A free-standing tub visually occupies less space, making it ideal for a compact layout. (Courtesy of www.vandabath.com) KATE DAVIDSON, Special to Postmedia News As condos and compact homes become the new normal, bathrooms have taken a hit in square footage. But we’ve all heard the saying, “good things come in small packages,” right? As … Read more
Simon Cohen/Digital Trends Consumers spend a ton of money every year in search of a better TV viewing experience. We go all-in on 4K, on HDR, on bigger and better screens, and on more immersive sound. Top that off with our growing list of subscriptions to companies like Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu, and our obsession with in-home video … Read more
Switch Made, a leader in providing efficient lighting solutions, is setting a benchmark in driving sustainability in the education sector, having provided the eco-friendly campus of Swiss International Scientific School (SISD) in Dubai with energy-efficient LED lighting solutions. The use of these lighting solutions underlines SISD’s credentials as the first low-energy building in the Middle … Read more
SOMERSET, N.J., March 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Philips Lighting (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the first products in its highly anticipated Philips Hue outdoor range, available for purchase this summer in the United States. Consumers can extend their Philips Hue smart lighting experience to any outdoor area, from the driveway and the front door to … Read more
There are no wrong ways to select an interior style when the one you choose is right for you. Creators Are you more cool contemporary, shabby chic or traditional with a twist? Trying to define who we are within the vast world of interior decor can be mind-boggling. Once upon a time, it used to … Read more
HOME – Antiques Emporium St. Louis By Julia Cain Emporium St. Louis holds its title as best antiques store for another year! Emporium St. Louis has a history of success, with 2015 and 2017 Platinum List awards already in the bag, as well as a 2016 runner-up citation, so its 2018 championship should come … Read more
As homeowners look for ways to refresh their spaces, Scandinavian style has become ever more prominent and popular among designers and interior decor experts. The clean, modern, minimalist aesthetic shows up in interiors and exteriors, from streamlined furniture to low-maintenance landscaping. Here’s how to achieve a Nordic look in your own home: Perhaps the most … Read more
The cast of Modern Family is saying #NeverAgain to gun violence in America. In an exclusive PSA for Everytown for Gun Safety, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Nolan Gould, Sarah Hyland, Ed O’Neill, Sofia Vergara and Ariel Wintercome together to stand with the survivors of the Feb. 14 shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. “We sent our condolences and support to the students of Parkland,” Ferguson, … Read more
Since August 2009, the Garden project has served as a full production urban farm and the cornerstone of our Nutrition Education Program. In 2010, the one-acre site produced 20,000 lbs of fresh produce including watermelon, cantaloupe, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, beans, and many herbs. Have your own garden? Please consider “Plant a Row for the … Read more
Honeywell is tapping into the trends of increased automation and the use of voice technology with the launch of its latest thermostat for the hospitality industry. The Inncom e7 Thermostat has Amazon Alexa integration, so guests can control room temperature, lighting, drapery and amenities services simply by talking. “The e7 is the first enterprise-grade voice-ready … Read more