they rival chameleons with their camouflage.

Filed Under: Blog, Furniture, Home Remodel

Long-Lasting Roofing Material Works With Many Styles

August 7, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-07-28 at 3.59.49 PMWith their durability and wide range of colors and molded shapes, concrete roof tiles are worth a look

Concrete tile roofs are masters of disguise. From an architectural standpoint, they can play many parts. Molded styles are made to mimic natural clay, slate and shake roofs. Concrete roof tiles are as well, which helps make this material one of the most universally popular roof selections around the world.

Filed Under: Architecture, Blog, Home Care

Cost of Land in the US in the Past 40 Years

August 5, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Have you ever wondered how much it would cost to buy an average piece of land in your state 40 years ago? Click on the map to find out.

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Filed Under: Blog, Economy, real estate financing, Real Estate Investment

King County launches new data driven website

August 4, 2015 By Leave a Comment

A brand new website is available for King County data. Get your property tax information, local demographic information and more. Check it out.

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Filed Under: Blog, Economy, Housing Market, Real Estate, Real Estate Updates, Technology

How to Clean Your Fridge, Inside and Out

August 3, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-07-24 at 12.03.44 PMKeep your refrigerator clean and fresh, while you gain storage space and and lose those ‘UFOs’

Until you find your kitchen invaded by a UFO (Unidentified Foul Odor), it’s easy to take a clean-smelling fridge for granted. But the perks of keeping one of the hardest-working home appliances in top shape go beyond eliminating unwanted “science projects” and unsavory smells.

“There are many reasons a refrigerator needs to be kept clean,” says Meg Roberts, president of housekeeping service Molly Maid. “A clean refrigerator can keep food fresh for a longer period of time. Due to the moisture in the fridge, cross contamination can easily occur, so it’s necessary to take precautions. Plus, a stuffed fridge means some items are hidden away, causing food to go to waste.”

Bottom line: A clean refrigerator not only looks and smells better, it will also function more efficiently and can ultimately save you money. Here’s how.

Filed Under: Appliances, Blog, Home Care

Patio Details: Simple Materials Make for a Sophisticated Space

August 1, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Screen Shot 2015-07-24 at 12.01.15 PMLow water bills and minimal maintenance are just part of the beauty of this handcrafted backyard deck and patio

Using only four materials — stone, wood, concrete and steel — Chris Corbett designed and built a new patio and deck for a backyard in Davis, California, that’s anything but basic. “My philosophy is to use natural, raw materials,” Corbett says. He focused on thoughtful, handcrafted details that not only make this backyard and patio design stand out, but also make it more livable and likely to thrive with little maintenance or attention for years to come.

Filed Under: Blog, Home Remodel
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