Posts with tag 'Home Improvement'

St. Louis gives you a real outdoor season, not just a few weeks of it. Mild falls, spectacular springs, and long summer evenings mean a well-designed backyard gets used. If you're exploring St. Louis homes for sale with an eye on outdoor potential, or you're ready to invest in the property you already own, these projects are worth your attention.

Outdoor Projects That Work Harder Across the Seasons

The mistake most homeowners make is designing for one season. A beautiful patio with zero shade becomes unusable by July. A fire pit with no wind protection sits e...

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When rainy weather hits in the St. Louis area, it can be a great opportunity to stay inside and tackle a few DIY projects. If you recently moved in after looking at St. Louis homes for sale, this is a chance to make the space feel more like your own. Or, if you've been in your home for a few years, it could be a chance to freshen the place up a bit. What projects should you tackle first? Here are a few suggestions.

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Selling your home this fall? While the fireplace and cozy curb appeal are obvious highlights, there are hidden gems in your home that could really shine this season—if you know how to showcase them. Here are a few often-overlooked features that can give your home that extra wow factor for fall buyers:

1. Outdoor Spaces: Fire Pits & Patios

Sure, summer's over, but fall is prime time for outdoor relaxation! If you have a fire pit, outdoor seating area, or deck, dress it up!

• Add cozy blankets, pillows, and warm lighting to create a space where buyers can imagine sipping hot cider under the stars.

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How much of your time at home is spent in the kitchen? If you're like most people, your answer is somewhere along the lines of " a lot." Kitchens tend to turn into a sort of hub, especially for families. At any time, someone might be sitting at the island, filling out paperwork or finishing up homework. Someone else might be playing with the pets in the corner while another family member is making coffee and checking the weather.

There's a lot of living done in the kitchen, so why not transform yours into a living kitchen? This trend focuses on making kitchens more livable, comfortable, and functional—and we're here for it! Here are some cozy living kitchen features we've see...

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Whether you're ready to overhaul your home's entire aesthetic or just want to update a specific space, a fresh coat of paint is an ideal solution for many home decor needs. Home decor trends for the year are starting to emerge, and rich earth tones, like forest green and terra-cotta, are popular, along with various blue tones, including ocean-inspired blue hues and colors that blend gray, purple, and blue into a single shade. Radiant peach, pink, and blush tones will also be prevalent. Here are a few ways to incorporate these trendy paint colors into your home decor. 

• Mix Light and Dark Tones
  Perhaps you're ready to try a dark grayish-blue hue, but you're worried it will make your home look dark and...

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