We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Maybe you’ve got a room that feels like it’s lacking character, no matter how many times you’ve changed up your decor. Perhaps it’s time for something a bit more dramatic. If you love the storied charm of old … Read more
The housing market in Los Angeles, California, can defy comprehension. Last year, home prices in the Los Angeles metro area were up 15.2 percent year-over-year, while prices in Southern California overall rose 15.4 percent, according to a report by Norada Real Estate Investments. So, when Stephanie Wong and her partner, Daniel Watson, found a house they loved, … Read more
Gregory Han Contributor A Los Angeles native, Gregory’s interests fall upon the relationship between design, nature, and technology. His resume includes art director, toy designer, and design writer. Co-author of Poketo’s “Creative Spaces: People, Homes, and Studios to Inspire”, you can find him regularly at Design Milk and the New York Times Wirecutter. Gregory lives … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Tessa, designer, partner Stef, and our sweet pup LaceyLocation: Mount Pleasant neighborhood — Vancouver, Canada Size: Roughly 800 square feetType of Home: Condo apartmentYears lived in: 2 years, renting I found this home as a rental listing … Read more
I entered the world of budget-friendly kitchen remodels this past year when I purchased a home with a closed-off kitchen and the hallmark of early ’90s cabinetry: heavily grained, honey oak cabinets with country cottage detail. It became clear we were going to have to think outside the box to bring it into the 21st … Read more
Studio apartments aren’t exactly the most conducive backdrop for home renovations, whether we’re talking DIY projects that require stripping and sanding or major remodels that turn a home upside down. There’s no guest room to retreat to as you replace the crown molding in your bedroom, or home office to hide in while you rip … Read more
It’s easy to get tunnel vision when thinking about your home renovation. When cabinets are falling apart and the walls are stained, or light fixtures are relics and flooring has seen better days, it can seem like all you need to do is choose a few things to make it better. And how hard can … Read more
It’s not always possible to tick off every home renovation project on your to-do list before moving in — budgets and timelines command the final say for homeowners. But there’s one project that both pros and homeowners agree you should try your very best to get done before moving in: redoing the floors. Floor replacement takes … Read more
When you build a life in a home, complete with four kids, it’s hard to leave the memories. Lauren Risley, real estate expert from HGTV’s second episode of “Call the Closer” calls it “The Anchor Problem” when a client is stuck emotionally in a home that is no longer serving their needs. She convinced Tony, … Read more
Some prospective homeowners just can’t decide on a new place. That’s where real estate expert Lauren Risley of HGTV’s new series “Call the Closer” comes in. During the series premiere on Nov. 8 titled “The Perfectionists”, she isn’t phased at all by a couple with four children who have worked with five agents, but still … Read more