When updating our homes, we pay much attention to kitchen countertops and fixtures. But rarely do we consider the transformative effect that creative lighting can have on a home. “It’s amazing what good lighting can do,” notes a recent Washington Post article. “Besides making you look more attractive, it can be energizing, relaxing or simply […]

Spring is in full bloom, and that means excitement is high among Denver gardeners, who are busy studying seed catalogs and envisioning a yard worthy of House Beautiful.    by  Aureusbay  If you’re among this group, it’s time to think of the big picture: Sure, you can add a plant here and a bush there, but […]

Somehow, we never have enough space. Drawers, closets, storage rooms, garages…no matter how plentiful these spaces are, we manage to fill them to overflowing faster than we can say, “Now where did I put that …?” How can we maximize the space we have? Home Edition offers some tips: Give every item a home: If […]

Heads up, homeowners: As of April 16, if your water heater fails, you may be faced with a costly replacement. This month, new federal regulations kick in, mandating that newly manufactured water heaters meet more stringent energy efficiency standards. The good news is that the change is expected to result in approximately $63 billion in […]

Sure, it can keep your vegetables crisp, your milk cold and your eggs fresh – but that’s so yesterday. Coming soon in a kitchen near you: a refrigerator that can do all of the above – and brew you a cup of coffee, to boot.    by  mhaithaca  It’s all thanks to Christien Aristakian, a Florida […]

Bathrooms come in all shapes and sizes and colors. There are some really gorgeous spa-like bathrooms where owners go to feel pampered with jet tubs, gorgeous tilework, and plush amenities like heated floors and towel racks.    by  emily @ go haus go  On the other end, there are some truly outdated rooms that are in […]

Consider the common oven: In most kitchens, it’s a workhorse rather than a glamour girl. It takes messy spills and searing temperatures in stride, and keeps on performing. But ovens, like any other appliance, aren’t built to last forever. If not cared for properly, they are vulnerable to an early demise. Recently, Angie’s List magazine […]

You’ve heard that lead paint can lead to neurological damage in young children. But surely this isn’t a danger in your home — or is it? According to Angie’s List magazine, nearly 38 million homes in the U.S. – or 40% of the residential housing stock in the country – contain lead-based paint. Homes built […]

When a couple makes a decision to expand their family and have a child, their whole world changes as they embark upon bringing a new little human being into the world. Along with the joy of raising a child, there are a lot of initial steps that take planning and preparation. One thing that we […]

Consider yourself a coffee snob? Well, if you’re reading this and you live in Denver, a new study would agree. Redfin and Foursqaure rated Denver as the 5th best city for coffee snobs, coming in just behind Boulder at 3rd place. This is great news for coffee fans because it means that our city offers […]

Being in an industry where you see people move houses all the time, we have heard many stories and learned countless lessons of what to do and also what NOT to do. If you’re just starting the packing process, check out this helpful list we compiled on an earlier blog to get everything organized and […]

With summer behind us and winter ahead, there’s no time like the present to ready your home for some serious nesting. But what should you attend to first? Here’s a checklist of ways to get organized and make your home safe for the coming months, from Home Edition: Inspect your roof: Summer storms can damage […]

Are you happy with your home insurance policy and what it covers? Do you even think about it? While you hopefully don’t – because that means you haven’t had any issues – it is extremely beneficial to review what your policy does and doesn’t cover to make sure you are prepared in case of an […]