upgrades: Kids in the Kitchen
- 10/26/08 08:54 AM
I love to cook, and that is something that I can share with my children! They love helping me chop, stir, whip and bake to make a one-of-a-kind edible creation. It is fairly simple to incorporate ideas to make your kitchen kid-friendly, whether you are starting from scratch with new construction, remodeling, or just making a few changes to your existiing kitchen. Keep some storage shelves low for kid's snacks so they can help themselves. If low storage is not an option, keep a sturdy stool close by for safer climbing. For new construction or remodeling projects, consider choosing rounded edge (0 comments)
upgrades: The 80's called...
- 08/17/08 03:39 PM
...and they want their houses back. The 80's were some of the best times of my life. But for some reason, that doesn't translate well in houses. Anything evoking the spirit of the 80's is frowned upon in today's homes. My mom owned a Decorating Den franchise in the 80's, so we had every imaginable decorating trend. Thank goodness we sold that home in the 90's! Fun 80's home trends include: Wallpaper jacuzzis bug zappers white "Eurostyle" cabinetry microwave ovens light-colored wood white walls beige carpeting high-tech entertainment centers oversized vases and flowers Oriental themes futon & papasan (0 comments)