Neanderthals, Denisovans and our ancestors were mixing and mingling a long time ago — and some of our genetics can be traced back to these archaic humans. In Asians, as much as 3% of an individual’s DNA may be Neanderthal. For Europeans, it’s as much as 2%. A new study has found that our ancestors … Read more
A new home décor and gifts store opened its doors early this month in Lincoln. Cindy’s Cottage opened March 1 at 533 Woodlawn Road, offering farmhouse and vintage furniture, clothing and accessories, baby items and more. The store is the brainchild of Cindy Peterman, of Sherman, the longtime owner of two popular Springfield consignment stores, … Read more
Spring is juuuust about here, and we’re already taking mental notes of how to style our homes for the season ahead. We may be a bit biased, but we love *any* excuse to infuse extra color and patterns into our space. Luckily, that’s what this time of year is all about! So we teamed up with Pinterest to get the latest on … Read more
Moving in together can be stressful enough. Here are a few tips to avoid fighting about which rug to buy, artwork to hang and color to paint the walls. By Armina Kasprowicz Whether you’re newly engaged, just married or you’ve simply decided it’s time to take the next step in your relationship, moving in with … Read more
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