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PAGE 4 CROSSROADS MAGAZINE www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com ON THE COVER Living and kitchen area of the Sanctuary guest house as seen from the loft area of the former church in downtown Corinth. P hoto by M ark b oehler See pages Crossroads Magazine 2022 Homes Edition What’s EDITORIALinside: Publisher Reece Terry Editor Mark Boehler Contributors Mark Boehler Carol MetroHumphreysServices ADVERTISING Advertising Manager Derinda Nunley Advertising Representative Kenny Carson Creative Designer Monica Edeker How awayyou’rewhenhomeyourprotectto 40 1834 Realtor, builder revitalizing Corinth along Polk Street Design a home fitness room Affordable ways to make homes more appealing to modern buyers ................ 29 What to do with a home office after going back to work ...................... 35 Three features to focus on when designing an entertainment room 52 Simple ways to improve a kitchen pantry ................................... 54 How to choose the right lighting inside your home .................................. 55 How to approach a basement remodel 56A beginner’s guide to fall planting and maintenance 39 Your guide to outdoor lighting .................................... 41 What to know floor-to-ceilingaboutwindows ...................... 47 28How to keep outdoor living areas safe 8-13 Turn your yard into a vacation-worthy oasis Fireplace trends help create comfortableattractive,rooms Seven characteristics of a modern home465358
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The newly converted church turned guesthouse, the “Sanc tuary” is an unexpected but pleasant surprise when trav eling down Taylor Street near downtown Corinth. Even in a quiet neighborhood showcas ing many displays of appealing architecture, the 19th century beauty stands out. The former St. Paul’s Epis copal Church building was a familiar sight for Chad Dick erson whose parents live down the street. He stayed with them while going to college and often passed the charming gothic-in spired church on his occasional walks.TheCorinth native never thought he would one day own
Church converted into guesthouse provides idyllic ‘Sanctuary’
An open kitchen and large island with seating greets guests where the altar once stood in the church sanctuary.
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“I began tolling with the idea of residing here when we opened the antiques shop,” he said. “My mom even comment ed if the antiques business did not do well, I was going to have to live here because she didn’t know what else she was going to do with a church building.”
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Dickerson planned where he might one day put a loft and a bedroom inside the former church while assisting at the shop. When his mother and aunt retired in 2014, the antiques dealer acquired the property and kept the shop for another five years.
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The history lover has always felt the quaint structure held something special within its walls.“Ilove old buildings and this building in particular,” he said. “It has a lot of char acter not often seen in newer buildings because of the expense involved.
“I love historical items and planned on assisting with my mom’s antiques business,” Dickerson explained. “While looking for locations, we no ticed St. Paul’s church property had been put up for sale. We walked through the church and decided it was the perfect environment for antiques.”
The entire former church sanctuary is now the living area of the guest house. the picturesque chapel. However, this path was opened when his family ac quired the church property in 2003.The talented singer had just moved back home after living and working in the music industry in Nashville, Tenn. At the time, his mother, Susan Dickerson and aunt, Patti Welch, were looking for a high-traffic location for their new antiques/garden shop.
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The refined but cozy liv ing area features white walls, dark high-end antiques and a sanctuary of saturated hues in the furnishings, rugs and chair cushions. An eclectic mix of richly detailed pottery and artwork are used as accents. A large brilliant blue velvet sectional facing a large screen television provides comfortable seating at the front of the room. The room’s clean lines em phasize the historical structure while being paired with bold, colorful designs showing Dick erson’s appreciation for mixing contemporary with history.
“Over the years the rougher the floors got, the more I liked them,” he commented, indicat ing where seams on the floor showed the original dimensions of the structure.
Dickerson kept the slightly worn original wood floor that hints of the life experienced between the church walls.
FACING PAGE: The guest house features two bathrooms for guests. ABOVE: The guest house loft sleeps four guests with a queen-sized bed and a pair of twins. After relocating his antiques business, Sanctuary Antiques, to 815 Cruise Street in down town Corinth, he put his renovation plans into place and turned the church building’s unique ambiance into a dwell ing for Accordingguests.to St. Paul’s website, the building has been in use as an Episcopal church since the 1850s. The local library also records it as having once been a school house. In 1902, the one-room structure was rolled on logs through town to its new location on Taylor Street. In the 1920s, the original clapboard frame building was renovated with brick veneer and stained glass windows. The stained glass have since been removed to St. Paul’s current location.Thebuilding’s red brick façade now displays a triangular apex with a cross, a bay, large arched windows, and two side porch es. Guests enter the dwelling through a warm, red door after passing a small courtyard with strung lights and cozy seating. Inside, the church’s former one room sanctuary has been converted to a spacious living area. A vaulted ceiling anchored by exposed wooden crossbeams soars over a bank of arched windows on both sides of the room. Glass entry doors are covered with Roman shades. All of the remaining windows, except the spectacular trio on the front facing façade, are cov ered with bluish-gray custom shutters for energy efficiency. Guests can still open them to allow more natural light in.
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“Because the ceiling and walls were so high, we didn’t want to totally close in the area, but be able to feel the airiness of the space. It was fun to do it this way,” said the shop owner with a smile.Thewall also serves as base for dining essentials, includ ing a refrigerator and stove. A 12-foot quartz-topped island with seating and a large stainless steel sink occupies the space in front of the island. An intricately twigged chandelier hangs above. Ample seating is also provided by a smaller table. Both the enclosed bedrooms have queen-size beds and closets. Their colors echo the striking contrast between the white walls and the vivid blues, reds and yel lows used throughout the guest house.Anoriginal bathroom was ex panded to make use of a storage room to install a tub and shower. The bathroom now has luxurious oriental wallpaper and an arched window with the original etched lace design. Laundry basics can be found in the small hallway next to the bathroom. An additional roomy bathroom renovation takes up space Susan Dickerson used to wrap gifts for the antiques shop. Dickerson commented the area had been tiny, filled with cabinets, shelv ing, a refrigerator, an island and a “Theresink. wasn’t room to move in there,” he said, chuckling. “After it was renovated it made a huge bathroom. I don’t know how it grew like it did.”
Carol Humphreys is a resident of Corinth and a freelance writer who contributes to the Daily Corinthian’s Crossroad magazine.
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Though he hasn’t listed the Sanctuary guest house online yet, Dickerson is still getting the business he needs. Referrals have mainly been through acquain tances.Theguesthouse can sleep eight people, though Dickerson added in amusement three more people could probably sleep on the large sectional in the living area. He charges $200 for a one night stay plus a $100 cleaning fee. His love of the revered structure was“Youevident.walkinto this building and you can tell it’s had life in it,” he said. “It’s been a place of wor ship, a school house, an antiques shop, a picturesque background, and right before my family owned it, a girl’s dance class. It’s just such a welcoming place.” Now, others can enjoy its histo ry and charm with an overnight visit.
ABOVE: The Sanctuary guest house has two private bedrooms. BELOW: The Sanctuary was once home to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
FACING PAGE: The former church turned into an overnight guest house was previously Sanctuary Antiques.
The building’s open space and existing bathroom helped in the renovation work due to existing plumbing. The entire structure was also high enough off the ground to minimize putting ductwork in for a new heating and air unit. The upstairs loft has a full-size bed and two twin-size beds. The arched headboard on the queen bed mimics the large eye-catch ing window adorning the front of the building. A view from the loft’s balcony of the large living area below with the ascending ceiling and ecclesiastical windows gives the whole area an uplifting appeal.
Dickerson was appreciative of the fantastic work done by his contractor, Aaron Rorie of Rorie’s Construction and Remodeling. “Renovating the Sanctuary was a unique opportunity and being from Corinth, meant something to me,” said the local contractor. “I’ve worked with Chad before and he makes it easy to work with. There wasn’t any stumbling blocks, he pretty much let me take charge. There were challeng es because of the history involved so it wasn’t just using a plumb and a square. The building had been moved and built upon. I had to figure how to modernize a 160 year-old structure. “The end result even shocked me,” he continued. “It’s beautiful. It has all the modern amenities but somehow we captured the old feel of the place and combined it with the comforts of the new world. What was left of the old structure just flowed.”
A wall left opened at the top for a balcony and loft area was installed toward the back of the room where the altar once stood to allow for two enclosed bed rooms and bathrooms.
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Realtor Robert Williams has pumped new life into the intersection of North Polk and Third streets in downtown Corinth, building four new homes where rundown properties and vacant lots once stood. Williams was joined on the projects with business partner and builder Chris Tays.
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Photos by Mark Boehler Visitors are full of praises as they “take a cruise” through historic downtown Corinth. Its charming architecture, shops, restaurants and attractive neighborhoods often have an impact on those seeking a desir able place to live. That’s why revitalizing older neighborhoods surrounding the small town founded on a railroad crossing in 1853 is so vital to its future growth.
Local Realtor, Robert Williams and builder, Chris Tays are doing their part in contributing to the Corinth community’s character. The two men have in vested time, money and vision in creating neighborhood renewal and redeveloping some of down town Corinth’s older buildings without losing their appeal.
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Williams, 49, is a Corinth native, who has lived and worked in downtown Corinth all his life. Tays’ family moved to the city when he was 10 years old. Both graduated from local high schools and have centered their careers on Corinth. After renovating the current cosme tology building on Cruise Street in 2017, the team created their business under the whimsical name, Take a Cruise, LLC. Their focus is helping to renew both residential and commer cial properties in or near the downtown area.
“Over the years people have desired to live downtown. We wanted to fill in the gap between the large and beautiful older homes that can take a lot of maintenance by offering simpler, lower-cost but quali ty homes for them to live in,” said Williams. “It will allow residents to live in an area that offers a ‘downtown feel’ with sidewalks providing scenic strolls.”Arecent project involves building new homes on dilap idated or vacant property on N. Polk Street. Besides being just outside the Downtown and Midtown Historic Districts, the area is close to roads leading to Hwy. 72 and north to the Hwy. 2 and Hwy. 45 corridor.
“Initially my parents, Gloria and the late Bailey Williams, wanted to build a new one story, low maintenance home near downtown Corinth because they were getting older,” ex plained the developer. “They were looking at lots and ended up buying two lots where two dilapidated houses had stood at the corner of 3rd Street and N. Polk Street. There were several run-down houses in the neigh borhood and the vacant Bishop Center property across the street which the city eventually put up for sale. I thought since my parents would be living in the area, we could build new homes and spruce up the area.” Take a Cruise, LLC bought the vacant Bishop Center proper ty that was a former Corinth YMCA baseball field. Robert’s father had bought two more lots across the street from his new home so “Take a Cruise, LLC” ended up with six lots to build on. Two of the three single family homes located on N. Polk Street have already been sold. Building has already started on a third home. The homes are 2,100 to 2,400 square feet, traditional style with open floor plans. Each have rear entry garages and a private drive to the back of the new homes which runs between 3rd and 4th Streets.
“I tried to conform the design of the new houses to a home I had recently custom built across the street. They are also built in a style that suits the 60 by 150 foot lots,” said Tays, who owns his own construction company, Tays Construction, Inc. Aaron and Lauren Powell, a young couple in their early 30s, started living in their new home on N. Polk Street in May. They moved to the area when Lau ren, a physician in emergency medicine at Magnolia Regional Health Center, was hired at the hospital.
Four homes have been built at the corner of North Polk and Third streets; another remains under construction
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Robert Williams and Chris Tays are building a fifth house at the intersection of Polk and Third. Another vacant lot may be a green space or another house built on it.
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The Powell home has an open flour plan with a high ceiling at the front entrance with lots of light.
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Aaron works from home and an upstairs bedroom is his office.“We wanted to live on N. Polk Street because the location was close to the hospital and we also wanted a new house,” said Lau ren. “We love being so close to downtown and make frequent walks there to have dinner. Aar on and I moved from Green ville, Tenn. which is the same size as Corinth. It had the same small town atmosphere which is what we prefer.” The couple enjoy walking their two dogs in the neighbor hood.Lauren loves the open floor plan of her new home, especial ly the two-story entrance and staircase as one enters the front door. The master bedroom is downstairs, along with a large great room and an island for seating between the kitchen and area with television and couch.
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“People like being downtown and the new construction brings up the property val ue. We’ve had two neighbors around the N. Polk Street properties who are now redoing their properties and spent significant amounts of money to renovate their homes. I think building these quality homes in these neighborhoods will give people living in existing homes the confidence to invest in their homes. It will be well spent.”
Carol Humphreys is a Corinth resident and freelance writer for Daily Corinthian’s Crossroads magazine.
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“We’re still exploring options but thinking about making these 1,600 to 1,800 square feet cottage-style homes with three bedrooms, two and one-half baths with a single car carport,” said Tays. Another part of the two men’s renovation efforts has been re-energizing Corinth’s attractive downtown. They are currently restoring the old Big gers Hardware appliance store on Cruise Street. The early 20th century building is being turned into four one-bedroom, one bathroom apartments up stairs with two retail business es downstairs. They hope to have this project completed in September.Williams, a 1991 Corinth High School graduate, takes a lot of pride in his revitalizing projects. He grew up on Taylor Street located at the edge of Corinth’s historic district and now lives on Fillmore Street in downtown Corinth.
TOP LEFT: Aaron and Lauren Powell reside in one of the new North Polk homes and the home owners are enjoying their new downtown Corinth neighborhood. BOTTOM LEFT: The great room in the Powell home features a back entrance to an outdoor patio and an open kitchen and island with seating. ABOVE: The Powells especially like their large separate dining area. There is a covered back patio outside the rear entrance for outdoor entertaining and relax ation.The builders plan on building two more houses on N. Polk Street and have renovated a lit tle house with a red roof at 1310 Polk as a rental. A lot beside the Bishop Center’s parking lot located at N. Polk and Wash ington Streets will either be turned into a residence or used as a green space for the neigh borhood.Facilities once located in the area bring back a lot of fond memories.“I’mtooyoung to remem ber the ballfield, but I’ve had several people tell me they played baseball at the YMCA field when they were grow ing up,” said Williams. “I do remember when the National Guard Armory was where the Bishop Center is now and a red wood-framed Boy Scouts building where the Washington lot is. It served as the Corinth Museum before the museum moved to the Corinth Depot. I also remember as a kid seeing tanks on the ground around the armory.”Theteam is about to start redevelopment of two of the eight lots they bought on 3rd Street and N. Madison Street, four blocks east of the N. Polk Street lots. Williams comment ed homes built in this area will have the same building concept as the N. Polk Street houses but smaller and less expensive. Continuing their neighbor hood renewal, Williams and Tays bought the old N. Madison laundromat property located near where 4th Street runs into N. Madison at the overpass.
“My grandfather started his business as an orthodontist downtown, then my father had his real estate and insurance business downtown. I’m just following in their footsteps,” he said about his love of down townTays,Corinth.60,also has a love for Corinth and over the years has done a lot of construction in the area. He graduated from Alcorn Central High School in 1980.“Robert and I have put a lot on the line investing in these prop erties and it seems to be work ing out really well,” he said.
“We’ve been fortunate to have these great areas to build in and the city planning commission has been great to work with.” “We’re excited to keep build ing new homes to help renew these areas near downtown and plan to continue until we run out of lots,” added Williams.
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Outdoor living spaces are very popular. Homeowners are urged to prioritize safety when designing and enjoying outdoor entertaining areas at their homes. O utdoor living spaces are a wildly popular trend.
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Outdoor televisions can be expensive, but the cost of such devices will depend on what homeowners are looking for. Homeowners who plan to spend ample time outdoors watching games, movies and their favorite shows may feel a high-end outdoor television, which can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $20,000, is well worth the investment.
How to keep outdoor living areas safe
Fencing can make an outdoor living space more private and safe. Local laws may mandate that pools be enclosed with fencing, but even living spaces without pools can be made safer with the installation of a fence. Firepits are wildly popular, as more than 35 percent of homeowners who responded to the ICFA survey acknowledged their intention to purchase new firepits in 2021. Adding fencing around areas with firepits establishes boundaries, which is a must for homeowners with small children. Fencing also makes it harder for local wildlife to gain access to a property, which can decrease residents’ risk for tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease.
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A 2021 survey conducted on behalf of the International Casual Furnishings Association and American Home Furnishings Alliance found that 90 percent of individuals surveyed felt outdoor living spaces are more valuable than ever. That popularity was evident during the pandemic, during which 23 percent of respondents indicated they bought new furniture while 18 percent acknowledged building a deck.
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The excitement of seeing a new or renovated outdoor living area can make it easy to overlook safety. But outdoor living areas, particularly those that include entertaining areas with televisions, lighting and other electronics, can pose significant safety hazards if homeowners don’t take some necessary precautions.
String lights above outdoor living spaces like decks and patios can create a warm, relaxing nighttime vibe. Those lights need to be plugged in, which increases the risk for electrical accidents. When utilizing an extension cord outdoors, never use a cord designated for indoor use. Outdoor extension cords are better insulated than cords made for indoor use. That insulation provides better pro tection against the elements, including sunlight, changes in temperature and moisture. When using an extension cord outdoors, make sure the cord is secured and not left lying on a deck or patio where it can easily become a tripping hazard.
But those working with smaller budgets can find a quality 4K outdoor TV for around $2,000. That’s still a steep price tag, but the electronics experts at P.C. Richard & Son note that outdoor TVs are designed with safety features that indoor televisions don’t have. For example, outdoor TVs can selfregulate temperature and moisture levels, greatly reducing the risk of electrical issues.
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A double or side-byside sink is among the more affordable features buyers are looking for. At less than $1,000 on average, a side-bysink is an affordable way to make a home more appealing to modern buyers.
Patios provide outdoor living spaces, and 82 percent of buyers indicated they wanted a patio with their next property. Side-by-side sink
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laundrySeparateroom According to the National Association of Home Builders’ 2021 What Home Buyers Really Want report, a separate room dedicated to laundry was the most desired feature among prospective home buyers. Though it might not inspire the awe of an outdoor living room or floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a wooded backyard, a laundry room fills a direct and universal need. Perhaps that’s why 87 percent of buyers want a room dedicated to laundry in a home. Exterior lighting Drive through a modern suburban neighborhood at night and it won’t take long before you realize the popularity of exterior lighting. And that’s no coincidence, as homeowners everywhere appear to embrace exterior lighting. The NAHB report indicates that exterior lighting is the most sought-after outdoor feature. The good news for prospective sellers is that exterior lighting is an inexpensive and instant way to transform a property at night. Some solar-powered lighting along walkways and outside the front door can make a home feel more safe, while some uplighting of large trees in the backyard can produce a sight to behold once the sun goes down.
Energy-efficient upgrades Inflation has driven up the cost of just about everything over the last year-plus, and energy is no exception. So it should come as no surprise that 83 percent of prospective home buyers are looking for energy-efficient windows and appliances in a home. These features save money and benefit the planet, making them a win-win among buyers.
A double or side-by-side sink is among the more affordable features buyers are looking for. At less than $1,000 on average, a sideby-sink is an affordable way to make a home more appealing to modern buyers.
Modern buyers want a lot out of their homes, and sellers can do their best to meet those desires while getting the most money for their properties.
Patio spaces have long been popular, but that popularity reached new heights during the pandemic. When forced to stay at home for long periods of time, millions of people longed for ways to spend more time outdoors without breaking lockdown rules.
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People exercise for many different reasons. Exercise can improve one’s appearance, reduce the risk for illness, alleviate stress or anx iety, and even help pass some time. Exercise is often a social activity, but in the wake of so cial distancing guidelines issue in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, many people have found themselves looking for ways to exercise at home. Building a home fitness room has never been a more timely project, and such a project can continue to provide rewards even when life returns to some semblance of normalcy. Here’s
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Possible fitness room locations include a spare bedroom, a garage, a basement, or an enclosed patio. Measure the space so you can pick and choose equipment that will fit. Leave some floor space empty for movement exercises or mat activities.
A home gym is year-round,beneficialandcanbeespeciallyvaluablewhensocialdistancingguidelinesareputinplace.
how to successfully stock a home gym.
A home gym space will likely not be as expansive as the space inside a traditional fitness center. Thankfully, many activities do not require a lot of space or equipment. Classic exercises like squats, lunges, push ups, and sit ups require little gear but still pro duce results. Figure out which equipment you like the most and invest in two or three key pieces. Dumbells of various weights, a medicine ball and a yoga mat can be all you need to create a versatile, effective workout. A TRX system and a door-mounted pull-up bar also are great space-saving options.
• Use space-saving equipment
• Keep the space bright Darkness can sap energy levels, so invest in mirrors and adequate overhead lighting to make the space inviting. Natu ral light can make the exercise area more enjoyable.
• Have a TV hookup
• Find a dedicated space
A home gym will be limited by the amount of space that can be devoted to workouts.
A home gym may benefit from a smart TV that you can use to stream workout videos or catch up on the latest news while running the treadmill or using the stationary bike.
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• Consider the flooring New flooring can protect against damage and make an area more conductive to work ing out. Rubber mats can offset echoes and reduce the noise of running on a treadmill or setting down heavy weights.
As professionals return to their offices with greater frequency, they can transform their offices into spaces they’re likely to use more often.
What to do with a officehome after going back to work
Many homeowners converted a spare bedroom into a home office during the pandemic. In such instances, guest beds and other furniture might have been moved into storage or even sold or discarded. Either way, that means the office was cleared of bedroom furniture. Now that the room no longer needs to be an office and now that homeowners have made due without the extra bedroom, the room can be converted into an entertainment area. Swap out the desk for a foldout couch that can still accommodate overnight guests when necessary. Then mount a flatscreen television on the wall and utilize the room as a gaming room for kids or a film room/man cave for mom or dad. Create an in-law suite
Home offices can be repurposed into in-law suites so aging parents don’t have to confront the isolation and loneliness many felt during the height of the pandemic.
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The following are some ways homeowners can transform home offices created during the pandemic into more useful spaces. Go back in time Perhaps the easiest thing to do with a home office that is no longer needed is to return the room to its pre-pandemic state. Because the shift to remote work was so sudden, many homeowners were forced to turn washrooms, breakfast nooks or areas of their basements into home offices. Returning those spaces to their initial functions can make a home feel less cluttered and add more room for residents to relax and get around. Create a new entertainment area
The pandemic separated families, as people living in different households were advised to avoid gatherings to stop the spread of the virus. Individuals with aging parents may have felt particularly heartbroken by this forced separation, especially if their elderly parents were living in nursing homes that were stretched thin by staff shortages and other challenges. In the aftermath of the pandemic phase, families may want to invite aging relatives to live with them.
As individuals find themselves going back to the office with increased frequency, they might be wondering what to do with their home offices. If space inside a home is at a premium, then repurposing a home office into a space that can be used more frequently is a great way to make better use of the existing square footage.
A recent survey from the Pew Research Center found that 59 percent of workers in the United States are now working from home all or most of the time, while 22 percent are rarely or never working from home. In 2020, 70 percent of workers were working from home all or most of the time, while 17 percent rarely or never worked from home. Those figures reflect that work life, albeit gradually, is returning to pre-pandemic norms.
T he number of professionals working remotely skyrocketed in 2020, when businesses were forced to close their offices in an effort to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. As the world transitions from the pandemic phase to an endemic phase, many office workers also are transitioning back to their offices.
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Propagate plants in the fall
Fill in landscaping gaps
S pring and summer are perhaps the busiest times of year for gardeners. However, fall also is a prime time to tend toThegardens.treeand bare root retailer Bower & Branch advises that soil temperatures in many regions of the country may still be warm enough to encourage root growth well into the start of winter. Furthermore, fall is often the ideal time to plant, fertilize and keep a garden going or to get a head start on next year’s bounty. Here are some tips to make the most of the fall gardening season.
Consult with a garden center or horticulturist on the proper ways to propagate stems using rooting hormone and other techniques. Continue to water plants Water is essential in the fall and winter as roots can still be growing. Gradually reduce watering duration as plants go dormant.
Lettuce, spinach, radishes, and arugula tolerate cooler tempera tures. Try new and interesting lettuce varieties and enjoy salads well into the fall season.
Fall planting and maintenance can extend gardening season and improve the chances of growing a healthy spring garden.
Think about fall annuals and bulb planting Near the end of September, start planting cool-weather-lov ing pansies and violas for pops of color as summer flowers fade. Also, it’s a good idea to stock up on bulbs that will bloom in the months to come before they sell out in stores. Wait until the temperatures re ally cool down before planting them in desired spots for spring sprouts.
Fall is an ideal time to cut back spent vegetable plants and get rid of errant weeds. Rath er than bagging leaves, mow them with a grass catcher and then add the mix to a vegetable garden as an excellent soil insu lator. The nitrogen and carbon will fertilize the soil, enhancing growing possibilities and limit ing weed growth. Sow salad seeds
As temperatures gradually begin to cool, start taking cut tings from perennials, gather ing seed pods from azaleas and rhododendrons and dividing hardwood cuttings, says the re source Gardening Know How.
Positioning a garden careful ly means maximizing hours of sunlight, which begin to dwindle in the fall. Experts say gardens grow best in sunny lo cations that receive six hours of direct sunlight each day. This is where container gardens can be helpful, as they allow gardeners to move plants into spots that will get ample sunlight.
Some fall plants can add color around the landscape and brighten up homes to add curb appeal. In addition to pansies and violas, asters, kale and chrysanthemums are fall blooms. Keep in mind that mums can come back year after year. So take them out of those flower pots and get them into the ground. They can be en joyed next year as well, sprout ing in early spring and devel oping leaves and buds through late summer. Clean up unwanted growth
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How to protect your home while you’re away
Lockboxes require that a code is entered before a box containing a key can be unlocked. Homeown ers who want this added measure of protection don’t even need to put a key inside the lockbox, which typically covers a lock, making it extremely difficult for potential thieves to pick the lock. Before leaving for vacation, individuals can implement various strategies and safety measures to protect their homes and their belongings while they’re away.
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• Create the impression that someone is home. Just because you’re heading off for parts unknown doesn’t mean you can’t create the impression that life is carrying on as usual within the walls of your home. Smart home technology now enables homeowners to set timers on lights and even home electronics like televisions and radios.Homeowners also can ask neighbors to pick up their mail or halt delivery until they return from their trips. Nothing says “no one’s home” as definitively as an overflowing mailbox.
• Switch from a traditional lock and key to a lockbox. Individuals who travel fre quently can take a page from the realtor notebook and switch from a traditional lock and key lock system to a lockbox.
• Keep quiet on social media.
Vacation often serves as a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of daily life.When relaxing and recharging away from home, the last thing vacationers want to think about is the safety of their homes and everything inside them. How ever, the National Council for Home Safety and Security and Statistics Canada estimate that more than two million burglar ies occur in the United States and Canada every year. That underscores the impor tance of protecting your home at all times, including when you’re not there.
A Credit Sesame survey of former burglars in the United Kingdom found that 78 per cent acknowledged monitoring social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter as they try to find homes to burglarize. Individuals about to go on va cation should avoid sharing that on social media.
• Stay silent while you’re away as well. Social media silence should be continued while you’re on vacation as well. No matter how tempting it may be to share pho tos from an exotic location, such posts could catch the attention of all the wrong people. A recent report from MetLife indicated that 35 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 check in from their locations via social media. That can alert criminals that no one is man ning the fort back home.
■ Ensure that any fixtures that are being used are safetyrated for outdoors. Wet-rated fixtures are designed to withstand direct exposure to outdoor elements, advises the design experts at Schoolhouse, a lighting and lifestyle goods company.
Wall, post and ceiling lights
Security lighting Flood lights and security lights are a good investment for those who want to beef up visibility and security around the home. These lights are high-intensity and designed to illuminate large areas.The brightness and reach can serve as a preventive measure to keep animals and even criminals away. Motion-sensor lights will immediately engage if some thing crosses the path of the sensor. Some lights will remain on from dusk until dawn. Lowes Home Improvement suggests using the correct wattage on out door security lights so they flood an area thoroughly without affecting neighboring properties.
Accent and landscape lighting
ABOVE: Lighting can transform outdoors spaces for the better.
Outdoor lighting fixtures beyond security options come in a variety of styles, according to Lamps USA. Wall lights are mounted to the outdoor wall of the home. These typically flank doorways or the ga rage. Post lights are often installed on the posts of decks and porches, or are free-standing on properties, providing visibility but also style.
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Lighting is an essential component of interior and exterior home design. Not only does it add style and make spaces more appealing, when done correctly, it also makes a home safer and more functional. Homeowners who plan to utilize outdoor spaces like backyards, front porches and walkways to the fullest should think carefully about lighting. These guidelines can assist with selecting outdoor lighting fixtures.
■ Damp-rated fixtures are built for outdoor locations protected from harsh weather. Look for the product details or work with an electrician to choose the right lighting choices. to outdoor lighting
A bevy of accent lighting choices are available. Accent lighting is designed to enhance the mood and appearance of certain elements of a landscape. Accent lighting is not intended to add bright light. For example, upwarddirected lights can be cast on trees or shrubs to accentuate theirAccentshapes.lighting also may call out a structure, such as a garden or a fountain. While accent lighting may be hardwired, homeowners who want the luxury of changing lighting can opt for solar fixtures, which are more mobile but not as bright.
Ceiling-mounted lights may be above doorways or installed in any structure that has an overhead area. Warm-colored temperature bulbs in these fixtures can create an inviting atmosphere that is not too bright and jarring, especially when multiple lighting fixtures are working together. When selecting lighting for wall-mounted fixtures, experts suggest sizing up if you are not sure of the size to pick, as lights will look much smaller in scale from a distance. Additional pointers ■ When shopping for bulbs, consider the number of lumens. A standard 100watt bulb produces around 1,600 lumens. Security lights should range from 700 to 1,300 lumens for optimal brightness. Other lights needn’t be so bright.
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Few things evoke feelings of relaxation better than a hammock. Fitted between two trees (or two posts if trees are sparse), a hammock is an ideal place to grab a nap or read a book. ABOVE: Additional oasis-inspired ideas include outdoor kitchens, setting up lanterns, cascading water features, and bird feeders to attract the sounds of nature.
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Extend the living space Decks and patios can help make outdoor entertaining areas more comfortable by eliminating the need to sit on the grass or gravel. Plus, they add another “room” to the home. When paired with weatherproof patio furniture, such as sofas, loungers and tables, a private seating area can be crafted and utilized for any number of entertaining desires. Provide outdoor atmosphere Create a bespoke bistro vibe by using freestanding planters and posts along with hanging lights to make an intimate outdoor hangout spot at night. For those with per manent structures, like a deck or a gazebo, lights can be strung across the area or on railings or edging. Install a pool
For those homeowners lucky enough to have entertaining spaces outside, spring and summer provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh air under the sun or stars. Over the last few years, families have become especially familiar with what works about their yards and where there is room forPandemic-relatedimprovement.
Warm weather means more time to relax outdoors.
Pools are the ultimate spots to cool off on hot days. An elaborately shaped inground pool can blend in with the landscape and offer the ultimate hang-out zone. However, above-ground pools also serve the purpose and are more budget-friendly. Stock tank pools are popular among those who want minimal pool expenditure or have small spaces to work with. Stock tanks are metal vessels traditionally used as watering holes for livestock. They also can be “adult kiddie pools” when combined with some plumbing. Galvanized steel frames make them sturdy. With floats and other ac cessories, they can become the perfect oasis. Hang a hammock
travel restrictions and early stay-at-home mandates resulted in plenty of time spent in backyards on stayca tions. Even though many such restrictions have been lifted, homeowners may have seen the benefits of having functional respites right outside their doors. A backyard renovation can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $50,000. The American Soci ety of Landscape Architects suggests home owners budget the cost of a major landscap ing project at between 5 and 10 percent of their home’s value. Large or small, here are ways to make an outdoor oasis at home. Create living privacy Living in close proximity to neighbors may make privacy harder to come by. Wood or vinyl fences, however effective, may not provide the all-natural look many peopleVerticaldesire.gardening, which trains easy-care vines like English ivy, Clematis or various climbing roses to grow on trellis or fencing adds greenery and privacy. Hedges and fast-growing shrubs also can be used for natural barriers.
Lighting and energy efficiency
According to Modernize, a service that facilitates connections between renovation-minded homeowners and local contractors, a floor-to-ceiling window wall costs somewhere between $700 to $1,600 per linear foot. Framing and glazing will add to those costs.
Privacy and fading
It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the view floorto-ceiling windows provide, especially in homes surrounded by serene natural settings like woods or properties that abut waterways. But that view outward also provides a view in, potentially compromising privacy. All that extra exposure to sunlight also can cause fabrics to fade over time.
Homeowners considering floor-to-ceiling windows are urged to receive several estimates for the project prior to choosing a contractor.
Floor-to-ceiling blinds and shades can protect homeowners’ privacy and reduce fading on furniture, but this extra feature will add to the final cost of the project. Smart window tinting is another way to improve privacy and reduce fading, but this feature also will drive up the cost.
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What to know about Floor-to-ceiling windows can be awe-inspiring. Homeowners considering such windows are urged to do their homework to ensure their homes are well-suited to this unique feature.
Modern homes showcase many dazzling features, but perhaps none draw as much as instant attention as floor-to-ceiling windows.
One of the more appealing aspects of floor-to-ceiling windows is all the natural light they allow in. Of course, all that light also can drive up energy costs on sunny summer days. One way around that is to install energy efficient windows. Such windows include extra insulation to prevent cool air from escaping the home on summer days, which can reduce the need to lower the thermostat on your air conditioning. A wall of glass also can provide less insulation against the cold. The extra insulation in energy efficient windows also helps keep warm air from escaping a home in the winter. Energy efficient windows may cost more than less efficient alternatives. However, over the long haul, a wall of less efficient floor-to-ceiling windows will likely cost more due to excess energy consumption.
Often seen in high-rise apartments that boast panoramic city views, floor-to-ceiling windows also are right at home in single-family dwellings.
Cost is often the primary consideration when mulling a home renovation, and that’s even more significant as the world confronts the rising costs associated with in flation. The cost of installing floor-to-ceiling windows depends on a host of variables, including how many windows will be needed and where homeowners live.
Homeowners considering floor-to-ceiling windows may have lots of questions. The following rundown can provide some basic information that can help homeowners decide if floor-to-ceiling windows are right for their homes. Cost
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Sound Though televisions and projectors tend to come with builtin audio, the qual ity of that sound often leaves much to be desired. So home owners will want to choose a sound system that provides theater-quality sound. If the room is being renovated from scratch, such as a full basement remodel, installing speakers in the ceiling can create a genuine theaterCeilingexperience.speakersalso can be installed in existing rooms, though that will likely cost more and extend the time it takes to complete the project. Surround sound is a must in any entertainment room.
Everyone has their own ideas on what makes the ideal entertainment space.
But sports fans, movie buffs and others can all agree that an entertainment room worthy of the big game or the latest blockbuster has a sizable screen, pristine sound and comfortable seats.
I t might not take a home theater to enjoy the big game with friends or fire up family movie night, but a spacious en tertainment room can certain ly enhance such experiences. That’s especially true when homeowners give considerable thought to designing enter tainment rooms. Film buffs and sports fans may have different notions of the ideal entertainment room, but the following are three design fea tures that merit consideration by all looking to upgrade their entertainment spaces.
Homeowners worried about wires need not fret, as mod ern wireless surround sound systems are available at many different price points. Some systems are better suited to small rooms than others, so homeowners should measure the room and choose a system that best suits its dimensions.
THREE FEATURES to focus on when designing an ENTERTAINMENT ROOM
Whether you’re using the space to watch the big game or fire up the latest blockbuster (or both), chances are you’re going to be spending consid erable time sitting in your new entertainment room. A modular sofa might be ideal, as it can be reconfigured depending on what you’re watching and how many people are watching along with you. Comfort is indeed important, but you’ll also want seating that provides ample support so you aren’t battling any aches and pains once you leave the room. That support also can keep residents and guests from dozing off.
Screen It’s easy to be over whelmed by the sheer abundance of options when choosing a screen for an entertainment room. Televisions have long been a go-to choice, but projec tor screens merit consideration as well. If the room will be devoted exclusively to enter tainment, then a television or a fixed projector screen might be homeowners’ best bets. Fixed projector screens are installed on the wall and pro jectors are typically hung from the ceiling. Semi-fixed projec tor screens provide a similar viewing experience but can be pulled down or retracted when residents are not watching a movie. Semi-fixed can even be installed in front of a televi sion so residents can stream a movie on the projector and then watch television through a cable box when it isn’t movie night.Projectors often provide much bigger screens for a frac tion of the cost of equally sized televisions. However, sports fans may prefer televisions, as live streaming sports has not yet caught up to streaming movies and TV shows in terms of reliability or even availabil ity. As a result, many sporting events remain available via ca ble television only, while even those that can be streamed tend to have a few hiccups during the game.
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Homeowners can choose between open or sealed fireplaces. A convertible fireplace enables homeowners to have the best features of these options. A convertible fireplace can be converted to wood from gas, or the opposite, in as little as 30 minutes.
CONVERTIBLE FIREPLACES
What’s more, fireplaces may come in vented or ventless varieties, depending on home owners’ preferences and what is allowed by community building codes. That means a chimney or flue may not be needed – expand ing the list of rooms where a fireplace can be installed.Certain trends have emerged among fire place fans in recent years. Here’s a look at what’s getting consumers fired up about these home decor elements. Fireplaces can improve the appeal of a home. Various trends are popular this year, making fireplaces highly coveted features.
Fireplaces are useful features in a home. Fireplaces are sources of ambient heat and also add style to indoor spaces. Fireplaces can complement just about any interior style. Fireplaces can be traditional and burn wood or connect to a home’s natu ral gas supply for on-demand ambiance.
NATURE-INSPIRED MATERIALS
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Many fireplaces are designed in neutral colors with minimal trim that directs focus on the fire and not the appliance. When the fireplace is not in use, it blends in with surroundings and will not compete for attention with other design elements.
MINIMALIST STYLE
Natural stone continues to be a material of choice in fireplace surrounds. Light colors work well for a fireplace, and also fit with today’s lighter color interior design preferences. Natural stone also works perfectly with both contemporary and rustic decor.
VINTAGE FIREPLACES
Vintage continues to be a buzzword in 2022, and the choice to go vintage also applies to fireplace styles. A room decorated in vintage elements can be complemented with a vintage fireplace or one designed to look vintage.
INTEGRATE INTO WALL DECOR
Fireplaces that are built right into a wall save space. One can have a television and a fireplace on the same wall. These types of fireplaces work well in modern home designs. Other fireplaces may be built into bookshelves or other wall features.
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Bulk shopping can be costefficient, but bulk items can quickly eat up real estate in the pantry. Designate another area for non-perishable bulk products, like paper goods or canned items, such as in a garage or utility room.
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• Maximize vertical storage. Utilizing vertical areas can help increase storage capacity. Build in extra nooks by investing in undershelf storage baskets. These baskets can instantly create designated areas for different types of ingredients. Homeowners also can look for ways to use the inside of cabinet doors or add extra shelves on walls or in eaves.
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• Consider your needs. Figure out which items you would like to store in the pantry and then shop for corresponding storage systems. For example, storage solutions may feature wine bottle racks, baskets for potatoes and other produce, shelving for small appliances, and even pull out racks for baking pans or cutting boards.
• Pull-out drawers are convenient. Pull-out drawers can reduce the need to seek and reach for items. These drawers conve niently roll out so items in the back can be accessed without disturbing foods in the front. Drawers can be custom built for any pantry space.
One home improvement idea that serves the double benefit of creating organization and making cooking at home more efficient is to reimagine the kitchen pantry. A pantry is a room or closet where food, beverages and linens or dishes are stored. Pantries can be highly useful spaces that provide ancillary storage in kitchens.Manymodern homes are equipped with pantries, but older homes may require some modification to create more useful pantries. Whether starting from scratch or modifying an existing pantry, these tips can help projects go more smoothly.
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People have been spending more time at home in 2020 than in years past, and certain projects around the house have become a priority.
• Use clear storage. Put ingredients in clear, airtight containers of similar dimensions so that you can easily find items you need. Transfer bulky items, like cereals and baking supplies, to storage containers for uniformity.
• Make it accessible. Think about who will be taking items from the pantry. Put children’s snacks on the bottom pantry shelf where they can reach them, and then organize other shelves for adults in the home.
• Store bulk items elsewhere.
Better Homes & Gardens notes that flexible track lighting provides ambient, task or accent lighting, and track lights can even be moved to change lighting schemes at any time, making them a budget-friendly option for homeowners whose living rooms are multi-purpose spaces. Recessed lighting also works well in living rooms, especially ones with low ceilings. That’s because recessed lighting is installed into the ceiling, meaning it does not take up any visual space in the room. That can help living rooms feel bigger.
For example, pendant lighting above kitchen islands can make meal preparation easier and safer, but such lighting likely won’t work in breakfast nooks and informal dining areas in the kitchen.Recessed lighting works best in such areas. In kitchens with no island, under-cabinet lighting can be used to illuminate countertops and simplify meal preparation. Formal dining room Many people enjoy the look of chandeliers in formal dining rooms, and such fixtures can be installed directly above the dinner table. The interior design experts at Better Homes & Gardens advise hanging chandeliers roughly 33 inches above the table in dining rooms with eight-foot ceilings, adding three inches for each additional foot above eight feet. Darkened dining areas may be ideal in restaurants, but homeowners may want to split the difference at home and choose dimmable chandeliers for their dining rooms. This allows homeowners to dim the lights for romantic dinners but turn them up for family gatherings with lots of people around the table. Living room
Homeowners have many options and many needs when choosing lighting for their homes. A professional consultation with a lighting expert or interior decorator can help homeowners find lights that provide both practical and aesthetic appeal.
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A kitchen often benefits, both practically and aesthetically, from different types of lighting.
Lighting in a home serves both practical and aesthetic purposes.It’seasy to maneuver around a well-lit home, reducing the risk of slips and falls, and the right lighting can help homeowners create their desired ambiance, which typically changes depending on which room you’reWhenin.choosing lighting for their homes, homeowners must walk a fine line between appearance and functionality.
A fixture in the foyer that instantly impresses visitors likely won’t prove as awe-inspiring if it’s installed in the living room. When choosing lighting for a home, some general rules about what works in each room can help homeowners make the most informed decision. Kitchen Kitchens are often the busiest room in a home, so lighting here can be especially important.
Adaptability also is important in the living room, where homeowners may host anything from movie nights to book clubs to parties for the big game. It can be a tall order to accommodate such a wide range of activities, and many homeowners come down to deciding between recessed lighting and track lighting. If the living room currently has neither style, homeowners should recognize that it will cost considerably less to install track lighting than recessed lighting.
The home improvement experts at BobVila.com note that bedroom lighting should provide enough light when getting dressed, but also be able to be toned down as residents prepare for their bedtime routines. Both portable and installed lighting can be used in bedrooms to serve these various functions.Recessed fixtures that dim can ensure there’s ample light to get dressed in the morning, but they also can be dimmed at night as residents try to get ready to sleep. Portable nightstand lights can make it easier for couples sharing a bedroom, allowing one person to stay up and read while the other goes to sleep.
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Conventional wisdom among home renovation and real estate experts suggests that a basement remodel is best if done to satisfy current inhabitants and not necessarily to appeal to prospective buyers once the home is put up for sale.
Remodeling magazine reports that a midrange basement remodel costing around $70,000 will provide a return of around $49,000 (or 70 percent) at resale. Though that’s not a poor return on investment, homeowners who are remodeling a basement solely for the potential ROI at resale can find other projects that provide a greater return. Foundation
Partially finished or even aging finished basements might not have been renovated in adherence to codes, which could lead to costly violations down the road.
Afully finished and functional basement is a dream for many homeowners. Such a space, when completed, can serve as an entertainment space, a man cave, an artist’s studio, or any number of additional functions.Despitetheir usefulness, finished basements are something of a rarity. In an analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction, the National Association of Home Builders found that only around 24 percent of singlefamily homes built in 2018 have basements.
The foundation of the home must garner ample consideration before beginning a basement remodel. Certain foundation issues, such as soft concrete, cracked or curved outside walls and cracks in the flooring, are indicative of significant issues with the foundation. These issues can be costly to address, and they must be remedied before the basement remodel can begin. Existing space Some homeowners may have bought their homes with partially finished basements or even finished areas that they simply want to remodel. In such instances, a pre-remodel inspection from a licensed home inspector can save homeowners lots of money and heartache over the long haul.
Homeowners who do not currently have a finished basement but are considering such a project can approach the remodel with a few key factors in mind. Careful consideration of these factors can ensure the project is budget-friendly and worthy of homeowners’ investments. Investment value
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An inspection in advance of a remodel can give homeowners an idea of what they will need to do to bring the basement up to code. Local officials also can provide a list of necessary permits and a detailed description of requirements to ensure the remodeled basement adheres to code. Soil Soil surrounding the home should be tested prior to beginning the project. Radon is an odorless gas found in soil that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes can increase individuals’ risk for lung cancer. Radon can seep into basements and increase that risk even further if it is present at elevated levels in the soil surrounding a home.Radon tests are simple and inexpensive, and no basement remodel project should begin without first conducting such a test. Association Home
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Modern homes have strong horizontal and vertical elements that showcase geometric shapes in their designs. Contemporary homes often have flat roofs, while modern homes may not.
5. Open floor concept
Buildings are classified according to share components. A Craftsman style home will have a covered porch with a set of wide base columns, while a Cape Cod home is often de fined by a gabled roof and dormer windows. Modern houses, which are sometimes called contemporary homes even though the terms are not interchangeable, will have their own sets of unique characteristics. Here’s a look at seven features that make modern homes unique.
The clean lines and attention to technology and open space generally extends to modern kitchens. Modern kitchens tend to feature efficient, top-tier appliances with additional storage and space amenities that keep the room from feeling cluttered.
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Homes contain a variety of components that appeal to homeowners with differ ent ideas about the perfect place to call home. That starts with the style of a home.
Contemporary and modern homes both employ an approach that leans toward minimalism, including clean design lines. Spaces are open and airy without the clutter of too many ornate architectural details. While modern homes may have some cur vature to their design, contemporary ones are all about an angular look.
3. Geometric shapes
Most modern homes showcase a lot of natural light by utilizing large windows that are not covered up by heavy window treatments or elements like shutters and thick trims. Large windows are the focus of the interior and shift attention to the view outdoors.
A hallmark of modern interior design, the open concept floor plan removes many of the walls that tend to separate common areas of a home. This helps to foster the spread of natural light and maintains the emphasis on simplicity of design.
6. Smart elements
Thanks to the proliferation of smart technology, smart homes are cropping up with greater frequency. While smart devices can be included in any home style, they tend to feel like they were designed specifically for modern homes. In a similar vein, modern homes may include environmentally friendly elements, such as solar panels, upcycled materials, added insulation, and energy efficient lighting.
Modern homes tend to utilize a neutral color palette. Modern homes may use “earthy” elements, such as wood and brick, in ways that do not look rustic. Contemporary homes rely on a color palette of black and white with shades of gray or other neutral colors.
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