Kids growing up in the 1950s enjoyed an idyllic era. Although there were no cell phones or video games, a kid could always find friends ready to play outside or enjoy a trip in the open bed of a pickup truck to get an ice cream.
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While much of the United States has slipped into fall weather with cooler temps and even snow in some regions, many Californians are still enjoying blue skies and warm sunshine. Jon recently renovated the backyard at his Los Altos home so that he could enjoy outdoor activities right through the holidays.
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When the time came to convert her Palm Coast, Florida, vacation home into a permanent residence, Brenda had a long list of improvements to make.
“We built the house in 2001 but decided to make it our permanent home when we retired,” she says. “We gutted and rebuilt the kitchen, put in all new windows and sliders, and extended both decks with new roofing and tiling.” An extra garage was also added with new garage doors and modern windows.
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The term “barn light” has become synonymous with the classic RLM warehouse shade first manufactured back in the 1930s and 40s. Once offered only in vintage green with a standard gooseneck arm, the barn light has evolved to function as much more than a farm light. Thanks to updated styles, finishes, and mountings, barn lights can take on an almost endless variety of looks.
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How many decisions must be made when building a custom home? From basic design and layout to colors, materials, appliances, hardware, and fixtures, a homeowner faces countless options when creating a space that is not only functional but will truly reflect their style.
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You can almost feel your blood pressure falling as you travel the Overseas Highway in South Florida heading towards the Keys. The brilliant sun, lush palm trees, and sparkling water on both sides of the highway lend a relaxed vibe where worries just melt away.
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