Whirlpool introduced this smart refrigerator in a color called sunset bronze at this year’s CES in Las Vegas. Chris Monroe/CNET It’s a risky move to buy a suite of internet-connected kitchen appliances. First, there’s the thousands of dollars you’ll need to drop. Then, you have to consider the lifespan of an oven, fridge or dishwasher. You … Read more
Almost everyone has rented an apartment at some point in their lives, so you know that the existing bathroom tile is nearly always underwhelming. It’s either damaged, stained, cracked, or just a funky color that screams ’80s or ’90s purchase. But it functions, so you deal with it. OR, you upgrade it with this genius DIY we … Read more
In the third part of our blog series on creating attractive effects using energy efficient lighting with designer Graham Festenstein, we move on to the kitchen and dining area. It’s a focal point of many homes, and one where task lighting understandably can take precedence over general room ambience. Focus on surfaces In previous blogs, he’s explained that … Read more
Analysis Global mega-insurers Allianz and Aon have just given IT buyers and the security industry plenty to ponder by cooking up a deal with Apple and Cisco that makes users of those companies’ kit eligible for a special class of cyber insurance. Part of the new deal is business as usual, as it will see “Aon … Read more
When the rest of your home gets a makeover often, why should your bathroom be neglected? Here’s how you can upgrade your bathroom without burning a hole in your pocket. Containers: Add colour to your bathroom by keeping colourful dispensers for shower gels, shampoos, bathoils and body mists. These look great as a display too. 2/7 … Read more
HIGHLIGHTS CES 2018 is the biggest annual tech conference of the world. CES is being held in Las Vegas from 9th to 12th January 2018. Kitchen appliances with smart technology are being showcased at CES. The world’s biggest conference for consumer technology CES 2018 is going on in Las Vegas right now and there are … Read more
People can spend a great deal of time in the bathroom. The average Brit spends three hours and nine minutes sitting on the throne every week, according to research carried out by UKactive, a non-profit organisation. That doesn’t factor in the time they spend in the bath or shower or just getting away from it … Read more
Every home has a distinctive décor style. Here are top ten décor styles that are popular around the world. Does your home have one décor style or a mix or two or more? Read on and decide. Modern: A house that is all clean, sleek lines, airy and lacking in clutter is a modern home. There’s … Read more
Corrections & Clarifications: An earlier version of this story misstated Malcolm Smith’s former occupation. He worked in tech sales. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. — Ryan and Cheryl Marcus took a leap of faith this summer to live a smaller, simpler life. They downsized their belongings, left behind their spacious two-bedroom rental apartment, and on their own built a 240-square-foot, Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired … Read more
Looking to spruce up the inside and outside of your home, well we have the place for you. Whether it’s holiday, floral, baskets, vases, containers, wall decor, mirrors, garden accessories, trees and floor plants or any other home accents, Val’s Home Decor, has exactly what you are looking for. Val’s Home Décor is in Carrollwood at … Read more