Totally agree with this. I recently helped a client set up a budget-friendly smart home, and we learned the hard way that responsiveness really matter...

I've noticed the productivity boost mostly depends on how you set things up. For example, I used to waste a lot of time flipping through channels or a...

I've definitely run into that flickering issue before—you're not alone. Usually, it's because smart bulbs have their own built-in dimming tech, so pai...

Haha, totally relate to this. Reminds me of when I first installed smart bulbs in my studio. I was super excited to set up custom scenes for different...

Interesting points about breathable underlayment, but honestly, I've seen situations where even that wasn't enough. A few years back, I worked on a pr...

Totally with you on cordless nailers being a lifesaver for detailed finish work. Recently did a project with custom built-ins and crown molding, and h...

I've used reclaimed beams in a few projects, and yeah, structural stuff can be tricky. One thing I've found helpful is to first narrow down exactly wh...

Great advice about spacing—I learned that the hard way, too. A client of mine wanted a cozy, intimate seating arrangement around their fire pit, but a...