The rising health risks associated with our overplanned, busy lifestyles have become common knowledge in the popular press over the last 10 years. It is well advertised that Americans are more overweight than other developed countries, with 39.8 percent of adults categorized as “obese” (according to Centers for Disease Control). We are also less physically […]
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Downsizing in the Digital Age
Downsizing. Does the mere mention instill fear in your heart? It seems that the pace of life has become so frenetic that there simply isn’t time to consider, let alone implement, the process of eliminating your treasured possessions. The days of preparing for and organizing a traditional yard or garage sale are not only a […]
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4 Ideas for Entertaining by Design
Entertaining friends for dinner, ballgames, game nights and more is such a popular and fun trend. So popular, that people often incorporate special spaces for their own entertaining needs into their building and remodeling plans in both minor and major ways. There are easy ways to add convenience to you existing spaces — or you […]
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Bringing the Outside In — The Waterside Home of Jim and Kelly Hettinger
Avid boaters Kelly and Jim Hettinger cruised the waters around the Key Peninsula for years. They made friends, anchored at the Longbranch Marina, and got involved in the social life at the Longbranch Improvement Club. Eventually the time came to think about looking for shoreline property. They began searching for just the right spot to […]
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Being Conscious of Asbestos in and Around the Home
Today we know it as a carcinogenic material, but for most of the 20th century, asbestos was praised as a “miracle mineral” that was used in a wide variety of industries and materials. It was an important addition in ships, boilers, insulation and other products because of its fireproof attributes and chemical resistance. Connections were […]
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Sustainable Eating Made Easy with Mushroom Recipes
The needs of grocery shoppers are seemingly always evolving, and now more than ever, they want to know where and how their food is produced and what impact it has on the environment. This is commonly referred to as “sustainable eating,” and its popularity is growing among shoppers. Plant-based diets are a tenet of sustainable […]
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Designing with Convenience Hardware
When embarking on an update or remodel of the hard-working rooms of your home (kitchen, bathroom, laundry room or closet), it is wise to familiarize yourself with the many options available in convenience hardware. This will ensure you are creating spaces that maximize your storage, keep you organized and, most importantly, bring the content of […]
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10 Doctor-Recommended Healthy Habits
Are you looking for tangible ways to improve your health? Not sure where to start? Consider the top recommendations from the American Medical Association (AMA). “From time to time, it’s important to consider your personal goals, and how you can make positive health choices,” says AMA President Barbara L. McAneny, M.D. “Small lifestyle changes today […]
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From Garden to Bouquet — Growing Your Own Cut Flowers
Keep your flower vases filled all summer long with beautiful blossoms picked right from your own garden and containers. Growing seeds, plants and tender bulbs that can double as cut flowers makes it easy to create casual, fresh-cut bouquets for your dinner table or guest room, or to share with family and friends. For early-spring […]