Windermere Blog | Category: Living

March 21, 2018

Artfully Organizing Your Bookshelf

Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin

When it comes to organizing a bookshelf, there are a multitude of directions you can go. For example, a simple Pinterest search will turn up endless results of bookshelves stylishly organized by color, but what if that entails separating books from within a series? For some of us, that’s like separating our children. Ultimately, how you organize your bookshelf is a personal choice based on...
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March 19, 2018

12 Tips for Making Your Bedroom Cozier

Posted in Living by Kenady Swan

At the end of a long day, your bedroom should be a sanctuary of comfort that welcomes you in. But, as a room that guests rarely see and in which homeowners spend most of their time with their eyes closed, its upkeep frequently gets pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. Thankfully, there are some little design tricks that can make a big difference.
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March 12, 2018

A Home Addition: What to Consider Before Starting to Build

Posted in Selling, Living, and Architecture by Kenady Swan

Adding on to your current home may be your best bet if you’re short on space, but you don’t want to move or can’t find another house in the area with all the qualities you’re seeking. It’s also an attractive option if the house you have is lacking just one significant element (a family room, another bedroom, a larger kitchen, a separate apartment, etc.).
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March 07, 2018

Myths and Truths About Millennial Home Buyers

Posted in Buying and Living by Zacarias Dumas

In recent years there has been a lot written about millennial's and their impact on the housing market. Because of this there are also a lot of misconceptions about what this generation wants from a home. To start, it’s important to know that there are more than 71 millennial's, which are defined as those aged 22-37.
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March 05, 2018

Gardening Trends For 2018

Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin

Outdoor living during the spring and summer months is extremely popular. Months of cold, wet winters are followed by glorious spring colors and warm summer days of vivid blue skies. In this post, we thought that now would be the best time to share some pretty garden trends for 2018.
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February 26, 2018

February Home Maintenance Checklist

Posted in Long & Foster and Living by Suzanne Whitenight Pilcher

It’s February – winter’s not over yet, but spring is right around the corner. If you have cabin fever from being inside, cleaning and freshening up your house can help you get through this last month of winter and be ready to get outside when spring arrives. Once you check these items off your to-do list, you’ll be able to relax by the fire with a good book and enjoy the last few weeks of winter.
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February 16, 2018

5 Creative Ways to Dress Up a Ceiling

Posted in Houzz.com and Living by Yanic Simard

A crisp white ceiling is a classic look, but it's not the only option for making a room look polished. Here are a few other design considerations to bring some personality to your ceiling. The sky is the limit when it comes to the amount of creativity and beautiful layering you can put into creating a decorative statement on the ceiling. But before we discuss the many stylish or unusual...
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February 13, 2018

8 Laundry Room Updates to Fit Any Budget

Posted in Houzz.com and Living by Laura Gaskill

Hoping to transform your tired laundry room into a sparkling clean, efficiently working space, but without the major costs of a full remodel? By not changing the layout or adding square feet, you can bring costs down while still making meaningful changes to your space. Use this guide to help you decide what to prioritize and what to put on the back burner, and give your laundry room an update...
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February 09, 2018

Decorating Your Home in Ultra Violet: Pantone Color of The Year 2018

Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin

Each year, design pros eagerly await the Color of the Year announcement from the experts at Pantone®. No matter what the hue, it’s always sure to make a splash—and home goods are no exception. From appliances and décor to tile and paint, manufacturers will start rolling out options to match (and complement) the Pantone Color of the Year.
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January 31, 2018

Affordable Tips To Up Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Posted in Living and Windermere by Kenady Swan

You’ll never have a second chance at a first impression, so let’s make it count! When it comes to upping your home’s curb appeal, there are plenty of small changes you can make that have a big impact. And best of all, you don’t need to call in the pros or spend a fortune to get beautiful results. Below are some helpful and affordable tips.
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