budget: Kitchen Remodeling Budget and Design - 07/23/08 03:35 PM
Kitchen remodeling is one of the most popular home improvement projects and is an excellent investment. However, before diving into a large kitchen remodel, carefully consider both budget and design.
When planning your initial kitchen remodel budget, it is useful to allocate 40-50% of your budget for cabinets, 20-30% for appliances, … (0 comments)
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budget: Make a Unique Kitchen Table Out of a Door - 06/18/08 03:46 PM
For a kitchen table that is both eco-friendly and budget-friendly, consider reclaiming a old wooden door. With a bit of imagination, a few tools, and some time, you'll have a sturdy and original custom piece of furniture that will spark both conversations and imaginations.
The first step is to rescue a … (5 comments)
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budget: Tips To Help You Start Your Home Project - 06/10/08 01:07 PM
Envisioning your new home or simply making improvements to your residence can be exciting and challenging. The new lighter shade of paint to go with the handsome leather couch, the mosaic tiles in the bathroom - these ideas can get stuck in the mind and leave you impatient to start and … (0 comments)
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budget: A Bench at the Foot of the Bed - 03/10/08 05:06 PM
A bench at the foot of the bed is a real luxury. You can use it as a step-stool, a storage spot, extra seating, or just a nice detail for a room.
The super-low-slung bench shown in the top image is via Bo Concept. We like the idea of using it … (0 comments)
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budget: Saturday Night Go Karts Party - 03/05/08 12:41 PM
On your mark, get set, go!
Looking for a good way to exhaust that competitive nature? Are you up for some blood pumping adrnealine? I have an activity that will be right up your alley - racing alley...
Saturday night is go kart racing night! You can race your friends, co-workers or significant … (0 comments)
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budget: Dolcezza Will Be Making Parking Even Harder in Bethesda - 03/04/08 12:57 PM
Dolcezza, the charming little gelataria in Washington D.C. will soon be expanding. They will be opening up a second store on Bethesda road in April of 2008. The gelateria will be competing against the already well known and established local frozen delight vendors - Ben & Jerry's, Haagen Dazs, Gifford's and, … (0 comments)
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budget: Food For A Cause - 02/27/08 05:52 PM
On Thursday, March 6th 150 restaurants in the D.C. area will participate in Dining Out for Life, an event where participating restaurants will donate 25-100% of their sales to Food & Friends. Food & Friends is a D.C. area non-profit organization providing daily, home-delivered meals, groceries and nutrition counseling to people living … (0 comments)
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budget: And the Oscar Goes to... - 02/21/08 11:49 AM
With the writer's strike finally over, it is time to celebrate with the 80th Annual Academy Awards. Although D.C. is a long way from the bright lights of Hollywood, that doesn't mean that those inside the Beltway have to be left out of the celebration this Sunday night. Whether you are … (3 comments)
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budget: Green Living: Natural Decor Better For Earth And Your Wallet? - 02/15/08 07:09 PM
by Phoebe Chongchua
Sellers are looking for ways to get the most for their homes and buyers, of course, are looking for the best value. The a flowing floor plan, a spacious layout, a not-so-crowded street, great curb appeal, low HOA or planned community fees, etc. are certainly big influencers for buyers. … (0 comments)
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budget: 5 Ways to Make a Small, Dark Room Feel Larger - 02/13/08 11:23 AM
Apartment Therapy
February 7, 2008
If you live in a small, dark apartment, there are ways to lighten the space and open it up.
In general, light walls make a small room feel larger. This image is from Victor and Soeun's Loft from Small Cool 2007. There are exceptions to this rule: a dark … (3 comments)
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budget: Fairfax Programs Help to Improve House Conditon - 02/08/08 07:03 PM
By Ann Cameron Siegal
Special to The Washington Post Saturday, January 12, 2008; Page F01
Fairfax City is attempting to lessen the move-or-improve quandary that many homeowners face when their residences no longer fit their needs.
Whether residents are expanding their families, aging in place or working from home, several programs … (0 comments)
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budget: All You Can Drink & What You Want To Eat - 02/06/08 04:08 PM
Ardeo has recently begun offering an Unlimited Champagne Brunch to be held on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For just $25.00 you will receive unlimited glasses of Pehu-Simonet and Blanc de Blancs in addition to your choice of an appetizer and entrée or an entrée and dessert.
I am … (2 comments)
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budget: Blogging to Blog - 02/04/08 05:01 PM
If you are reading this blog, you probably have one of your own. If you are in the D.C. area - reading your blog, writing your blog and enjoying the blogs of others has just gotten easier.
The Virginia Wine Showcase has set up a Blogger's Corner where blogging aficionados can … (0 comments)
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budget: Shakespeare & Ramsey - 02/01/08 06:07 PM
Shakespeare at Shockingly Low Prices
For those of you who enjoy a good Shakespeare production - check out the Shakespeare Theatre Company's new 20/10 program. For $10.00, lovers of the bard (under 35) can get tickets for a phenomenally low price. There are some caveats...
1) The theatre only sells 20 pairs of … (0 comments)
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budget: What's Happening This Weekend? - 01/25/08 05:13 PM
Washington D.C. offers a huge array of activities for every age group, all interests and all budgets. This weekend is no exception. If you have the time and desire, try some of the following activities...
Friday, January 25: Start your weekend with some crazy dancing-you won't be able to help yourself when you listen to the Afrofunk … (0 comments)
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budget: Inexpensive Furniture Basics - 01/22/08 06:26 PM
If you need furniture for an empty space or need to update what you have; you may be in luck. There are some affordable options on the market that are not only inexpensive, but they look great and are versatile enough to be used for multiple purposes.
The following items are all under … (0 comments)
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