Like most real estate agents these days, Lori McGuire has had to step it up a bit to get buyers to sign a contract. A Realtor in Orange County, Calif., McGuire is working with three different builders in Covenant Hills, a gated community in the master planned development of Ladera Ranch. Prices star...
DESIGNER DEBRA TONEY DESCRIBES the exterior elevation style of this Denver spec home as Asian-influenced Arts and Crafts. It's an aesthetic that clearly set the stage for a succession of serene, zen-like interiors. The professional-grade kitchen, for example, is a study in restraint, eschewing bold ...
IS IT RETRO? IS IT CONTEMPORARY? This heavenly, 340-square-foot master bath defies any one label, proving that eclecticism can be stunning when its done right. “The entire house was designed to resemble a farmhouse that evolved over time, so mixing different elements and genres in the bath felt appr...
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You can always count on the wet areas of a home to serve as laboratories for experimentation and as harbingers of what's hot in residential design. Clean lines and contemporary finishes continued to make inroads in this year's Watermark Awards, even in homes whose exteriors ring traditional.
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A great kitchen has many important elements, including cool appliances, hardworking countertops, and an attractive yet durable floor to withstand abuse. But don't kid yourself: All of these things come second to the element that really anchors the kitchen—the cabinets.
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This month's top shelf products include the high-end bathroom suite by Troy Adams Design, screws from Trufast that eliminate the need for pre-drilling in wood, and thicker countertops from Eos Solid Surface.
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The kitchen and bath are radically different spaces than they were 20 years ago, says Suzie Williford, the 2007 vice president of the National Kitchen & Bath Association. As a result, products for these spaces are radically different as well. The spaces still perform their normal functions, but now ...
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The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) may be half the size of the International Builders' Show-in attendees, exhibit space, and in the sheer number of exhibitors, but for a products editor it is not any easier to cover. Why? Because the concentration of cool stuff to see at KBIS is staggering.
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Almost 35,000 tile and stone industry professionals and 1,200 manufacturers, dealers, installers have descended on the Windy City to get an interactive glimpse of all the latest product and technology developments associated with tile. Coverings--essentially, Fashion Week for the tile set--is where ...
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Almost 35,000 tile and stone industry professionals and 1,200 manufacturers, dealers, installers have descended on the Windy City to get an interactive glimpse of all the latest product and technology developments associated with tile. Coverings--essentially, Fashion Week for the tile set--is where ...
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If you were among the many visitors at this year's International Builders' Show in February, there is one question you should have been asking yourself: What's next for the major appliances category?
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Despite the housing slowdown, size, features, and high-end products in the bath (and the kitchen) are still important to consumers, reports the American Institute of Architects. This means that you can't skimp on the swank.
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One priority is maintaining the growth of the sizzling grilling segment. "With state-of-art grills, the latest technology, and must-have accessories, manufacturers are bringing a whole new meaning to grilling," says Leslie Wheeler, director of communications for the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Associat...
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Kitchens and baths sell more houses than any other space in the home. They are also, perhaps, the subject of more home shows than any other area in the house (except maybe the garden). What you put in the kitchen and bath, then, is extremely important. So how can you know what's hot and what buyers ...
A synchronous house would not be complete without recharging areas for body and soul. This home's five bedrooms and 5 ½ baths satisfy that human need without skipping a beat—and that means nurturing not only physical, but also emotional needs for comfort and repose.
Of course, a harmonious existence cannot be achieved solely through technology. Enlightened homeowners will attest that a thoughtful floor plan can also work wonders—particularly when it comes to alleviating traffic congestion, minimizing trips up and down stairs, and aggregating utility space to fa...
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It's all about moving up at Veranda, in the master planned community of Morningstar Ranch. Buyers include those moving up from within Riverside County as well as folks from San Diego and Los Angeles counties who want to move up in their quality of home without having to hit the stratosphere when it ...
Like a tree house set in the limbs of a mature oak in the neighborhood, the master suite that occupies the entire second level of the home is a true getaway.
Like the street-level retail and small professional offices provided under the condos sprouting up around Lake Eola, the home's main floor offers occasional and functional spaces for the household.
Considering your financial commitment, it's understandable that you prefer building with conventional construction methods and familiar materials. Working with tried-and-true systems brings certain assurances, but an unexpected product in the right application can help set your houses apart from the...