Make your life easier while making your home nicer, with these design details you'll really appreciate When we did our remodel, our contractor suggested a thousand things I had never really thought about. They weren't necessarily design considerations; they were more quality-of-life considerations — just little things you didn't know you were missing until you had them. Here are eight little touches I didn't know I couldn't live without until I lived with them. What are yours? 1. A built-in dish soap dispenser. Because I don't care how nice the bottle is; it's just one more thing cluttering up your…
Give your kids an academic edge with an area that makes studying easier and more enjoyable at home It's hard to believe school is back in session. Now is the time to set aside a special place for the kiddos to get their homework done in peace. Here are some ideas for making homework less of a chore, more of a joy. The breakfast table or dining table is a great place to designate as your official homework area. You can prepare dinner and keep your eyes on your little workers at the same time. Here's an example of an…