Oct 13th 2010 12:31PM
Of all the home improvement projects Hyedi Cribben and her boyfriend had on their to-do list, building a patio was one project they were looking forward to completing so that they could it enjoy it during the summer months. So why then did they get started in the fall? "No one likes to do that kind of work in hot... Continue Reading »
Jul 23rd 2010 11:36AM
Ed and Barbara Garahan loved the backyard of their 1960s home in a north Dallas suburb, with its creeks and mature trees. But after 15 years, the deck was deteriorating. And with the kids grown and gone, it was time for a change. "We wanted to make it a visually appealing place, with enough room for family reunions," says... Continue Reading »
Jun 24th 2010 12:41PM
A patio for a cat? Yes, that's a "catio." And with apartment space at a premium it may seem strange to dedicate part of it exclusively to your cat. But, if you love cats, you understand why so many owners happily provide the space. The New York Times recently featured these feline-coddling people who share their limited... Continue Reading »
Jan 21st 2010 6:59PM
Love them or hate them, IKEA is embraced by apartment dwellers all over the globe. What other superstore inspires a fun widget to turn your name into an IKEA furniture name? Or inspired others to dedicate hours of study to determine the naming convention of furniture categories? But, one-Klippan-does-not-fit-all. For... Continue Reading »
Dec 10th 2009 8:00AM
Consult the crystal ball: landlords are scrambling to read your mind to know what amenities will attract you and keep you in their building. As the competition increases, so do the perks. At least in theory. The New York Times featured a story about apartment amenities that sound good in theory but in practice, well, they... Continue Reading »
